Battenkill Conservancy

Battenkill Conservancy Primarily an all volunteer organization promoting clean water & open space by preserving & enhancing the Battenkill watershed

The Battenkill Conservancy ("BkC") began as a grassroots organization in 1990 to focus on the preservation and enhancement of river and the watershed. Its reach includes over 500 local, regional, national and international members, supporters and partners. BkC was instrumental in creating the 525 acre Battenkill Forest, the 530 acre Eldridge Swamp Preserve, the popular State Line Route 313 Rest Ar

ea & Visitor Center. Three additional preserves held by BkC include the 17 acre Livingston Brook Heron Rookery in Greenwich, NY, the 11 acre Schmidt Meadow Preserve in Jackson, NY and the 3 acre Rexleigh Marble Mill in Salem, NY. Our goals include:

- Land Conservation to protect aquifers and water supplies.
- Habitat protection.
- Outdoor education to promote appreciation of the environment.
- Access to the river for all. BkC identified two focus areas:

1. Continued protection for land along the river corridor and its tributaries, including restoration of degraded aquatic and riparian habitats.

2. Increase ecological awareness among the user groups so that we proactively safeguard the river against uninformed overuse. By working with the various groups, schools, colleges, local governments and the general public, BkC hopes to build environmental literacy and instill an appreciation for the watershed that includes respect for the ecosystem, shared responsibility for its well-being, and the experience of a special sense of place.

05/30/2026

"Clean, cold & connected" = healthy streams! Well said during Berkshire-Taconic Regional Conservation Partnership partners meeting by Trout Unlimited's Erin Rodgers. Shaded & free flowing means healthy waters for all!

Great to reconnect and have "water and watersheds" be the focus of the presentations. A clean Battenkill starts with ta...
05/30/2026

Great to reconnect and have "water and watersheds" be the focus of the presentations. A clean Battenkill starts with taking care of the little streams that flow into the river. Thanks to the Berkshire-Taconic Regional Conservation Partnership and the presenters for a great day.

Add it your calendar -Sat June 6th 10am
05/24/2026

Add it your calendar -
Sat June 6th 10am

& .park volunteers ensure access & safety & trails for bikers of all ages.
05/22/2026

& .park volunteers ensure access & safety & trails for bikers of all ages.

Our collaboration with WCSW NY Soil & Water to test 15 Battenkill tributaries this summer is part of our commitment to c...
05/20/2026

Our collaboration with WCSW NY Soil & Water to test 15 Battenkill tributaries this summer is part of our commitment to clean water & open space in the Battenkill watershed.

Thanks to a great team at , these ladies rode nesrly a 100 miles problem free on some great 2nd hand bikes! Next stop a ...
05/19/2026

Thanks to a great team at , these ladies rode nesrly a 100 miles problem free on some great 2nd hand bikes! Next stop a future Battenkill Rail Trail 🤞

What do all these have in common? Besides BkC hosting our monthly board meetings at the Greenwich Free Library, without ...
05/18/2026

What do all these have in common? Besides BkC hosting our monthly board meetings at the Greenwich Free Library, without the support, cooperation and upbeat nature of the staff, these events would not necessarily happen in our backyard. We are able to have our Annual Speaker Series, bring educational events and teach people about water quality through fun exhibits like our Picky Bugs table. Make sure you get out tomorrow and vote to support this Jewel of our community!

Riparian Forest Walk on Sat June 6th at our Schmidt Meadow Preserve, Chief Ecologist & local Greenwich resident shares ...
05/18/2026

Riparian Forest Walk on Sat June 6th at our Schmidt Meadow Preserve, Chief Ecologist & local Greenwich resident shares his love & expertise of trees, plants & fauna. Come learn why this 11 acre, 2000 feet of riverfront floodplain is so important to a healthy watershed. More info on our FB event page.

Great opportunity for student artists!
05/13/2026

Great opportunity for student artists!

Make your Voice Heard for Clean Water…
02/06/2026

Make your Voice Heard for Clean Water…

Address

PO Box 327, 15 West Main Street
Cambridge, NY
12816

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+15186772545

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