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Saratoga PLAN
Kayaderosseras Creek Preserve and Thomas Property are conserved
The Kayaderosseras Creek Preserve is donated to Saratoga PLAN by the Thomas family along with a conservation easement on adjacent land.
Bog Meadow
PLAN acquires additional acreage, expanding the popular Meadow Brook Preserve.
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Manning Cove is donated to Saratoga PLAN by John Witt of Witt Construction, Inc.
Manning Cove Preserve is the largest undeveloped property along Saratoga Lake in Saratoga County. Mr. Witt was excited about this opportunity to protect such a large pristine area in the Town of Malta, one of the fastest growing communities in Saratoga County. The project was made possible in part by a grant through the NYS Conservation Partnership Program, a collaborative grant program between the NYS Environmental Protection Fund and the Land Trust Alliance.
The Hudson River Preserve property is donated to Saratoga PLAN by Sandra Moll
The Hudson River Preserve property lies adjacent to Hudson River and Saratoga National Historic Park. It is thought that militia farmers crossed from the East through this property during the Revolutionary war. It may also be the former site of a recruiting office during the Revolutionary war
Saratoga PLAN aids in collaboration Zim Smith Trail
This 9-mile trail stretches south from Ballston Spa to the City of Mechanicville along the old D&H railroad bed. It then crosses under the Northway and over Route 9, extending southwest of Round Lake. There is also a spur trail which roughly follows the old Malta Trolley line.
Saratoga PLAN acquires conservation easement on the Larmon Property
This project protects important open space and habitat in the Fish Creek watershed and allows for the continuation of agricultural use of the land. It was supported by a grant from the Saratoga County Farmland and Open Space Program and funds from the Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club.
Saratoga PLAN purchases the Corbett Property from Kathleen Corbett and Joan Davis
This one-acre parcel in the Village of Victory along Fish Creek is considered of historical importance for its Revolutionary War fortification features. The project was made possible through a grant from the Saratoga County Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program, as well as individual donations.
Round Lake Preserve
Saratoga PLAN completes its most complex land project, acquiring 57 acres on the eastern shore of Round Lake. The Round Lake Preserve includes 57 acres of wetlands, forests and fields purchased by Saratoga PLAN and 35 acres of lakefront purchased by the Town of Malta. The preserve protects critical habitat in the Round Lake/Anthony Kill watershed, especially important since it located less than one mile from the Luther Forest Technology Park. The acquisition was made possible thanks to commitments from the Town of Malta, Saratoga County Farmland and Open Space Program, the New York State Environmental Protection Fund, and generous donations from individuals.
Saratoga PLAN establishes a conservation easement at Creekside Farm
This 81.96-acre farm grows vegetable crops, pastures a small cow herd, and creates silage and hay. Approximately 25 acres are rented for crop production. Also present are areas of woodland and over 5,000 feet of frontage along the Snook Kill, a tributary of the Hudson River. With the conservation easement, the property will continue to be used for agricultural purposes and wildlife habitat.
An easement is placed on Ten Spring Woods by Saratoga PLAN
Through a joint effort by the City of Saratoga Springs and Saratoga PLAN, a 15.28-acre parcel of land known as Ten Springs Woods is placed under easement. A portion of the popular Spring Run Trail crosses through Ten Spring Woods.