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Mountain Equipment Co-op Supports Haliburton Highlands Land Trust
Posted: January 12, 2010
Mountain Equipment Co-op has recently announced a significant contribution to the Haliburton Highlands Land Trust. The Co-op, a major Canadian retailer of outdoor gear and clothing, has agreed to provide $21,525 to support the acquisition costs of Dahl Forest, a 500-acre conservation reserve on the Burnt River south of Minden.
The member-owned organization, with stores in most major cities across the country, strives to demonstrate leadership in sustainability by supporting conservation organizations like HHLT. Of 14 applications submitted for the September 2009 round of grants under MEC’s Land Acquisition category only six organizations, including HHLT, were funded.
The HHLT is currently campaigning for local support of the initiative. An endowment fund of $60,000 must be raised to ensure ongoing maintenance and stewardship of the forest reserve, which is to be held as a protected area in perpetuity.
More information on ways to help with the conservation efforts of the HHLT can be found in our Donate / Membership section or by calling 705-754-2532.
Last Updated: Jan 12 2010 4:02:43 pm.
Photo: Lyn Winans
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