Who We Are

Founded in 1988 by a dedicated group of local citizens, the Woodstock Land Conservancy is a non-profit land trust. We are run by a small staff and an all-volunteer Board of Directors. At its core, WLC is an ever-growing community of dedicated and generous volunteers, supporters, and community members who share a passionate love and respect for the land and the unique place we live. WLC owns and manages undeveloped land and works with landowners to permanently protect their property through conservation easements and by acquiring their land through donation or sale. We also provide nature education and outdoor activities to the community. Because we operate in the public interest, WLC depends on private donations to carry out its work. It is our strong foundation in the community that makes it possible to protect land that otherwise would be lost forever. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn how you can become part of our work!

Breaking News!

Results from the August 29th Special Town of Kingston Planning Board Meeting on 850 Route 28 Project

The PB adopted the following Resolution, which included rescinding the Negative Declaration (SEQRA), and additionally noted the inclusion of the Town Board as an involved agency related to a zoning issue for the site that needs to be attended to. The Planning Board will continue as Lead Agency.

This is wonderful news and the direct result of the efforts of so many of you. There is much more ahead of us, so please keep informed. Thank you for the great start.

OSI to Begin Trail Construction on Property Adjacent to Bluestone Wild Forest
New trail to improve connectivity, access, and recreation in the Catskill Park
Click here to read the full Press Release

Saugerties Construction & Demolition Debris Dumping Public Hearing Continues (5th time)!
The State Supreme Court hearing with Judge Mott scheduled to hear arguments from the town of Saugerties about why "stop work" orders it issued should be enforced. The hearing is open to the public, but no public comments are invited.
Wednesday, September 11th at 11:30am 
Please inquire at the Courthouse where Judge Mott will be hearing this case as the locale may change.
Ulster County Courthouse, 285 Wall Street, Kingston.

Attorneys for Karolys, Saugerties square off in State Supreme Court over C&D dumps
by Christina Coulter, August 22, 2019, for The Saugerties Times
Read the full article here

Upcoming Events

Longyear Farm Day 2019
October 12, 2019

WLC's annual "funraiser" is coming back for its 6th year!

Come on down to Longyear Farm right in the heart of Woodstock enjoy delicious hamburgers, food from your favorite local restaurants, and a whole lot of fun for the whole family.

Special thanks to the Longyear family for graciously hosting this much-beloved event!

Would you like to volunteer at Longyear Farm Day? Would you like to join the Longyear Farm Day planning committee? Would your business like to sponsor the event? Email Ellie Reese at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out how.

Citizen Action

Manufacturing Facility Proposed Adjacent to Onteora Lake, Bluestone Wild Forest, and Newly Acquired OSI Property

Check out our new project Facebook page.
SAVE ONTEORA LAKE, PICKEREL POND & BLUESTONE WILD FOREST
We have moved the project information from the WLC FB page to one devoted to the project.
For questions or to be added to our 850 Route 28 project email list email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Bluestone Wild Forest Citizen Group Meetings
Join other citizens at weekly Wednesday & Friday night meetings.
5:30 to 8pm at the Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall St. Kingston. Entrance on Wall St.
Focus is developing a cohesive strategy and building an organized group of neighbors who oppose this project.
Request to join the Facebook group - Bluestone Forest

Whether you are Town of Kingston or not, if you have time, capability and interest to be more involved do let us know, and which categories below are of interest. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Note any special skills and experience you have. Project areas include:

Press/Public Relations
Grass Roots Campaigning
Legal
Environmental Issues
Fundraising
Economic Development
Elected Officials, Agency Outreach

Please continue to spread the word. If you know others who would like to join our Constant Contact email list, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 
Many thanks for your advocacy.

Project-related links:

Read WLC's 850 Route 28 Fact Sheet here

Click here to listen to 850 Route 28 -- Radio Interview, Radio Kingston with Jon Bowermaster

Click here to listen to 850 Route 28 -- Radio Interview, Radio Kingston with Hillary Harvey

Read the Hudson Valley One article published after the July 15th proceedings here

Read the Daily Freeman's article published after the July 15th proceedings here

Read WLC's Letter to the editor published in the Daily Freeman Monday, July 15th here

Any questions, please contact Woodstock Land Conservancy Executive Director, Maxanne Resnick.
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