2026 Annual Conservation Commission Potluck

This year's topic: Report Findings from Turtle Assessment Study

Jeff Littleton from Moosewood Ecological will present findings from a 2025 assessment of turtle wetland-road crossings.

Learn how undersized culverts impact flooding and safe passage for turtles and other aquatic and semi-aquatic wildlife. The Moosewood study examined habitat connectivity throughout Cheshire County, assessing culverts and other stream-crossing infrastructure for their functionality for safe passage for turtles. The presentation will cover research discovery including culvert assessment for turtle crossing and flood risks. Improving culvert passage and reducing road access are key elements to restoring aquatic connectivity, reducing road mortality, and potentially reducing or eliminating flooding risks at wetland-road crossings.

There will be allocated time for group breakout sessions and a roundtable discussion!