Delaware Nature Society

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Creating a Natural Legacy...the story of two families

- 8.5" x 11" booklet
- 20 pp.
- Delaware Nature Society, 2002
- $3.00

The stories told here involve the families of Robert & Lucile Flint and Crawford & Margaretta Greenewalt--who loved the land near Wilmington, DE. on which they lived. They took great pleasure in the natural world they experienced each day. Learning about the plants and animals they encountered, the families came to realize their lands had significant ecological value. As more land in the region was stripped of its natural features, the ecological and aesthetic values of forests and fields increased.

Over time, the monetary value of land also increased dramatically creating severe economic challenges for heirs receiving land. Therefore, it became desirable to transfer land from each family estate before the death of the surviving spouse. Yet, as is true for most land holdings, each story is unique. The families' approaches to the problem and the solutions they achieved are quite distinct. We hope these stories will prompt owners of land containing natural areas and/or stream corridors to consider the multitude of options available for preserving their properties.

Following the narratives are some tips to consider for the land decisions that you may face, a summary of preservation techniques, and additional resources for land planning.

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