earth day 2020

Earth Day rings the annual alarm that re-awakens people and new generations to join in the fight for the health of the earth.  This 50th Anniversary of Earth Day will be honored virtually in this year of the pandemic rather than through mass gatherings, group...

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...

Opt Out (side) With Saratoga PLAN

This week, Saratoga PLAN wants you to skip the mall traffic, long checkout lines, and compulsive buy-aisles, and instead, opt to spend your time outside at one of Saratoga PLAN’s preserves and trails. Exercise, fresh air, and a day exploring a new field or forest with...