Protecting the Land that Protects the Lake since 1988

More than 120 people gathered at the Top of the World in Lake George as honored guests of the Lake George Land Conservancy’s (LGLC) 11th annual President’s Reception, Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

The evening included the presentation of the LGLC’s highest honors: the Apperson Society, and the Henry M. Rowan Conservation Award.

This year’s Rowan Award was presented to Cornelia Van Dyck Wells (pictured, right), who is retiring from the LGLC in September after working for the LGLC for 18 years as its Finance and Office Manager. Mike Horn, the LGLC’s Executive Director, described Mrs. Wells as the “glue that keeps everything together in our organization.” She also has multi-generational ties to Lake George and its conservation.

The LGLC's 25th annual Land and Water Conservation Celebration was a fantastic success, thanks to the generosity of more than 300 donors and guests. Thank you all who attended, volunteered, and contributed!

The Fund-A-Need portion of the evening raised more than $300,000 for three active projects: the 73-acre Truesdale Hill Uplands in Lake George, 30-acre Twin Pines Addition in Bolton, and 92 acres in Putnam that will connect the LGLC’s Sucker Brook Preserve and Anthony’s Nose Preserve.

All are welcome to join LGLC staff, friends, and neighbors at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 23, to celebrate the completion of work at Peggy's Point that improved its accessibility and climate resilience. Light refreshments and a tour of the property will be provided.

Among the changes made are the installation of a 5-foot-wide path of compacted stone, ADA-compliant picnic table and gazebo, and improved signage, as well as robust plantings along the park's stream and lake shoreline.

The LGLC is hosting three public events to bring awareness and help raise funds for its gazebo reconstruction project at the Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob.

The events include a Yappy Hour at the Lake George Dog Park on August 23, Guided Hike at the Schumann Preserve on August 24, and Yoga at the Gazebo with Seela Yoga on September 21.

More details are below, and at LGLC.org/calendar.

Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or a first-timer looking for a new challenge, Amy’s Race has something for everyone!

This year the 4.5-mile race also includes a 10-mile option for those looking for more of a challenge.

Expect muddy paths, steep climbs, and breathtaking views that will make every step worth the effort. Register today and be part of the adventure!

The LGLC is honored to once again be the beneficiary of both of these great events in Lake George! To help them be as successful as possible, we are seeking volunteers to work the events - tasks include directing athletes, handing out refreshments, assisting with timing, and more.

Visit LGLC.org/volunteer for details or email Sarah at shoffman@lglc.org.

Be sure to visit LGLC.org/Calendar, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get updates and posts about events as more are added.

Have you been to Peggy's Point? Visitors are welcome to enjoy Peggy's Point year-round, dawn to dusk ... posted 07/28/2024

Other Popular Posts:

Love this view? Consider donating to our ongoing Schumann Preserve Gazebo Restoration Project!... posted 08/06/2024

Protected Lands Feature: Anthony's Nose! Anthony's Nose offers a short but rewarding hike... posted 08/02/2024

The LGLC’s mission is to permanently protect the land that protects Lake George. As an accredited, nonprofit land trust, the LGLC works with willing landowners and other partners to protect land that protects the world-renowned water quality of Lake George and the natural resources of the Lake George watershed.