Land Conservation
At the heart of the Lower Shore Land Trust’s programming is land conservation. LSLT is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty, rural character, and ecological health of the Lower Shore region. We manage two Rural Legacy Areas, working to protect large, contiguous tracts of farmland and the region’s rural heritage. In addition to these priority areas, we collaborate with landowners both within and outside of the Rural Legacy boundaries to develop conservation easements that safeguard farmland, forests, and wetlands vital to wildlife habitat and water quality. Our goal is to work with landowners to preserve their property’s unique features in perpetuity through voluntary, landowner-led conservation efforts that balance preservation with responsible land management.
Land Stewardship
LSLT’s Stewardship Program plays a vital role in ensuring the long-term protection of the lands we conserve. Each year, we visit properties under an LSLT-held conservation easement to confirm that the terms of the easement are being upheld and that these important landscapes remain healthy and intact. Volunteers play crucial role in helping us conduct site visits and document the condition of each property. Becoming a stewardship volunteer is a meaningful way to support local conservation while spending time outdoors and experiencing the natural beauty of our region. Whether you're passionate about protecting wildlife habitats or simply enjoy being in nature, we welcome you to join us in safeguarding these special places.
What We Do
Habitat Restoration
LSLT specializes in grassland habitat restoration, focusing on supporting species like the northern bobwhite quail, whose populations depend on healthy, native ecosystems. Restoring grasslands not only benefits quail but also supports native pollinators—such as bees and butterflies—and the many species further up the food chain that rely on them. LSLT also works with landowners to navigate state and federal restoration and conservation programs, helping them access resources and funding to enhance the ecological health of their property. Our goal is to foster resilient landscapes that sustain wildlife and native plant communities alike.
