Learn about the ongoing work of CWA's Protecting Landscapes for Biodiversity Conservation Initiative and how landowners can get involved. There is no way to get to the goal of 30% of land protected by 2030 without the dedication and generosity of private landowners. If you have thought about conserving your land through a conservation easement, donation, sale, or other mechanism, join us to learn more about the various options and organizations you can partner with.

• Brook McDonald, The Conservation Foundation: Private land protection overview (conservation easements, fee simple, etc.)
• Ben Haberthur/Patrick Chess, Kane County Forest Preserves: Private land donations
• Amy Doll/Lorna Gladstone, Friends of Illinois Nature Preserves: Illinois Nature Preserve Commission designation/landowner story
• Rebekah Snyder, Lake County Forest Preserves: Fort Sheridan/Openlands and working with neighbors/land trusts