[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 175 (Tuesday, October 30, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1476]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





CONGRATULATING THE UPPER PENINSULA LAND CONSERVANCY FOR RECEIVING LAND 
                          TRUST ACCREDITATION

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 30, 2018

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to recognize the Upper 
Peninsula Land Conservancy for receiving Land Trust Accreditation. 
Through its dedication to wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, and its 
local community, the U.P. Land Conservancy has become an indispensable 
part of Michigan's First District.
  Locally focused land conservation undertaken by community-based land 
trusts has become increasingly important across the country. 
Accreditation by the independent Land Trust Accreditation Commission is 
given to those organizations that have proven to be trusted, strong, 
and effective in their land conservation efforts. Through its 
tremendous work in Michigan, the Upper Peninsula Land Conservancy has 
shown that it is more than deserving of this seal. First started in 
1999, the organization currently protects more than 6,600 acres of 
forest and wetlands across the Upper Peninsula. Its work to protect 
wildlife habitats, water quality, working farms and ranches, and 
healthy communities has been invaluable for the people of Michigan's 
First District. Our region is home to some of the most pristine natural 
landscapes in the country, and I'm grateful for the U.P. Land 
Conservancy's efforts to ensure that future generations can enjoy the 
same natural beauty we so deeply treasure.
  Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate the Upper Peninsula Land 
Conservancy for receiving Land Trust Accreditation. Michiganders can 
take immense pride in knowing that the First District is home to such a 
trusted organization working to promote land conservation. On behalf of 
my constituents, I wish the U.P. Land Conservancy all the best in its 
future endeavors.

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