Sonoma Land Trust welcomes new program director to expand its
“on-the-land” offerings for the public
SANTA ROSA, CALIF., April 19, 2011
Sheri Lubin has been hired to serve as Sonoma Land Trust’s director of public programs and education. This new position was created to lead the organization’s efforts to connect more adults and children with the land, foster an appreciation for the scenic landscapes and biodiversity of Sonoma County, and expand the Land Trust’s volunteer network and relationships with local conservation organizations and businesses.
Lubin possesses more than 15 years experience in land stewardship, wildlife biology and environmental education. Prior to joining the Land Trust, she worked as a biologist and project manager at NASA Ames in the South Bay where she managed native plant restoration projects and was presented with NASA Ames’ 2009 Sustainability Award. Before that, Lubin worked as the stewardship program director for Acterra, a Palo Alto environmental organization where she directed its Young Earth Stewards program and habitat restoration activities on the Pearson-Arastradero Preserve.
“Sheri has taught literally thousands of students, teachers and community volunteers throughout the Bay Area to be good stewards of the land,” said Ralph Benson, executive director of the Sonoma Land Trust. “We are excited about this new direction for Sonoma Land Trust and look forward to getting more people out to enjoy our spectacular properties.”
"I am excited to have the opportunity to teach people of all ages about the wonderfully diverse ecology of Sonoma County,” said Lubin. “Connecting people to some of the most beautiful land in California through hikes, habitat restoration and tours is the most rewarding job I can think of having.”
Lubin holds a master’s degree in conservation biology from San Jose State University and a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies and ethnobotany from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. She is a new resident of Santa Rosa.
About the Sonoma Land Trust
Currently celebrating its 35th year, the Sonoma Land Trust has protected more than 26,000 acres of scenic, natural, agricultural and open land in and around Sonoma County for future generations. For more information about the Sonoma Land Trust, please visit www.sonomalandtrust.org.
CONTACT:
Sheri Cardo
Director of Communications
(707) 526-6930, ext. 111
