Ridge and Valley Conservancy Pledges To Give the Bobcat A Safe Home

This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Ridge & Valley Conservancy, a land
trust that has focused on the protection of over 3,200 acres of natural areas.
Determined to build on this accomplishment, the RVC and like-minded partners
are continuing to expand and connect green spaces that protect your air and
water, provide places to be with nature, and protect habitat in its natural state.

As part of its vision for the next 25 years, RVC is committed to protecting
habitat for the North American Bobcat, as a symbol of how nature benefits from
land protection. The wild Bobcat is on the list of State Endangered Species,
primarily because of historic changes in its habitat. This wild cat is important
to its eco-system and public health. Nocturnal and effective hunters, they
control small animals that carry Lyme and tick-born diseases, helping to keep
nature in balance. Given sufficient hunting and breeding territory, they will
thrive and be a symbol of how people can act to protect native species. During
this Anniversary year, RVC has adopted the Bobcat as a symbol of the positive
impact its land preservation efforts can have.

To raise awareness and to support these efforts, RVC will offer a number of
fund-raising events during the year. All proceeds will benefit RVC’s efforts. Get
your tickets or mark your calendars for any/all of these upcoming happenings:

Saturday, March 18, 8:00PM – A Night of Comedy will feature 2 celebrated
local comics at Blair Academy’s Armstrong Hipkins Center for the Arts. A 7:00
PM wine and cheese reception will feature local student photography, as well as
work from Paulinskill River Photography.

Sunday, June 4, - “Horizons in Nature: An Art & Poetry Exhibit will focus on
“Visions of Nature’s Future”. It will take place at the Voss House Barn at White
Lake Preserve and present local art and poetry talent.

Sunday October 8- Oktoberfest: A Fall Celebration will feature local German
Craft beers, food and music amid a colorful fall setting at the Limestone Ridge
Preserve.

To find out more about these events, the RVC’s mission or to donate, please
visit: http://www.ridgeandvalleyconse...