Featured Event
George w. perkins reception
October 15
Celebrate conservation leadership and individuals who have made significant contributions to protecting public lands.
September 18-19
statewide friends conference
Join Friends groups from across New York to share ideas, build skills, and strengthen the collective impact of grassroots stewardship groups.
October 15
George w. Perkins reception
Celebrate conservation leadership and individuals who have made significant contributions to protecting public lands.
November 5
Southern tier greenways planning summit
Explore the regional opportunities and challenges to expanding, connecting, and enhancing greenway trails across New York’s Southern Tier.
february 2027
park & Public lands advocacy day
PTNY’s annual event where park supporters meet with lawmakers in Albany to advocate for funding and policies that support New York’s parks, trails, and public lands.
April 2027
canal clean sweep
Our volunteer-driven cleanup event held across New York’s canal system to celebrate Earth Day and prepare the canals for the upcoming Spring recreation season.
may 2027
i love my park day
Join the state’s largest single-day volunteer event where New Yorkers come together to improve their favorite state parks through cleanup and enhancement projects.
July 10-18, 2027
cycle the erie canal
PTNY’s annual eight-day bike tour along the Erie Canalway Trail from Buffalo to Albany, highlighting rich history, scenic landscapes, and vibrant canal towns.
august 2027
cycle the hudson valley
Our fully-supported 5-day bike tour along the Empire State Trail from Troy to NYC, showcasing the natural beauty, history, and cultural sites of the iconic Hudson Valley.
