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Land Conservancy promotes Dave Prosser

The Pound Ridge Land Conservancy has announced the promotion of Dave Prosser to director of land stewardship. 

Since joining the PRLC in April 2023, Prosser has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to PRLC’s work in land conservation and environmental education, the group said.

In his new position, Prosser will lead stewardship and grant writing for PRLC, manage all volunteer programs, and oversee the care and maintenance of 20 preserves with over 12 miles of trails. 

“In less than two years with PRLC, Dave has grown tremendously in the scope of his work he is doing for us as he extends his already-strong skill set with experience in Pound Ridge,” said Jack Wilson, president of the group’s board. “We rely on Dave’s leadership and judgment in areas far beyond his initial responsibilities and we want his title to reflect the expansion of his role with PRLC.”

Prosser is enthusiastic about his new role.

“I am honored to step into this leadership position and am eager to continue working with our dedicated board and the community to promote environmental stewardship and land conservation,” he said.

The promotion comes as the land conservancy celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of land preservation and environmental advocacy.


Caramoor president leaving at end of March

Caramoor President and CEO Edward J. Lewis III will leave the organization March 31 to pursue new opportunities closer to his home in Washington, D.C.

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Westchester Land Trust obtains easement

Feb 7

Westchester Land Trust, a nationally accredited land conservation nonprofit headquartered in Bedford Hills, announced it has accepted and strengthened a conservation easement on a 44.75-acre property in Bedford that was formerly protected through the Bedford Historical Society.

The amended easement expands the area of land protected by including a portion of land previously set aside for potential development. The land is designated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation as a Known Area for Rare Terrestrial Animals and a Known Area for Rare Plants.

“Westchester Land Trust is honored that the property owner and Bedford Historical Society have entrusted us to care for this land and ensure it remains free from development forever,” said Janelle Robbins, vice president of conservation at Westchester Land Trust. “With its excellent wildlife habitat and proximity to other conserved lands, this property is integral to the fabric of open space in Bedford.”

The land is bisected by the Stone Hill River. As part of the Croton Reservoir System, this waterbody helps provide daily drinking water to approximately nine million people in New York City. The woodlands on the property are dominated by maple, oak and beech trees, with large rock outcroppings, riparian areas and red maple swamps.

The landowners were motivated to expand and strengthen the conservation easement to safeguard wildlife habitat and drinking water quality — for their enjoyment, but also for the community.

Located within a 933-acre core forest that includes Indian Hill Park and other conservation easements held by WLT, this property also contributes to the scenic rural character of Bedford and the surrounding area. Westchester Land Trust has a long history of land protection in the town where it’s headquartered, with more than 1,650 acres protected through preserves and conservation easements in Bedford. The organization is working on additional projects to protect more land in Bedford in the coming months.

The easement will be monitored annually by WLT to ensure there are no threats to its conservation value. It remains private property and is not open for public use.

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