It didn’t take long for Alec Plasker to settle in to Woodstock or to find volunteering opportunities with WLC. While Alec has only been a Woodstocker for fewer than two years, he’s firmly rooted in the community and at our preserves.

You may spot Alec at Israel Wittman Sanctuary working to remove stiltgrass, assisting with maintenance at Zena Cornfield or marveling at the Rock Oak Preserve trail he helped to construct. Regardless of where you spot Alec, you’ll find a dedicated volunteer who always seems to have a smile for everyone. Asking him to pick a favorite preserve doesn’t seem fair, but he is quite keen on Rock Oak Preserve’s rock cut. Alec is a nature enthusiast who equally enjoys quiet moments by a river or intense battles with invasive species. If he’s outdoors, he’s smiling.

Thank you, Alec, for your shared love of our favorite places and your diligent work to help us protect them. We’re pleased you are our Volunteer of the Month for December.