Heritage Conservancy Remembers Staff Member John Kachline
September 26, 1939 -July 10, 2010
John served Heritage Conservancy as a Property Steward from July 2008 to July 2010.
A former engineer, John worked on numerous building and outdoor projects at Aldie Mansion and other Conservancy-owned properties.
With a pencil behind his ear (so he would always be ready to measure or draw project details), a gentle and friendly demeanor, and a wealth of knowledge for his trade, John was admired and appreciated by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
We will truly miss you, John!
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Our accredited status demonstrates our commitment to excellence, trust and permanence.
Out of about 1700 lands trusts nationwide, we're one of only 82 to receive this recognition.
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Who We Are ...
Simply put, we are a 52-year "young," not-for-profit conservation
organization that has been a loyal caretaker to the places you call home.
Your continued support allows us to serve our community and its environs with a complete range of proven services that encompass open space and historic preservation as well as natural resource protection.
Thank you for being such an integral part of our success -- and for your generous giving. |
Did You Know?
Aldie Mansion, our preserved headquarters, is an excellent example of adaptive re-use of an historic property.
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River-to-River Bike Ride Brings Recreation & Historical Awareness to Bucks, Montgomery Counties
Heritage Conservancy, a not-for-profit leader in land conservation and natural resource protection, partnered with Bill McCoach, owner of Pedal PA, a bicycle touring company, and Indian Valley Bikeworks, a premier cycling shop, to host its annual River-to-River Heritage Bicycle Tour.
With four unique routes from which to choose, the 350+ cyclists, some coming as far as Vermont and Virginia braved the extreme heat and humidity and rode from the Delaware to the Schuylkill Rivers through scenic Bucks and Montgomery counties -- including the historic Route 113 corridor, a Heritage Conservancy-designated Lasting Landscape®.
The many supporters included PA State Representative Robert Godshall, Tussock Sedge Farm, First Savings Bank of Perkasie, North Penn Beverage, Souderton Mennonite Church, Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Bucks County Conference and Visitors Bureau.
Proceeds from this annual event help Heritage Conservancy further its 50+ year mission of preserving our region's natural and historic heritage.
"We truly appreciate the overwhelming support," said Robin Folkerts, VP of Advancement & Communications for Heritage Conservancy. "And we send our heartfelt thanks to the 35+ volunteers who assisted with the event - especially Michele Koch, our volunteer coordinator, who helped ensure coverage for the many tasks, including registration, rest stops, serving lunch, parking, and the all-essential 'clean-up!'"
For the weekend warriors, seasoned cyclists and casual riders who support this community event, the River-to-River bike ride provided an inspiring day of recreation and historical awareness. |
Pictured, left -to-right:
Kenneth Hochstetler, Univest Corporation; PA State Rep. Robert Godshall; Donna Wiesner, Christine Lacy, Clifford C. David, Jr., President of Heritage Conservancy; Bill McCoach, owner of Pedal PA & Bikeworks |
Heritage Conservancy Partnership Preserves Pristine Property in the Gallows Run Watershed
Heritage Conservancy and its valued partners - Nockamixon and Durham Townships and Bucks County- recently finalized a conservation easement on 70 acres of property along Kintners Hill Road in Nockamixon Township.
This voluntary land preservation agreement will protect a strategically important parcel in the Gallows Run Watershed, a high quality cold water fishery.
"This property links to an increasingly significant corridor of preserved properties, all of which total over 400 acres," said Jeff Marshall, VP of Resource Protection and Planning for the Conservancy.
The Conservancy and its partners continue to work with area landowners in an effort to protect additional adjoining land in this vital ecosystem. |
Heritage Conservancy VP Jeff Marshall Appointed to Vice Presidency of National Barn Alliance
Heritage Conservancy, a not-for-profit leader in land conservation and natural resource protection, is pleased to announce that its VP of Resource Protection and Planning, Jeffrey L. Marshall, has been appointed to the Vice Presidency of the National Barn Alliance (NBA), a not-for-profit leader in the preservation of America's historic barns and their rural heritage.
 Mr. Marshall will replace outgoing Vice President, Vera Wiltse of Michigan, who had recently stepped down after years of dedicated service.
For over 15 years, the National Barn Alliance has earned its reputation as a national leader in barn preservation. "Our real work is done at the done at the grass roots level by a number of state and regional organizations, including those in MI, KS, OH, CT, NY, WA, IL, WI, MO, GA and PA," said NBA .President Charles Leik.
The goals of the NBA are to encourage the documentation, through surveys and photography, of historic barns and other rural structures; encourage and support the creation of statewide and local barn preservation organizations and programs; and facilitate the sharing of information on barns, their history and their maintenance.
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New Member Special! |
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Become a new member of Heritage Conservancy and you'll receive a handy Heritage Conservancy tote bag!
Strong enough to haul groceries and other essentials, this great bag is made of 100% recycled material (of course!).
Click HERE to become a member today! Or contact Sandy at 215.345.7020 x103 to learn more.
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