Sussex County Land Trust to Celebrate 25 Years of Conservation at Annual Meeting
The Sussex County Land Trust’s annual meeting will be held on Friday, June 26th…
Sussex County Land Trust Executive Director Sara Bluhm tells the Talk of Delmarva that the public is invited at 12:30 PM to hear presentations on highlights regarding the work that has been accomplished in the last 15 months. The organization will also unveil its new three-year strategic plan, giving members of the public an opportunity to review it and ask questions. Hors d’oeuvres and networking will be offered during the first half hour of the event.
The public is invited to attend the Sussex County Land Trust’s annual meeting later this month, which will go over recent projects as well as a strategic plan going forward. Sussex County Land Trust Executive Director Sara Bluhm tells the Talk of Delmarva about a couple of the highlights that will be presented…
The public presentations will be held at the Botanic Gardens in Dagsboro on Friday, June 26th beginning at 12:30 PM.
Additional Information from the Sussex County Land Trust:
The Sussex County Land Trust (SCLT) will celebrate 25 years of conservation success
during its Annual Meeting on Friday, June 26, at the Delaware Botanic Gardens (30220 Piney Neck Rd, Dagsboro, DE 19939), highlighting a landmark year that included the preservation of the 88-acre Ard na Gréine property near Lewes and the continued expansion of parks, trails, and public access opportunities across Sussex County.
The public is invited to attend the event, which will feature a presentation on the organization’s accomplishments, future priorities, and vision for protecting the land and resources that make Sussex County special.
The meeting comes at a time of significant growth for the Land Trust. Over the past year, SCLT
completed the acquisition of Ard na Gréine—one of the most significant remaining undeveloped tracts east of Route 1 in the Lewes area—while advancing restoration efforts at Ickford Park in Seaford, expanding stewardship initiatives across nearly 1,400 acres of protected lands, and adopting a new strategic plan to guide the organization through 2030.
Attendees will hear updates on:
• The preservation of Ard na Gréine and future planning for the property
• Restoration and interpretation efforts at Ickford Park, including the historic Cannon-Maston
House
• New recreational and conservation projects at Hudson Park, Forest of the Broadkill, Hopkins
Preserve, and Nanticoke Crossing Park
• The Land Trust’s recently adopted strategic plan and vision for the future
• Organizational growth, including the addition of its first full-time Stewardship Manager
“Twenty-five years ago, community leaders recognized that Sussex County’s special places needed champions,” said Sara Bluhm, Executive Director of the Sussex County Land Trust. “Today, we are managing nearly 1,400 acres of protected lands and helping shape a future where conservation, recreation, agriculture, and historic preservation can thrive together. This Annual Meeting is an opportunity to celebrate what we’ve accomplished and share what’s next.”
Schedule of Events
• 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Annual Meeting and Closed Board of Trustees Session
• 12:30 p.m.: Doors Open to the Public; Light Refreshments Served
• 1:00 p.m.: Public Presentation and Organizational Updates
During the Annual Meeting, Trustees will elect officers, adopt the FY27 budget, and receive updates on
several major conservation, stewardship, and park improvement initiatives planned throughout Sussex
County.
The event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is encouraged.
To RSVP, visit https://bit.ly/2026scltmtg
About the Sussex County Land Trust
The Sussex County Land Trust (SCLT) is a nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to safeguarding the land and resources that make Sussex County special. Established in 2001, the Trust works to preserve open space and create a countywide network of parks and preserves that provide public access, support passive recreation, and promote environmental education. Through strategic partnerships, land acquisitions, and community engagement, SCLT is committed to safeguarding the county’s unique landscapes for current and future generations. For more information, visit www.sclandtrust.org.