Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation
Overview
Our Mission
The mission of the Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation is to preserve open space in the watersheds of the Quonochontaug and Winnapaug Salt Ponds, protect our barrier beaches and ensure the integrity and water quality of the Ponds themselves through the support of our members and the local pond communities.
Our Focus
Historic_Cultural ; Open_Space ; Urban ; Farm_Ranch ; Natural ; Recreation ; Water ; Forests
Our Staff
Part Time Staff: 1Operational Area and Acreage
Counties of Operation
Rhode Island | Washington |
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Acres Conserved
State | Total | Owned | Under Easement | Other** |
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Rhode Island | 1,042 | 100 | 942 | 0 |
**This figure includes land that has been acquired by land trusts - whether through purchase, donation or by another means - and subsequently has been transferred to a public agency. It also includes land protected through other methods such as negotiating and preparing for acquisition by other organizations or agencies.