Author Archives: putnamcounty
Sep
Elected to the board during the 2015 annual meeting were Joe Harrison, Bill Roll, and James Joy. Two additional board members – David Chau and Sarita Chau – were recruited after the selection process and annual meeting were completed, so per our by-laws join the board for a one-year term. The new board members are: […]
Sep
The Putnam County Land Trust, in conjunction with its conservation partners Westchester Land Trust (WLT) and Friends of the Great Swamp (FrOGS), is proud to announce the permanent protection of five preserves totaling more than 150 acres in Putnam County. This is the second time in as many years that these organizations have worked together […]
Jul
On Sunday, July 12 2015, PCLT, along with five other conservation organizations, will co-host a neighborhood gathering to discuss topics facing local landowners in the Great Swamp Watershed. Participants will be invited to engage in dialogue with neighbors and conservation professionals about a variety of topics including invasive species management, local water quality, and bird […]
May
The Free to Speak Self Advocacy Group at PARC has been a wonderful help to PCLT at our Lindera Loop Trail. On May 29th they are having a Summer Songs Concert fundraiser for their organization. Help those who help PCLT!
May
The Putnam County Land Trust is seeking individuals who support the concept of open space and the preservation of our natural resources to serve on its Board of Trustees. In addition to attending eight board meetings throughout the year, candidates need to be able to effectively serve on at least one board committee in order […]
Apr
Well, spring has finally sprung (my daffodils are actually blooming!) and we have some exciting volunteer opportunities to announce. On May 9th we will be having a trail clean up and maintenance work party from 9:30 to noon at Field Farmstead. Field Farmstead is located off of Field’s Lane about ¼ of a mile south […]
Apr
Brewster, NY — Blue Bells are the blue flowers that carpet the forest floor in spring – taking advantage of the fact that the trees are still leafless and sunlight still reaches the forest floor. Their color reminds us how glorious Spring can be, especially after the Winter we just experienced! To celebrate, the Putnam County […]
Apr
Brewster, NY — The Putnam County Land Trust is pleased to announce this year’s honorees, to be celebrated at their upcoming 46th Anniversary Benefit Dinner & Auction on April 18th. Robert Gentile of Camp Herrlich will be receiving the 2015 Blue Heron Award. The Free to Speak Self Advocacy Group of PARC will be receiving […]
Feb
Presentation by the Putnam County Land Trust, Friend of the Great Swamp and the Patterson Historical Society. Explore Ice Pond Conservation Area, owned by the Putnam County Land Trust. Learn about the pond’s unique geological features, the wealth of plant & animal life that it supports, its historic importance, recreational opportunities, and the conservation efforts […]