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We help protect many wild places all over the country through Volunteer Stewardship Agreements. We are a nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization.

Adirondack Preserve,Catskills
Joined August 2015
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I am excited to announce I have signed the new volunteer stewardship agreement for Hudson River Recreation Area. 2023 will be 10 years as being the steward for this amazing place. HRRA means so much to me. I am looking forward continue protect this amazing place. -James
Everyone loves a good #campfire. But do you know the right way to put one out? Find out how ⤵️ #NationalCampfireDay
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October 3, 2021 Public Clean Up Event at the Hudson River Recreation Area. @NYSDEC @BasilSeggos #LakeLuzerne
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For the month of April Morgan Duke Conservation Society is given away free CLYNK fundraising bags at Walden Savings Bank Scotts Corners branch.  @walden_savings #walden #Montgomery
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Adding: As of 2:30 PM 🚫Minnewaska State Park Preserve has filled to capacity and is currently closed to incoming visitors and traffic.
⚠️UPDATE⚠️ Thursday, MARCH 26. The following State Parks have filled to capacity and are currently CLOSED to incoming visitors and traffic. Please make alternate plans. parks.ny.gov 🚫 Sam's Point Area at Minnewaska State Park
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@NYstateparks are open, but we need your help to keep these outdoor spaces available for everyone. If you need a nature break, follow these guidelines and always practice #SocialDistancing. For updates on state park operations visit parks.ny.gov/covid19 Thank you💚
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DEC Forest Rangers are investigating a case involving bright orange spray paint on the Cascade Mtn. trail. Anyone hiking in that area between 9/23-9/27 that has information pertaining to the illegal blazes is encouraged to call our Ray Brook dispatch center at (518) 897-1300.
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MISSING PERSON: NY State Park Police are searching for WILBER I. PEREZ, last know contact was Sept. 15. His black 2011 Toyota Rav4 was found in the Jenny Lane lot on State Rt. 44/55 just west of the main entrance to Minnewaska State Park. Anyone w/ info please call (845) 786-2781
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63% got it correct! Male mallards don't quack. The classic quack of a duck is that of the female mallard. 🦆
Which of these actually makes the distinctive "Quack"? #WildlifeWednesday @NYS_OGS
37%Male Mallard
63%Female Mallard
35 votes • Final results
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🔥Reminder: the NYS #firewood transportation regulation is in effect. Untreated firewood may contain invasive pests, and to protect forests, untreated firewood should not be moved more than 50 miles from its source of origin. More info: dec.ny.gov/press/117055.html
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If You Care, Leave It There! DEC is reminding New Yorkers to enjoy #wildlife and their young from a safe distance and resist the urge to touch or pick up newborn fawns and other young wildlife. ✋🏽🚫 More info: dec.ny.gov/press/117042.html
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The Catskill Center's 50th Birthday party is this Saturday at the #CatskillsVisitorCenter! Join us for our annual meeting, awards ceremony, the unveiling of our new book, birthday cake and Family Day at the CVC! catskillcenter.org/summergat…
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DEC is seeking volunteers for the annual "I Love My Park Day" on Saturday, May 4, at the Mount Loretto Unique Area in #StatenIsland. Volunteer activities begin at 10:00 am and include tree planting and beach clean-up. For more info: on.ny.gov/2XhBSLu #ILoveMyParkDay
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We've posted a few articles and videos about what you can and can't recycle before, but this information needs to be more prevalent if we want to do what's best for the environment. bit.ly/2TWaPHj
This #seal, which we've identified as a harp seal, was seen last night on the Hudson River in #Albany, NY. Harp seals are known to travel up and down the Hudson River but usually not this far north. 📷: Todd Rutecki
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Here's a great way to help our community and the environment... Stop by our Pine Bush office for your free CLYNK bag, fill it and return it to your local @Hannaford store! Thank you @Morgandukecs
Thank you Walden Savings Bank Pine Bush branch for setting up a table for Morgan Duke Conservation Society Clynk fundraising bags. It looks great! @walden_savings @thinkCLYNK #pinebush
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Very significant rescue - Devils Path in the Hunter West-Kill Wilderness last night. Backcountry Skier with lower leg injury. Subject being placed in "Hypowrap". This is why we have rangers! @JeffSenterman @SenatorMetzger @timesunion @dgazette @DailyFreeman @NYNJTCCatskills
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Search teams find missing teen from Lake Luzerne buff.ly/2VAc3WR
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So popular we’ve brought it back! The Catskills / America’s First Wilderness Shirt! @GWCatskills @sullivancats @VisitUlsterCnty @CatskillTourism | bonfire.com/catskills-americ…
Motorists should be alert for #moose on roadways in the #Adirondacks and surrounding areas at this time of year during peak moose activity. For more info: on.ny.gov/2IDeQbT
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