History

Our story begins in 1809 when Dr. Robert Rose purchased 100,000 acres that later became a large part

of Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. Over the years much of this and passed out of family holdings,

but a portion was preserved by a descendant, Edward L Rose, who was committed to maintaining the rural

character of the area. In 1987, over 300 acres of that original estate in Silver Lake Township were sold to a

group of citizens pledged to continue his tradition of concern for land protection. The Edward L. Rose Con-

servancy was formed to protect that land, preserve natural habitat andincrease public awareness through

research and outreach programs.

Become a Member

Our members receive invitations to all events and educational programs, access to all of the trails and

facilities, a voice in the affairs of the organization and an opportunity to volunteer in contributing to their

community. Basic membership is only $50 per year. Go to elrose.org to join in support of local conservation

efforts.

Your membership and donations help support research, easement monitoring, land protection, and

educational programs. Your gifts of land and conservation easements help to conserve water, land, wildlife,

and rural beauty for futuregenerations.

Join us today: www.elrose.org

Come enjoy a walk in the woods at the Woodburne Forest Preserve

Edward L. RoseLand Conservancy

Serving NortheastPennsylvania and the Southern Tier of New York State

Our Preserves

The Conservancy owns and manages four preserves in Susquehanna County, the Woodburne Forest Pre-

serve and the Greenwood Sanctuary in Dimock Township and the High Point Preserve and Longford Lake

property in Silver Lake Township. The 7 miles of trails at the Woodburne Forest are fully open to the public.

Protecting land, it’s what we do!

Tax Benefits

Over a thousand acres of forests, fields, wetlands, streams and pond resources are protected within the

boundaries of these properties. All preserve trails are open to members year-round and to the public during

The Edward L. Rose Conservancy permanently protects over 2,000 acres of land by working with land

owners through land donations or conservation easements.

Conservation Easement

A conservation easement may confer significant tax benefits to the donor, including income taxes, estate taxes,

and property taxes. We can assist you in finding the most appropriate land protection strategy for you while

financially benefiting you and your family for years to come.

Nature programs are presented at the Woodburne Pavilion along with guided hikes through the old growth

forest areas and wetlands.

A conservation easement is a powerful, legal tool for land protection. It is a voluntary agreement that limits

development on all or a portion of property for conservation or agricultural purposes while keeping

the property in the landowner’s ownership and control. Every easement is unique and tailored to a

particular property and to the goals of the landowner and the conservation organization. The

easement remains with the land, and applies to both present and future owners.

You can help!

The Edward L. Rose Conservancy is supported through annual membership dues, bequests, gifts of land and

other donations. All memberships and gifts qualify as tax deductible charitable contributions.

To become a member, visit our website:    www.elrose.org