Posts by irlc2014
Stronger Together: How Lake Leaders Are Safeguarding Indian River Lakes
The Vital Role of Lake Leaders Summits The health and vitality of the Indian River Lakes are critical to the well-being of our local communities, both environmentally and economically. To…
Read MoreThe Threat of Water Chestnuts: Why Vigilance Matters for Our Lakes
Many of our Indian River Lakes have already faced significant challenges from invasive species like Eurasian milfoil—a fast-growing aquatic plant that can choke out native vegetation and make recreation difficult.…
Read MoreHonoring our work together, IRLC announces leadership transition
The Indian River Lakes Conservancy (IRLC) announced today that Executive Director Heidi Sourwine will be stepping down in May to take a new position as Associate Director at Tug Hill…
Read MoreExecutive Director Job Description
Job Title: Executive Director Location: Redwood NY (hybrid, in office daily is not needed) Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000 annually with bonus potential Employment Type: Full-time About Us: The Indian…
Read MoreCaring for the land and for each other on Earth Day
At a time when it feels like so much pulls us apart, something remarkable happens when people come together, roll up their sleeves, and care—for the land, for each other,…
Read MoreA Trail Cleared, A Memory Made
One spring morning, a small group of volunteers gathered at Redwood Hill Preserve. Their mission was simple: clear fallen branches from the trails after a long winter. No one thought…
Read MoreLet’s get ahead, together!
Dear Friends, At IRLC, we are committed to protecting the land, water, and experiences that make the Indian River Lakes region so special. But right now, we’re facing a challenge:…
Read MoreReflections from Outgoing Board Chair Stephen Swallow
Serving as the Board Chair of the Indian River Lakes Conservancy has been an honor. Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of working alongside a dedicated…
Read MoreWhy Winter Adventures Matter More Than You Think
Finding Herself on the Trail: A Homeschool Mom’s Winter Adventure Bundling up her kids and getting them outside in the middle of winter isn’t always easy. But for one homeschooling…
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