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Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) accepted a conservation easement on Mrs. Jacqueline Ohrstrom’s Toad Hall on Magnolia Avenue at the end of 2015. The property, on 3.48 acres, sits prominently in Aiken’s historic horse district. “ALC is absolutely thrilled that Mrs. Ohrstrom decided to place a conservation easement on her property. Toad Hall is an important fixture in Aiken history, as well as an important part of the horse district,” said Larry Comegys, ALC President. “We applaud her foresight to preserve an important piece of Aiken and we hope this serves as a catalyst for others in the horse district to do the same.”

ConservationChronicleAiken Land Conservancy Newsletter Winter/Spring 2016

Prestigious Toad Hall Protected Under Conservation Easement

Welcome to the Winter/Spring edition of the Conservation Chronicle. I would like to thank everyone who attended Clays for Conservation on January 17th. This was the third year for the event and I am proud to say it grows every year! Clays for Conservation is now one of our signature fundraisers that will be on the ALC calendar each year. The Palmetto Shooting Club is the perfect place to hold our event. The facility is outstanding and large enough to allow us to grow our attendance over the years. The staff and instructors are very knowledgeable and friendly, providing a great experience for both beginners and experienced shooters. We are already planning for next year, so mark your calendar for Sunday, January 15, 2017. Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) added a very important easement to our portfolio at the end of the year (see cover story). Preserving Toad Hall is an important statement for the historic horse district and we hope that others will see the benefit and follow suit. This property represents the character of Aiken, which is well worth protecting. I recently attended a meeting of the South Carolina Land Trust Network. All South Carolina land trusts get together twice a year for an educational session to share best practices, network and learn more about each other and the conservation industry nationwide. It is always beneficial to attend the meetings and I really enjoy catching up with my conservation friends. It’s a great time to share what we’ve all been working on, celebrate our accomplishments and ask for suggestions and best practices for projects we are working on. I encourage you to renew your membership with us, and invite your family and friends interested in land conservation to join us also. A strong membership base is the key for the ALC to succeed in protecting the land and character of Aiken County.

The mission of Aiken Land Conservancy is to preserve natural and historic resources through land conservation.

Executive Director’sReportKatie Roth

Board of Trustees

Executive BoardLarry Comegys, PresidentHolly Houghton, Vice PresidentLydia Rose, TreasurerMargaret Shealy, SecretaryFrampton Toole, Director at Large

Board of DirectorsWilkins ByrdThomas ColemanLisa DardenLinda DonovanMeg FergusonKirk HenckelsNancy H. HenzeLinda Prior Hunley Joanna Dunn Samson Benjamin Steen Smith

Honorary Trustees O. Dantzler Busbee IILee Dane Iris FreemanRosamond McDuffie

Advisory Council James CunninghamCharles FlifletEric GrandeElizabeth Carey GregoryBeth HarphamBrandon HeitkampMike HosangSusan KleinbubLouise LeguizamonHughes McGloneCherie Moritz SpenceJ. Summers PendarvisCharles RicePaul RideoutHarry ShealyAllen StruthersTammy ThatcherBennett TuckerRick Wilson

StaffKatie Roth, Executive Director Janet DePrince, Administrator

Aiken Land Conservancy, Inc.PO Box 3096, Aiken, SC 29802855.252.5263 [email protected]

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Just days before Christmas, Congress gave land conservation an incredible gift. The enhanced Federal Tax Incentives For Conservation Easement Donations were renewed and made permanent. The significance of this legislative action cannot be overstated. The enhanced incentives had expired in 2014 and always were subject to annual review and approval. No other charitable donation now receives the generous tax benefits available to conservation easements, underscoring the unique importance that Congress gives to land conservation. Here are the specifics:

• The annual maximum tax deduction for a conservation easement donation is raised to 50% from 30% of annual income. • The carry forward period for the tax deduction is extended to 15 years from 5 years. • Farmers and ranchers can deduct up to 100% of their annual income. • The incentives are retroactive to January 1, 2015. Our mission is to protect “natural and historic places”. The enhanced tax incentives provide a powerful tool to encourage property owners to “get off the fence” and act now to place their property under conservation easement. Our strategic plan targets areas of critical lands for protection within Aiken County that include the Savannah River Basin, the 302 equestrian corridor, and all productive agricultural land. Two other target areas, Aiken’s Historic Horse District and the Edisto River watershed, are particularly vulnerable and at most immediate risk. The Edisto River is the longest free flowing black water river in North America. It runs for 300 unobstructed miles from the South Carolina Midlands to the Low Country and the Atlantic Ocean. Its life-giving, nutrient-rich water makes it a highly productive and important place, and one of the most beautiful. It is threatened by unsustainable levels of water withdrawal for agricultural irrigation. Aiken Land Conservancy has one important area of Edisto River frontage under conservation easement and is actively working with other organizations and property owners to secure more. Aiken’s Historic Horse District is like no other urban area in the country. Along with the adjoining Hitchcock Woods, it helps define the unique qualities of the city of Aiken. Together they also define the role and importance of land conservation for Aiken County in protecting our special quality of life. With the addition of Jacqueline Ohrstrom’s Toad Hall, six Horse District properties are now protected by conservation easement. However, there is much more to do to assure this area is protected for future generations. For example, of the six large polo and racing properties in the district, including the Aiken Training Track, only one is protected. Winthrop Field, the smallest of the six with 12 acres, is owned by the Aiken Land Conservancy. Conservation minded residents raised the money to prevent its development as single family houses. The other five, ranging from 35 to 77 acres, could also be subject to some level of subdivision and future development. We are committed to increasing the number of protected Horse District properties. We are fortunate to have the significant tax benefits for property owners as a key tool to convince them to protect their property for future generations. Of course, tax benefits aren’t the only tool for land conservation. Others include selling development rights or donating land for conservation purposes. Please keep all of this in mind for your own conservation and estate planning, and remind others who own or control important properties. Together we can protect Aiken’s “natural and historic places”.

President’sReportLarry Comegys


Ohrstrom purchased Toad Hall in 2003 and was intrigued by the parcel of land adjacent to her property. At one time, both parcels made up the original, larger property. This included the carriage house of Lulworth Lodge. Circa 1929, it was designed by renowned architect Willis Irvin. The home and barns had been converted into a bed and breakfast that had fallen into disrepair. Ohstrom was persistent in her dream to get the property back to its original state and through much effort, she was able to acquire the adjacent parcel. It was very important to Ohrstrom to put the two pieces of property back together as they were in the beginning. “So many of these precious properties have been divided over the years and I am proud to put this one back to the way it was,” says Ohrstrom. Ohrstrom was recognized by the Historic Aiken Foundation with the 2014 Stewardship Award for her restoration efforts of Toad Hall, formerly know as the Lulworth Lodge Carriage House. She renovated the barns to refurbish the stables to their formal glory, making this the first time horses have resided in the stalls in over 60 years. The two-story structure will be restored to trainer’s quarters. “ALC is proud to have Toad Hall in our portfolio of conserved land,” said Comegys. “Mrs. Ohrstrom should be congratulated on her vision to preserve Toad Hall. She is an important part of Aiken, not only for her conservation efforts, but also her contributions to the equestrian world.” Ohrstrom is the owner of Demonstrative, voted an Eclipse Award as champion steeplechase horse for 2014. He has been inducted into the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame.

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ALC Welcomes New Board MemberWe are pleased to welcome Lisa Darden to the ALC Board of Trustees. After serving several years on the ALC Advisory Council, Lisa was nominated to the Board at the end of 2015. A commercial pilot and avid horsewoman, she received a B.S. from the University of Kentucky in Animal Science. She was a founding board member of North Country Animal League, an animal rescue and adoption organization in Morrisville, Vermont, and served as their volunteer Operations Manager from 2000-2003. Lisa also has an interest in land preservation and clean, environmentally safe energy.

For Lisa Darden, conservation begins at home. She has created spaces that

remain wild such as these oyster mushrooms found in her front yard.

Lisa Darden


“ I am so grateful that Toad Hall will now be protected in perpetuity. The property was too important to me not to take action to make sure it stays as it is today. I hope to encourage others in the horse district to place conservation easements on their property so together we can preserve the true character of Aiken.”

Mrs. Jacqueline Ohrstrom, Owner of Toad Hall


Third Annual Clays for Conservation A Huge SuccessOn Sunday, January 17th, over 140 participants gathered for the third annual Clays for Conservation. The new Palmetto Shooting Complex was a spectacular venue, providing attendees with a state of the art sporting clays experience. Attendees started the morning with hot coffee and homemade muffins, courtesy of Ridgecrest Coffee Bar. After a safety talk, a large group of beginners received professional instruction while those more experienced took golf carts out on to the cross country sporting clays course. “This year, we introduced a Juniors division, “ said Katie Roth, Executive Director. “We had 15 juniors this year and look forward to growing this division in the future.” After a brisk morning of sporting clays, attendees gathered for a delicious BBQ lunch from Park Row Market No. 1, prizes and a silent auction, all while supporting the ALC’s mission to preserve Aiken’s special places through land conservation.

Top Left Photo: Congratulations to Sharer Dale, awarded Best Beginner and Don Houck, awarded Best Adult.




“The Palmetto Shooting Complex is an outstanding facility and all of our attendees really enjoyed the day,” said Larry Comegys, President. “This event is a great way to showcase the importance of sporting lands and our mission to protect valuable open space. We look forward to returning here next January.”

Special thanks to:Holley Heating and Air, Aiken Dry Goods, Gilliam & Assoc, Ted and Biz Carey Gregory, David and Nancy Hathaway, Kirk Henckels and Fernanda Kellogg, Joanna Dunn Samson, Meg Ferguson, Linda Donovan, Nancy H. Henze, Holly Houghton, Michael and Marie McFadden, Lydia Rose, Palmetto Shooting Complex, Ridgecrest Coffee Bar, Park Row Market, Shelly Marshall Schmidt and Nick Bridges.

And our silent auctions donors: Aiken Dry Goods, Kenny Ray Personal Fitness, Edgefield Clay Studio, Aiken Yoga, Bennett Tucker, Thomas Coleman, Palmetto Shooting Complex, Cabela’s, Carolina Moon Distillery, Louise Leguizamon, Malia’s, Folly, and Bone-i-fide Bakery.

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Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) would like to thank Ridgecrest Coffee Bar for providing breakfast at our Clays for Conservation event for the past two years. Hot coffee and homemade muffins were the perfect start to a chilly morning when we gathered at the Palmetto Shooting Complex. Owner Melanie Bortmas shares our love for conservation and we appreciate her getting up early to bake for us and serve coffee and muffins during the event. Ridgecrest opened in 2013 and has become a hot spot in Aiken. Located at the intersection of Pine Log Road and Highway 302, they offer muffins, scones, panini sandwiches, salads, smoothies and of course coffee. They have a drive-thru large enough to accommodate horse trailers, plus there is ample seating inside and free wi-fi. Ridgecrest is open seven days at week from 5:00 am until 5:00 pm. They are also looking to open a second location at The Villages at Woodside. If you love coffee and conservation, please stop by and support Ridgecrest Coffee Bar (the lemon blueberry muffin is an ALC favorite). Visit them at: 2502 Wagener Road, Aiken, SC 29801 / 803-641-9000.

Business Spotlight:Ridgecrest Coffee Bar

Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) mourns the loss of Lisa Hosang. An Aiken native, Lisa was a prominent realtor, equestrian and philanthropist. “Lisa was a great supporter of Aiken,” said Larry, Comegys, ALC President. “She was a special lady passionate about the causes she believed in. ALC was fortunate to have her as a part of our organization for many years. She brought many assets to ALC including her strategic vision, willingness to establish strong relationships with landowners and her commitment to the organization. She will be dearly missed.” Lisa was very involved in ALC’s Land Acquisition committee and was instrumental in the 2006 Bella Vista conservation easement. As a realtor, she had many contacts with landowners and loved to share the ALC’s vision of preserving Aiken County. Lisa served as a member of the Board of Trustees for 10 years, then stayed involved with ALC on our Advisory Council. Lisa’s husband of over 36 years, Mike, is also a generous supporter of ALC, serving on the Advisory Council for many years.

January 6, 1953 - March 20, 2016In Memory of Elizabeth “Lisa” Chesser Hosang


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