Feeling overwhelmed by all the different packaging materials that arrive with your deliveries? You’re not alone. Navigating what can and can’t be recycled can be confusing. Here’s a … more

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced that online renewals for the 2025 Empire Pass are now available through March 31, 2025. By renewing online, … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 4 is seeking volunteers to participate in DEC’s Winter Raptor Survey. The survey is designed to identify habitats used by … more

The annual Christmas Bird Count, begun in 1900, is the oldest and one of the largest citizen science projects in the Western Hemisphere. This will be our local Audubon Chapter’s 56th year of … more

The bright red berries of this thorny shrub are especially striking this time of year, after the leaves have fallen from the surrounding trees. Once established, this invasive plant can quickly take … more

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is reminding snowmobilers to prioritize safety while enjoying the state’s 10,500 miles of snowmobile trails. … more

As many give thanks with family and friends this November, be thankful for our environment, too, by taking actions to protect and preserve our natural resources. Help by reducing wasted food, … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the start of the DEC annual Arbor Day Poster contest. Each year, DEC’s Urban and Community Forestry Program … more

Mulch your leaves in place. Shred your leaves with a lawnmower and leave them on your lawn. It’s faster and easier than raking or leaf blowing and adds nutrients to the soil.   Add … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the state’s most popular big game hunting season began Saturday, Nov. 16, and continues through Dec. 8. With an … more

Drowning in junk mail? We’ve got you covered, here’s how to manage it effectively: Recycle Right • Remove any magnets or plastic cards.   • Shred or blackout … more

The local chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club has planned monthly outings and meetings for December.   Call the hike leader listed - Diane Aaronson at 607-432-9391 or Linda Pearce at … more