"bundle of sticks" approach, removing the right to develop the eased property. Preserves that are owned outright by Joshua's Trust have short and long-term management plans, implemented by Trust volunteers and property steward(s). Conservation easements are actively monitored by members of the Trust's Conservation Easements Committee. Joshua's Trust offers workshops covering environmental stewardship issues of interest and concern, and works to encourage open space preservation and community involvement. As part of this effort, the Joshua's Trust Conservation Award is awarded to area organizations and individuals in recognition of outstanding conservation efforts. Awards received 2011 Excellence in Land Conservation Award from CLCC, for Successful Collaboration in Stewardship 2011 Positive Results Award from Conserving Tolland 2009 Outstanding Stewardship Effort Award from the Connecticut Land Conservation Council 2005 Substantial Size Award from the Connecticut Land Trust Service Bureau 2003 Special Achievement Award, from the Connecticut Greenways Council 2001 Outstanding Organization certificate from the Connecticut Forest and Park Association 1998 Green Circle Program Certificate presented by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection 1998 Frederick Law Olmsted Award, presented by the Connecticut Chapter of American Society of Landscape Architects. 1996 Connecticut Land Trust Service Bureau, Partnerships Challenge Award 1989 and 1987 recipient of the Connecticut Land Trust Service Bureau Protection Award Accreditation In 2005, the executive board voted to adopt practices consistent with Land Trust Alliance guidelines, and Joshua's Trust was officially granted accredited land trust status in February 2011. This designation recognizes a land trust for its commitment to the highest ethical standards in its practices and stewardship of entrusted properties. References External links Joshua's Trust Official Website The Land Trust Alliance Land trusts in Connecticut Wildlife sanctuaries of the United States Protected areas of Tolland County, Connecticut Protected areas of Windham County, Connecticut Protected areas of New London County, Connecticut Environmental organizations based in Connecticut 1966 establishments in Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations