Save land and water – for people, for wildlife, forever!

IRLC protects 2,732 acres of land. In 2023, we added two new public preserves with trails and over 2,000 feet of shoreline. You can help us continue to expand protected land, save habitat, and serve our community.

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Cardinals in a tree

Winter Carnival Hike

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Owl in tree during winter
Steve Diehl

Protecting the Future: How IRLC is Advancing Land Conservation in New York

In an inspiring milestone for conservation, New York committed to the ambitious 30×30 initiative, a national effort to conserve 30% of lands and waters by…

Bob and Gail Wright standing in front of lake

A Legacy of Generosity

Bob and Gail Wright, originally from Syracuse and Massena respectively arrived on Millsite Lake in 2011. After very successful careers with Bristol Myers-Squibb, Bob and…

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Red Lake Shoreline

Saving a special place for all to enjoy

Thanks to Robert's legacy and Marilyn's commitment, together, we will be working make this a new public neighborhood conservation area.

blue skies reflected in the lake surrounded by fall folliage
Heidi Sourwine