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Preserving Farmland & Fostering Future Generations

The Stanko Family Legacy

Jim and Marnie Stanko’s journey began in different parts of New York—Jim grew up on Long Island, while Marnie was raised in Waverly, NY. They met at SUNY Stony Brook in 1973, married in 1976,…

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Jeannine Eckel

Birds Excite & Inspire

Bird Quest • May 19-23

For over 20 years, the Tug Hill Bird Quest has allowed people of all ages throughout the region to experience…

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Aerial View of Campground in February
Jesse Irwin

Capture the Beauty of Tug Hill

Calling All Nature Photographers

We are accepting photographs highlighting the many landscapes, wildlife, activities, and people of the Tug Hill region for our annual…

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A New Gem in Tug Hill’s Conservation Efforts

Keller Mohawk Hill Public Conservation Area

In 2021, the Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust, in partnership with Ducks Unlimited, successfully acquired 77 acres of restored grassland…

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Hiker on towpath trail at Pixley Falls
Carolyn Whitfield

Make Great Memories Exploring Tug Hill This Winter

Connect and have fun with family and friends outdoors Nov 1 – Apr 15 by taking on the Tug Hill…

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Kathleen Roberts

A Lasting Gift for Tug Hill’s Future

Introducing the Legacy Challenge 2025-2026

Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust is thrilled to introduce the Legacy Challenge 2025-2026, a unique opportunity for our supporters to…

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A great blue heron with wings stretched out
Dave Jabot

Winter Offers Unique Outdoor Experiences

We know that grasslands and wetlands are busy places in the summertime, but what about winter? While many birds migrate…

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Terra Sullivan
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Protecting & Keeping Farmland Productive

Protecting & Keeping Farmland Productive

Conserving farmland brings significant benefits to our community by strengthening the farm-to-market pipeline with a steady supply of fresh local…

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Angela Turin Bartelotte

Forest conservation is a top priority

NYS Bond Act Funds

On Nov. 8, 2022, New Yorkers overwhelmingly approved the $4.2 billion Environmental Bond Act. State agencies, local governments, and partners…

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Joshua Eaves

Did you know?

The loss of 2,800 NY farms is more than tragic

The loss of 2,800 NY farms is tragic not only for the farming families and communities in which those farms…

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