Edward L Rose Conservancy, Montrose, PA (2026)

Our Story Begins . . . . . in 1809 when Dr. Robert Rose purchased 100,000 acres that later become a large part of Susquehanna County. Over the years much of this land passed out of family holdings, but was substantially reclaimed by a descendent, Edward L. Rose, committed to maintaining the rural character of the area. In 1987, 375 acres in Silver Lake Township were sold to a group of citizens p

ledged to continue his tradition of concern for land protection. Rose Conservancy was formed to protect land, preserve natural habitat and increase public awareness through education, research and outreach programs. We are a nationally accredited land trust working in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania and the Southern Tier of New York. Contact us to discuss your goals for protecting your property and let us help you to protect cherished land and open space for the benefit of current and future generations.

07/03/2026

Summer 2026 Conservation Currents Newsletter
In celebration of summer and our ongoing conservation efforts, please enjoy the Summer Conservancy Currents, including:

Annual Meeting: Save the Date - Annual Members' Meeting Saturday, July 25
The Trail Less Traveled
Conservancy Board Notes (a program, a policy, a battle, and more)
Land Steward
The Edges are Fuzzy, by Bill Fischer

Enjoy this holiday weekend, and please RSVP soon to attend the Members' Meeting.

https://elrose.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Summer-2026-Conservancy-Currents.pdf

06/17/2026

E.L.Rose Conservancy Annual Meeting, Saturday July 25, 2026
The Board of Directors of the E.L. Rose Conservancy invites its members to attend
its annual business meeting on Saturday, July 25th at 11:00 a.m. This year we return
to the Williams Pavilion at Salt Springs Park, off Silver Creek Road just north of
Franklin Forks. Please arrive between 10:30 and 11:00 for social time with other
members and a complimentary brunch of bagels, fruit, yogurt and coffee. The event
begins with an educational presentation on hemlock wooly adelgid and emerald ash
borer, with updates on the establishment of biocontrol predator species that could
help save our hemlock trees and give ash a future in the region. The speaker is
Conservation Specialist Kristi Sullivan from Cornell University. Following her
presentation, E.L. Rose members will be asked to remain for the annual meeting.
The Conservancy depends on its dues-paying members, not only for financial
support but for appointing Board members, electing officers and voting on other key
issues. The annual meeting is an opportunity to learn how your dues are being spent
and to help shape the future direction of the organization. The brunch is a thank-you
offering to members and guests for their interest and participation.
All E.L. Rose members are invited, along with family and accompanying guests.
This year we are pleased to include Susquehanna County Forest Land Owners
Association (SCFLOA) members. To help us plan meals and seating arrangements,
please fill out and return the form below and return it NLT Monday, July 20th.
Directions: The entrance to Salt Springs Park is on Silver Creek Road about one
mile from State Route 29 in Franklin Township. From the park entrance, pass two
white farmhouses, turn right into the parking lot between the second farmhouse and
the barn, cross the lot, and bear left under the shade trees towards the Williams
Pavilion. To minimize congestion, please continue past the pavilion and park in the
grass along the campsite access road.
-------------------------------------- RSVP Form ---------------------------------------
Please send completed form to E.L. Rose Conservancy, P.O. Box 8, Montrose, PA
18801; or email same information to [email protected] no later than Monday, 7/20.
E.L. Rose or SCFLOA Member Name __________________________________
Number of attendees on July 25th: Members (either org.) ________
Non-members ________
Total attendees: ________

05/11/2026

Spring brings new life and hope. This nature video from the High Point Preserve and Silver Lake brings clips of the transition to Spring in the physical environment and in the behaviors of local wildlife.
The winter ice does not leave the lake suddenly. There are changes to colors and movements with the wind. What you might see as a cold and lifeless ice sheet, has movement and energy.
The star of this video is a local bald eagle, who caught a large bullhead fish and decided to have lunch next to a trail camera on a fallen tree.
Recently a bright, caring young person, on seeing the eagle, said "That's my Grandpa watching for us".
We celebrate the 100th birthday of David Attenborough; his words on connection speak with wisdom.
Youtube link:
https://youtu.be/NJ3gjwwHyws?si=GAXdJhNMxD8P9ig5

05/02/2026

This Saturday's Bird Walk is scheduled for Saturday, May 16th, at 8 AM. Due to the cold Spring, quite a few species have not returned yet.

Spring Bird Walk, Woodbourne Forest Preserve, Saturday, May 16th, 8 AM
This walk, that welcomes both Beginners and Experienced birders, will be held along the Baker Road that is located on the back side of the Woodbourne Preserve. Directions: Going south on Rt 29 take a left at the blinker light in Dimock, onto the road to Brooklyn. Drive about a mile and take the first left onto Baker Road. You will see our cars parked along the beginning of that road. We will drive along the Baker Road, stopping at 6 sites that offer a wide variety of habitats, where nesting and migrant birds have been recently observed.
For more info, contact Joyce Stone, at [email protected]. This walk is offered by the Edward L. Rose Conservancy, at no charge."

04/23/2026

🌎✨ Happy Earth Day! ✨🌿

Quick fun fact: some of the coolest places on Earth are conservancy lands—areas protected by people who basically said, “Hmm… maybe let’s keep this forest instead of turning it into a parking lot.” 😄

These lands help protect wildlife, plants, and all the behind-the-scenes nature magic that keeps our planet running. Think of it as Earth’s way of putting up a “Please do not disturb” sign 🌳🦋

So on Earth Day and everyday, give nature a little love—plant something, pick up trash, donate, or just enjoy the outdoors.

Special thanks to Rebecca Caudrillier, a life long supporter, for this post and for reminding us that everyday is Earth Day.

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+15702789500

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https://www.elrose.org/

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