More resources for outdoor exploration are in kids’ hands this year, with families spending more quality time together in the outdoors. So far, seven libraries…
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In the southern region of the Tug Hill, there’s a growing sense of purpose and excitement. You might assume that the woodlands, meadows, and streams…
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Did you know that kids spend more time on their phones and electronic devices than ever before? According to a study by the nonprofit research…
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An unexpected special place helps save threatened and endangered bats If you were driving down Route 11, you might be hard-pressed to know that you…
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According to the American Chestnut Foundation, nearly four billion American chestnut trees once flourished in the eastern U.S. Sadly, in the early part of the…
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When was the last time you visited a school with an outdoor, nature-based, classroom? Nationwide, educators and conservation organizations are partnering up to create natural…
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This past winter, the Lewis County Board of Legislators took the first step necessary to become certified as a Climate Smart Community, by adopting a…
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When Sam* looks out the window, he’s not thinking about math, biology, or history. “Some days are bad days for him, but coming here to…
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You would have thought that social distancing, and wearing masks, would bring our land trust’s trail work to a halt. Not so. Tug Hill folks…
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2020 was a good year for wildlife conservation, as the Staying Connected Initiative took several strides forward in its work to conserve lands and waters…
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