Protecting Public lands. Empowering Communities.

We do more than just love the outdoors. We work every day to make it better, stronger, and more accessible for everyone. By leading advocacy efforts, hosting volunteer events, creating free resources and more, we’re here to make sure New York’s parks and trails are places we can all enjoy for generations to come.

Empire
State Trail towns

We help communities along the 750-mile Empire State Trail become trail-friendly tourism destinations, welcome more visitors, and boost local business.

genesee valley trail towns

PTNY supports a growing network of Trail Towns along the Genesee Valley Greenway in developing trail-focused economic opportunities.

A kayak launch into a lake with a tree and sign alongside.

park & trail partners

Park and Trail Partnership Grants provide state funding to nonprofit Friends groups that support New York’s incredible State Parks and Historic Sites.