CAS Eternal
by Allison Vaughn
CAS lost three longtime leaders and members in recent months. These three powerhouses were not only exceptional birders but incredible leaders who guided the organization to be a strong force in Columbia.
Bonnie Heidy served as a Board Secretary and a longtime Board of Director. Her son, Eric Woods, ias an exceptional legacy of Bonnie’s and remains very active in CAS. If you haven’t been birding with him, you’re missing out. He and his mom traveled everywhere in search of birds and the natural world.
Alice Reese served as Vice President for a long time. Alice tended an incredible native plant yard in the West Ash Neighborhood in Central Columbia. I would often drive down her street to arrive home a few blocks away just to see what was blooming and what birds were at her front yard feeders.
Howard Hinkel led the society as President during the tumultuous times of the Scott’s Branch Trail discussions, finally working with the City to provide an easement for the bike trail at CANS.
Keep their families in your thoughts this Christmas. We remain grateful for their friendship and years of service.