In 2002, when the
new trail system of Braemore Preserve was opened to the public, the
Conservation Commission voted to name the open ledge at the southeast corner of
the preserve “Reid’s View” in honor of both Dennis and Reggie Reid. It is the
Land Stewardship Committee’s intention to pursue official designation of that
spot on future versions of U.S. Geographic Survey maps.
On Nov. 1, a
memorial plaque dedication ceremony took place at the preserve to honor the
memory of Dennis Reid.
“Mr. Reid’s
long-standing concern for protecting this open space helped set the wheels in
motion for its purchase with combined town and state funds in the year 2000,
and its official designation as a nature preserve,” said Bill Johnson, member
of the Land Stewardship Committee.
“From the heights on
either side of this valley, one can glimpse Long Island Sound, which reminds us
of Dennis Reid’s service as town dockmaster in Guilford for many years. Also one can see a
wide swath of Guilford’s
unspoiled hills, fields, and forests, on behalf of which Dennis worked during
his years of service on the Conservation Commission,” added Johnson. “Those of
us who served with him appreciated his enthusiasm, practical wisdom, and sense
of humor, as well as the spirit of friendship and generosity he brought to our
community. He has inspired others by this example.”
-Fay Abrahamsson
Pictured: Bill
Johnson of the Land Stewardship Committee and Regina Reid, widow of Dennis
Reid, at the Nov. 1 dedication ceremony at Braemore Preserve.
Photo courtesy of
Bill Johnson