• Islander Event

    Linden Cove, Alexandria Bay

    Thursday, August 21st, 5:30pm-7:30pm: The Thousand Islands Land Trust’s (TILT) Islander Event – Gretchen Scott and Lloyd Buchanan’s home Linden Cove, Alexandria Bay

  • Grape Jelly Making Class

    Zenda Farms Preserve

    Tuesday 16th & Wednesday 17th of September, 10am-1pm: Grape Jelly Making Class – Zenda Farms Preserve, Clayton  The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) and the Thousand Islands Arts Center (TIAC) invite you to a two-day jelly-making workshop at Zenda Farms Preserve. Join expert jelly-maker Fred Schmitt for a hands-on experience using Zenda’s famous grapes to […]

  • Halloween Hike

    Zenda Farms Preserve

    Saturday, October 25th, 11am-1pm: Halloween Hike – Zenda Farms Preserve, Clayton Halloween and nature share a rich and interconnected history that continues to inspire traditions, celebrations, and cultural practices to this day. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as you explore the spookified Zenda Trail Spur with friends and family. Following the hike, discover partner exhibits […]

  • Conservation Christmas Gift Wrapping

    TILT Office

    Saturday, December 20th, 1pm-3pm: Conservation Christmas Gift Wrapping – TILT Office, Clayton  The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) is hosting its first ever gift-wrapping event! The weekend before Christmas, drop off your gifts at the office to have them wrapped by our elves with environmentally-friendly materials. This special event combines the joy of the season […]

  • Sunset Snowshoe & Bonfire Social

    Otter Creek Preserve

    Thursday, January 29th, 4:30pm-6:30pm: Sunset Snowshoe & Bonfire Social – Otter Creek Preserve, Alexandria Bay Join us for a magical winter evening at Otter Creek Preserve! Explore the trails on a guided snowshoe hike as the sun sets. Afterward, warm up by a bonfire with hot drinks, share stories with fellow nature lovers, and soak […]

  • Winter Gathering

    Saturday, March 7th 5-8pm: Winter Gathering in Florida (Tickets $150 per person) Join us on Saturday, March 7th for a memorable evening in Florida! Indulge in hors d’oeuvres, refreshing libations, and conversations with River friends and family at the home of Marlene and Cyril Mouaikel in Bonita Springs, FL. Tickets are $150 per person and […]

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  • Owls & Outdoors KidsTrek

    Zenda Farms Preserve

    Join naturalist Vici Diehl for a hands-on KidsTrek exploring the secret world of owls! Kids will learn fascinating facts about these nocturnal hunters, and connect with nature on a short hike on the Zenda Woods Trail. This interactive adventure is perfect for curious minds ready to investigate, explore, and learn about the wildlife around them. […]

  • Common Tern Grid Nesting Installation

    Eagle Wing Shoals & Tidd Island

    TILT and conservation partner Save The River, along with community volunteers will be installing nesting boxes and gull exclusion grids on Eagle Wings Shoals and Tidd Island to protect the Common Tern, a NY state threatened species. Please meet at the TILT office at 8:30 am. Work gloves are recommended, and lunch will be provided. […]

  • 13th Annual “For The Trees” Arbor Day Celebration

    The best way to celebrate Arbor Day is by taking action for our trees and environment — while having fun doing it! Whether it’s planting new trees, caring for existing ones, educating others about their importance, or supporting conservation efforts, every step makes a difference. Join the Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) at for our […]

  • Chippewa Bay Yellow Iris Pull at Chippewa Bay Preserve

    Chippewa Bay Preserve 149 New Road, Hammond, NY, United States

    Join us for a hands-on conservation effort at Chippewa Bay Preserve! On May 19 from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, TILT is hosting a Yellow Iris Pull to help protect the preserve’s wetlands from invasive species. Yellow Iris may look pretty, but it spreads aggressively and can crowd out native plants that wildlife depend on. Volunteers will […]

  • Birds of a Feather Trek

    Otter Creek Preserve

    Join us for a unique outdoor adventure at Otter Creek Preserve! Guided by local birding expert Dan Miller, you’ll learn to spot and identify the area’s feathered residents, from songbirds to waterfowl. This experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts and families who want to explore the Preserve in a fun and educational way. Please click […]

  • TILT’s and OBI’s Cherry Island Shoreline Cleanup

    Join the Thousand Islands Land Trust and Ontario Bays Initiative for a Cherry Island shoreline cleanup in Chaumont Bay! Help clean up debris, trash, and other items to prevent pollution and protect the watershed for future generations. Be sure to wear your trusty work attire and remember to bring gloves if you have them. Together […]