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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]