Articles, Press Releases, and Announcements

In Order of Publication Date
$1.6 Million Award Will Launch Construction at Sunken Meadow Marsh
September 29, 2026 — New funding will support the first construction phase of a major effort to restore and strengthen one of Long Island's most important coastal marshes.
A Summer of Momentum at Crab Meadow Marsh
September 14, 2026 — From wildlife discoveries to golf ball cleanups, we continued to lay the groundwork for an ambitious restoration effort.
Celebrate Latino Conservation Week 2026 With a Full Day of Events at Sunken Meadow State Park
September 02, 2026 — ¡Celebre la semana latina de conservación!
Surveying Bobolinks to prevent chick mortality
August 31, 2026 — Grasslands are vulnerable to mowing and other disturbance during nesting, so knowing a Bobolink's breeding "schedule" can help save the species.
Wood Thrush stands on a branch, white chest with brown spots.
Wood Thrush Quadrupled at this Hudson Valley Sanctuary
August 27, 2026 — A series of bird-friendly forestry actions brought 27 species back to Rheinstrom Hill Ä¢¹½Av Sanctuary, including Wood Thrush and Black-throated Blue Warblers.
Intern Ay-Zoh Shaw looks into a Purple Martin nest box alongside another volunteer.
Becoming "BFFs" with Purple Martins at the Montezuma Ä¢¹½Av Center
July 30, 2026 — Intern Ay-Zoh Shaw shares their experience monitoring a Purple Martin colony over the summer
Three people in live vests in a green canoe on the water.
How Habitat Restoration in the Montezuma Wetlands Complex is Saving Endangered Black Terns
July 30, 2026 — Intern Olivia Mathews shares her experience with Black Terns and the restoration work helping their populations grow!
Building a Bird Haven, One Habitat at a Time
June 24, 2026 — One young steward's patchwork of meadow, shrubs, and forest is bringing back birds to his family's land.
A group of students in bright red and yellow canoes birding while in the water.
Montezuma Ä¢¹½Av Center Honored as Hobart and William Smith Colleges "Community Partner of the Year"
June 16, 2026 — Since 2012, the center has welcomed students on field trips, volunteer days, and through a growing internship program.
Two students and two teachers stand with Lexi Klahn during Youth Advocacy Day.
Hudson Valley Students and Teachers Bring “Youth Climate Summit� Experiences to Albany for Youth Advocacy Day
June 16, 2026 — This annual event connects legislators with student constituents across New York.