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Save the Environment of Moorestown was founded in 1972 as a grassroots organization with a mission to preserve, protect, and enhance the natural environment of Moorestown for today and for future generations.
STEM’s work over the years to address local environmental issues such as water and air pollution, solid waste disposal & recycling also includes helping to preserve and protect Moorestown’s open spaces. Its Natural Area Care program helps to maintain these sites on an ongoing basis. We are always looking for new members. |
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STEM Honors Esther & Steve Yanai
November, 2020 STEM is happy to report that a commemorative bench has recently been installed at the Esther Yanai Preserve. The bench honors Steve and Esther Yanai, the two individuals most responsible for making the preserve the great open space that it is today. Esther was tireless in her efforts to preserve the property, and through Steve’s generosity we have a parking lot that makes the preserve far more accessible.
The installation of the bench completes a major effort to enhance the trails through improved marking and maintenance. Additionally, two sets of bridges were installed over the swale and creek that cut through the property. Thanks to Justin Nikolic who built and installed two bridges as his Eagle Scout Project, and the Youth Group of the First United Methodist Church of Moorestown who built and installed the second set of bridges as a service project. In addition to being functional, both sets of bridges look amazing! If you haven’t been to Esther Yanai Preserve recently, I invite you to visit, walk the trail and take a few minutes to enjoy the view from the new bench. Mark Pensiero President, STEM |
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Remembering Debbie Lord
September, 2020 It is with a heavy heart that STEM reports the passing of Debbie Lord, a former long - term STEM and Steering Committee member. Formerly of Moorestown, Deb has recently resided in Maine with her beloved husband Craig. Deb was a gifted naturalist. Her knowledge of the natural world was incredibly broad. She was a trained scientist with degrees in both geology and hydrology. When you took a walk with Deb, you were bound to learn something new! Deb could talk about the material that made up the trail that you were walking on, the stream you were walking along, the birds that were signing in the trees, the frogs croaking in the wetlands, and the bugs that were buzzing around your head. The list could go on and on. Deb was also a gifted educator. She liked nothing better than to have her hip waders on while dragging a net through the waters of her beloved Pompeston Creek, and then showing a group of wide eyed children (and adults) the critters that she had scooped up. Deb taught countless young people about the mystery and majesty of the natural world. In addition to her work with STEM, Deb was also involved with the Pompeston Creek Watershed Association and the Palmyra Cove Nature Center. Before moving to Maine, Deb also taught science at Moorestown Friends School. I was also blessed to call Debbie a friend for over 40 years. We had many wonderful walks and trips together. Over the years we walked the wilds of Pompeston Creek, waded through the sands of the NJ Pine Barrens, watched Eagles harass Ospreys at Black Water National Wildlife Refuge, camped on the beach at Assateague National Wildlife Refuge, and crashed through the brush of her beloved Maine. As I write this I am filled with great sadness, a sadness that is somewhat softened by the blessing that she was in my life and the lives of so many others. Mark Pensiero STEM President |
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Donate to Help Purchase a Bench Honoring Debbie Lord
At Wednesday’s STEM Steering Committee Meeting, the Steering Committee voted unanimously to purchase a bench in memory of Deb Lord, who recently passed. Deb was a long term STEM Steering Member, an educator and a gifted naturalist. The bench will be placed along Pompeston Creek within Pompeston Creek Park.
As a long-term member of the Pompeston Creek Water Association, Deb spent countless hours monitoring the water quality of the creek. She also loved teaching young people about the importance of clean water and it’s impact on the many creatures and plants that call the creek home.
If you would like to make a donation for the purchase of a bench honoring Deb and her commitment to the local environment, please send a check to:
STEM
PO Box 704
Moorestown, NJ 08057
Please indicate that the donation is for the bench so that we can notify the Lord family of your donation.
Thank you for your consideration.
Mark Pensiero
President, STEM
At Wednesday’s STEM Steering Committee Meeting, the Steering Committee voted unanimously to purchase a bench in memory of Deb Lord, who recently passed. Deb was a long term STEM Steering Member, an educator and a gifted naturalist. The bench will be placed along Pompeston Creek within Pompeston Creek Park.
As a long-term member of the Pompeston Creek Water Association, Deb spent countless hours monitoring the water quality of the creek. She also loved teaching young people about the importance of clean water and it’s impact on the many creatures and plants that call the creek home.
If you would like to make a donation for the purchase of a bench honoring Deb and her commitment to the local environment, please send a check to:
STEM
PO Box 704
Moorestown, NJ 08057
Please indicate that the donation is for the bench so that we can notify the Lord family of your donation.
Thank you for your consideration.
Mark Pensiero
President, STEM
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