The Trust, governed by its own member-elected board, complements the responsibilities assigned to the POA and Club.

The POA/Club board focuses on the traditional elements of the “human settlement” such as wise fiscal management, good infrastructure and high quality amenities.

The Trust board focuses on the “nature elements,” protecting Spring Island’s natural setting and unique sense of place. This includes managing the 1,100 acres of nature preserves it owns, engaging members to protect Spring Island’s ecological and historical heritage and providing technical support to help the HRB and Stewardship Committee act as good environmental stewards.