ANNOUNCEMENTS
Northern Harrier, Bald Eagle, Tundra Swans, Rough-legged Hawk and Red-tailed Hawk were among the species spotted during a very successful wintertime bird watching tour hosted by OBI Land Trust on January 9, 2021.

The event observed social distance guidelines and was done by car caravan.

Lee Ellsworth, Land Steward for OBI Land Trust, led the group text event and provided informative messages about the bird life that was being spotted and their location. Participants brought their cameras, binoculars (and face masks, of course) as they enjoyed the driving tour around Point Peninsula in the Town of Lyme. The day included sightings of many species, including raptors and waterfowl.
​However, it has been noted that there have been fewer sightings of the ever-popular Snowy Owl, compared with the last few years. 

The wintertime bird-watching tour is always popular and we appreciate those who participated.
Look for more OBI events for 2021 to be listed here on our website in the coming weeks!
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Thank You
​Cross Island Farms
For Supporting Our
Downybrook Pavilion Project!
A new pavilion being planned to expand activities
at Downybrook Nature Reserve in
Brownville has received generous support
from Cross Island Farms! 
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​​OBI Land Trust can now be found
among the non-profit partners
listed on the sign at Copley House,
a community center on
Main Street in Chaumont, NY.

The historic building is owned and operated by the Lyme Community Foundation.

OBI Land Trust was started in Chaumont, NY in 1993 and uses the community center for meetings and office space!
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Welcome

OBI Land Trust is a non-profit land trust organization dedicated to the voluntary conservation and thoughtful stewardship of undeveloped, private land in Jefferson County, New York.
Our service area encompasses the towns of Brownville, Cape Vincent, Ellisburg, Henderson, Hounsfield, LeRay, Lyme and Pamelia
​and includes many miles of
Lake Ontario shoreline.

PROTECTING LAND ALONG
JEFFERSON COUNTY'S
LAKE ONTARIO
SHORELINE COMMUNITIES

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Conservation starts with people.  We are always looking for friendly faces interested in helping us fulfill our mission.  Join us in promoting conservation, building relationships, and preserving natural habitat. Become a friend!

Protected Properties

As a non-profit land trust, we work with landowners and conservation partners in the Towns of Brownville, Cape Vincent, Ellisburg, Henderson, Hounsfield, LeRay, Lyme, and Pamelia.  We are ready to discuss conservation, easement, and a host of opportunities!

News & Events

Programs in nature education are designed to get folks out into the great outdoors for an education and to have fun!  Enjoy birding, ecology tours, and fun , social get togethers with others who love the North Country!

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As an all volunteer land trust, every dollar contributes directly to education and preserving habitat for generations to come.  Join us and become a friend!