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Can a backpack save the day?

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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Carl Heilman

It’s all about the trees

New forest conservation program announced There’s good news for New York’s forests. The New York Department of Environmental Conservation and the New York office of…

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protecting critical habitat

Critical habitat is protected thanks to a team effort

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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Joshua Eaves

Four Quick Facts About Conservation Easements

Are you interested in exploring if land conservation might be right for you, or for someone you know? Here are some quick facts that might…

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Jen Harvill

Waterfalls added to the Tug Hill Recreation Guide

The best way to experience one of the most remote parts of New York State continues to be in the trails, forests, and riverbeds of…

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Gift Enhances New Public Conservation Area

Pure Water for Life helps THTLT take a giant step forward

The importance of having accessible open spaces for recreation, physical and mental health and connecting and learning about nature has become very apparent during these…

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Jenny Spencer

Celebrating “Local”

The Tug Hill 10 Challenge

Fun alert! People from all walks of life have joined the Tug Hill 10 Challenge. That means they’ve documented their trips in our region while…

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M. Pistolese

An Amazing Gift

The natural world can be a place of peace, health and inspiration

“For kids, the natural world can be a place of peace, health and inspiration—and can launch a lifetime passion for conservation.” – Richard Law, “Last…

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winter snowmobile trail heading into the sunset
Kaiden Steria

Hey, Thanks!

Local businesses and community members are making amazing things happen

Businesses, both large and small, as well as community members who care about Tug Hill, continue to play a pivotal role in helping to ensure…

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Photo by Barbara Morris
Barbara Morris

2021 Tug Hill Calendar Published

A product Tug Hill residents look forward to every year! The beautiful full color 12×9 calendar featuring photos taken in Tug Hill is now available…

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