We at GWC are very excited to announce a new offering through the Land Trust Excellence & Advancement Program and our partnerships with the Land Trust Alliance Midwest Program and the Heart of the Lakes in Michigan.
Building on the success of the Peer-to-Peer Mentoring program piloted in Michigan in 2010, we are teaming up to offer a peer-to-peer mentoring program in Wisconsin and Michigan in 2012. Due to the generosity of our LEAP funders, participation in the program is free and available to all land trust members of Gathering Waters!
What is the Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Program?
This is an organized effort to match peers of similar experiences throughout Michigan and Wisconsin to learn from one another as a component of both ACE (Accelerating Conservancy Excellence) and LEAP (Land Trust Excellence & Advancement Program). This mentoring program will foster relationships and advance learning and sharing opportunities within the land trust community. In addition to individual visits there will be group learning opportunities throughout the year and we will reimburse peers for making one trip to visit another peer.
Is it right for me?
We hope so! The program is designed for staff and board members of land trusts in WI and MI that are willing to share their expertise as well as learn from others doing similar work. The requirements of the program are that participants make one trip between March 1 and October 31, 2012, and be willing to host peers at their land trust.
How do I apply?
Applications are due by January 20, 2012 and should be submitted electronically to MaryKay O’Donnell, Kate Zurlo-Cuva, AND Julie Stoneman.
Questions?
Call or e-mail Kate Zurlo-Cuva (608-251-9131, ext. 12).
