Our History
Hemlock Farms Conservancy was conceptualized in 2009 by a group of HFCA staff and community members. These individuals sought to bring environmental education and conservation to the greater Pike County, PA area. Their efforts resulted in an active volunteer group that works hard to conserve and sustain the beloved forested ecosystem to this day.
Hemlock Farms Conservancy is a section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
Our Mission
As stewards of the close relationship between people and the environment, Hemlock Farms Conservancy seeks to conserve, protect, and sustain our forested natural resources. We accomplish this through education, funding, and support of projects in Hemlock Farms and the greater Pike County area.
Trustees
Kelly Stagen - President
Kelly Elizabeth Stagen is a mixed media artist, author, and educator—better known to Hemlock Farms residents as “Miss Kelly.” She is recognized on a local, state, and national level for her conservation leadership and advocacy.
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Carol Comando - Vice President
Carol Comando's passion for all things outdoors came from her Girl Scout Leader experience beginning in 1969. The portion of the Girl Scout Law “I will do my best…to help where I am needed” spoke, and continues to speak, to her conscience. She continues to work to preserve and protect the natural world through her volunteer work with many organizations.
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Ashley LaCorte - Treasurer
Ashley LaCorte is a full-time Hemlock resident and mother of two. She works in corporate accounting and is dedicated to conserving the natural environment for people today and generations to come.
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Rita Spitzer - Secretary
Rita Spitzer is a lifelong educator whose vocation is also her avocation. By creating educational programs that relate to conservation, she helps to foster a learning environment to further our community's commitment to nature.
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David Kellerman
David, a retired educator, is a long time leader in HFCA. He brings his expertise and wisdom to the Conservancy table and to quote David “Trying to find the right balance to allow us to roll forward.”
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John Wormuth - Chief Operating Officer
From an early age, John Wormuth has exhibited a love of all outdoor activities. John spent most of his time involved in outdoor sporting activities including playing football in his college days at the University of Maine. He now still spends most of his free time outdoors; mountain biking, hiking, skiing, and snowboarding all over the Northeast.
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