Conservation and restoration efforts at the East Schiehallion reserve were led by a dedicated team of John Muir Trust staff, often supported by community partners and volunteers.
The primary staff roles involved included:
Tom Corke: East Schiehallion Mountain Woodland Project Manager. He oversees the long-term restoration of native mountain woodland and natural regeneration projects. (No longer Employed)
Liz Auty: Property Manager for East Schiehallion. She is responsible for the overall management of the property and its integration into the Heart of Scotland Forest Partnership. (No longer Employed)
Izzy Filor: Conservation Officer for East Schiehallion. She focuses on practical land-based roles and habitat conservation. (No longer Employed)
Sandy Maxwell: Conservation Manager who has historically coordinated volunteer work parties and conservation activities at both East Schiehallion and Glenlude. (No longer Employed)
David Fleetwood: Director of Land and Policy. He provides high-level strategic oversight for the restoration of rare tree species and natural processes.
Mike Daniels: Head of Policy and Land Management. He is involved in broader land stewardship and rewilding schemes across the Trust's properties.
Project Focus Areas:
Mountain Woodland Restoration: Targeted planting and natural regeneration to re-establish a natural treeline.
Herbivore Management: Using strategic fencing and deer control to reduce grazing pressure and allow habitats to heal.
Path Maintenance: Ongoing repair and sustainable realignment of mountain paths to prevent landscape scarring.