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Majestic veteran oak, struck by lightening a few years back, but regenerating from the base. Still part of north Gloucestershire's and south Herefordshire's rich legacy of hedgerow oaks. Unfortunately there are very few to replace them, so it is a landscape in transition unless we work with landowners to help them conserve what we have (and not cut gate slots into trunks) and get new ones planted. Funding for new field trees is often reliant on approaches by busy landowners and adopting a broader land management approach. In combination with this, it is important to get ahead of the game at a landscape scale, talking to landowners and identifying opportunities and having field tree schemes ready for BNG and future grants. Easy to say, but capacity is not always available. #oak, #oaks, #trees, #severntreescapes, #morehedges, #gloucestershirewildlifetrust, #herefordshirewildifetrust, #fwagsw, #bng

Can proactive pavement preservation really impact your reserve funding? Lone Mountain’s story says yes. Last week I posted about how cheap surface treatments may actually cost you more money in the long run. Today I wanted to share a success story demonstrating how utilizing HA5 impacts your HOA's bottom line. That's where the Lone Mountain community in Cave Creek, Arizona comes in. They were facing a common issue—how to maintain their roads without draining their budget. By adopting HA5 High Density Mineral Bond as part of their proactive pavement preservation strategy, they were able toextend the life of their roads and increase their reserve funding from 70% to 100%. This isn’t just about keeping the roads in good condition—it’s about smart financial management. By making the right investments in pavement preservation today, Lone Mountain saved thousands of dollars in long-term repair costs, allowing them to build a stronger financial foundation for their community. Want to hear how they did it? Check out the full story in our video. https://lnkd.in/gMWAE7Sw #pavementpreservation #roads #HOAmanagement #asphalt #reservefunding #arizona

City of Brockville Tree Maintenance – Which trees are addressed? When and Where? Brockville - The City of Brockville maintains 276.86 lane kilometres of roadways. To put that distance into perspective, it is 266 km from Brockville to Bowmanville, Ontario. On average, there is one tree per 100 meters. That’s 2,760 roadside trees that our Parks division is responsible for maintaining, in addition to the trees in our parks and green spaces. https://lnkd.in/gRpjXG6q

Do you know why they call it Twin Creeks? It’s because of the 1st and 2nd Creek Watersheds in Platte County, Missouri. These two creeks (twin creeks), which flow into the Platte River and eventually the Missouri River, have played a key role in shaping the development of the Northland—the rapidly growing northern part of the Kansas City metro. As the Northland grows, the 1st and 2nd Creek Watersheds are critical to managing stormwater, preventing flooding, and maintaining water quality. Urban development in these watersheds requires careful planning to balance growth with environmental preservation—ensuring the creeks remain healthy and sustainable for future generations. The Twin Creeks area is a master-planned, mixed-use development in Platte and Clay counties. It’s designed to offer modern suburban living while blending in with the natural landscape, including the creeks and surrounding open spaces. The development’s strategic planning helps ensure that the area’s growth supports the local community and the preservation of the natural waterways nearby. The development area emphasizes green spaces, parks, and recreational areas, providing residents access to nature and outdoor activities. It is part of the broader trend of suburban growth in Platte County and the Northland, which has seen significant residential and commercial expansion over the past decade. #NorthlandKC #SustainableDevelopment #TwinCreeks #UrbanGrowth #WaterManagement #PlatteCounty #EnvironmentalStewardship #MixedUseDevelopment *The map is courtesy of Platte County EDC Twin Creeks 2006 public plans. 

🚧 Progress is in full swing at the National Western Center!  Wilson & Company is rounding up their work on infrastructure improvements, paving the way for a more connected and sustainable campus. From upgraded drainage systems to enhanced roadways and public spaces, their efforts are helping to transform the historic site into a vibrant hub for innovation, agriculture, and community events. Read more about their contributions and the exciting developments taking shape: https://lnkd.in/gNdF4kbN

In a world that often feels fleeting and sometimes not so easy and picture-perfect as we had hoped for, land offers a sense of permanence -- it is a grounding force reminding us of who we are and where we come from. Now, more than ever before is the time to reconnect with our roots -- which is land. Speaking of land, we have three terrific land tracts available in Hardeeville, SC that is a fantastic opportunity for several family compounds or a small development. Located in fast-growing Hardeeville, South Carolina, these 3 large tracts are located along beautiful Pine Arbor Road totaling approximately 91.45 +/- acres. Just minutes from I-95 and Hwy 278 between Hwy 46 and John Smith Road, and centrally located between Savannah, Bluffton, and Hilton Head, the location is hard to beat. All 3 parcels are wooded with a mix of Hardwood & Pine Timber containing wetlands throughout that have been flagged and delineated on the Eastern parcel. Currently taxed as Agricultural but zoned SFR and could be subdivided. To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/eHKdQhzZ or message us for further details. The time is now to make your land ownership goals a reality! #AdventureBrokersSoutheast #SouthCarolinaRealEstate #LandForSale #LandBroker #LandBrokerage #SCRealEstate

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 🎉 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵 | 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘰𝘯 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘺, 𝘚𝘊 | $395,000 The Providence Tract is located approximately 10 miles north of Walterboro, SC. It lies on both sides of Lindsay Road, an improved gravel road maintained by the county that provides good access to all portions of the property. This is an unimproved timber tract with an interior road system. The property has been managed in the past for timber production and currently has two age classes of planted pines. The 30 +/- acres of 20-year-old pine are in excellent growing condition and has potential for immediate revenue streams. This tract has endless possibilities from timber revenue, sporting endeavors, or a permanent residence. 🔗 : https://lnkd.in/dkpf38uB #landforsale #SClandforsale #landbroker #landagents #landowners #landownership #realestateagent #recreationalland #timberland #investmentpropertiess #plantation #agriculture #land #wesellrealestate #LandRealEstate #landspecialist

After facing challenges with traditional Slurry Seals, Palm Valley Estates in Henderson, NV, wanted a change. The community needed a pavement preservation solution that could withstand the test of time and the harsh Nevada environment without the drawbacks of Slurry. Hear Marc Geiger, HOA President at Palm Valley Estates, share how they ultimately solved their pavement preservation dilemma. #HOAManagement #PavementPreservation #CommunityDevelopment #InnovativeSolutions #RealEstate #PropertyManagement

Discover hidden historic walkways in Montclair, once used by landowners and farmers for easy access, these shortcuts are still available for public use today. Explore and learn about their significance: https://lnkd.in/ePEtC_Y6

The Vasaro HOA in Chandler, Arizona, was tired of traditional pavement preservation treatments that they would have to reapply for every 2-3 years. With 116 homes and older roads that were still in good condition, they needed a better solution. So when they received a proposal with HA5 High Density Mineral Bond, they were intrigued by: -Extending the maintenance cycles from 2-3 years to 7+ years -Reducing long-term maintenance costs -Superior durability against Arizona's intense climate "While HA5 has a larger impact on the current year's budget, looking out three years or six years or longer, you see significant savings from the extended lifetime," explains HOA Board President Bob O'Hara. "It's almost like having new asphalt." Hear why the Vasaro community chose HA5: https://lnkd.in/gqU3pAcc