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SHERIFF'S MEADOW FOUNDATION PROPERTIES Sheriff's Meadow Foundation has conserved over 2200 acres of land on Martha's Vineyard. This includes ownership of more than 140 parcels totaling over 1780 acres. The numbered properties shown on the map below have public walking trails described by clicking on the number on the map. Other properties are kept solely for wildlife habitat, scenic vistas and scientific research. Sheriff's Meadow Foundation also hold 26 conservation restrictions on 425 acres of land. Public use of the Sheriff's Meadow Foundation sanctuaries must comply with the purpose of the Foundation charter and the aims of donors of sanctuary lands. The rural character is all-important for human enjoyment as well as for wildlife protection. Picnicking, camping and shooting are prohibited.

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	Land Gifts Are Sought A conservation restriction (CR), which is a landowner's voluntary agreement to restrict the development of his or her land in specific ways, provides permanent protection for land while maintaining private ownership. The landowner has the complete enjoyment of the land and retains ownership and title, including the right to sell the land or leave it in a will, subject only to the CR provisions. The most important benefit of a gift of land or a conservation restriction is the assurance that the land will be conserved forever in its natural state. However, significant tax benefits to the donor are also possible. Please call the Sheriff's Meadow Foundation office at (508) 693-5207 if you would like information or assistance with land gift planning. Request a copy of a Sanctuary Guide
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