Strong Commitment to Public Trust and Conservation Excellence Lake Placid Land Conservancy announced it has been awarded accredited status, a significant honor in land conservation. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, granted this notable achievement after an intensive review of the Lake Placid Land Conservancy’s programs and activities, [...]
Stakeholder Notification and Public Notice: Lake Placid Land Conservancy applies for accreditation and seeks public comment April 15, 2020 Lake Placid Land Conservancy is pleased to announce it is applying for accreditation. The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. A [...]
We are committed to conserving land and water in Lake Placid and the Ausable and Saranac River watersheds, but we can't do so without your help. Your support today helps us protect beautiful, unique spaces in your community for generations to come. And until March 31, 2019, you can double your impact. Your new or [...]
Leave the Leaves to Promote Wildlife and Soil Health It's that time of year. Leaves and snowflakes are falling and for many gardeners, you're likely finishing "putting our garden to bed." This yearly process traditionally consists of pulling up annual plants, cutting back perennials, and raking and disposing of the leaves on our lawn. While the [...]
LPLC Hires New Executive Director LAKE PLACID, NY --- The Lake Placid Land Conservancy (LPLC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Kerry Crowningshield to Executive Director. She will be working with LPLC’s Board of Directors to increase the land trust’s capacity and expand its education, outreach, and land conservation efforts in the Lake [...]
Going Native; Planting your Yard to Stop Extinctions by Pat Garber There has been much interest in recent years in growing native plants in our yards, and I have been a big believer. Natives require less fertilizer, pesticides and watering and are good for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. It was only recently, however, that [...]
Lake Placid Land Conservancy Awarded $26,000 Grant for Public Access Improvements at the Three Sisters Preserve in Wilmington LAKE PLACID, NY --- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Land Trust Alliance announced the award of a $26,000 New York State Conservation Partnership Program (NYSCPP) Transaction Grant to the Lake Placid [...]
Get Growing with the Adirondack Pollinator Project - Pollinator plant sale underway To flower lovers’ delight, the Adirondack Pollinator Project is holding an online Pollinator Plant Sale this spring. All flowers are local to the Adirondacks and were selected for their ability to attract pollinators, like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The plants are being carefully [...]