After serving for over 23 years on the TILT Board of Trustees, Jeff Burt gracefully stepped down this August. Jeff has an ability to always provide sound and insightful knowledge in all aspects of life. He was a long-term member of the organization's Easement & Property Acquisition Committee where he helped to conserve thousands of acres of land over the years. During his time, he was instrumental in guiding the Land Trust's ability to leverage grant funding through private foundations. This impact continues to be seen today with the generous support of TILT’s environmental education programs.

Jeff played a leadership role in helping make TILT’s Otter Creek Preserve & Nature Trail and the Rivergate Trail Community Connection Project possible. His devotion to conservation is personified as a conservation easement landowner.

His contribution as a Trustee was above and beyond. Jeff’s assuring smile and wit will be missed on the Board but we know that we will still get to see this River Rat from time to time. On behalf of the Board of Trustees and Staff, we extend our deepest gratitude for his service as a Board member and more so his positive impact on the Thousand Islands.