Currents
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n each issue of Naturally Kiawah, my article is an
expression of how I feel about our organization,
its accomplishments, and our struggles. This issue
is no different. But this time it is really personal.
Our small organization is turning 20! I feel like the mother
that has watched her child grow to a healthy, happy, and
financially stable young adult. I have seen the growing pains
of reaching this milestone.
During this time, we have preserved hundreds of acres of
pristine land, developed a robust strategic plan, created the
most beautiful educational materials (including this award-
winning magazine!), and received Land Trust accreditation.
Most recently, the Kiawah Conservancy has been asked
to present our educational nature documentaries in three
international wildlife film festivals: one in New York, one in
North Carolina, and one in the Bahamas.
Through these exciting years, we have taken photographs
of our events, conducted educational field trips, and
sponsored extensive research. It has been an honor to work
with so many dedicated, intelligent, creative, and giving
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