named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Science Symposium
Gathers researchers, educators, and community members to share findings and discuss ecological topics
Artist-in-Residence Program
Hosts artists who engage with the natural environment; integrates art and science through creative expression and public programming
Biological Research Station
Hosts researchers and long-term ecological studies; provides lab space, equipment, and housing for visiting scientists; supported continuous research since 1938
Middle School Natural History Day Program
Annual educational event introducing middle school students to natural history through hands-on activities and exploration
Nature Study and Huyck Hikes
Guided hikes led by visiting scientists and naturalists; educational walks focused on local flora, fauna, and ecosystems
Odum Internship in Field Ecology
Undergraduate internship program in field ecology; supports student research and professional development
Wildlife Ecology Research Program
Engages high school students in field research projects; includes mentorship and presentation opportunities at regional conferences
Wildlife Family Hour
Summer program featuring guided hikes and educational animal presentations by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 2 activities
- Citizen science and public engagement initiativesEngages the public in data collection through citizen science programs and initiatives such as the Huyck Explorer Challenge, which invites participants to collect trailhead stamps and submit photos for a prize, and solicits visitor photographs for use in newsletters and social media.
- Environmental education and public programmingOffers field-based educational programs including summer programs, school field trips, guided hikes, lectures, Wildlife Family Hour, Nature Study, Huyck Hikes, Middle School Natural History Day, and an annual Science Symposium for students, teachers, and the public, informed by long-term biological research.
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Real-Time Environmental Monitoring and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Environmental monitoring infrastructureOperates a PhenoCam system at Lincoln Pond for real-time visual monitoring of environmental conditions and maintains a weather station at the Eldridge Research Center for long-term weather data collection.
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Free Public Access Nature Sites 1 activity
- Public access to natural areas and trailsProvides free year-round public access to 12 miles of trails across over 2,000 acres of forest, field, and wetlands for walking, hiking, picnicking, fishing, non-motorized boating, skiing, and snowshoeing; also allows public kayaking, canoeing, and fishing on Lake Myosotis.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Research dissemination and historical documentationPublished a digital research history, A Field Guide to A Field Station, documenting 80 years of research and field biologist culture, and produces a twice-annual newsletter featuring research, conservation efforts, and upcoming events.
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Wildlife Monitoring and Field Research 1 activity
- Research on ecosystem dynamics and biodiversityConducts long-term ecological research on white-tailed deer and invasive species impacts on forest ecosystems, monitors native tree and understory phenology, and contributes to global understanding of biodiversity through ongoing field studies.
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Research and Scholarly Fellowship Support 1 activity
- Support for student researchers and capacity buildingSupports high school and undergraduate students in presenting research at conferences such as the Northeast Natural History Conference, and has funded fellowships for biologists since 1938.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Trail and facility maintenance and stewardshipMaintains 12 miles of trails and oversees the care and upkeep of buildings and facilities; manages stewardship activities including land management planning, ecosystem health monitoring, and invasive species control.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Facility rentals for research and public groupsOperates rental facilities including Ordway House (up to 9 guests), Lincoln Pond Cottage (up to 13 guests), and Bullfrog Camp Complex (up to 6 guests), along with meeting spaces, classrooms, and overnight accommodations; also provides access to a 6,000 square foot research facility with wet and dry lab space and scientific equipment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$543K
Contributions & grants$387K71%
Program service revenue$46K8%
Investment income$63K12%
Other revenue$48K
expenses
Total expenses$588K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$314K
Grants paid out$2K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.76M
Cash$260K
Investments$2.42M
Liabilities$26K
Net assets$3.73M
Liquid reserves54.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANNE RHOADS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $89K |
board members · 12
- ALEXANDRA VAN HORNE — PRESIDENT
- ANN SIEGEL — DIRECTOR
- DECLAN COYNE — TREASURER
- DIANA HINCHCLIFF — DIRECTOR
- GEOFFREY CARTER — EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT
- LYNN LOVE — VICE-PRESIDENT
- MAME KENNEDY SCHRAGER — SECRETARY
- MARY MUSCA — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN BEATTY — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN KESSLER — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM ELDRIDGE — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM LOGAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Capital Region Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management Partner — Contracts with the Preserve to conduct annual invasive species management and monitoring work.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborated with Cornell University mammalogist W.J. Hamilton, Jr. in evaluating the site for research; hosted Edward Raney, a Cornell professor.
- Ecological Monitoring and Management Alliance (EMMA) Partner — Founding member of EMMA, collaborating on ecological monitoring and management research.
- Eldridge Research Center Partner — Co-located facility supporting research and education activities at the Preserve.
- Land Trust Alliance Government — Administers the New York State Conservation Partnership Program in coordination with the state Department of Environmental Conservation.
- Land Trust Alliance Government — Administers the New York State Conservation Partnership Program, which provided funding for the Preserve's Invasive Species Management and Monitoring Plan.
- Land Trust Alliance Network — Accredited member organization
- NYS Wildlife Rehabilitation Council Partner — Organization led by Wildlife Rehabilitator and Educator Kelly Martin, with which the Preserve collaborates through educational programming and public events.
- New York State Conservation Partnership Program Government — Provides Professional Development Grant funding for the Seasonal Ranger position.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Administers the Environmental Protection Fund, which provides funding for invasive species management contracts through Cap Region PRISM.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Coordinates with the Land Trust Alliance to administer the New York State Conservation Partnership Program.
- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation Government — Former employer of Stewardship Coordinator Ben Prigg, where he managed invasive species programs; connection informs current stewardship work at the Preserve.
- Preserve members Partner — Contribute articles to the Myosotis Messenger newsletter
- Rensselaerville Library Partner — Provides access to Huyck explorer guides and ink pads for the Huyck Explorer Challenge.
- University at Albany Partner — Collaborates on a research project that supports the PhenoCam system at Lincoln Pond.
strategies · 2
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.
- Community-Engaged Environmental Stewardshipmethodology: community_engaged_stewardshipBy involving the public in content creation, citizen science, and educational events, the organization builds personal connections to nature that foster long-term environmental stewardship, because participatory engagement increases ownership, relevance, and behavioral commitment to conservation.
- Conservation Through Education and Research Integrationmethodology: research-informed_educationBy integrating long-term ecological research with field-based education and public programming, the organization fosters public appreciation and stewardship of biodiversity, because experiential learning grounded in real science deepens connection and understanding of conservation.