Afoot in the Field (Vol 17, Issue 1)
In this issue: Resources and Tools for Landowners
All the News
Every post from the FLLT newsdesk, including stories, features, reports, publications, and blogs. You can also get our free email newsletter.
Good News from a Year of Working Together!
A look back at major conservation successes of 2025. Thank you for your contributions and hard work!
Conservation Easements Protect 280 Acres of Family Land in the Keuka Lake Watershed
The scenic properties contain open fields, steep forested hillsides, unnamed tributaries that flow into Keuka Lake, and host a section of the Finger Lakes Trail system.
We Met the Challenge!
Thank you! You helped us raise $100,000!
Finger Lakes Land Trust Surpasses Milestone of 35,000 Acres Conserved
This accomplishment represents over three decades of long-term, consensus-based strategies.
The Living Land: Monthly News for December 2025
Emerald Necklace Grows with New Addition, Over 500 Trees Planted in Cayuga Lake Watershed, and Gift Memberships
Forest Acquisition Adds to Ithaca’s Emerald Necklace
The mostly wooded property borders Yellow Barn State Forest.
Finger Lakes Land Trust Surpasses 35,000 Acres Conserved Forever!
Announcing major conservation milestones!
Land Trust Plants Over 500 Native Trees and Shrubs in Cayuga Lake Watershed
The plantings will help reduce stormwater flows and erosion while filtering pollutants.
Land Trust Applauds Governor and Attorney General for Reaching Agreement to Improve Conservation Programs
This effort identifies steps to improve the land acquisition process.
Double Your Impact With Our $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge!
Please give today so that we can protect more land and help ensure the future of our lakes.
The Living Land: Monthly News for October 2025
Conservation Wins in Keuka, Skaneateles, and Cayuga Lake Watersheds!
Partnership Protects Over 3,000 Feet Along Fall Creek in Cayuga Lake Watershed
The property contains 26.5 acres of wetlands in the town of Summerhill, Cayuga County.
Land Trust Protects Over 100 Acres in Skaneateles Lake Watershed
The property contains forested land, a working farm, and 3,000 feet of frontage on Bear Swamp Creek.
A Closer Look: Monarch Butterflies
There is a well-established consensus among monarch scientists about a real and alarming decline over the past three decades.
FLLT Annual Report (2024-2025)
Now in our 36th year, we have protected over 34,000 acres across the region.
Finger Lakes Land Trust Opens New Nature Preserve on Keuka Lake’s Bluff Point
Waldershare Acres features two short intersecting loop trails totaling 0.6 miles, which guide visitors through a mature hardwood forest.
The Living Land: Monthly News for September 2025
Double Your Impact, Emerald Necklace Addition, Skaneateles Conservation Area Report, and More!
Hemlock to High Tor Information Sessions
A series of free public events to learn more about the Land Trust’s conservation plans in the western Finger Lakes
Conservation Easement Protects Over 200 Acres in Cortland County
The property spans the divide between two major central New York watersheds.
