The Sycamore Land Trust has hired a new executive director to guide the organization in land protection, habitat restoration and environmental education throughout Southern Indiana.  Alex Stienkiewicz began work in January, 2026 and has an extensive career in conservation service, wildlife habitat management, and public land stewardship.  He holds a Ph.D. in Forestry from the University of Montana and a Juris Doctor from the University of Montana Law School, and a Master's of Public Administration in Natural Resource Management and Environmental Policy from the University of Washington. You can read more about his experience, goals, and vision here.