2017 Marks the 20th Anniversary of Bird Conservation Areas in New York State. https://cycle.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2017/07/parks-birds
The federal Land and Water Conservation Fund has funded $300 million in projects in New York State. https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2017/07/lwcf
A new law requires recycling at all State Parks and Historic Sites https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2017/12/new-york-state-parks-and-historic-sites-recycle
What do a Friends group, New York State, an investment bank, and a high school student have in common? Little Stony Point! https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2018/08/morgan-stanley-giving-back-little-stony-point
Thank you for all the attendees that came to the Friends of the Parks conference in November. It was a great success where parks staff and Friends group members learned, engaged, and networked. https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2019/12/friends-gather-statewide-conference
You may have visited or heard of Ganondagan State Historic Site but do you know the origin of the name? What does ‘Ganondagan’ mean? The story of how Ganondagan State Historic Site got its name is an interesting one - full of history, research, and help f… https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2020/08/whats-name-ganondagan-state-historic-site
Growing up, Sandy Boczar spent her summers swimming, hiking, and camping in Allegany State Park with her family. Although she always treasured her time spent there, she never imagined that she’d dedicate so much of her life to protecting, advocating for a… https://cycle.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2017/07/spotlight-sandy-boczar
In 2018, 60 SCA members pitched in at 30 parks and historic sites across the state for I Love My Park Day. In some cases, SCA members help plan projects, manage volunteers and do outreach for the event. https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2018/06/t
Outdoor enthusiasts across the nation celebrate the New Year with First Day Hikes. It's a great opportunity to start your park's New Year resolutions and accomplish more in 2020 from day one. https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2019/12/start-2020-right-way
The Great American Outdoors Act was signed into law on August 4, fully and permanently funding the Land and Water Conservation Fund for the first time ever. This is fantastic news for all Americans, especially New Yorkers who love the outdoors. https://cycle.ptny.org/news-and-media/you-gotta-have-friends/2020/08/land-conservation-brings-country-together
