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| | Two Properties Protected in Lake George and Putnam We are excited to announce two properties recently protected: 154 acres in Putnam, adjoining the Last Great Shoreline; and 150 acres in the Towns of Lake George and Warrensburg, adjoining New York State's Prospect Mountain. Together, these two properties include 1+ miles of stream corridors in two of Lake George's largest tributaries, and nearly 30 acres of wetlands, including a sphagnum bog. We thank the landowners of these properties for their commitment to protecting Lake George, and their partnership with the LGLC to make these conservation projects happen! You can read more about these projects in our latest newsletter - online and in mailboxes soon. **Note that the newsletter states these properties are under contract - in the short time between printing and today, we completed the purchases! Such is the nature of land transactions.** The conservation of these properties was made possible thanks to individual donations, a grant from The Nature Conservancy, and with loans from the LGLC’s Rowan Land Opportunity Fund, an internal resource that allows us to act quickly, when land is most vulnerable. We must pay back this Fund so that we can continue to protect the lands and waters of Lake George when they need us most. Donations are gratefully accepted to help with these and future projects: lglc.org/land-conservation/current-projects/. |
| INTRODUCING .... the Sucker Brook Preserve! To celebrate this special region of Lake George and the successful conservation work that is protecting it (including the most recent protection of 154 acres), we are merging the Gull Bay and Last Great Shoreline Preserves into one cohesive Sucker Brook Preserve! The full transformation (including new signage and trail maps) is expected to be completed this summer. |
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|  | Spring-Summer Newsletter Now Available Read the LGLC's latest newsletter, chock full of stories about the land, the water, and the people who make our work possible. This issue will be hitting mailboxes soon, but you can get the first look here! Help us keep in touch! Please contact us if you have a change of address, or to update your communication preferences (want to receive a paper copy vs. by email only). Email Helen or call 518-644-9673. |
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|  | Restoration Work Planned for Peggy's Point The Lake George Land Conservancy’s 2-acre park in Hague, Peggy’s Point, is about to undergo a major restoration of its shoreline and stream bank. These areas have experienced serious erosion over time, and most recently due to heavy storms. As a result, trees have fallen over, sediment is eroding into the stream and lake, and the shoreline is slowly washing away. The LGLC consulted with Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District to design a plan to stabilize the shoreline and stream with rock and native vegetation. The plantings, which will be installed by DeFranco Landscaping, will not only stabilize the soil through their root structure, but will also provide important flowers for pollinators. We anticipate that the work will be completed this spring or summer, and the park will be closed to visitors during this time due to safety concerns. Thank you in advance for your patience as this project is underway. |
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|  | 2021 Hike-A-Thon - Virtual Space Still Available! |
| The LGLC's 9th annual Hike-A-Thon's 20 guided sites are all full, but you can still register to participate virtually! If you wish to participate on your own, be sure to register and let us know where you're planning to be on July 5th! |
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| The Hike-A-Thon is a watershed-wide event that has included nearly 700 hikers, paddlers and volunteers in an organized morning of guided outdoor recreation. The simultaneous hikes and paddles culminate with aerial photography of each group by Carl Heilman, II, who will once again be flying in a helicopter donated and piloted by Bruce Mowery of North Country HeliFlite. We thank our partner sites for their participation this year: Silver Bay YMCA Conference and Family Retreat Center, Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center, and Wiawaka Center for Women. The Hike-A-Thon is a free public outreach event, made possible with the financial support of business sponsors and individuals who choose to donate with their registrations. Thank you! We are sincerely grateful for the support of the following sponsors for 2021: |
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|  | Spring into Events! We're building up a great lineup of educational and recreational events to get you back out on the trails and learning about our watershed and its history. Be sure to visit our website, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get updates and posts about events as more are added. Registration is required for most events - visit lglc.org for more information and to register. |
| | | | | June 30: Living Lands, Leave No Trace This year's Living Lands Series is launching with the Adirondack Mountain Club, providing a review of Leave No Trace principles. *Living Lands Series will be virtual again this year; registration is not required. Videos will go live at 5:30 PM on the event date. |
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| Seeking Sponsors for Amy's Race This year's Amy's Adventure Race for the Lake will be October 2, and sponsorships are now being accepted through August 14! Sponsors provide crucial funding for a professional, safe and fun trail race run. All additional funds raised for Amy’s Race go towards the LGLC’s Bolton Recreational Hub. Be a sponsor! |
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4905 Lake Shore Dr., PO Box 1250 | Bolton Landing, New York 12814
518-644-9673 | giving@lglc.org |
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