Otsego Land Trust

09/04/2026

Did you know that four of OLT’s six preserves have a small craft launch?

Imagine paddling on a crisp fall morning, surrounded by peak foliage and the sounds of migrating birds. As we begin to see the early signs of fall, now is the perfect time to plan a kayak or canoe trip!

Plan your visit to Brookwood Point, Compton Bridge, Deowongo Island, and Parslow Road Preserve today by visiting our website: https://otsegolandtrust.org/explore

📸: A. Douglas

09/01/2026

Read about Phoebe Schreiner's transition into leadership as Otsego Land Trust's executive director. This article appears in The Freeman's Journal & Hometown Oneonta's August 27, 2026 issue.

Since beginning her tenure, Schreiner has launched a comprehensive listening tour with stakeholders including landowners, partner organizations, donors, foundations, and current and former board members.

08/31/2026

Support climate resilience and wetlands during Mohawk Valley Gives!

Wetlands are a crucial part of our local ecosystems and help mitigate the effects of climate change. These areas absorb excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, prevent flooding, and host diverse flora and fauna. Otsego Land Trust has conserved many public and private lands that host wetlands.

Protect these vulnerable environments by donating during Mohawk Valley Gives on Friday, September 18th!

08/27/2026

🪶Enjoy a quiet moment at the Parslow Preserve trailhead, featuring the sounds of late summer!

☀️Visit one of our six preserves free and open to the public, dusk until dawn.
🌳Enjoy a hike, canoe trip, or even visit for family photos!
🐞You can find more information on our website: https://otsegolandtrust.org/explore

08/25/2026

We are excited to share that Parslow Preserve is now part of the NYS Birding Trail! Visit our website to learn more about this beautiful preserve. https://otsegolandtrust.org/parslow-road

The New York State Birding Trail has expanded to include three additional sites in the Central – Finger Lakes and Capital Regions. The three sites: Al Lorenz Park, Parslow Preserve, and Fort Hardy Park & Old Champlain Canal Towpath, provide outdoor experiences for the whole family.

🐦 Al Lorenz Park: Managed by Livingston County, this 80-acre park includes a small pond, wooded trails, restrooms, picnic tables, and additional park amenities that welcome many outdoor pursuits, including birding.

🐦 Parslow Preserve Conservation Area: Managed by Otsego Land Trust, this 86-acre property sits along Oaks Creek and boasts a diverse ecosystem with wetlands, hemlock groves, and bogs that support a thriving bird population.

🐦 Fort Hardy Park & Old Champlain Canal Towpath: Managed by the Village of Schuylerville and Friends of Fort Hardy Park, this site offers the benefits of a community park with great access to the Hudson River and the Old Champlain Canal Towpath.
The sites are just a few of the over 400 Birding Trail locations across DEC, State Parks, and community partner properties across the state.

To check out these new sites or other locationson the trail, visit the link in the comments below 👇

📷: Parslow Preserve Conservation Area, Otsego Land Trust

08/21/2026

Mark your calendar to support Otsego Land Trust on Friday, September 18th for Mohawk Valley Gives, a local day of giving for nonprofits in our region!

Every donation supports OLT’s mission to protect and conserve local farmland, forests, and waterways of the Upper Susquehanna.

Join us in the coming weeks to learn more about how to support Otsego Land Trust!

08/12/2026

You asked, and we listened: now offering elopements at Brookwood Point!

Enjoy the beautiful gardens for a simple lakeside ceremony. Celebrate your special day surrounded by the natural beauty of Otsego Lake. By choosing Brookwood Point, you support Otsego Land Trust’s mission to promote public access to nature.

The Basic Package, $500
💐Three hours for set-up, ceremony, and tear-down
💐25 chairs for guests
💐Unlimited time for photographs, sunrise to sunset

💐Archway and changing/storage space available for an additional fee

Booking is still available for 2026 and 2027. For more information, visit: https://otsegolandtrust.org/elopements

Send a message to learn more

08/10/2026

Otsego Land Trust is hiring!

Please see www.otsegolandtrust.org/joinourteam for details.

08/10/2026

Thank you to for their recent flower donation! Thanks to their generous support, the gardens at Brookwood Point are thriving. Now is the perfect time to take family photos, read a good book lakeside, or just walk and enjoy the flowers.

Visit Brookwood Point today!

🌷6000 State Highway 80
Cooperstown, NY 13326