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The Living Land: Monthly News for November 2017

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Photo: Bill Hecht

An Extraordinary Chance to Save Owasco Lake Shoreline:  We Need You Now!

The Land Trust has the opportunity to create a new conservation area on Owasco Lake. Over 1,100 feet of undeveloped, pristine shoreline will be protected with the purchase of 74 acres on the eastern shore.  We are raising money to purchase the property, open it to the public, and steward the land forever.  Please support the project.

Photo: Vinnie Collins

Photo: Vinnie Collins

Conservation Milestone:  Over 20,000 Acres Protected Permanently With Your Help!

Thanks to our members, volunteers, landowners, and local communities, the Land Trust achieved a major milestone this year—over 20,000 acres of our beautiful region are now permanently protected. See the numbers.

Photo: Brian Maley

Photo: Brian Maley

Read About Our New Outdoor Recreation Web Site in Life in the Finger Lakes Magazine

Our new website “gofingerlakes.org” is featured in the most recent issue of Life in the Finger Lakes magazine. Learn more about this free guide to the best hikes, bikes, paddles and outdoor adventures in the region. Go Finger Lakes! Read the article.

Photo: Lee Edgcomb

Photo: Lee Edgcomb

FLLT Executive Director Andy Zepp Quoted in Associated Press Article on Toxic Algae

As outbreaks plague our waterways, toxic algae has become a nationwide concern. The Associated Press published a comprehensive article detailing this complex problem, with a quote by our Executive Director. Learn more.

Photo: Dan Elswit

Photo: Dan Elswit

Planned Giving:  Join the White Pine Society and Let Your Legacy Conserve the Finger Lakes

Imagine your legacy helping to conserve the lands and waters of the Finger Lakes region. Learn more about planned giving options such as bequests, charitable trusts, and other assets. More info.

Photo: Bill Hecht

Photo: Bill Hecht

Owasco Conservation Info Session on Wed, November 29:  Please Join Us (Auburn, NY)

Join us on Wednesday, November 29 at 7:00 p.m. in Auburn to learn more about the Land Trust’s Owasco Lakeshore Protection Project. Executive Director Andy Zepp will discuss the Land Trust’s plans with plenty of time for questions. More info.

Video of the Month

Presenting an extraordinary chance to save pristine shoreline on Owasco Lake by creating a new public conservation area that protects wildlife habitat and water quality.  See the short video and map at fllt.org/owasco.  The Land Trust is raising money to purchase the property, open it the public, and steward the land forever!  Help save this open space with your donation today.  Please type “Owasco Project” in the comments field.

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