As president of the Southern Shenandoah Valley Chapter, it is my pleasure to honor Lavern Beachy with our 2025 Hawksbill Award.
A few years ago, we met Lavern on a hike and he quickly became a dedicated member of our chapter. A farmer by trade, much of Lavern’s life is involved in keeping up with his crops and livestock. Volunteering to work on Brown Mountain trail in the south district of Shenandoah National Park and White Oak Draft Trail and Shenandoah Mountain Trail in the North River District, Lavern has donated much of his free time helping with trail maintenance. Known for his enthusiasm for exploring, members love participating in a hike led by Lavern as it usually involves a new area of adventure. He is welcoming and friendly, which makes everyone glad when Lavern joins us for an outing.
It is thanks to Lavern and members like him that SSVC remains an active and interesting part of the community.
A few years ago, we met Lavern on a hike and he quickly became a dedicated member of our chapter. A farmer by trade, much of Lavern’s life is involved in keeping up with his crops and livestock. Volunteering to work on Brown Mountain trail in the south district of Shenandoah National Park and White Oak Draft Trail and Shenandoah Mountain Trail in the North River District, Lavern has donated much of his free time helping with trail maintenance. Known for his enthusiasm for exploring, members love participating in a hike led by Lavern as it usually involves a new area of adventure. He is welcoming and friendly, which makes everyone glad when Lavern joins us for an outing.
It is thanks to Lavern and members like him that SSVC remains an active and interesting part of the community.
