Links
VERY IMPORTANT LINKS
http://www.dec.state.ny.us/ NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation
Click here for PDF of NYS DEC Region
1 State Land Three-year Seasonal Access Permit Application
https://flyhunter.pl/ Tourism & Travel
http://pb.state.ny.us/ Pine Barrens Commission
www.libreastcancerwalk.org Day Walk to Fight Breast Cancer June 5 & 6,
2004
Mega-Links
Http://www.mylongisland.com
"Your Portal to the Long Island community"
http://pb.state.ny.us/chart_master_links.htm
Comprehensive compilation of links at the New York State Pine Barrens Commission
website
Http://www.travelzone.pl
Travel Zone
Http://www.gorp.com/gorp/activity/hiking.htm
Hiking info
http://www.hot-links.ws
Long Island Links - Attractions, Tourist Information, Places of Interest.
Large collection of links for Long Island visitors and locals. Links to
"Official Sites" for museums, golf courses, attractions, nature sites,
beaches, bicycling, municipalities, parks and all types of entertainment.
Http://www.hamptonsinfo.com "People visit the Hamptons because of our open
spaces and beautiful waterways.
Residents
and visitors should be invited to enjoy these resources year round. By
encouraging people to enjoy our resources, we promote a better appreciation for
them." Bob Beattie
http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/agencies/Parks/WhereToGo/index.html
Nassau County Parks and Museums Information Listing
http://www.longislandexchange.com/ The Long Island Exchange is
Long Island's Internet access to local events, news, classifieds, maps,
entertainment, and much more. It is an all-encompassing guide to Long Island,
New York.
Not-For-Profit Links
http://www.webstrats.com/nplinks.htm A page of informational links for
nonprofit organizations.
Environmental Organizations
http://www.qualityparks.org/ Our nonprofit mission is to improve the
stewardship of parks and protected areas.
Http://www.americanhiking.org/
American Hiking Society: the only national organization dedicated to serving
hikers and protecting hiking trails
Http://www.sierraclub.org/chapters/ny/longisland/index.html
The Sierra Club Long Island Chapter
Http://www.seatuck.org
The Seatuck Environmental Association is
dedicated to the study and conservation of native species and their natural
habitats on Long Island. SEA sponsors and conducts scientific research in
ecology, wildlife management, and conservation biology, and provides
environmental education to facilitate conservation of the region's biodiversity
http://www.starflowerexperiences.org/ Starflower Experiences, Inc. is
a local not-for-profit educational organization that offers programs and
experiences to help people understand, appreciate, and live more in harmony with
the earth's life systems. Most of our public events and outdoor experiences take
place at Sweet Hollow Hall in
West
Hills County Park, Melville. Last summer was our 12th year running the
Earthkeepers program at this location.
www.nfec1.org
A grassroots environmental protection organization, The North Fork Environmental
Council believes that there are solutions to the challenges for protecting the
environment of the North Fork.
Http://www.peconiclandtrust.org
Nonprofit land conservation organization dedicated to protecting open space and
farmland on Long island. PLT accepts gifts of land and conservation easements,
and works with farmers, landowners and municipalities to find alternatives to
full-yield development.
Http://www.nativeamerica.com
Want
to know more? Visit “Native
America” website
Http://www.sofo.org
South Fork Natural History Society fosters appreciation, understanding and
preservation of the unique natural world of the South Fork.
http://www.geocities.com/denisbyrne/edgewood.html Our goal is to
preserve the maximum amount of open space and connecting infrastructures around
LI to create a user-friendly network of walkways, trails, and paved bikepaths to
connect our parks, beaches, preserves, communities and other open spaces.
www.geocities.com/denisbyrne/bridge.html Trails
Advocate Western Suffolk
Http://www.thehamptons.com/group/
Group for the East End (hiking, biking and boating events)
The Group is dedicated to protecting the environment, rural
character and quality of life across the South Fork and now also the North Fork
and Shelter Island through public advocacy and public education. The Group is
the only professionally-staffed, not-for-profit organization dedicated to
using public advocacy to protect our region's diverse wetlands, bays and
harbors, forests, coastlines, farmlands and historic community character.
www.groupforthesouthfork.org The Group for the East End is an
environmental advocacy and education organization, committed to the preservation
of eastern Long Island’s natural resources and
rural heritage.
Http://www.tnc.org/southfork
The Nature Conservancy, South Fork-Shelter Island Chapter
Http://www.tnc.org/longisland
The Nature Conservancy Long Island Chapter
Http://www.pinebarrens.org/
The Long Island Pine Barrens Society
http://www.fdale.com/FMP/
Friends Of Massapequa Preserve
A group of dedicated citizens, who live in the greater Massapequa area, or use
the preserve, who united to form a not-for-profit organization to enhance the
protection, restoration, uses and appreciation of this precious community
resource.
http://www.friendsofhp.org/ Friends of Hempstead Plains at Nassau
Community College is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation
and restoration of the Hempstead Plains and to offering educational programs
about this special and rapidly vanishing ecological and historical habitat.
http://www.northshorelandalliance.org/home.htm
The North Shore Land Alliance, Inc. ("NSLA") is a land trust
formed to protect and preserve, in perpetuity, the green spaces, wetlands and
historical sites of
Long Island's
North Shore for the enjoyment and benefit of future generations and the
protection and
enhancement of homeowner quality of life.
http://sbec.gushi.org/
The Stony Brook
Environmental Conservancy (SBEC) is a new community based non-profit
organization whose mission is to help preserve, protect and enhance the unique
environmental heritage of the greater Stony Brook area.
http://nynjctbotany.org/
To find information on literally Hundreds of great places to study
nature, try this website (very much in progress) of natural places in our area
by geographical regions
http://www.estuary.cog.ny.us/access_guide/accessguide.html
South Shore Estuary Reserve Natural Resource Access Guide: This
access guide provides information on nearly 60 public parks, preserves, bike and
foot trails, and related facilities in the Reserve where you can access and
enjoy the Reserve's natural treasures.
http://longpondgreenbelt.org/ Friends of
the Long Pond Greenbelt is dedicated to the preservation, stewardship, and
public appreciation of the unique expanse of coastal plain ponds, freshwater
swamps, wetlands, and woodlands in the Town of Southampton known as the Long
Pond Greenbelt, which stretches from Ligonee Creek in Sag Harbor to
Sagaponack Pond in Sagaponack.
http://www.ccom-montauk.org/ The mission of the Concerned
Citizens of Montauk is to preserve the environment and ecology of
Montauk.
www.ptny.org
Parks & Trails New York is the only organization
working statewide to protect
New York's parks and help communities create new
parks. Our mission is to expand, protect and promote a network of parks,
trails, and open spaces throughout our state for use and enjoyment by
all.
Agencies
Http://www.cce.cornell.edu/suffolk/
Environmental resource
http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/reg1/index.html
State owned DEC managed lands/public access activities - Region 1
Http://pb.state.ny.us
New York State Central Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission
http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departments/parks.aspx Suffolk
County Parks
Http://www.nature.nps.gov
National Parks Service
Http://www.lihistory.com/1/hs111a.htm
Pine Barrens info
Bicycle Groups
Other Hiking Websites
Http://www.nynjtc.org
New York New Jersey Trail Conference
Http://www.shorewalkers.org
Shorewakers, Inc. (212) 330-7686
A not-for-profit walking and environmental group, New York City and Vicinity
"COLLECTING IS GOOD; SHOREWALKING IS BETTER" --Shorewalkers Motto
www.nassauhiking.org
Nassau Hiking & Outdoor Club
http://www.adkli.org/
Long Island Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club ADK Long Island is a local
chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. We hike in the Hudson Highlands,
Catskills, Adirondacks, and places far afield. We are active in the enjoyment,
maintenance, and protection of our wilderness and waterways.
www.ligreenbelt.org The official Long Island Greenbelt
Trail Conference Web Page
Equestrian Groups
Http://www.nshaonline.org
Nassau Suffolk Horseman's Association
Historic Parks
http://www.plantingfields.com/
Planting Fields Arboretum State
Historic Park A Long Island Historic Site
http://www.oldwestburygardens.org/
Old Westbury Gardens - Built in 1906 by the English designer George A. Crawley,
Old Westbury Gardens is the former home of John S. Phipps and his wife,
Margarita Grace Phipps. The Charles II style mansion is nestled amid 160 acres
of carefully planned formal gardens and landscaped grounds interspersed with
woodlands, ponds and lakes.
http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/69224447.htm Built in 1884-85, Sagamore
Hill was the last permanent home of Theodore Roosevelt. The estate
is named after " . . . the old Sagamore Mohannis, who as Chief of
his little tribe, signed away his rights to the land."
http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/65728400.htm Throughout the year Old
Bethpage Village Restoration recreates the atmosphere of a pre-Civil
War Long Island Village, illustrating agricultural, domestic and
commercial activities through the actual practice of crafts and
skills. On some 200 acres of rolling hills, more than 55 historic
buildings -- all original structures
http://www.co.nassau.ny.us/parkmuse.html#Sands Sands Point
Preserve is more than just a nature preserve; in addition to protecting and
interpreting Long Island’s natural habitats, Sands Point showcases an example of
Long Island’s turn-of-the-century Gold Coast estate period. Built by railroad
heir Howard Gould, the estate was fashioned after the grand estates of the
European feudal period.
http://www.garviespointmuseum.com/
The Garvies Point Museum and Preserve provides educational programs spanning all
age groups from pre-k to college. The museum is dedicated to Geology and Native
American history and Culture of Long Island. The preserve consists of 62 acres
with 5 miles of marked nature trails as well as beach front property, two ponds
and a meadow.
Camping
Http://www.licamping.com/ Long Island Camping information
Audubon &
Other
http://www.ssaudubon.org/ The mission of the
South Shore Audubon Society is to promote environmental education,
and to preserve and restore our environment, through responsible
activism, for the benefit of both people and wildlife.
http://ny.audubon.org/trsac.htm
Theodore Roosevelt
Sanctuary and Audubon Center in Oyster Bay, New York is committed to
building a culture of conservation and to fostering communities that
value nature by providing environmental and natural science
education.
TRS is dedicated to the protection of Long Island’s critical
habitats and promotes the conservation of avian populations through
sound science and habitat enhancement.
http://www.huntingtonaudubon.org/ The mission of the
Huntington Audubon Society is to increase community awareness about
the environment and to encourage others to enjoy and protect birds
and other wildlife in their natural habitats. Serving Huntington
Township and neighboring Oyster Bay and Jericho areas.
www.EasternLongIslandAudubon.homestead.com
Eastern Long Island Audubon
Society, Inc. A New York Chapter of the National
Audubon Society Serving the communities of Southampton, East Hampton, Western
Riverhead, Eastern Brookhaven To be an
inspiration for all those who feel a sense of kinship for Long Island by
instilling on the local community a renewed appreciation for the natural world
and a commitment to be stewards of the environment. This will be accomplished
by engaging in educational and scientific activities, which promotes
conservation.
http://www.gsbas.com/ Great South
Bay Audubon Society ("GSBAS") are Stewards at Brookside County Park # 59 Brook
Street
Sayville, NY. Our new headquarters is located
diagonally across the street
from Sayville High School. Walk the Nature
Trail, and become
acquainted with the history of the site.
Guided Tours of Brookside are given
every Wednesday and Sunday between the hours of 1:00 - 3:00 P.M.
www.northforkaudubon.org
North Fork Audubon Society connects people with
nature. We promote the preservation of birds and wildlife by protecting and
restoring critical habitats of Long Island's North Fork.
http://www.libirding.com/
Long Island Birding: A site about Long Island birds & birders. Fun &
interesting!
http://ny.audubon.org/trsac.htm
Theodore Roosevelt
Sanctuary and Audubon Center was the first Audubon songbird sanctuary in the
nation, and a model environmental education center. For the past three decades,
the Sanctuary has been a leader in natural science education on Long Island.
http://critterlight.com/ Avian and wildlife photography.
Marine Organizations
http://www.cresli.org
THE COASTAL RESEARCH AND EDUCATION SOCIETY OF LONG ISLAND, INC
http://www.riverheadfoundation.org/ Riverhead
Foundation for Marine Research (24 hour hotline (631) 369-9829)
Kayaking / Surfing
http://www.lipaddlers.org/ Long
Island Paddlers exists to share a common love for kayaking, canoeing and the
outdoors. We exchange information on safety, education, paddling experiences and
other paddling-related subjects.
http://www.surfriderli.org/ The
Eastern Long Island Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation is a grassroots,
non-profit, environmental organization that works to protect our oceans, waves,
and beaches.
http://www.getthenack.org/index.htm North
Atlantic Canoe
and Kayak, Inc. Based on Long Island, New
York, NACK serves paddling interests throughout the Northeastern United States.
Other Recreation
Http://www.bigfoot.com/~wildmansteve Learn about the environment and get back in touch
with nature. By studying nature and foraging, we enjoy our renewable resources
and reaffirm our commitment to preserving and rebuilding our ecological riches.
http://www.longislandgamefarm.com/
Long Island Game Farm Nestled in a beautiful 300-acre pine forest, the Long
Island Game Farm gives everyone a chance to enjoy a wide variety of animals up
close. Monkeys, llamas, bears, buffalo, antelope, and many others make their
home here.
Orienteering
Long Island Orienteering Club http://www.geo.hunter.cuny.edu/~tbw/lioc/
http://www.ligeocaching.org Long Island Geocaching
Organization (LIGO) Geocaching, or using a hand-held GPS - that's
Global Positioning System - to find specific sites set up like a
treasure hunt, puts a sense of mission into hiking.
Recreation and Parks
http://www.co.nassau.ny.us/parkmuse.html#Muttontown
http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/65718500.htm Comprised of 550
acres of fields, woodlands, ponds and estate grounds, Muttontown
Preserve is Nassau County’s largest nature preserve. Acquired in the
late 1960’s, over 400 acres were purchased from the Lansdell
Christie Estate. The Nature Center and the Chelsea Estate, donated
by Mrs. Alexandra Moore McKay, sprawl across a 100 acre parcel; and
a 20 acre parcel showing evidence of the pre-Revolutionary Duryea
farm, was donated by Mrs. Paul Hammond. Preserve offers a
significant opportunity for individuals, families, and groups to get
out and explore the natural environment.
http://www.llbean.com/parksearch/parks/html/15108gd.htm This thin New York island
stretches 32 miles along Long Island's south shore. It supports a
state park, county park, the national seashore, many communities and
a seven-mile federal wilderness area between Smith Point and Watch
Hill.
Environmental Education
http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/66926768.htm Founded in 1883 as a state
facility, the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery now serves as a
non-profit organization dedicated to providing effective, relevant
environmental education about the aquatic resources of New York.
This unique facility houses New York State's largest collection of
native freshwater fish, reptiles, and amphibians. Exhibits, include
forty Aquariums with over sixty species of New York freshwater fish,
outdoor and indoor Turtle Habitats, an amphibians of New York State
display, an indoor Stream Exhibit, and much more. Thousands of trout
are hatched here every year, and visitors can witness the process
through six outdoor rearing pools.
http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/65718010.htm The focal point of
Garvies Point is the Museum, offering exhibits that emphasize prehistoric Native
American culture, the science of archaeology, and the geology of Long Island and
New York State. The archaeological exhibits cover the migration of man from Asia
to the New World. Dioramas illustrate scenes of Indian life on Long Island. The
preserve consists of 62 acres of glacial moraine covered by forests, thickets,
and meadows.
http://pbisotopes.ess.sunysb.edu/esp/Science_Walks/Weld/Weld.htm
The David Weld Sanctuary of The Nature Conservancy
Village of Nissequogue, Smithtown
Self-Guided Science Walk by
Diane E. Donner
http://www.eserc.stonybrook.edu/brentwood/1998/weld/home.html
The
David Weld Sanctuary of The Nature Conservancy
Naturalist Courses
http://www.mikebottini.com/
Mike Bottini is an
accomplished naturalist, Mike offers a vivid picture of the local ecologies of
the trails. From seashore to oak/pine woods, from salt-water wetlands to
freshwater ponds and kettleholes, Mike describes the unique natural history of
the remarkably diverse South Fork environments.
Environmental Advocates
http://www.natureshorizons.net/index.html
This site is dedicated to protecting and preserving our natural world. It is
hoped the images on this site will not only increase your appreciation of the
natural world, but will also increase your desire to protect our environment,
and all the wild things that share our planet.
Environmental Programs
http://pb.state.ny.us/#Twinnings
New York State – Italy
“Twinnings” program
Environmental Guides
Marco Valtriani
biologist - environmental guide
via G. di Vittorio 11
52010 Capolona (AR)
Italy
tel. +39 (0) 575 421094 - + 39 338 3833014
marco@walkinginetruria.com
www.walkinginetruria.com
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
www.ronkonkomachamber.com
Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce. Check out the plans for revitalizing the Lake.
http://www.onmontauk.com/ On Montauk is a free visitors guide to
Montauk
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