Crebilly Farm moves closer to preservation
Crebilly Farm in Westtown.
Natural Lands announced today that the owners of Crebilly Farm have signed an agreement of sale that opens a path for the permanent protection of the property. The iconic property in Westtown Township, Chester County, has been at risk of development.
“We are very grateful to the Robinson family for their willingness to take this important step towards conservation of such...
Chester County Agricultural Land Preservation Board announces funding opportunities
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Agricultural Land Preservation Board is accepting applications for two competitive programs funded by the Chester County Commissioners – the Commonwealth/County Program and the Chester County Challenge Grant Program. To date over 520 farms totaling more than 41,000 acres have been preserved in Chester County through these programs.
Both programs offer funds to...
Open space: the battle to preserve the King Ranch
Author to sign book about ranch history and aftermath, ‘Catalyst for Conservation’ Sunday
David Shields, a co-author of the book 'Catalyst for Conservation' will speak about the book project and sign copies at Brandywine River Museum Sunday.
Many of the scenic vistas revered by residents in the Unionville area owe their existence to a herd of well-traveled steers and a group of...
