NORWAY — The Western Foothills Land Trust (WFLT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Korey Morgan as its new Executive Director, effective June 3.
A native of Greenwood, Morgan returns to his roots in western Maine after nearly a decade working in conservation and public communications at the national level. Most recently, he served as a lead communicator for the U.S. Forest Service in Washington, D.C., where he worked to connect Americans to their public lands and shape national conservation messaging. He is also a former Presidential Management Fellow and a Fulbright grantee to South Korea.
“I’m all in on this work and this community,” said Morgan. “I grew up exploring the woods between Norway and Bethel, fishing in the ponds off Greenwood Road, and developing a deep and lifelong connection to this landscape. Now, I have nine nieces and nephews and a son of my own whose futures are tied to this community. The work we do today isn’t just about land; it’s about future generations. It’s about making sure their lives, and the lives of thousands of kids like them, are filled with vibrant, healthy places to explore, grow, and belong.”
Morgan brings not only a passion for place, but also a strong background in leadership, public affairs, and collaborative engagement. He will lead WFLT’s efforts to conserve and steward the region’s working forests, farmlands, trails, and waters, while deepening the organization’s connection to local communities across Oxford County and beyond.
“Western Maine is changing, and we’re at a pivotal moment,” Morgan added. “Now more than ever, we need to come together to make thoughtful decisions about the land and legacy we want to leave behind. The Land Trust has been doing that work for decades, and I’m honored to help carry that mission forward.”
WFLT’s Board of Directors expressed confidence in Morgan’s leadership and vision.
“Korey brings a unique blend of deep local roots and broad professional experience,” said Carl Costanzi, Board Chair of WFLT. “He understands what makes this region special—and how to protect it for the long haul. We’re thrilled to welcome him home.”
The Western Foothills Land Trust is a nonprofit conservation organization based in Norway, Maine. Founded in 1987, WFLT is dedicated to protecting the most important forests, farms, waters, and trails of western Maine for the benefit of current and future generations. Through land conservation, stewardship, and community engagement, the Trust works to sustain the region’s ecological integrity, rural character, and access to the outdoors. WFLT currently manages over 9,000 acres of conserved land and more than 40 miles of public recreational trails across Oxford County.
For more information, visit www.wfltmaine.org or contact [email protected]