Finger Lakes Land Trust / July 20, 2026
| What is the “Emerald Necklace” and why does it matter? – See our short video about the greenbelt around Ithaca, including scenes from Andy’s anniversary hike on the Finger Lakes Trail with friends, supporters, and conservation partners. See the new universally accessible trail at Park Preserve – Come explore the expanded boardwalk, new scenic overlooks, graded trail, and improved parking lot, and connection to over 20 miles of trails at Hammond Hill State Forest. What is the “Emerald Necklace” and why does it matter? – See our short video about the greenbelt around Ithaca, including scenes from Andy’s anniversary hike on the Finger Lakes Trail with friends, supporters, and conservation partners. See the new universally accessible trail at Park Preserve – Come explore the expanded boardwalk, new scenic overlooks, graded trail, and improved parking lot, and connection to over 20 miles of trails at Hammond Hill State Forest. Help us open this new preserve in the heart of the Necklace – We need you! The Land Trust must raise over $500,000 to create and manage a new nature preserve on Newfield’s beautiful Irish Hill. See the project maps and donate > Andy’s Emerald Necklace Hike – In June, FLLT President Andy Zepp hiked all 78 miles of the Finger Lakes Trail that pass through the Emerald Necklace. See his report on our Go Finger Lakes website. Also help us celebrate 20 years of work in the necklace by trying the Anniversary Hiking Challenge. Go at your own pace and earn the embroidered patch! |
