Lenny Bernstein

I knew Lenny when we were both members Live Strong cancer group. He was such an intense charge of good humor and sharp intellect. We shared very little time but I'll never forget him.

I was so saddened to learn of Lenny's passing. I so enjoyed attending his classes and lectures at the College for Seniors. He had a real appreciation for all the really important things in life and was a true Renaissance man.

My thoughts are with his family and friends.

Kate Beatty

Lenny left the world a much better place. We will miss his sage advice on how best to protect the Appalachian Trail experience and its resources.

Bill and Sharon, Franklin, NC
aka Dayglo and Bluebird

I hiked many miles with Lenny at Appalachian Trail Conservancy events, spent countless hours with him at ATC committee meeting, and shared his passion for Appalachian Trail. I will miss our discussions and arguments but most of all I will miss his friendship. The trail community has lost a great champion

Lenny, was a great person, only got to meet him a few times and hiked with him once. So sorry he has pass.

Lenny was a wonderful and caring man - giving his all to his pursuits and causes and people he held dear. He was a strong supporter of college education and to his alma mater - University of Florida (UF). Decades of UF students will have changed lives due to his and Danny's generosity.

Jennifer Curtis, former Department Chair of Chemical Engineering at UF
Dean, College of Engineering, UC Davis

Danny, and all of Lenny's Family - please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. I got to know Lenny through his work as an Appalachian National Scenic Trail manager -- spending countless hours and boundless energy "behind the scenes" in meetings and calls and discussions (some of the unglamorous management work that didnt involve being on the Trail he loved so much and worked so tirelessly for). And a few special times, we actually got to hike...

I first met Lenny on a hike at an A.T. Regional meeting. It was a delight to walk and talk with him, a very intelligent and personable man. I was always happy to see him again at A.T. gatherings and am shocked and saddened at his sudden loss. He contributed much to the Trail community.

I met Lenny in writing class, where I learned to listen attentively to his thoughtful comments and impressive displays of a wide range of expertise. I shall remember him most for his energy, his passion for the planet, and his great good humor.
I shall miss him.