Ithaca’s Emerald Necklace: Celebrating 20 Years of Conservation Around Southern Cayuga Lake
Help us celebrate and save more land across the region!
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Land Trust Acquires 15th Addition to Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve
The new parcel features wetlands adjacent to the Cayuga Inlet, a natural kettle pond, and steep forested hillsides.
A Shoreline Addition to Nundawao/Great Hill on Canandaigua Lake
Please support the acquisition of this shoreline addition to the Great Hill Preserve.
Employment Opportunity: Conservation Coordinator
This position supports both the land protection and land stewardship departments.
Employment Opportunity: Land Conservation Specialist
The Land Conservation Specialist assists with the development and implementation of land protection policies and goals, landowner outreach, and general support of the conservation program.
A Closer Look at Clubmosses: Tiny Giants
These delicate little plants, often resembling conifer seedlings, are entirely covered by tiny leaves, just like their giant ancestors were.
The Living Land: Monthly News for July 2026
A new chance to protect Keuka Lake’s Bluff Point, conservation in the Skaneateles Lake watershed, and summer events
Keuka Lake Bluff Point Land Protection Project
Help the Land Trust protect scenic Keuka Lake!
Conservation Project Advances Protection of Skaneateles Lake and Drinking Water Supply for Syracuse
The FLLT protected 90 acres at Eastmere Farms along East Lake Road and Pork Street in the town of Skaneateles.
Video: New Universally Accessible Trail & Expanded Boardwalk at the Park Preserve in Tompkins County
See the new improvements at the Roy H. Park Preserve.
The Living Land: Monthly News for June 2026
Forest Protection in the Emerald Necklace, Hiking Challenge, Free Events, and More
Finger Lakes Land Trust to Apply for Accreditation Renewal
Public comment period now open.
Land Trust and NYS DEC Announce Projects to Protect Ithaca’s Water Supply
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Finger Lakes Land Trust protected two parcels totaling 33 acres to protect water quality and help safeguard public drinking water sources for the City of Ithaca.
A Forest Gem on Newfield’s Irish Hill: Help Save This Land in the Emerald Necklace!
The FLLT has launched a $500,000 fundraising campaign to acquire the property and establish a nature preserve open to everyone!
A Closer Look: Brook Trout
As a flick and a flash, as an image of connected and broken lines, and as an indicator of ecosystem health, brook trout are a living reflection of clean, cold, life-giving water.
The Living Land: Monthly News for May 2026
New Universally Accessible Trail, Spring Gear, Emerald Necklace Anniversary, and Much More!
Finger Lakes Land Trust Celebrates First Universally Accessible Trail at the Roy H. Park Preserve in Tompkins County
The new features include two scenic overlooks, trail extensions with gentler grades, boardwalk modifications, accessible parking spots, and more.
Get Your Land Trust Gear! Visit Our Web Store for Shirts, Hoodies, and More!
Show your conservation spirit and inspire others to save more lands and waters in our beautiful region!
Emerald Necklace Hiking Challenge: Earn Your Patch on the Finger Lakes Trail!
FLLT President Andy Zepp will repeat a trek he first completed 20 years ago. You can too!
The Living Land: Monthly News for April 2026
Neighbors Protect Taughannock Creek, the Campaign for Kashong Glen, Land Trust Open House, and More Events
