• 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 […]

  • Edward & Marlene Schmeer Preserve Premiere Trek

    Edward & Marlene Schmeer Preserve, Cape Vincent

    Join TILT staff for a guided hike through the brand-new Edward and Marlene Schmeer Preserve in Cape Vincent. This introductory trek offers a first look at the landscape, wildlife, and future possibilities of the Preserve while sharing the story behind its conservation. It’s a great chance to get to know the trails, ask questions, and […]

  • Annual Zenda Community Picnic & Volunteer Recognition

    Zenda Farms Preserve

    Bring your family and friends to celebrate conservation at the Thousand Islands Land Trust’s (TILT) annual Community Picnic! This kickoff to summer honors open space, volunteerism and community spirit. Enjoy […]

  • TILT Discovery Center Grand Opening

    Join us for the Grand Opening of the Discovery Center! Explore hands-on, interactive exhibits designed to connect people of all ages with the land, water, and cultural heritage of the Thousand Islands region. Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Register by clicking the link or calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.  

  • Tales of the Toadstools KidsTrek

    Crooked Creek Preserve

    Join TILT for a magical story-based hike through the Crooked Creek Preserve! On this KidsTrek, we’ll follow an enchanting trail filled with tales of forest creatures and curious toadstools while […]

  • Mushrooms & Mosses Trek

    Crooked Creek Preserve

    The Thousand Islands is home to numerous species of mushrooms, mosses, and lichens. Lead by Jean Fahey, President of the Central New York Mycological Society, this walk will take place […]

  • TILT and ACLC’s Annual Citizen Science Loon Census

    Location of Choice

    Calling all nature enthusiasts and loon lovers! Here’s your chance to make a real impact on local wildlife conservation — volunteer with TILT and the ACLC to help count the […]

  • Annual Summer Gathering, River Oaks, Wellesely Island

    Join us as we celebrate conservation in the Thousand Islands! Spend an evening at River Oaks on Wellesley Island, celebrating the incredible work we’ve done together while overlooking a spectacular […]