Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has announced it will host a Grand Opening Celebration for the Essex Quarry Nature Preserve on September 18th, 2021. The preserve officially opened to the public on June 26th. CATS will host a Grand Opening Celebration on September 18th. This will … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails to host Essex Quarry Nature Preserve Opening Celebration
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Champlain Area Trails Earns National Recognition
Strong Commitment to Public Trust and Conservation Excellence One thing that unites us as a nation is land: Americans strongly support saving the open spaces they love. Since 2009, Champlain Area Trails has been doing just that for the people of the Champlain Valley and beyond. … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Earns National Recognition
New Nature Preserve in Essex, NY (PBS)
A new nature preserve in Essex, New York, is getting ready to welcome visitors. The 35 acres, just south of the ferry landing, is home to more than a mile of trails for both walking and cross-country skiing that surround an ancient limestone rock quarry that’s home to … [Read more...] about New Nature Preserve in Essex, NY (PBS)
Champlain Area Trails Announces Essex Quarry Nature Preserve Opening
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has announced it will open its Essex Quarry Nature Preserve trails on June 26th, 2021. CATS purchased the property in late 2019. The Essex Quarry Nature Preserve is located on the south edge of the hamlet, just a short distance from the Lake … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Announces Essex Quarry Nature Preserve Opening
New Nature Preserve Ready to Open in Essex, New York (WCAX)
A new nature preserve in Essex, New York, is getting ready to welcome visitors. The 35 acres of land is home to 1.5 miles of trails surrounding a rock quarry. You may even find a fossil or two in the limestone. The land was purchased by Champlain Area Trails. The nonprofit … [Read more...] about New Nature Preserve Ready to Open in Essex, New York (WCAX)