plant this not that

As you kick back in the lawn chair this weekend with a cold drink in hand to admire your gardening work, take a hard look and what you’ve got growing. It’s important to know what flowers will negatively affect our garden and the environment. It’s even more...

invasive fish

Round Goby The round goby was introduced by ballast water in the 1990’s from Eurasia. These fish breed in massive numbers, out-competing many native fish for food and nesting sites. Have you ever reeled in a bait-less hook? Round gobies are also known to steal bait...

yellow iris & mute swan

Did you know that these species, known for their beauty, are harming the environment and economy? Yellow Flag Iris Deceivingly delicate and welcoming in appearance, the yellow flag was introduced to the U.S in the 1700’s as a form of erosion control....

invasive species 101

Invasive Species are species that are not originally from the area that cause either environmental and/or economic damage.  Enjoy and share this and upcoming articles and info-graphics! Saratoga County is, unfortunately, home to invasive species such as the zebra...

re-accreditation notice

                The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission conducts an extensive review...