Key Resources
A quick-start guide to the Commission's top used resources
Find what you need
Many resources are referenced throughout different stages of the accreditation process. While you can find many resources throughout the Commission's site, we’ve collected the key resources here for easy access.
Requirements
Being familiar with and staying up to date with the requirements is key to applicants and accredited land trusts.
Key First-Time Resources
The First-Time Handbook and the First-Time Application packet will give your land trust a good foundational understanding of the process steps and logistics and a full preview of the entire application process. To find more first-time applicant resources visit the First-Time Accreditation page.
Why Renew?
Accredited land trusts are stronger, more resilient, and better poised to defend the land.
The First-Time Process
The first-time accreditation process is a multi-step journey, often spanning multiple years for preparation.
The First-Time Application
Learn what information and documentation is needed to complete the first-time application.
Key Renewal Resources
The Renewal Handbook and the Renewal Application packet will give your land trust a good foundational understanding of the process steps and logistics and a full preview of the entire application process. To find more renewal applicant resources visit the Renewal page.
Why Renew?
Continuing to improve systems for making and documenting decisions means your land trust will be ready to steward and defend your protected lands.
Get Ready for Renewal
As soon as your land trust is accredited it can begin to take steps to help prepare for renewal!
The Renewal Application
The Commission encourages land trusts to be prepared and ask clarifying questions over your accreditation term – it can help set your organization up for a smoother renewal process.
Resources for Accredited Land Trusts
Review these key resources as the start of your land trust’s orientation on becoming an accredited land trust. Then take a deeper dive into the responsibilities of being an accredited organization by visiting the For Accredited Land Trusts page.