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SUMMARY:Breathe & Brunch Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join the TILT Team and Delaney McIlrath\, RYT-200 for an unforgettable morning at Picton Island. Upon arriving at the island\, you will settle onto your mat for a 1-hour Slow Flow class. Following your class\, indulge in coffee\, mimosas\, and pastries from your favorite local bakeries. After brunch\, feel free to explore the Island before heading back to Clayton! Transportation is provided. \nThis event requires a paid ticket in advance\, with proceeds directly supporting conservation efforts in the Thousand Islands. \nPlease click here to pay and register for this experience! \n 
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/breathe-brunch-experience/
LOCATION:Picton Island
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SUMMARY:Ichthyologist for a Day KidsTrek
DESCRIPTION:Join TILT\, Dr. John Farrell and the TIBS crew for the 12th annual “Fish Scientists for a Day” and learn what it takes to be a fish scientist! Enjoy a boat ride and afternoon on Governors Island while meeting some new aquatic friends that live in the St Lawrence. There’s something for everyone: see baby muskies in the lab\, learn to use a microscope\, and even cast your line off the docks! \nSpace is limited for this KidsTrek and advanced registrations are required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease click the link to register\, or call the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/ichthyologist-for-a-day-kidstrek/
LOCATION:Governors Island
CATEGORIES:KidsTrek
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SUMMARY:Annual Birkhead Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join TILT in welcoming Alex Warcola of Warcola Apiaries as he joins us this year at the Zenda Farms Preserve for a lecture on local pollinators and the making of honey on TILT Preserves. The annual Birkhead Lecture is made possible by the generosity of Guthrie and Louise Birkhead and is free to the public. After the lecture\, there is an opportunity for questions and light refreshments. \nPlease register by clicking the link\, or calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/annual-birkhead-lecture/
LOCATION:Zenda Farms Preserve
CATEGORIES:TILTrek
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T110000
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SUMMARY:Common Tern Nesting Grid Removal
DESCRIPTION:The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) and conservation partner Save The River need volunteers to help dismantle the gull exclusion grid on Eagle Wing Shoals and Tidd Island. Help make a difference for wildlife and have some fun out on the River too. Please meet at the TILT office at 8:30 am. Work gloves are recommended and lunch will be provided. \nThis event is weather dependent – we will call registered participants to confirm the date. \nPlease register by clicking the link\, or calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/common-tern-nesting-grid-removal/
LOCATION:Eagle Wing Shoals & Tidd Island
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T150000
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SUMMARY:Dig with Doug Experience
DESCRIPTION:Come get your hands dirty at the “Dig with Doug” TILTrek on Carleton Island. Along with professor Douglas J. Pippin from SUNY Oswego\, you will perform an actual archaeological dig at the historic Fort Haldimand. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge of Fort Haldimand and the Revolutionary War or the Thousand Islands as a whole\, this is guaranteed to be an exciting adventure and opportunity to uncover history with your own hands. Lunch and transportation are provided. Number of participants is limited. \nThis event requires a paid ticket in advance\, with proceeds directly supporting conservation efforts in the Thousand Islands. \nPlease click the link for registration and payment information\, or call the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/dig-with-doug-experience/
LOCATION:Carleton Island\, Cape Vincent
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000
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SUMMARY:Islander Major Donor Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Information is currently unavailable\, please check back again later!
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/islander-major-donor-appreciation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T183000
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SUMMARY:Chaumont Bay Conservation Update and Regional Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Join us in partnership with the Ontario Bays Initiative (OBI)\, will host an informational presentation at Sally Port View highlighting recent conservation efforts in Chaumont Bay and the surrounding region. Guests will have the opportunity to learn more about ongoing initiatives\, connect with members of the TILT and OBI teams\, and ask questions. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Admission is free\, though registering on the TILT website  is recommended. \nRegister by clicking the link or calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345. \n 
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/chaumont-bay-conservation-update-and-regional-initiatives/
CATEGORIES:TILTrek
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SUMMARY:Jelly Making Experience
DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of grape jelly making from expert jelly-maker Fred Schmitt in this hands-on experience rooted in land stewardship and local food traditions. In collaboration with the Thousand Islands Arts Center\, the Thousand Islands Land Trust invites participants to Zenda Farms Preserve to harvest grapes grown on conserved land and transform them into homemade grape jelly. \nThis workshop highlights how protected landscapes like Zenda Farms support sustainable agriculture\, local food systems\, and community connections to the land. Participants will gather their own grapes\, learn the jelly-making process step by step\, and leave with a deeper appreciation for how conservation helps preserve both working landscapes and traditional skills. \nRegistration and payment will take place through the Thousand Islands Arts Center. Please visit their website for details and to sign up.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/jelly-making-experience/
LOCATION:Zenda Farms Preserve
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SUMMARY:TILT’s and IRLC’s Lake Kayak Trek
DESCRIPTION:Join TILT and the IRLC for a group kayak. Paddle through calm waters as our naturalists point out local wildlife and share stories about the ecology and history of the area. As the leaves start to change\, this is a great chance to connect with nature\, enjoy breathtaking views\, and learn about the rich habitats that make this place so special. Bring your sense of adventure\, and leave ready to appreciate the lake from a whole new perspective! Equipment is provided. Space is limited. \nLocation for the kayak trek: Millsite Lake in Redwood and we will all meet at the boat launch located at 29410 Cottage Hill Road\, Redwood NY 13679. Thank you for your support! \nPlease click the link to register\, or by calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345. \n 
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/tilts-and-irlcs-lake-kayak-trek/
CATEGORIES:TILTrek
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000
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SUMMARY:Fall Stewardship Day
DESCRIPTION:Roll up your sleeves with the TILT Team at Potters Beach Preserve on Grindstone Island for a day of hands-on conservation.  Volunteers will clean the shoreline to help care for the land and water we love\, keeping the preserve healthy following the busy summer season. Lunch is provided by TILT as a token of our appreciation. Space is limited for transportation\, so reserve your spot today! \nRegister by clicking the link\, or by calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/fall-stewardship-day/
LOCATION:Potters Beach Preserve
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T110000
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SUMMARY:Annual Halloween Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 displaying native and exotic reptiles\, play Halloween-themed games\, get your face-painted and more! Whether you’re strolling through in costume or slithering alongside our reptilian friends\, this adventure promises thrills for all ages. All participants are encouraged to wear your Halloween costumes. And just like tradition\, expect some tricks and some treats on this special hike! \nPlease register by clicking the link\, or by calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.
URL:https://www.tilandtrust.org/event/annual-halloween-hike/
CATEGORIES:KidsTrek,TILTrek
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