Former Westchester Land Trust President Kara Hartigan Whelan to join the organization as Vice President of Conservation alongside forestry scientist Dr. Nicole Rogers as Director of Land Management
BOSTON, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) today announced the appointment of two key conservation leaders to its executive and stewardship teams: Kara Hartigan Whelan as Vice President of Conservation and Dr. Nicole Rogers as Director of Land Management. The additions advance AMC's longstanding commitment to fostering outdoor access, expanding regional conservation impact, and responsibly stewarding its lands.
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