During 2012 the Naromi Board of Directors has been at work on Strategic Planning. During this process we revised our Mission Statement, and here we present it to you:

The Mission of Naromi Land Trust is to conserve and protect the natural resources of Sherman, including wildlife habitats, water quality, agricultural lands and scenic vistas, for the benefit of, and use by, current and future generations.

Naromi is a Sherman community institution. The Board of Directors of Naromi Land Trust is currently instituting a new committee structure of management, which will include more members in our ongoing work.

Throughout the year, we provide a robust program of hikes, workdays, educational, and community events for Sherman families and the general public. Our goal is to get people out on the land and water to see the beauty and recreational opportunities available in and around our town. 

Naromi Land Trust manages more than 1,200 acres and helped protect another 600 acres; more than 12.5% of Sherman's land mass. There are thirteen preserves with trails, and more than twenty other open space preserves--we open as many of our holdings as feasible to the public for recreational enjoyment. Other areas are in active agriculture, like the many fields in hay production throughout town, or scenic.

Naromi needs your support as a member. We work hard to provide as much value as possible for our community with the membership funds we receive. In fact, 82% of all the income we receive goes directly towards our programs, with only 18% going to administration and insurance. Please support Naromi in 2012-2013 by renewing your membership or becoming a new member. Be as generous as you can to help us add trails, parking areas and expand our stewardship in Sherman. We enclose a response envelope for your convenience.

The Naromi Land Trust Board and staff join me in wishing you a joy-filled holiday season.

Most Gratefully,

Marge Josephson, President