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The Central New York Land Trust
CONSERVATION IN CNY
The Central New York Land Trust seeks to preserve and protect natural areas in order to provide our communities clean water, clean air, wildlife habitat, and a chance to connect with the land.
We safeguard vital habitats, enhance water quality, and restore ecosystems, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the wonder of our local wildlife. We are committed to conservation.
DEFINING OUR IMPACT
AQUATIC CONNECTIVITY RESTORATION
We are working to ensure the safe passage of aquatic animals and water flow along vital streams and tributaries.
HABITAT RESTORATION INITIATIVES
We are working to restore and maintain habitats at many of our local conservation areas.
Great Swamp Conservancy, CNY Land Trust, Cornell Extension, Finger Lakes PRISM to Host Free Trail Survey Workshop Aug. 25th
Canastota, NY. The Great Swamp Conservancy and the Central New York Land Trust, two conservation nonprofits with a long history of saving land, are inviting the public to a free trail survey workshop on Tuesday, August 25th from noon to 2pm, at Great Swamp, 8375 N. Main Street, Canastota. The workshop is organized with two regional partners: Cornell Cooperative Extension Madison County and the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM). Participants will hike the trails, learn how to record invasive species with a mobile app, and gain new skills. People can register for free by filling out this short form.
“We are thrilled to offer this free program at our Great Swamp Conservancy,” says Rusty Patane, Director of the GSC. “Invasive species can be hard to identify, but they are becoming a bigger problem in our region. Workshops like this one can teach people how to track these plants and pests and be part of a larger statewide effort to be good caretakers of the land.”
“Outdoor workshops are a great way to connect people with nature,” says Patrick Lynch, Executive Director of the CNY Land Trust. “This is our second time partnering with the Finger Lakes PRISM for an invasives workshop this year. It’s a fun excuse to get out on the trails.”
“Here in Madison County, we’re lucky to have so many wetlands, parks, and trails to explore,” says Julie Poplaski, Environmental Educator at CCE Madison. “We’re excited to get more people out to the Great Swamp and learn how to contribute to a healthier local environment.”
About the Great Swamp Conservancy (GSC): The GSC fosters environmental, cultural and natural history education and conserves and manages natural resources in the Oneida Lake and Lake Ontario watersheds. Learn more at https://www.greatswampconservancy.org/
About the Central New York Land Trust: CNYLT protects natural areas and gives communities a chance to connect with the land. The Land Trust has protected 4,200 acres and 57 unique areas in Onondaga, Oswego, and Madison Counties. Learn more at www.cnylandtrust.org.
About the Finger Lakes PRISM: FL PRISM aims to reduce the introduction, spread, and impact of invasive species through education, detection, prevention, and control measures in 17 counties. In 2026, FL PRISM has trained more than 100 Trail Survey Program volunteers at 11 in-person workshops and virtual trainings. Learn more at www.fingerlakesinvasives.org.
Media Inquiries: Devon Dunbar at ddunbar@cnylandtrust.org or 315-575-8839
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