"Collaborate, communicate and advocate... positively. These were the general sentiments shared at the recent public forum held by Essex Initiatives, an all-volunteer organization in Essex that strives to improve the quality of life for all who live, work and recreate in our … [Read more...] about Collaborate, Communicate and Advocate (The Sun)
Archives for March 2016
Lakeside School: Nourishing the Senses through the Festivals of the Year
Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm offers birth –3rd grade education and Farm and Forest Summer Camp based on the Waldorf philosophy on a working farm in Essex, NY. Nourishing the Senses through the Festivals of the Year By Robin Gucker We are all familiar with the … [Read more...] about Lakeside School: Nourishing the Senses through the Festivals of the Year
Why Bobcats Should Be Protected
Many of the once great wildcats of North America have been persecuted to extinction or have had their numbers dramatically decreased. In my previous post, "Lynx rufus: Our Resilient Bobcat," I explained how the Bobcat has persevered in our region; however, some are pushing to … [Read more...] about Why Bobcats Should Be Protected
A Summary of the Conservation Easement Process
We’ve talked about what a conservation easement (CE) is, provided some examples, discussed working forest/farm easements and forever wild easements, and what is in an easement. For those wondering what is still to come, we’ll get into monitoring easements, the cost of easements, … [Read more...] about A Summary of the Conservation Easement Process
Vintage Photo: Lake Champlain Bridge
Every Monday we share an image on the Essex on Lake Champlain Facebook page and invite our viewers to play some Vintage Essex Trivia. The featured photo above we shared last week — it's not in Essex, but it's an important local landmark on Lake Champlain. Do you recognize the … [Read more...] about Vintage Photo: Lake Champlain Bridge