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Exploring the Hidden Costs of Plastic
On Tuesday, May 5th, the Land Alliance welcomed supporters and friends in midtown Manhattan for a memorable, thought-provoking evening. It featured acclaimed environmental journalist Beth Gardiner, author of “Plastic Inc.”
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Oh DEER! Symposium: Addressing Challenges, Exploring Solutions
As most of us will bemoan, white-tailed deer have wrought havoc on our woodlands and other natural communities locally and throughout the eastern U.S. To address this devastating problem, the Land Alliance will partner with Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Suffolk and other organizations to host a deer symposium on August 11, 2026 at LIU Post.
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Land Alliance Installs Monarch Butterfly House at Wawapek Preserve
In 2025, North Shore Land Alliance received a grant from the New York State Conservation Partnership Program to launch a public education program about the iconic monarch butterfly. Monarchs are a beloved butterfly species, but their numbers are declining due to factors like habitat loss, increased pesticide use and climate change.
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Land Alliance Plans to Address Stormwater Runoff and Shoreline Erosion on Shore Road
For many years, stormwater runoff from Snake Hill Road in Lloyd Harbor has played a significant role in washing away a large section of the shoreline at our Shore Road Sanctuary in Cold Spring Harbor
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Meet Melanie Howard: Volunteer Steward of the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Melanie has been a committed Land Alliance volunteer for nearly five years. Her favorite place to spend time is the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden. She works there throughout the winter months to ensure the Garden is ready to welcome visitors each spring.
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