LGLC has been working to protect the land within the Lake George watershed - from summit to shoreline - to preserve the world renowned water quality of this amazing lake. As a non-profit land trust our work depends on the generosity and passion of people who love Lake George and want it to remain as clean and beautiful as it is today for their children and future generations.
Protecting the land that protects the lake since 1988. The Lake George Land Conservancy is an accredited not-for-profit land trust dedicated to working with willing landowners and other partners to protect the world-renowned water quality of Lake George and to permanently preserve the natural, scenic, historical and recreational resources of the Lake George region.
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Early-Bird Registration: March 1 - April 30 General Registration: May 1 - June 18 Visit lakegeorgehikeathon.org for more information, including available sites, registration link, and volunteer and sponsorship information. The [...]
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Early-Bird Registration: March 1 – April 30
General Registration: May 1 – June 18
Visit lakegeorgehikeathon.org for more information, including available sites, registration link, and volunteer and sponsorship information.
The Lake George Land Conservancy’s annual Hike-A-Thon is a one-day event held each July 5th, created to showcase LGLC’s parks and preserves as free public resources, and to promote an appreciation for the outdoors and protecting the Lake George watershed.
Hikes take place simultaneously at locations around Lake George, culminating with aerial photography of each group by helicopter. The event is free – we want everyone to be able to participate, regardless of financial means. Donations are gratefully accepted, however, and are used to run the event; any extra is put towards stewardship costs associated with the maintenance and enhancement of these properties.
Due to the the coronavirus pandemic, we had to shift gears to make the 2020 Hike-A-Thon virtual. While it meant we lost the group camaraderie and exciting helicopter elements, this format allowed more people to participate, from anywhere! In planning for this year’s event, we are embracing a hybrid format – going to back to in-person, group hikes and paddles (with extra precautions in place), but also continuing to offer the virtual option for those who are not at the lake or who aren’t able to join group activities yet because of safety or other concerns. It’s the best of both! Visit lakegeorgehikeathon.org for more information, including available sites, registration link, and volunteer and sponsorship information.
Questions? Check out our website for details and FAQ’s.
March 1 (Monday) 12:00 am - April 30 (Friday) 11:55 pm
We’re celebrating Earth Day all week long with a special LGLC edition BINGO! Work your way through tasks to get 5 across, down or diagonal—BINGO! Share your completed card for a [...]
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We’re celebrating Earth Day all week long with a special LGLC edition BINGO!
Work your way through tasks to get 5 across, down or diagonal—BINGO! Share your completed card for a chance to win a prize!
To Participate:
1) Download and print this BINGO card.
2) After you get BINGO—5 horizontal, vertical, or diagonal—take a picture of yourself holding your BINGO card and post to Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag us @HikeLakeGeorge and #EarthDay2021. You may also email us a picture instead of using social media. Send to shoffman@lglc.org.
Pictures of completed BINGO cards must be emailed/posted by midnight on April 25.
3) Three randomly-chosen winners will receive a copy of the pocket guide book, 12 Short Hikes on Preserves Near Lake George. Winners will be posted on our social media pages and emailed (if submitted by email) Monday, April 26, 2021.
19 (Monday) 12:00 pm - 26 (Monday) 12:00 am
may
We're partnering with our friends at Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center to offer guided explorations of some of LGLC's favorite preserves! This month we're exploring the Godwin [...]
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We’re partnering with our friends at Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center to offer guided explorations of some of LGLC’s favorite preserves!
This month we’re exploring the Godwin Preserve‘s vernal pools, streams and forests on this moderate trail system of about 2 miles round-trip. Appropriate for ages 6 and up.
Registration form coming soon!
*Participants must bring a mask and be prepared to wear it at times of close contact. Due to the nature of this kind of program, close group “huddles” are expected when examining plants or creatures found along the trail.
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
We're once again partnering with Kirill Gron of Seela Yoga for an outdoor yoga experience on the summit of Pilot Knob! This outing includes the 30-minute moderate hike [...]
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We’re once again partnering with Kirill Gron of Seela Yoga for an outdoor yoga experience on the summit of Pilot Knob! This outing includes the 30-minute moderate hike up Pilot Knob’s trail to the gazebo/meadow, followed by 30 minutes of guided yoga.
Cost: $10 hike/yoga
(Fee is non-refundable. Rain date is May 16th)
Bring your own mat, or rent one from Seela Yoga for $5 (Kirill will have some on site).
**We will be following safe hiking/activity guidelines: spread out on the trail while hiking, and when doing yoga, and bring a mask to wear when distancing is difficult.**
Questions? Contact 518-644-9673.
(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob
1142 Pilot Know Road, Fort Ann, NY
We're partnering with our friends at Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center to offer guided explorations of some of LGLC's favorite preserves! This month we're exploring the Godwin [...]
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We’re partnering with our friends at Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center to offer guided explorations of some of LGLC’s favorite preserves!
This month we’re exploring the Godwin Preserve‘s vernal pools, streams and forests on this moderate trail system of about 2 miles round-trip. Appropriate for ages 6 and up.
Registration form coming soon!
*Participants must bring a mask and be prepared to wear it at times of close contact. Due to the nature of this kind of program, close group “huddles” are expected when examining plants or creatures found along the trail.
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am