There’s nothing quite like the serenity of Sloan Gorge for Land Steward Sarah M. She enjoys heading out to the preserve with her dog for a peaceful hike with only the sounds of nature to interrupt her thoughts. Even as she’s inspecting the trail for possible hazards, she’s soaking up the environment.

Sarah’s been a resident of the eastern Catskills area for six years, and she’s an admirer of the many large and small preserves in the area. Whether she’s enjoying a part of the Catskill Forest Preserve or our own Sloan Gorge, she’s appreciative of the time she can spend surrounded by the sights and sounds.

Sarah admits spring is her favorite time of year, but fall and winter are special times at Sloan Gorge. Have you ever seen the icicles hanging off the rocks? They are stunning!

We appreciate Sarah’s commitment to stewardship and are thrilled to honor her as Volunteer of the Month.