Monday, May 11, 2009

Visit Montana, pitch in for conservation

USA Today reports on a Montana hotel initiative where guests can help pay for conservation efforts.
A new program invites innkeepers to make ever-so-subtle pitches for small sums that will help pay landowners who agree to sign conservation easements, which are binding agreements that limit development of property. In some cases, easements may make it financially workable for a ranch to remain in agricultural use rather than being sold for residential lots or other development.
Read the full story: Montana hotel guests asked to contribute to conservation efforts

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