This protection project is important not only because it is located in a sensitive watershed area, but because it could be a link to the town park and other preserved properties to the south, according to Roberts. The primary use of the conserved land will be for raising animals and growing crops. Thirdly, the family of Frank Nunes has confirmed its intent to purchase 53 acres of land on Wyatt Rd in Middletown for preservation. This parcel of land is historically significant. To date, the land trust and its preservation partners have conserved over 500 acres of land and plan to add 1,500 more by 2005.
Time is of the essence.
This is not land that we have inherited from our parents. It s land we ve borrowed from our children. The Aquidneck Island Land Trust is located at 790 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. Drop in to say hello, or volunteer your time. Call 849-2799 for information on the benefits of land preservation.