Shepherdstown Land Trust Conserves 31 Acres for Future Generations
Land Trust of the Eastern Panhandle secures easement near Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Herald-Mail Media | Tuesday, February 18, 2025
The Land Trust of the Eastern Panhandle has secured a permanent conservation easement on 31 acres near Shepherdstown, donated by Keith Janssen. This land, which has been in the Janssen family since 1969, includes forested areas that recharge groundwater and is part of the headwater for Teague Run. This conservation initiative adds to over 7,600 acres already protected in the region, emphasizing the community's commitment to preserving natural spaces for future generations, as reported by Herald-Mail Media.