About the Presentation: Learn about the benefits of establishing a National Heritage Area in the St Croix River Watershed. National Heritage Areas are a grassroots, community-driven approach to heritage conservation and economic development. Through public-private partnerships, NHA entities support historic preservation, natural resource conservation, recreation, heritage tourism, and educational projects. Leveraging funds and long-term support for projects, NHA partnerships foster pride of place and an enduring stewardship ethic.
About the Speaker: Gayle Prest is on the Board of Directors of a small non profit "North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area" Her career was in urban planning with a focus on sustainability.
She grew up in the Stillwater area and is now retired, living with her husband in Franconia Township near Taylors Falls MN. She enjoys paddling, gardening, hiking and volunteering.