Accreditation Renewed - Celebrate the good news with us!
Today, we are excited to announce that Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust has renewed its land trust accreditation - proving once again that, as part of a network of over 450 accredited land trusts across the nation, we are committed to conservation excellence.
Stakeholder Notification/Public Notice:Lord Berkeley Conservation Trustis Applying for Renewal of Land Trust Alliance Accreditation
The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust was awarded its original accreditation in 2018 and is pleased to announce it is currently applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open.
‘Lewisfield Preserve’ Created Along Cooper River Corridor
“The protection of the Lewisfield Preserve has been a long-standing priority of the Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust (LBCT) for decades. This effort was successful only because of partnership with OSI, LLT, SCDOT, and the former owners of the property, the Dennis family,” said Chris Vaughn, LBCT Director.
Berkeley Battlefields Tours
From Biggin Church to Mepkin Abbey to Fort Fair Lawn….we covered it all! The Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust in conjunction with the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust and Berkeley County hosted three Berkeley Battlefield Tours in April. Our tour guide, David Reuwer with SCBPT, was entertaining and informative and the company was delightful.
18th Century Canal Remnants and Nearly Two Miles of River Frontage Permanently Protected
Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust has announced the permanent protection of one of the last remaining sections of the 18th century Old Santee Canal and 645 acres of surrounding forestland including nearly two miles of Santee River frontage.
Permanent Protection of Ashley River Property
The Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust has announced the permanent protection of 200 acres along the Ashley River near Ridgeville. Under the terms of the conservation easement, the property will not be developed, and the hardwood forest will remain intact to retain water quality in the River.
Executive Director
Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust (LBCT) recently announced that Chris Vaughn has assumed the role of Executive Director of the organization founded by visionary local conservationists in 1992.