Let the Camping Commence

Posted on 6th June, 16

Warm weather has arrived, which means it's time to plan summer camping trips. Find those tent poles and take a look at all the great camping options New York State has to offer....

Continue reading

Celebrating Juneteenth and Timbuctoo

Posted on 6th June, 16

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the emancipation of slaves on June 19th – also known as Juneteenth. In North Elba, near Lake Placid, a state historic site celebrates the emancipation, the Underground Railroad, and the Adirondack’s unique role in the lives of freed slaves and African American history....

Continue reading

Amex 360° Commitment to Parks

Posted on 6th June, 16

American Express combined its commitment to supporting parks and investing in future nonprofit leaders through its spring Leadership Academy, which brought together 72 emerging leaders from park-related nonprofits nationwide for an intensive week-long training. PTNY’s own Laura DiBetta and James Meerdink were among the participants. ...

Continue reading

Where Two Rivers Meet

Posted on 3rd June, 16

​The confluence of two of New York’s major rivers was an appropriate setting for this spring’s gathering of staff and trustees to discuss our progress over the past several months and to strategize for the future....

Continue reading

Volunteerism in Bloom

Posted on 10th May, 16

Volunteers came out in droves to show their love for New York's parks and trails at PTNY's two spring events....

Continue reading

Big News for Erie Canalway Trail

Posted on 10th May, 16

PTNY and the Canalway Trails Assocation New York released the annual Closing the Gaps report. The big news: the Erie Canalway Trail is now 80% complete as an off road route!...

Continue reading

Father and Daughter Bond on a Bicycle

Posted on 10th May, 16

Father daughter duo Boris and Marianna took to the Erie Canalway Trail this summer as a way to celebrate Marianna’s 16th birthday. They discovered that crossing the state on a bike is a great bonding experience. ...

Continue reading

We Like You, Too

Posted on 10th May, 16

We're excited to be sharing with all 10,000 of our Facebook friends. Thank you for liking us!...

Continue reading

Hitting the Road

Posted on 10th May, 16

April was a busy month for PTNY, with events across the state highlighting some of what we have planned for the upcoming year. Did we see you along the way?...

Continue reading

New Campground Opens at Schodack Island

Posted on 10th May, 16

New York State Parks opened a new campground at Schodack Island this April. It's the first new state park campground in 35 years for tents and trailers....

Continue reading