As development administrator at Joshua’s Trust, I see every donation that comes through to support Joshua’s Trust. I’ve seen donations ranging from $6 all the way up to $30,000. You may think the bigger the donation, the better; and from a financial standpoint that might be true, but you know what makes up the bulk […]
Donations: Big and Small Read Post »
We’re lucky at Joshua’s Trust. Among the views, the array of plant life, birds, wetlands streams and brooks, you can get a good hike under your feet. Slopes that are alternately gentle and steep, you’ll be glad you brought a thermos of cold water as you stop to catch your breath at the overlook. But
Tranquility, just a few steps from the highway Read Post »
The autumn foliage and crisp air of November is here. As Thanksgiving approaches, I’ve taken time to reflect on what I am grateful for this year. Looking back on all the projects and trail crews, I’m amazed at all of the work that has been done on various properties. From post-storm cleanup to invasive removal,
Between Covid-19, recession, political and racial anger, drought, and power failures, this charming year reminds us that nothing is static. Ouch. The eastern Connecticut biota that we attempt to preserve and protect is dynamically responding to climate-induced change. But before we get too grim, let’s review what we each noticed in flora and fauna behavior
Your Turn: Anecdotal “Science” Read Post »
I recently had a conversation with our 3-year-old about biodiversity. This was after hearing, as we were driving to school, a story about how the United Nations Global Biodiversity Targets set in 2010 had been almost entirely missed by the 2020 summit. [Me]: We need to save species. Help mother nature so we can save
Changing habits in the land of steady ones Read Post »
Why would a reasonable person want to spend spare time clearing trails, fighting a battle against invasive species or installing kiosks? Why would a person work as a steward, maintaining properties and dealing with occasional paperwork? Why in the world would a reasonable person agree to volunteer time, energy and experience to help govern a nonprofit
