Putnam County Land Trust Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary

From the Putnam County Land Trust

BREWSTER, NY — The Putnam County Land Trust, celebrating 50 years of “Protecting What Matters” in Putnam County, will hold its annual Benefit Gala on Saturday, April 6th. The trust invites the public to attend and support the organization’s mission of protecting the forests and wetlands, wildlife habitats and important water resources in and around Putnam County.

PCLT has focused its efforts most recently in the Ice Pond Area which extends from the Town of Southeast north into the Town of Patterson. This area is rich in natural resources. It serves as a resting area for thousands of migratory songbirds and waterfowl that pass through here every spring and fall. It is very prolific in plant life with 549 plant species having been identified. Its wetlands capture storm water and slowly release it. It has historic significance as well, serving as one of the many ice harvesting ponds and lakes in the years before refrigeration was developed.

The event will begin with cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres featuring live entertainment and Birds of Prey from Green Chimneys. This will be followed by a gourmet seated dinner. Throughout the evening there will be raffles, some surprises and a live auction led by Bill Flash.

The evening will celebrate the people of the land trust from its beginnings to the present. Five retired board members will be designated Board Emeritus. They are Brian Alberghini, Dod Chahroudi, Linda Lund, Bob Lund and Steven Mattson. Judy Terlizzi, board president, remarked that these individuals represent the best in board service.

The Gala will be held at the Starr Ridge Banquet Center, 38 Starr Ridge Road in Brewster, NY. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Take advantage of special dinner pricing of $75 per person if reserved by March 29th. After March 29th, it will be $80 per person.

To make a reservation, inquire about advertising space or donate goods or services for the auction, call 914 621 8466 or e mail events@pclt.net