Six Conservation Areas Open to the Public
If you visit one of our public lands, chances are you will see local legend Tom Walsh. When Tom found out he was in remission from cancer, he chose a unique path and dedicated his time to raising money for outdoor recreation and supporting hospital patients.
Access to Nature
“I hike hundreds of miles in Otsego County to raise money for causes like outdoor recreation. I include Otsego Land Trust properties that are open to the public - Lordsland Conservancy, Fetterley Forest, Parslow Road Preserve, Greenough Preserve, Compton Bridge Preserve, and Brookwood Point Conservation Area. Each of these properties is unique in its geography - from lakeside historic gardens to beautiful bird habitats and trout streams. Otsego Land Trust’s public properties connect people to special natural spaces.”
Access to nature is very important to human health - it can improve mood, reduce anxiety, increase levels of physical activity, and decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease. It can also raise awareness of the importance of the outdoors.
“I’m excited about Otsego Land Trust’s work to continue to expand access to spaces like these for everyone.”