Woods & Waters

Donors, partners, current and former board members and supporters came together to celebrate Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust’s 30 years of conservation work in the Lowcountry on Saturday, November 5th. It was a beautiful evening filled with celebration of the good work accomplished and determination to continue the work of the Trust for future generations.

Chris Vaugh, Executive Director, shared “ A quote that always grabs me, and I think speaks to the noble nature of our cause comes from John C. Sawhill who was president of the Nature Conservancy, ‘A society is defined not only by what it creates, but also by what it refuses to destroy.’ Thirty years ago the Charleston Region was a very different place, and certainly the same will be true in another thirty years. What kind of Lowcountry will future generations experience? Will our river corridors be stunning? Will the water be safe to drink and swim in?  Will we still have outstanding fisheries and abundant wildlife habitat?  Will our historic sites be protected and accessible?  Will family farms still be in the family? Jim Rozier said it best when he said, ‘These lands and waters are more than shades on a map; they are what makes our home our home. Saving them is tantamount to saving the heart and soul of our community.’ Friends, we know who we are , we know what we’re a part of and we have momentum. We are poised for success as we begin our next thirty years. Let’s get it done!”