Bringing Conservation Together from the Hudson to the Delaware Rivers
This was a great evening!
Honoring Women at the Forefront of Conservation and Agriculture:
Cari Watkins-Bates, Director of Land Conservation
Scenic Hudson
Christina Chan, Farmer
Chester Agricultural Center
Liana Hoodes, Policy Advisor
NOFA-NY
Lucy Joyce, Executive Director
Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County
Virginia Kasinki, Executive Director
Newburgh Urban Farm and Food Initiative
Melinda Meddaugh, Agriculture & Food Systems Issue Leader
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County
Kathleen Nolan, Senior Research Director
Catskill Mountainkeeper
Sharon Soons, Co-owner
Soons Orchards
Terri Thal, Treasurer
West Branch Conservation Association
Karen Washington, Farmer
Chester Agricultural Center
Honorary Benefit Committee:
Flavia Bacarella
Janet Crawshaw
Sam Decker
Maria Ingrassia
Paula Kay
Cara Lee
Gerald Skoda
Derrik Wynkoop
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 6-9 pm
Cedar Lakes Estate, 1 Team USA Way,
Port Jervis, NY
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Like the collective regional impact made by our distinguished honorees, our rivers, trails, ridges, valleys, and food systems transcend boundaries and connect us all. Please join us in celebrating the achievements of these conservation and agricultural leaders and supporting the Orange County Land Trust’s efforts. Your generosity will help ensure the success of this year’s event!
