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  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    Lange Property: Grindstone Island’s Quiet Treasure

    December 05, 2024

    On Grindstone Island, where time seems to slow down and nature takes center stage, the Lange property is a valuable addition to TILT’s conservation efforts.

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    Evans Property: Jewett Creek’s Hidden Gem

    December 05, 2024

    Tucked near Jewett Creek in Redwood, NY, the Evans property may span a modest 34-acres, but its ecological significance is immense.

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    Eddy Road: A Restoration Success Story

    December 05, 2024

    The Eddy Road property, nestled in Theresa, NY, is a wonderful example for wetland restoration in the Thousand Islands region.

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    Chapman Point: A Key Puzzle Piece in the A2A Corridor

    December 05, 2024

    A stunning 240+-acre property on the shores of Black Lake near Chapman Point has joined TILT’s growing network of conserved lands.

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    CBP Responds to Schumer's Request to Consider TIBA as Alternative Site

    November 26, 2024

    CBP reverses their earlier rejection of the TIBA site.

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Press Releases

    Cloverleaf Back on the Table for Border Patrol Station

    November 26, 2024

    The Watertown Daily Times reported that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has stated it will consider the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) community supported Cloverleaf site, reversing their earlier rejection.

  • Blog, Community Interests, Conservation

    Assessment of Border Patrol Stations

    November 21, 2024

    CBP’s decision “rejecting” the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) property as a viable alternative draws upon two issues:

  • Blog, Community Interests

    The Case for Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) Location

    November 21, 2024

    Read about why the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) Location is the Best Alternative Location

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation

    Editorial: Save Blind Bay! U.S. Customs & Border Protection must listen to residents

    November 18, 2024

    The Watertown Daily Times Reports: "It is inconceivable that the federal government’s ears could fall so deafly on the community’s resounding opposition to siting a massive Border Patrol station on Blind Bay."

  • Article, Community Interests, Press Releases

    TILT Welcomes Eric Gregware to the Board

    November 13, 2024

    The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Gregware to its Board of Trustees.

  • Article, Community Interests, Press Releases

    TILT Welcomes Basil Seggos to the Board

    November 13, 2024

    The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Basil Seggos to its Board of Trustees.

  • Article, Community Interests, Press Releases

    TILT Launches Ecosystem Restoration at Tibbetts Point Preserve

    September 19, 2024

    We are thrilled to announce a significant restoration project at Tibbetts Point Preserve, aimed at revitalizing this ecologically significant property.

  • Conservation, Press Releases

    CBP Public Notice

    August 13, 2024

    CBP held public open houses in June 2024 about the proposed new Border Patrol Station on Wellesley Island, with over 600 attendees. CBP is now reviewing the feedback to incorporate into a draft Supplemental Environmental Assessment (SEA). To complete necessary environmental and cultural resource surveys on the preferred location, currently owned by TILT, CBP is working with the Department of Justice to file a Declaration of Taking for temporary right-of-entry. A decision on the station's location will be made after the final SEA is completed, anticipated in late 2024.

  • Conservation, Press Releases

    CBP Continues to Ignore Community Input on Proposed New Facility, Forces Access to TILT’s Blind Bay Preserve

    August 13, 2024

    U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) continues to pursue the Blind Bay Preserve as the site for its proposed facility, despite community support for an alternative location. On July 23, 2024, CBP informed stakeholders of plans to file a Declaration of Taking for right-of-entry to Blind Bay to conduct environmental studies. TILT negotiated an agreement allowing their staff to monitor these studies and receive all data collected by CBP.

  • TILT Stewardship Director Ken Nims assists a few volunteers with their tree planting on Arbor Day. © Bridgett McCann
    TILT Stewardship Director Ken Nims assists a few volunteers with their tree planting on Arbor Day. © Bridgett McCann

    Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Newsletters

    Stewardship Update

    July 01, 2024

    Springing into Action: Stewardship Ramps Up

  • Article, Community Interests, Conservation, Newsletters

    Conservation Connections

    July 01, 2024

    During the 2023-2024 school year, the Thousand Islands Land Trust launched the classroom edition of the unique educational program called Conservation Connections.

  • Article, Blog, Community Interests, Newsletters

    From the Letterbox

    July 01, 2024

    MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT - Nonna Schtimpleman, Fairport NY

  • Spencer sits atop his grandfather’s lap circa 1993, spending time outside.
    Spencer sits atop his grandfather’s lap circa 1993, spending time outside.

    Article, Blog, Community Interests, Conservation, Newsletters

    Conservation Ethic: A Generational Gift

    July 01, 2024

    by Spencer Busler, Assistant Director

  • Nancy Seely at the Geiss Observation Tower on the Rivergate Trail in July of 2022 displaying her inspiring smile while enjoying the outdoors.
    Nancy Seely at the Geiss Observation Tower on the Rivergate Trail in July of 2022 displaying her inspiring smile while enjoying the outdoors.

    Article, Blog, Community Interests, Newsletters

    Farewells- Nancy Seeley

    July 01, 2024

    Remembering Nancy Seeley

  • Scott poses with friends, Debbie Heineman (left) and Elaine Chase (right) with a big smile in the 2023 TILT Summer Gathering at the TI Park Pavilion.
    Scott poses with friends, Debbie Heineman (left) and Elaine Chase (right) with a big smile in the 2023 TILT Summer Gathering at the TI Park Pavilion.

    Article, Blog, Community Interests, Newsletters

    Farewells- Scott Kempton

    July 01, 2024

    Remembering Scott Kempton

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