named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Conservation Education
Hosts public presentations and seminars on topics including local bird species, invasive species, and lake health to promote environmental awareness
Land Acquisition
Acquires ecologically significant land, such as the 35-acre Whale’s Tail property, to protect watersheds and wildlife habitats in the Ridgetop area
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Watershed Conservation & Stewardship 1 activity
- Collaborative capacity building with environmental advocacy groupsSupports and collaborates with existing environmental advocacy organizations to strengthen regional conservation efforts focused on freshwater lakes in the Shawangunk and Mount Prosper region.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Environmental education programs and public presentationsConducts educational programs, seminars, and public presentations on local wildlife and conservation topics, including a free presentation on birds of New York State and a sponsored wildlife presentation featuring falcons and owls by Ravensbeard at the Yankee Lake Preservation Association's clubhouse.
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Lake Invasive Species Management 1 activity
- Environmental research and invasive species monitoringConducts research to monitor and document invasive species, such as documenting Asian clam infestations at Lake George Village with concentrations up to 600 per square meter across 2.5 acres in August 2010.
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Lake and Watershed Monitoring & Assessment 1 activity
- Lake management planning and water quality analysisDevelops lake management plans and analyzes water quality data as part of ongoing conservation efforts in the Shawangunk and Mount Prosper region.
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Land acquisition for watershed and ridge top conservationAcquires land to protect and preserve the natural environment, particularly within the Shawangunk and Mount Prosper ridge tops, surrounding areas, and the Yankee Lake watershed. Example: acquired 35 acres within the Whale's Tail property in the Town of Thompson.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$150K
Contributions & grants$150K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$698
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Grants paid out$500
balance sheet
Total assets$169K
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Net assets$169K
1 years on record · 2025–2025
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 5
- DOUG STAINTON — Director
- JO ANN HEGARTY — Director
- JOHN ARMISTEAD — Director
- JON P LETENDRE — Director
- STEVEN LANGSEDER — Director
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership Partner — Collaborates with CRISP to address invasive species in the Catskill region.
- Ravensbeard Partner — Sponsored a presentation by Ravensbeard, a wildlife rehabilitation organization, to educate the community about birds of prey.
- Supporters Funder — Donors whose contributions enabled the acquisition of the Whale's Tail property.
- existing environmental advocacy groups in our community Partner — Collaborates with and supports local environmental advocacy groups to protect freshwater lakes in the Shawangunk and Mount Prosper region.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Conservation Network Model 333 orgsmethodology: collaborative_conservationBy partnering with existing environmental advocacy groups rather than operating in isolation, we amplify regional conservation impact because shared goals, resources, and expertise lead to more effective and scalable protection outcomes.shared approach: Community-Driven Stewardship →
- Conservation Education for Public Engagement 333 orgsmethodology: conservation_educationBy delivering educational programs and seminars, we build public awareness and long-term support for conservation because informed communities are more likely to participate in and advocate for environmental protection efforts.shared approach: Community-Driven Stewardship →
- Conservation Through Invasive Species Management 333 orgsmethodology: invasive_species_managementBy actively managing invasive species, we protect native ecosystems because preventing the spread of non-native flora and fauna reduces ecological displacement and supports the resilience of local habitats.shared approach: Community-Driven Stewardship →
- Watershed-Based Land Conservation 333 orgsmethodology: watershed_based_land_conservationBy acquiring ecologically critical lands within the Ridgetop watershed, we protect the health of Yankee Lake and surrounding ecosystems because preserving natural buffers prevents runoff, maintains water quality, and safeguards native biodiversity.shared approach: Community-Driven Stewardship →
- Volunteer-Driven Conservation Model 124 orgsmethodology: volunteer_driven_operationsBy relying exclusively on volunteer labor, we maximize conservation impact per dollar because operational costs are minimized, allowing more resources to be directed toward land protection and stewardship activities.shared approach: 100% Direct Funding Model →