Plan Your Woodland Legacy in 2025!
Sign up for “Taking Stock”: An Online Course for Creating Your Woodland Legacy
Your woodland is more than just land—it’s a legacy of stewardship, cherished memories, and opportunities for future generations. Ensuring your land stays intact and sustainably stewarded into the future requires thoughtful planning. This course provides the tools, resources, and confidence you need to ensure your forests remain forested and your vision endures.
Participants will explore vital aspects of legacy planning—including personal, familial, and legal considerations—through expert insights and peer collaboration. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped to craft a comprehensive stewardship and estate plan aligned with their values.
What You’ll Gain
- Guidance from experts—including lawyers, mediators, and conservation professionals—to help you explore your options.
- Access to individualized exercises and activities to:
- Identify your goals.
- Create a legacy letter for the next generation.
- Learn about the full range of conservation options available to you, from conservation easements to the Vermont Tree Farm Program
- Practical tools and resources to develop a clear and actionable plan for your woodland’s future.
- Confidence to take the first steps on your legacy planning journey.
- Participate in a supportive community of woodland owners
Course Details
- Format: The course will be delivered over 5 live webinars, an online course hub, and a legacy planning organizer
- Fee: The course costs $100 per family (unlimited users)
- Course Sessions
February 6th 5:30 – 7:00pm- Session 1: Exploring Your Legacy & Establishing a Vision
February 20th 5:30 – 7:00pm- Session 2: Woodland Legacy Planning 101
March 6th 5:30 – 7:00pm- Session 3: Future Stewardship Options
March 20th 5:30 – 7:00pm- Session 4: Addressing Legal & Financial Considerations
April 3rd 5:30 – 7:00pm- Session 5: Engaging Others & Taking Action on Your Legacy Plan
Why Should You Sign Up?
- Protect Your Legacy: Gain confidence in your estate planning decisions and ensure the future of your woodland.
- Meet the Experts: Access professional advice on complex legal and financial matters.
- Build a Community: Connect with other woodland owners and share insights on legacy planning.
- Personalized Support: Receive one-on-one assistance to tailor your plan to your specific needs.
Register NOW
Questions? Contact Eliza at eliza@vermontwoodlands.org
Here’s what past Taking Stock participants have said about the course:
“My husband and I gained immense value from participating in this class! While this is a sensitive topic, the presenters and course facilitator provided us with lots of tools and strategies to delve deeper into securing the future of our forests.”
“We value hearing other people’s stories, and plans for the future. We really enjoyed interacting with others thinking through this challenging topic!”
“We were pleasantly surprised to learn that our daughter, who lives far away, is actually very interested in preserving the property. We have much to discuss when our family reunites this summer.”