Wildlife and Habitat
All around us natural lands are disappearing, sometimes rapidly and other times almost unnoticed. Fast or slow, for the development of a new shopping center or housing subdivision or sometime a single house. Homes for wildlife and other critical habitats are lost each year, making many species more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
By protecting wetlands, woodlands, and grasslands, Genesee Land Trust is committed to keeping wildlife habitat part of the landscape forever and giving our region’s wildlife a better chance to adapt in a changing climate. By making these places open to the public we hope you take advantage of them to observe, learn, and connect.
Educational Guided Walks
Interested in learning more about local wildlife and habitats? Join us on one of our many guided walks throughout the year featuring local experts who care about wildlife and habitat.
Habitat Fundraisers
Genesee Land Trust hosts a Native Plant Sale in the spring to help you create your own backyard habitat – with proceeds going towards Genesee Land Trust’s local conservation efforts.
Wildlife Research Programs
Genesee Land Trust partners with groups and individuals to conduct scientific research on our protected lands. By providing these lands we have been able to contribute to research on migratory birds, invasive insects, native plants, and more.
Volunteer Stewardship Programs
Trail Keepers
Be part of a team that visits different Genesee Land Trust trails each month for casual trail maintenance, getting out on the land, exercise, and fun. Volunteer Opportunities
Work Parties
Weekend events help to care for Genesee Land Trust preserves and are great for your family or group. Help mulch trails, remove invasive plants, and generally spruce up a preserve for visitors. Volunteer Opportunities
Preserve Stewards
Visit a Genesee Land Trust preserve on your schedule to keep a watchful eye for Genesee Land Trust. Help with a variety of tasks that may include mowing trails, picking up trails after storms, outreach to neighbors, etc. To learn more, email Will Macaluso at wmacaluso@geneseelandtrust.org.