Dr. Keith L. Bildstein, Sarkis Acopian Director of Conservation Science at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, has published a new book titled Raptors: The Curious Nature of Diurnal Birds of Prey. The book offers a comprehensive and accessible account of raptors including their evolutionary history, relationship to other groups of birds, sensory abilities, and breeding ecology, as well as read more

When long-time land conservation coordinator Sarah Kipp decided to take a one-year leave of absence from her work at the Land Conservancy of Adams County to travel and work abroad, York Springs resident and recent law-school graduate Adam Boyer stepped in to take the reins of her position. Now Boyer has joined the Land Conservancy board of directors. "I really enjoyed my read more

On February 3, the world lost beloved civic activist, Tree Tender extraordinaire, and UC Green Executive Director Winnie Harris. "Winnie was a driving force in the beautification of her neighborhood and in the creation and preservation of community gardens," said Matt Radar, president of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. "Winnie organized planting and work days that read more

In March, Chestnut Hill Conservancy and Historical Society welcomed Eileen Javers as new board president. "This is a wonderful time for the Chestnut Hill Conservancy," said Javers. "We have an expanding, energized, and engaged membership whose support is allowing us to continue to honor our commitment to the preservation of architecture, expanding and caring for our read more

On February 27, the Allegheny Trail Alliance (ATA) announced that Bryan Perry will be the organization's new executive director. Perry formerly served as the assistant director of workforce and strategy at the Oakland Planning and Development Corporation. "We are extremely fortunate to have attracted such an experienced and talented professional as Bryan Perry for our first read more

In February, Heritage Conservancy welcomed two new members to its board of directors: Mike Fitzpatrick, a former congressman, and Lizann Cooke, a marketing guru. Mike Fitzpatrick represented Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 2005 to 2007 and 2011 to 2017. He brings with him a proven track record of his commitment to read more

Kerry Reider joined Wildlands in February 2017 as an Aquatic Ecologist. He holds a B.S. in environmental science from Moravian College, where he was an active member of the Eco Club. A lifelong resident of Easton, Kerry never misses a chance to kayak, hunt, or fish. He is an active member of the Delaware River Shad Fisherman’s Association and Trout Unlimited. read more

The Foundation for Sustainable Forests has promoted Annie Socci, who had served as the Conservation and Outreach manager since January of 2016, to be its first executive director. The move by the Foundation's board of directors to appoint an executive director signals healthy growth for the Spartansburg-based organization, which was founded in 2004 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit read more

In January, Delaware Highlands Conservancy welcomed two new staff members. Avery Siler joins the Conservancy as Land Protection Associate. Avery’s primary responsibilities are to assist with land protection projects by working with contractors to complete due diligence and helping prepare baseline documentation. She will also be coordinating the Regional Conservation read more

On January 31, Willistown Conservation Trust welcomed Beth Hucker as the newest chair of its Board of Trustees. She replaces outgoing chair Janice Murdoch. "Beth has deep roots in our program area, having lived most of her life on her family's Little Brook Farm in Berwyn," said Bonnie Van Alen, the Trust's executive director. "With parents who were avid birders, Beth grew up read more

On December 12, Natural Lands Trust (NLT) announced the selection of Ethan Kauffman as Director of Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden, the 42-acre Villanova property that NLT acquired in April 2016 from the estate of the late John and Chara Haas. Kauffman, who relocated to the Philadelphia region for the position, has a distinguished 17-year career in public horticulture. "It's an read more

On October 26,  Natural Lands Trust president Molly Morrison was named to the Philadelphia Business Journal "Power 76," a list of the region's most influential people. She joins the ranks of the CEO of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the president of the University of Pennsylvania, the president of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and many others making a significant impact read more

Pennsylvania Land Trust Association staff and board congratulates our very own Carol Grayshaw, Office & Project Administrator, and her husband John on their latest family addition. Carol and John welcomed a 7 lb 8oz baby boy on September 20th. Mom and baby are doing great and resting comfortably. Carol and John's 4 1/2 year old son has been looking forward to becoming an read more

On September 1, 2016, The Delaware Highlands Conservancy welcomed Diane Rosencrance as its new Executive Director. Formerly a Senior Director at Natural Lands Trust, Diane has an extensive background in land protection initiatives and has been an active partner with the Conservancy in many of its regional activities. "Diane's twenty years’ experience in the field of land read more

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy has hired two new staff members: Administrative Coordinator Jason Zarnowski and Land Protection Coordinator Susan LaCroix. Jason is a graduate of Keystone College with a BS in Environmental Resource Management and a minor in Biology.  He has worked with land management consulting firms and the National Park Service’s Northeast Exotic Plant read more