2019 Conservation Heroes

These individuals are being recognized for their exceptional contributions toward conserving land and stewarding preserved lands in Saratoga County. We invite you to join us at Wm. H. Buckley Farm for a community gathering and celebration of conservation. 2019...

meet two farms and two chefs

Denison Farm Denison Farm is committed to organic agriculture and is “Certified Naturally Grown.” The 164-acre Schaghticoke, NY farm is comprised of rich bottomland, wooded ridges, pasture, hayfields, marshes, and streams. The farm has a 21-year history of organic...

hot summer reads

We’re sort of nature nerds here at PLAN so we couldn’t help but share our favorite environmental reads.  There’s something here for everyone: kids, adventurers, romantics, researchers and more. These reads can either be bought through local...

nys invasive species week recap

In case you missed it, this week was NYS Invasive Species Week.  So we decided to share some of the local nuisances. Click below to learn more about some of the invasive fish, flowers and other species in your backyard. Zebra Mussels and Water Chestnuts Yellow Flag...

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....