Antelope Valley Conservancy

P.O. Box 3133, Quartz Hill, CA 93586--3133

Serving the greater Antelope Valley region

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

 


 Q:  What is the Antelope Valley Conservancy?

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A:  Antelope Valley Conservancy is a local land trust conservancy.  It obtains and stewards lands that are important to the community for quality of life, scenic beauty, and plant and animal habitat. 


 

Q:  How do you get land?


A:  Land purchases can be funded by grants and donations, and the Conservancy accepts gifts of land from individuals for conservation easement preservation.  Most donations are tax deductible.  Donations of "trade lands" are also important, as these can be sold to purchase significant natural land.  The Conservancy is happy to name the resulting nature preserve in honor of the donor or a loved one.

 

 

Q:  Do you help with mitigation for development?

 

A.  Yes, AV Conservancy provides mitigation opportunities and services to lead agencies and developers.  Across America, conservancies serve a critical function in fostering livable communities.  We facilitate efficient and effective mitigation for development, and the natural and recreational resources preserved raise property values and employer desirability.

 

 

Q:  Can you help stop destruction of natural lands in my area?
 

A:  Probably not.  The role of the Antelope Valley Conservancy is to obtain, preserve, and steward lands, not to advocate or educate.  Conservancies purchase land that is offered for sale on the open market.  Once land is undergoing development, it is too late to help.

 


 Q: What can I do, or what can my organization do, to get involved?
 

  • Identify and tell us about land that should be preserved.

  • Help publicize AV Conservancy's services to family, friends, and organization members and stakeholders.

  • Send a donation to support land acquisitions.  AVC is a 501(c)(3) public charity, and donations are tax-deductible.

 

 

Q:  Where is the Antelope Valley?
 

A:  Antelope Valley is located in the high desert portion of the Mojave Desert of California, about a one-hour drive north of Los Angeles.  Most of Antelope Valley Conservancy's services are not limited to a geographical boundary.

 

 

For more information, please contact us at avconservancy@yahoo.com.

Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to hearing from you!