Treks
TILTreks, KidsTreks and TILTKids Day Camp are free and open to the public. These exciting programs get you out on the land to experience the natural world in the Thousand Islands.
TILTreks
These include birding, hiking, kayaking, history outings, as well as Stewardship Days and other volunteer events.
KidsTreks
Featuring great kid-oriented activities like “Ichthyologist for a Day” when we visit Thousand Islands Biological Station on Governor’s Island and learn what it is like to be a real scientist.
TILTKids Day Camp
A special themed program with several activities aimed at exploring the theme more completely. Camps have included Invasive Inspectors, Let’s Migrate, and Nature Rocks!
Upcoming Treks
Grindstone Island Mule Tour
Grindstone IslandThursday, July 31st, 8:30am-3:30pm – Grindstone Island Mule Tour – Grindstone Island (Meet at the TILT Office in Clayton for boat transportation) Join us for TILT’s legendary tour aboard motorized […]
“Ichthyologist (Fish Scientist) for a Day” KidsTrek with TIBS
Thousand Islands Biological Station (TIBS)Wednesday, August 6th, 10am-12pm: “Ichthyologist (Fish Scientist) for a Day” KidsTrek with TIBS – Thousand Islands Biological Station (TIBS), Governor’s Island Join TILT, Dr. John Farrell and the TIBS crew […]
Common Tern Nesting Grid Removal
Eagle Wing Shoals & Tidd IslandTuesday, August 12th, 8:30am-11am: Common Tern Nesting Grid Removal – Eagle Wing Shoals & Tidd Island The Thousand Islands Land Trust and conservation partner Save The River need volunteers to […]
Farmyard Fun Day KidsTrek
Zenda Farms PreserveFriday, August 15th, 1pm-3pm: Farmyard Fun Day KidsTrek – Zenda Farms Preserve, Clayton Join TILT for a special KidsTrek celebrating the vital connection between farming, land stewardship, and conservation. Whether […]
Zenda Community Garden
Looking for fresh vegetables and a space to garden? Join the Zenda Community Garden! We provide the land, you help plant, tend, and harvest.
The Zenda Community Garden provides space for local community members to grow fresh, locally produced fruits and vegetables.
Applications for garden space are accepted in early spring every year along with a $35/family fee. Call the TILT Office today for current availability at (315) 686-5345.
Hunting Permits
Conservation and hunting are vital for maintaining healthy ecosystems and balanced wildlife populations. TILT ensures both by carefully managing its lands, allowing sustainable hunting that supports wildlife management, while also preserving critical habitats through its conservation efforts, ensuring these natural spaces thrive for future generations.
Public access for deer hunting is allowed on select TILT Preserves through our permit program. We do not issue public hunting permits for turkey hunting, waterfowl hunting, or trapping. Currently, TILT allows deer hunting on both Crooked Creek and Grindstone Island Preserves. Applications can be filled out by clicking the links below:
Crooked Creek Hunting Application
Grindstone Hunting Application
If you have any questions pertaining to hunting permits please feel free to contact Stewardship Director, Ken Nims at knims@tilandtrust.org, or by calling the TILT office at 315-686-5345.