Conservation Easement Helps Protect Water Quality Within Cayuga Lake Watershed
The easement protects a part of Taughannock Creek, a tributary to Cayuga Lake.
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Land Trust Dedicates New Hike/Bike Trail near Geneva and Seneca Lake
The newly improved path connects to the adjacent Cayuga-Seneca Canal Trail.
New “Go Finger Lakes” Web Site is Your Free Guide to the Finger Lakes Region
Discover the best locations in the region for outdoor recreation activities.
1 Mile of Finger Lakes Trail Conserved Through Land Trust Partnership
The land will be conveyed to New York State as an addition to Danby State Forest.
State Grants Provide Support for Conservation in the Finger Lakes
A total of $1.8 million in Conservation Partnership Program grants were awarded to 58 nonprofit land trusts across New York.
NY State’s Largest Wildlife Management Area Expands Through Partnership
Connecticut Hill is a popular destination for outdoor recreation and wildlife observation.
596 Acres of Canandaigua Farmland Conserved Forever
Funds for the project came from the state’s Farmland Protection Implementation Program.
29 Acres and a Piece of Skaneateles Lake History Conserved Forever
The property has been in Art Woldt’s family since 1920 .
Land Purchase Adds to Nature Preserve Featuring Cayuga Lake Shoreline
With this latest addition, the preserve now spans over 96 acres of diverse wildlife habitats.
470-Acre Ithaca Horse Farm Conserved Forever
The property is one of the largest remaining privately owned parcels within the town of Ithaca.
Governor Cuomo Releases 2016 Open Space Plan
The plan provides a blueprint for open space conservation in New York State.
Impact of Land Trusts Revealed in 2015 Census
The report shows that land trusts have conserved 56 million acres across America.
Land Trust Receives State Grant Funding to Protect Finger Lakes Farmland
Two of the Land Trust’s projects were selected for protection.
Partnership Advances Land Protection in Canandaigua Lake Watershed
Acquiring the land will expand recreational opportunities for the public.
Land Gift Results in New Nature Preserve on Chemung River
The property was once slated for residential development including more than 30 homes.
Recently Protected Property in Ontario County Includes Portion of Finger Lakes Trail
Over a half mile of the Finger Lakes Trail’s Bristol Hills Spur runs through the property.
Land Trust Expands Network of Conserved Land at South End of Canandaigua Lake
The property features meadows as well as a rugged gorge and hillside woodlands above State Route 21.
Third Easement Donation Ensures Character of Mark Twain’s Summer Home
The donation brings the total acreage of conserved land around Quarry Farm to more than 235 acres.
Land Trust to Dedicate New Tioga County Preserve
Join us for the formal dedication of the Logan Hill Nature Preserve!
Land Trust Marks the 10th Anniversary of the Emerald Necklace
Join the Land Trust to celebrate conservation in the Finger Lakes!
