Environmental Clearing House

Founded in 1951, The Nature Conservancy is one of the leading conservation organizations. Based in Albany, N.Y., it has been working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. The organization operates in all 50 states and more than 30 countries protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs. The Nature Conservancy has more than one million members and has protected nearly 120 million acres worldwide. It has been named a "Top-Rated Charity" by the American Institute of Philanthropy.

Conserving Rural Landscapes - Connecting People to the Land. A non-profit organization that also includes a nature store.

Parks & Trails New York is the leading statewide advocate for parks and trails in New York State, dedicated to unlocking the potential of grassroots park and trail groups, inspiring New Yorkers to give back to the outdoor places they love, and protecting places to enjoy fresh air and outdoor activities. With a focus on enhancing, promoting, and stewarding parks, trails, historic sites, and public lands, Parks & Trails New York has awarded $1.8 million in grants to 27 non-profit organizations across the state, supporting projects that align with the NYS Parks Centennial celebration. Additionally, they offer fully-supported tours, such as Cycle the Hudson Valley, and provide resources and advocacy for the development of the Empire State Trail, the longest multi-use trail in the nation. Parks & Trails New York is committed to preserving and expanding New York's growing Greenway Trail Network, as well as charting a future for the state's greenway trail network and state park system. They are currently hiring for a Data and Mapping Coordinator position, which will contribute to their innovative analyses and planning efforts. With upcoming events like Canal Clean Sweep and Cycle the Erie Canal, Parks & Trails New York continues to engage the community and promote outdoor recreation opportunities.Generated from the website