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Stories about the People, Their Land, and Their Gift to Future Generations

Biggs Conservation Easement

The Margaret and Charles Biggs Story “For the Good of the World” Each individual’s connection to the land is personal. Sometimes that connection is so deep that it becomes a vow of protection. The connection that Margaret and Charlie Biggs had with their land was deep, heartfelt, and it was sealed by a sense of responsibility […]

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Bishop Conservation Easement

The Bishop Story                                                       “The joy of our lives is to know that it will stay this way after we’re gone.” The story of Wally and Carolyn Bishop is a tale of great romance, and an abiding love affair with the country. Carolyn accepted Wally’s hand in 1959, but not without Wally having to press his […]

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Belton Conservation Easement

FOREVER In 1953 Bill and Judy Belton settled into what would be their final home – and ultimately their final resting place – on a breathtaking property in Morgan County. Their 150 acres – a vibrant network of rich bottom land along nearly a mile of Willet Run, steep and densely wooded ridges rising steeply […]

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Walter Washington

Preserving Historic Washington Family Lands in Jefferson County Walter Washington is the owner of Harewood, an historic estate built by Lawrence Washington, half-brother of the president. Lawrence bought the land in 1751; other Washington family members who owned land in the area include Samuel and Charles, founder of Charles Town. Walter’s connection with the property […]

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Biggs Conservation Easement

Biggs Conservation Easement

November 2, 2020

The Margaret and Charles Biggs Story “For the Good of the...

Bishop Conservation Easement

Bishop Conservation Easement

August 29, 2020

The Bishop Story...

Belton Conservation Easement

Belton Conservation Easement

August 29, 2020

FOREVER In 1953 Bill and Judy Belton settled into what would...

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  • 25th Anniversary
    • In the Beginning
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    • Future
    • Legacy Fund Established
    • In the Days of COVID-19
  • Voices of the People
  • Stories from the Land
  • Easements
  • LTEP Leadership
  • Newsletters
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