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The Yeaman family, together with the Board of Directors and staff of the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, cordially invite you to attend a Celebration of Life honoring Barbara Yeaman on Saturday, June 21 from 11am-1pm at the Conservancy’s Van Scott Nature Reserve.

The day will include a dedication ceremony for Barbara’s Bench, located along the Butterfly Trail in the wildflower meadow overlooking the Reserve. Family and friends will offer remarks in celebration of Barbara’s long life of service and the legacy of her dedication to our treasured Delaware Highlands.

A reception with light refreshments will follow in the covered pavilion. Guests are welcome to share memories of Barbara during this time.

Please RSVP to Samantha Mango, Samantha@DelawareHighlands.org or by phone at 570-226-3164 ext. 9.

The Van Scott Nature Reserve is located at 571 Perkins Pond Rd, Beach Lake, PA, 18405. Contributions in Barbara’s memory may be made to the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at the address above or online, and will support the Barbara Yeaman Fund for Land Conservation.

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April 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, the Conservancy shares the message below from the Yeaman family:

“We are sad to report the passing on April 6 of our mother and Delaware Highlands Conservancy founder Barbara Yeaman. We know she especially treasured her full and engaged life on the banks of the Delaware River and her wide circle of friends and fellow naturalists. Barbara accomplished much in her 100 years; as we plan the celebration of her life we will be in touch with further information.”
– Suzanne, Bill, and the Yeaman Family

Here is a selection of wonderful articles and interviews that highlight her inspiring journey and lasting impact.

Founder’s Message – A note written by Barbara Yeaman about her decision to create the Delaware Highlands Conservancy

A Beloved Heroine Turns 100 – by Sandy Long, The River Reporter

Giving Thanks to Barbara Yeaman, Local Land Conservancy Pioneer – WJFF Radio Catskill interview with Barbara

Protecting the Highlands – a video interview with Barbara (YouTube)

Goodbye, Buttercup – by Sandy Long, The River Reporter