Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife (MassWildlife) is seeking proposals for conservation projects to benefit piping plovers in Massachusetts. Proposals must fit into one of four categories: Selective predator management Increased law enforcement to improve management of pets and other threats Strategic education and outreach Experimental habitat enhancement (e.g., vegetation management) Although the focus of the program is on piping plovers, projects also benefiting breeding least terns (and other tern species) may receive priority consideration. Although matching funds are not required, projects proposing match may receive priority consideration: applicants should clearly define the amount requested, the amount of match to be provided, and total project cost.
