DeMeo will

discuss the various ways and methods that land owners can permanently

protect the rural character of their land through the use of land trusts,

conservation easements, transfer of development rights, and other tools.

Don't miss

this chance too learn how to protect the future of your land and to ensure

that the natural beauty and resources of you land will not be consumed

with the Carl Vinson Institute of Government at the University of Georgia,

where she:

·conducts

research on environmental management and policy issues;

·provides

research supported technical assistance to local, regional and state governments;

and

·develops

and teaches environmental education programs designed for government officials.

DeMeo published

a nationally relevant monograph for local land trusts and conservation

organizations.

For more information,

call 770-969-8575.