FingerLakesLandTrust

What are vernal pools and why do they matter? Watch FLLT President Andy Zepp explain why vernal pools are critical to our wetland restoration work in the #fingerlakes #upstatenewyork

Woodchuck or Swimchuck? Groundhog or Lakehog? #fingerlakes #flx #wildlife

Volunteer with our Trailblazers in the Finger Lakes of NY! Sign up at fllt.org/volunteer! #fingerlakes #conservation #getoutdoors

🌈 The @FLLandTrust and the Village of Aurora announced the future creation of a new park featuring 1,100 feet of scenic frontage on Cayuga Lake. 🌎 See the story: fllt.org/extraordinary-… 🌳 Photo by Chris Ray #conservation #cayugalake #auroranewyork

This mama's work is never done! #MothersDay #mamafox #fingerlakes

What better way to celebrate #EarthDay than announcing exciting Blueways & Greenways Projects!🌎💙💚 @CEJRyanMcMahon joined District 6 Legislator Julie Abbott, students from Marcellus High School, Village of Marcellus Mayor Chad Clark and members of @FLLandTrust to announce the Marcellus Gateway Project and Shotwell Brook Conservation Project in Skaneateles. These initiatives focus on revitalizing our blue and green spaces which are one of five components in the county's comprehensive plan, @PlanOnondaga. In total, the county is investing almost $450K between both projects. Additionally, $200K in Blueways & Greenways funds has been allocated to assist the Otisco Lake Preservation Association with the removal of invasive aquatic species in Otisco Lake. 🌊🌳

@OnondagaCounty @CEJRyanMcMahon Thank you for supporting these important initiatives!

🌳 Good news for fans of James Kennedy State Forest! The Land Trust acquired 108 wooded acres in Cortland County, bordered on all sides by the state forest and acting as a buffer to the Finger Lakes Trail. 🦆 Read the story: fllt.org/land-gift-ensu… 📷 Chris Ray

🌼 Mondays aren’t so bad when you are greeted by flowers on your way to work! #springtimeisthebesttime

Today might not feel like spring in the Finger Lakes, so here are some crocuses to brighten your day! 🌸 #march

🌏 A welcome blue hue today! 📷 Cayuga Lake by Chris Ray #springiscoming

Join us for a Spring Wildlife Tracking Walk on Sat., March 29 at 1:00 pm at our Summerland Farm Preserve in Caroline, Tompkins Co! Our region is home to many types of animals and you can see evidence of their behavior if you take a closer look. Details at fllt.org/events

💚 The @FLLandTrust web store is open! Shop for shirts, hats, hoodies, and more. Show your spirit in new cuts and colors, and inspire others to save more lands and waters in our beautiful region! 🌞 Visit: fllt.org/get-your-land-… 🌲 Photo by Chris Ray

🌲 Good news! The @FLLandTrust purchased 218 acres adjacent to Bear Swamp State Forest in Cayuga Co. The property features 755 feet of frontage on Bear Swamp Creek, the largest tributary to Skaneateles Lake. 📰 See the story: fllt.org/land-acquisiti… 🌌 Photo by Bill Hecht

Happy Valentine's Day! SHARE if you 💚 the Finger Lakes!

🌲 Our stewardship team is outside throughout the winter, performing various nature preserve management activities. Even on the coldest days, there is beauty to be found in long shadows, animal tracks, and stands of eastern hemlocks. 🌎 fllt.org/map 📷 Blake Enos

🌄 Join us for an online presentation on Wednesday, March 12 at 7:30 PM. FLLT President Andy Zepp will discuss our current projects, initiatives, and conservation challenges. 🌎 Learn more and register: fllt.org/events 📷 Photo by Chris Ray

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❄ Five things we 💚 about winter: 1. Quite, peaceful forests 2. Cross-country skiing 3. No bugs 4. No bugs 5. No bugs Find a forest near you at fllt.org/map Photo: Blake Enos #fingerlakes #conservation 1m

Despite the frigid temps, it's still a beautiful place we have here. 💚 Photo from the shore of Cayuga Lake in Seneca County by Chris Ray #fingerlakes #flx #winter2025