named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Kirkland Trail Development
Constructs and maintains multi-use recreational trails along historic railroad corridors in Kirkland, NY, including a six-mile continuous trail connecting to the Marshall Towpath Trail
Nature Blog and Education
Shares information about local flora, fauna, and seasonal wildlife through nature blogs and photo documentation to enhance trail users' experience and environmental awareness
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 1 activity
- Develops and maintains multi-use trail networkDevelops, constructs, and maintains a network of connected multi-use trails, paths, and bike lanes in the Town of Kirkland, NY, including the completion of trail extensions and ongoing upkeep of existing segments for public recreational and transportation use. The organization currently provides a six-mile continuous off-road trail system, with specific projects including a three-mile section opening and a one-mile extension from Dugway Rd. to Rte. 12B.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Enhances trail experience through nature-based art and documentationEnriches public engagement on trails through creative and educational enhancements, including the installation of fairy houses, documentation of bird species, and sharing of nature photography to promote environmental awareness and appreciation.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$41K
Contributions & grants$36K87%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$5K13%
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expenses
Total expenses$146K
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balance sheet
Total assets$115K
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Net assets$115K
4 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -73.9%
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Black River Outdoor Education Program Partner — Board member Nicholas Heintz serves as Program Director for BROEP, indicating an organizational connection to outdoor education and trail-related programming.
- Hamilton College Partner — Collaboration through board member affiliation; Sharon Williams formerly directed the Hamilton College Writing Center and is involved in launching Kirkland Trails.
- Mohawk Valley Bicycling Club Partner — Board member Christine Ceely is a board member and officer of the Mohawk Valley Bicycling Club, indicating a formal partnership link to cycling advocacy and trail use.
- Town of Kirkland Partner — Collaborates on obtaining permits and developing trail sections using historic railroad beds.
- Town of Marshall Partner — Connects trail system to the Town of Marshall’s Towpath Trail, enabling a continuous six-mile trail.
strategies · 3
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.
- Experiential Engagement Deepens Connection to Nature 181 orgsmethodology: experiential engagementBy embedding whimsical elements like fairy houses and hosting nature photography events, the organization fosters emotional and aesthetic connections to natural spaces, which increases visitation and stewardship because experiential and creative interactions produce deeper engagement than passive access alone.shared approach: Experiential Engagement for Stewardship →
- Connected Multifunctional Trail Networks Enable Integrated Community Benefits 19 orgsmethodology: connected-trail-networkBy linking trails, bike lanes, and paths into cohesive networks using repurposed infrastructure like rail corridors, the organization creates safe, accessible routes that support transportation, recreation, and environmental and historical education because integrated design increases usability and broadens community engagement across diverse needs.shared approach: Rails-to-Trails Revitalization →
- Trail Access Promotes Health Through Active Living 19 orgsmethodology: active-living-for-healthBy developing and connecting recreational trails, the organization enables regular outdoor physical activity, which improves community health and wellness because accessible natural spaces lower barriers to sustained exercise and active lifestyles.shared approach: Rails-to-Trails Revitalization →