in memoriam

The Land Trust Alliance family sends condolences to the family and friends of Sherry Huber — we will always remember her decades of hard work for the causes we all believe in.

In the winter of 2001, I moved to the island of Nantucket approximately 30 miles out to sea off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. I was eager to get my hands and feet dirty, doing my part to protect and preserve the open space of my new home. I had the good fortune to start with one of the best: Jim Lentowski, a legend in the state's conservation community.

On Jan. 26, a tragic accident took the life of one of New Hampshire's most passionate conservationists and our very good friend, Tom Howe.

The Trustees of Reservations recently announced the passing of Barbara Erickson, its visionary leader for the past nine years, who died Jan. 15.

For over 50 years, writer Barry Lopez made his home in western Oregon, upslope and in line of sight with the McKenzie River. His reflections on nature and people fill a library of notable books, essays, presentations and interviews in precise, attentive language. His stories challenge, inspire and celebrate our world in ways that ignited wonder and commitment for many of us working in conservation.