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Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament Score one for the lake by sponsoring the tournament. Please complete this form to submit your sponsorship registration and player information. Sposorship Level * Platinum Sponsor - $5,000 Gold Sponsor - $1,000 Silver Sponsor - $500 Bronze Sponsor - $250 Friend of the Lake Sponsor - $150 Dinner Reservation - $50 per person Sponsor Name: First Name Last Name Street Address City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Phone (1) Golfer First Name (1) Golfer's Home Club Email (1) Golfer Last Name (1) Club Phone (1) Handicap (2) Golfer First Name (2) Golfer's Home Club (2) Golfer Last Name (2) Club Phone (2) Handicap (3) Golfer First Name (3) Golfer's Home Club (3) Golfer Last Name (3) Club Phone (3) Handicap (4) Golfer First Name (4) Golfer's Home Club (4) Golfer Last Name (4) Club Phone (4) Handicap (5) Golfer First Name (5) Golfer's Home Club (5) Golfer Last Name (5) Club Phone (5) Handicap (6) Golfer First Name (6) Golfer's Home Club (6) Golfer Last Name (6) Club Phone (6) Handicap Additional Dinner Reservations - $50 per person Send

The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established to preserve and enhance the water quality, scenic beauty, and ecological health of the lakes, streams, wetlands and watersheds of the Chautauqua, NY, region. CWC pursues its mission through land conservation, environmental education and watershed stewardship. Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Up boxes Explore Our Preserves Discover our 30+ nature preserves and plan your next outdoor adventure! Caring for Your Yard Learn what you can do in your own yard to improve water quality and wildlife habitat! Conserving Your Land Learn how to help conserve natural areas for a healthier Chautauqua region! Upcoming Events See what's on the calendar and join us at our upcoming events! Welcome to the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is a nationally accredited 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that was established in 1990 to preserve and enhance the quality, scenic beauty, and ecological health of the lands and waters of the Chautauqua (NY) region for our community. Our organization pursues its mission through land conservation and restoration, environmental education, and watershed stewardship. We currently own and manage more than 35 nature preserves, all of which are open to the public for outdoor recreation and refreshment. We provide educational programs to raise the community’s awareness of the connection between land use and the quality and quantity of our water resources, our quality of life and the economic prosperity of our region. We also provide technical assistance to landowners, businesses and municipalities so that they can better understand and implement the best land, wildlife and water resource management practices for our region.

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Events Calendar Upcoming Events Trivia Takeover Mar 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Brazil Lounge, 10 E 4th St, Jamestown, NY 14701, USA CWC is taking over Tuesday Trivia Night at Brazil Lounge for a fun, community-powered evening in support of clean water and healthy lands. Learn more Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Apr 01, 2026, 11:30 AM SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 280 Central Ave, Fredonia, NY 14063, USA Director of Conservation Twan Leenders will be giving a lecture on protecting the greater Chautauqua region's lands and waters for our community as part of SUNY Fredonia Brown Bag Lunch Series. Learn more Wine on the Trail at Salomon Apr 17, 2026, 6:00 PM Salomon Family Nature Preserve, 4135 Morris Rd, Sherman, NY 14781 Sip, stroll, and learn more about our trails while building community. Learn more "The Big Year" Film Screening Apr 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E 4th St, Jamestown, NY 14701, USA Join us for a special Earth Day celebration at the Robert H. Jackson Center for a screening of the beloved birding comedy "The Big Year." Learn More & RSVP Earth Day Expo at SUNY Fredonia Apr 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM SUNY Fredonia Campus, 280 Central Ave, Fredonia, NY 14063, USA Are you eager to explore the Chautauqua County community or curious about making a positive impact on the planet? Join us at the Earth Day Expo at SUNY Fredonia. Learn more Westfield Nursery Native Plant Event May 02, 2026, 10:00 AM Westfield Nursery, 8320 US-20, Westfield, NY 14787, USA Westfield Nursery and Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy are partnering to share information about native plants and offer them for local purchase. Learn more Multiple Dates Weekly Preserve Trail Cleanup Days May 06, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Meeting at a different preserve each week Do you enjoy working with a dedicated team? Are you not afraid of getting dirty and enjoy the gratification of a hard job well done? Join our trail cleanup crew. Learn More & RSVP Community Update Dinner & Special Announcement May 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Plum Bush House, 4541 Chautauqua-Stedman Rd, Mayville, NY 14757, USA Celebrate our successes and learn about an exciting next chapter for the organization. Learn More & RSVP Mothers Day Wildflower Walk (10:00 a.m.) May 10, 2026, 10:00 AM Bentley Nature Preserve, 2960 Bentley Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701, USA Enjoy the beauty of nature with a mother figure in your life as you explore lush landscapes bursting with spring on this annual walk at Bentley Nature Preserve. Learn More & RSVP Mothers Day Wildflower Walk (1:00 p.m.) May 10, 2026, 1:00 PM Bentley Nature Preserve, 2960 Bentley Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701, USA Enjoy the beauty of nature with a mother figure in your life as you explore lush landscapes bursting with spring on this annual walk at Bentley Nature Preserve. Learn More & RSVP Wine on the Trail at David & Margaret Naetzker Preserve May 15, 2026, 6:00 PM David & Margaret Naetzker Preserve, 5036 NY-474, Ashville, NY 14710 Sip, stroll, and learn more about our trails while building community. Learn more Annual Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament Jun 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Chautauqua Golf Club, 4731 W Lake Rd, Chautauqua, NY The Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament at Chautauqua Golf Club has raised net proceeds of more than $345,000 for Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy in the 13 year partnership of the event. Our goal for the 2026 tournament is to raise $40,000. Can you help us? Learn more

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Explore Our Preserves Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy currently owns and manages 35 nature preserves located throughout Chautauqua County. The conservation of natural areas provides benefits to our health, our happiness and our economy. Most of our preserves are open to the public from dawn until dusk and offer diverse opportunities for education and passive recreational activities and also help to protect important conservation values such as water and air quality, forest health, scenic beauty, and plant and animal biodiversity and habitat. Before visiting one of our preserves , please review our preserve visitor guidelines , and if you see any issues that need attention on a preserve, please send us a trail report . 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Gifts of Stock and IRA Distributions How to Donate Stock Each stock gift we receive strengthens our programmatic work while providing tax benefits for supporters. Account and Contact Details Our legal name: Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, Inc. Brokerage account: LPL The LPL contact for our account is Gary Barnes, and his phone number is 814.726.1610. Account number: 43980042 DTC number: 0075 The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy contact for stock donations is Whitney Gleason, she can be reached at 716.664.2166 ext. 1006 Click here if you would like a printable/emailable pdf of the above information Benefits of Donating Stock A federal income charitable contribution tax deduction based on the stock’s fair market value on the date of the gift (up to 30% of your adjusted gross income) if the stock was owned for more than one year; Carryover of the deduction for up to five additional years if the fair market value of the gift is more than 30% of your adjusted gross income; and Avoidance of capital gains tax that is due when you sell appreciated stock. Note: Stock owned for one year or less is considered a short-term asset and usually won’t produce attractive tax benefits. Also, if stock has decreased in value, selling it and making a cash gift is often more beneficial. You can take a capital loss on federal taxes and still enjoy a charitable deduction up to 50% of your adjusted gross income. To make a donation of stock to the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy please provide your contact and shares information below, and then send the account and contact details to your broker. PLEASE be sure to fill out the form before sending the information to your broker – often shares come through as anonymous, leaving us without a way to properly credit and acknowledge your gift. Your information is important to us because you are important to us, and we want to be able to thank you! Name Phone Number Email Name of stock being donated Number of shares being transferred: Add another stock: Name Add another stock: Qty Submit Thanks for submitting!

Webinars & Other Videos Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Our Lakeshore Connection Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing 08:28 Play Video Our Lakeshore Connection Now Playing 03:07 Play Video Our Lakeshore Connection Part 1: Understanding Your Lake Now Playing 05:20 Play Video Our Lakeshore Connection Part 2: Creating Your Lakeshore Oasis

Endowment Fund Leave a Legacy - Give to our Endowment Fund! An endowment fund is a long-term investment tool that generates ongoing annual support for a nonprofit organization by providing a steady stream of income from the fund’s earned interest. When you donate to our endowment fund, you’re not just making a donation – you’re making an investment in clean water, healthy ecosystems, and protected natural spaces across the Chautauqua region. It means that your gift will help protect these essential resources not just for today - but for every year to come. Our endowment fund is professionally managed by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. Use the link below to make your endowment gift and help ensure that our mission for healthier, more resilient lands and waters endures for generations! Donate Here! For more information, reach out to our Director of Development, Justina Dore, at justina@chautauquawatershed.org . or 716-664-2166 x1011.

Board Director Openings Do you have a passion for conservation and are looking to get more involved? We'd love to chat with you about possibly joining our awesome volunteer board of directors! If you don’t already know, we are a local not-for-profit land trust working to conserve and restore natural areas for habitat and wildlife protection, water quality, and climate resiliency in and around Chautauqua County. As one of our board members, you will help guide and set our organization’s priorities, policies, and strategic goals and serve as an advocate to promote our mission, programs, and activities to the community. Our board members also serve on at least one of our advisory committees, letting you get more “hands on” in an area that speaks to your particular interests or expertise. If you’re interested in this opportunity to have a meaningful impact on protecting our natural resources, please reach out to us at info@chautauquawatershed.org . We are welcoming of all backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets and would love to hear from you!

Chautauqua Lake Outlet Greenway Preserve The Chautauqua Lake Outlet Greenway in the Town of Ellicott comprises eight parcels of property along the Chadakoin River, Chautauqua Lake’s primary outlet. This vegetation-heavy preserve is popular for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. It also offers a lovely view from the water, making it a common destination for boaters and kayakers. Size: 83 acres Year Conserved by CWC: 2008-2014 Address: 3361 Old Fluvanna Road, Jamestown, NY Conservation Values: Much of the Greenway designated as is a Class I wetland, due to its size, diversity of vegetative communities and presence of rare or threatened species. In addition to preserving an important habitat, the wetlands on these properties slow and filter water as it heads into the Chadakoin River. Recreational Use: The Greenway is a popular location for birdwatching, hiking and studying vegetation. The waterfront is perfect for fishing and boating, and there are several waterfowl blinds on the shoreline. Location and Parking: Access to the railroad berm from the end of Denslow Road is currently the most convenient access, with a small parking area at the Pump Station building and a connection to a primitive hiking trail. There also is an entrance on Fluvanna Avenue, featuring a wooden kiosk and bench, as well as a mucky primitive hiking trail that runs from the kiosk south to the railroad berm. Additionally, access via Old Fluvanna Road has a grass trail beginning near the road, continuing through a metal gate and ending at a residential yard. Entering from the south is limited to boat access from Chautauqua Lake. Features of Interest: This wetland is forested with broad-leaved deciduous trees and is seasonally flooded or saturated. SPECIES OF INTEREST: T rees: big shellbark hickory (Carya laciniosa), locust (Robinia pseudoacacia), Eastern white pine (Pinus strobus), silver maple (Acer saccarinum) Mussels and Crayfishes: Mussels have been found extensively in the watershed, including kidneyshell (Ptychobranchus fasciolaris), eastern pondmussel (Ligumia nasuta), clubshell (Pleurobema clava) and rayed bean (Villosa fabalis). Three species of crayfish are found in Chautauqua Lake drainage, including Orconectes obscurus. Reptiles and Amphibians: The following species of streamside salamanders, which are considered species of concern, include the northern dusky salamander (Desmognathus fuscus) and Allegheny dusky salamander (D. ochophaeus). Mudpuppy (Necturus punctatus) and short-headed garter snake (Thamnophis brachycepaha). Turtles include the spiny softshell turtle (Apalone spinifera) and painted turtle (Chrysemys picta). Fish: Being that it is the only part of the Mississippi drainage in New York State, the Chautauqua Lake watershed is home to several Mississippi drainage fish, including tongue-tied minnow (Exoglossum laurae), silver shiner (Notropis photogenis), eastern sand darter (Etheostoma pellucidum) and black redhorse (Moxostoma duquesnei). Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) is native to Chautauqua Lake. Other important sport fish include walleye (Sander vitreum) and largemouth and smallmouth bass (Micopterus salmoides and M. dolomieu). Mammals: Woodland jumping mouse (Napaeozapus insignis), northern flying squirrel (Glaucomys sabrinus), starnose mole (Condylura cristata), red fox (Vulpes fulva), beaver (Castor canadensis) Birds: Chautauqua Lake is designated an Important Bird Area (IBA) by the National Audubon Society, used by migrating and wintering waterfowl including loons, grebes and terns. Also found here are bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), osprey (Pandion haliaetus), northern harrier (Circus cyaneus) and typical forest and suburban species. The sedge wren (Cistothorus plantensisi), pied-billed grebe (Podilymbus podiceps), least bittern (Ixobrychus exilis), common loon (Gavia immer), ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis), Henslow’s sparrow (Ammodramus henslowii), clay colored sparrow (Spizella pallida) and great blue heron (Ardea Herodias) are a few of the vulnerable bird species found at sites in the watershed. Wildflowers, shrubs and grasses: tall ironweed (Vernonia gigantea), toad shade (Trillium sessile), Cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis), wild chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), mad cap skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), purple-stemmed aster (Symphyotrichum puniceum), riverbank grape (Vitis riparia), eastern cottonwood (Populus deltoides), turtlehead (Chelone glabra) Aquatic Plants : Hill’s pondweed (Potamogeton hillii), floating pennywort (Hydrocotyle ranunculoides)

WNY Wildway Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is proud to partner with the Western New York Land Conservancy on the Western New York Wildway – an ambitious, long-term plan to protect and connect the largest of our region's remaining tracts of wildlife habitat. The WNY Wildway will connect the vast forests of the Allegheny Mountains to the Great Lakes – and beyond. It will form part of the Eastern Wildway, which runs all the way from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico. The WNY Wildway will allow plants and animals to roam across the land as they once did, to move as climate changes, and to expand their ranges and ensure their survival. It will allow wildlife that have disappeared from our region to return home. As a lead partner of the WNY Wildway Partner Network, the Conservancy will continue its mission to protect the lands and waters within the WNY Wildway project area. The Conservancy serves as the co-chair of the Southern Region of the WNY Wildway Partner Network, a coalition of groups–including municipalities, Indigenous Nations, state and federal agencies, and community members–committed to building and supporting the WNY Wildway. Visit https://www.wnylc.org/wnywildway to learn more and for resources to implement wildway-friendly practices on your property!

PRESERVE VISITOR GUIDELINES When visiting our preserves, please follow these guidelines and safety measures: Visitation Hours & Access Access to and use of our nature preserves is free and open to the public year-round from sunrise to sunset, except for our Houston Hollow Preserve, which is only open by special appointment, and the Bear Lake Wetlands due to the sensitive habitat and mostly wet nature of the site. Safety & Comfort Reminders Wear sunscreen and insect repellent Wear closed-toed and weatherproof footwear that is suitable for walking and hiking Long-sleeved pants and shirts are also recommended to help protect visitors from poison ivy, ticks, and other insects Remain cognizant of your surroundings and bring a compass or other orienteering device Permitted Activities Hiking and walking Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing (in winter when there is adequate snow cover) Bird and wildlife watching Nature study and photography Geocaching Hunting and fishing – at certain locations only Prohibited Activities Feeding, handling, trapping, releasing or disturbing wildlife Picking, collecting, eating, or removing flowers, plants or fruits Camping or building fires Using scooters, ATVs, snowmobiles or other motorized vehicles or toys Bringing or using cigarettes, e-cigarettes, drugs, or alcohol on the premises (note: alcohol may be used in the case of special events held by the Conservancy and in accordance with all New York State laws) Leaving anything behind - please carry out everything that you carry in Pets Dogs are welcome on our preserves but must be leashed at all times to keep them, other dogs, people, and wildlife safe. No exceptions. Dog poop must be bagged and taken with you when you leave. Please plan to bring your own pet waste bags. Hunting & Fishing Hunting and/or fishing is permitted on some of our nature preserves. Please see the Explore our Preserves page to see which preserves are open to these activities. All local and state hunting and fishing laws and seasons must be followed at all times on all Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy preserves. Prior permission is required to hunt on our preserves. Please contact our land specialist, Bethany O'Hagan, at 716-664-2166 x1007 or 716-204-9083 or bethany@chautauquawatershed.org to request permission.

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Accreditation We’ve earned national land trust accreditation ! In February 2024 , Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy became a nationally accredited land trust through the Land Trust Accreditation Commission (an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance ), demonstrating our strong commitment to national standards of excellence in both land conservation and organizational governance. Accreditation is a mark of distinction and only awarded to land trusts who have completed a very rigorous review process and successfully shown fiscal accountability, strong organizational leadership, sound transactions, and lasting stewardship of the lands they conserve. The accreditation seal identifies land trusts who are accredited and meet national standards for excellence, uphold the public trust, and ensure that conservation efforts are permanent. Excellence Accredited land trusts meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. These land trusts demonstrate their commitment to excellence by adopting Land Trust Standards and Practices (the ethical and technical guidelines for the responsible operation of a land trust) and meeting the accreditation requirements drawn from them. Trust Nonprofit organizations, including land trusts, are increasingly called on to demonstrate their accountability to the public. Accredited land trusts have voluntarily submitted their organizations to an external, independent review of their practices. As a result, accreditation provides the public with the assurance that the land trust displaying the accreditation seal meets established standards for organizational quality and permanent land conservation. Permanence Land trusts help conserve land that is essential to our health and well-being. When land trusts agree to protect land for the benefit of the public, in most cases they do so by promising that the protection is forever. The accreditation program verifies that the land trust has the policies and programs in place to keep this promise, either by caring for the land itself or transferring the land to an entity that can. We are elated to have earned this distinction and proud to display the a ccreditation seal as part of our continuing commitment to protecting the lands and waters of the Chautauqua region!

Aquatic Invasive Species Reporting If you have seen an aquatic invasive species (such as European Water Chestnut, Starry Stonewort, Water Hyacinth, or Brittle Naiad) in one of Chautauqua County's waterbodies, please let us know by completing and submitting the form below. You can also email the information to us at ais@chautauquawatershed.org . Thank you for helping us care for the waters of the Chautauqua region! Your Name Phone Number Email Name of Invasive Found Date Detected Location Found (be as specific as possible) Additional Notes or Comments Submit Thanks for submitting a report! * We request your phone number and email address in case we need to contact you for more information. The contact information you provide on this form will not be used for any other purpose.

Chautauqua Creek East Branch Preserve Featuring 2,400 feet of natural stream frontage, the Chautauqua Creek East Branch Preserve helps filter and slow runoff into Chautauqua Creek. This undisturbed preserve also provides habitat to many species of birds and wildlife, making it a favorite place for birdwatchers and for CWC-led tours. A beaver pond on the property attracts and serves as a home to many woodland and aquatic creatures. Size: 21.6 acres Year Conserved by CWC: 2005 Address: 4545 Sherman-Mayville Road, Sherman, NY Conservation Values: Trees growing along the protected streambank help stabilize the bank and mitigate flood events. Vegetation along the bank filters and improves water quality en route to Lake Erie and Westfield’s public drinking water supply. This large tract of undisturbed land provides crucial resting, foraging and breeding habitat for certain wildlife species. Recreational Use: There are currently no developed trails or facilities in this preserve. Informal paths are present but fragmented and difficult to follow, often leading through dense underbrush and deep muck. The preserve is an area of special interest to botanists and birdwatchers. Archery hunting and fishing are allowed at this preserve. Location and Parking: Located on the Mayville-Sherman Road (Route 430) in the town of Chautauqua, the preserve is accessible at the main sign and gravel parking lot across from Red Wing Road, about 5 miles from Mayville. Features of Interest: The preserve is filled with forested riparian wetlands and streams, as well as an expansive system of beaver ponds. An upland area on the west side of the property contains mature to old growth trees. The western edge of the preserve is bordered by an inactive railroad berm that is owned by Chautauqua Rails to Trails. SPECIES OF INTEREST: T rees: Black cherry (Prunus serotina), American beech (Fagus grandifolia) Shrubs: Dogwoods (Cornus spp.), hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) raspberries (Rubus spp.) Aquatic Plants: Waterweed (Elodea canadensis), duckweeds (Lemna spp.) Wildflowers: Lance-leaved goldenrod (Solidago graminifolia), Joe Pye weed (Eupatorium maculatum), swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), wild clematis (Clematis sp.), trout lily (Erythronium americanum), St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare), square-stem monkey flower (Mimulus ringens), wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia serotina), blue flag iris (Iris versicolor) Fish: Creek chub (Semotilus atromaculatus), pumpkinseed (Lepomis gibbosus) Mammals: North American beaver (Castor canadensis), river otter (Lontra canadensis), muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus) Birds: Common yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas), green heron (Butorides virescens), great blue heron (Ardea herodias), red tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) Insects: Baltimore checkerspot (Euphydryas phaeton), ebony jewelwing (Calopteryx maculate), bumblebee (Bombus sp.)

Make a Donation Our conservation work is only possible with the support of donors like you. Charitable gifts to Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy support and protect healthy lands and healthy waterways in the Chautauqua region for humans and wildlife alike, and all gifts make a difference! Donate today, and make an investment in our community and toward the quality of life for future generations! Ways To Donate: Online: complete the form below Phone: call us at 716-664-2166 to donate by phone with a credit or debit card Mail: write out a check to Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy and mail it to PO Box 45, Lakewood, NY, 14750 Venmo: @ChautauquaWatershedConservancy (Note: you will see the name of our business manager, Caitlin Gustafson, listed with the account. The first time you use Venmo to make a donation to us, it may ask for the last four digits of a phone number to confirm the account - please use 6718.) Level of Support * $2,500 $1,500 $1,000 $500 $250 $100 $50 $25 Other (Please enter amount below) Gift Preference Designation Tribute Gift This gift is made in honor, memory or support of someone I’m donating in the name of: Choose an option Please notify the following person of my gift Donor Contact Information This is the way I/we would like my/our names to appear in publications: Billing Address Mailing Address (If different from billing address) Comments Enter the amount you wish to donate $ Check here if you’d like us to contact you about making a monthly or quarterly donation. Go to Checkout Thank you for your support! Thank you for supporting a healthy watershed! Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the tax ID 16-1389010. Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. For any questions, please call 716-664-2166 or email info@chautauquawatershed.org. All information submitted to the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is confidential. We do not retain debit/credit card information nor share donor information with third parties.

Support Us Support Us We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give. - Winston Churchill By choosing to support the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy you are choosing to protect clean healthy waterways, lands for our wildlife, and our way of life! Our conservation work is only possible with the support of donors like you, and any and all donations make a difference! Donate Online Stocks or IRA Distributions Bequests & Other Legacy Gifts Donor Advised Funds Land Conservation Campaigns Cryptocurrency Endowment Fund Lands Stewardship and Defense Funds Making a donation? Don’t forget to check and see if your employer has a matching gift program. At no cost to you, many employers will match some portion of your gift to qualifying non-profits. This is an easy way to make your gift go even further, so check with your human resources or personnel office to find out or click here if you already know they do! Thank You! Together we are protecting key lands throughout our county. Natural areas support local wildlife, provide beauty, and absorb harmful pollutants before they reach our streams, lakes, and wetlands. Thank you for joining us in this mission and for your continued financial support. You make our work possible! We recommend that you consult with your attorney or tax advisor for the various tax benefits and restrictions that may apply to your specific situation. We are always available to you and your advisors to answer questions or help arrange a gift of stock or IRA distribution. Please reach out to our Executive Director Whitney Gleason for any assistance you may need. 716.664.2166 ext. 1006 whitney@chautauquawatershed.org

Land Donations and Land Campaigns The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy is devoted to protecting important lands throughout the Chautauqua region. If you are looking for ways to preserve and protect the lands you love in perpetuity you’ve come to the right place! Supporting one of our land campaigns, making a gift of land to us , or working with us to put an easement on your property ensures that it will be protected from future development, and will be stewarded in a way that maintains or improves its ecological health and importance to our environment. Land Donations and Easements Current Lands Campaigns

Strategic Land Conservation Plan Protecting as much of our region’s natural open spaces as possible is essential to the health of our waterways and wildlife and to help fight climate change. But how do you prioritize which sites to pursue for conservation, especially with limited resources? For us, our Comprehensive Regional Conservation Implementation Strategy (CRCIS) helps guide those decisions. We recently performed a landscape-level analysis of every 30m x 30m parcel of land in Chautauqua County, evaluating each against a dozen variables that influence water quality, sustainability, and habitat functionality. Each parcel was then assigned a “composite conservation score” based on this analysis. When converted into color-coded maps, the resulting data readily identifies areas that are in greatest need of protection across the region, and therefore, also shows us where our organizational resources and conservation funding (for both acquisitions and easements) will be most cost-effective. These data-driven conservation priority maps also provide a framework for evaluating the impact of our land and water restoration and management projects. The CRCIS can also be used as a tool to expand awareness of the importance and timeliness of collaborative regional conservation efforts as well as help align current and future land use needs and wants. The ultimate goal of this project is to form a road map to recognition and protection of our most valued natural resources, biological diversity, and areas of scenic beauty, which will help to ensure that Chautauqua County residents and visitors enjoy a greener, more beautiful, and more resilient future! Get more details about this extraordinary project here . This map, one of many developed as part of the CRCIS, shows a conservation prioritization of lands across Chautauqua County, with lands in dark orange being the lowest priority, yellow being of moderate priority, and greens and blues being the highest priority. Some of the factors involved in the ranking included a parcel’s influence on our region’s water quality, habitat functionality, and sustainability.

Little Big Inlet Preserve The Little Big Inlet preserve sits at the northern most end of Chautauqua Lake, and it contains some of the largest wetland systems in Chautauqua County. The preserve does not yet feature formal trails, but those who hike through the wetlands can spot birds, waterfowl, wildlife and native fauna. Size: 4.3 acres Year Conserved by CWC: 2010 Address: 174 Sea Lion Drive, Mayville, NY Conservation Values: This preserve protects a portion of the Little Big Inlet watershed, which includes some of the most extensive wetlands in the region and feeds Chautauqua Lake. These wetlands are especially important to the health of Chautauqua Lake, which sits about 650 feet from this preserve. Recreational Use: With no formal trail system, the Little Big Inlet Wetland Preserve is used primarily by botanists and birdwatchers. Bow hunting only is allowed on this preserve. Location and Parking: Located at the northern edge of Chautauqua Lake in the town of Chautauqua, the preserve extends northwest from it southern border on Sea Lion Drive. There is a roadside sign on Sea Lion Drive, which provides access to the site. Features of Interest: Approximately 70 percent of the property is woody wetland, with small areas of deciduous forest and developed open space. SPECIES OF INTEREST: Trees: black cherry (Prunus serotina), American elm (Ulmus americana), quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) Understory: American hornbeam (C. caroliniana), cucumber tree (Magnolia acuminata), witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) Shrubs: witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana), elderberry (S. canadensis), spicebush (L. benzoin), buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis), wild currant (Ribes americanum), pink azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides) Wildflowers and shrubs: Canadian lily of the valley (Maianthemum canadense), goldthread (Coptis trifolia), jack in the pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum), pink wood sorrel (Oxalis acetosella), buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis), sensitive fern (Osmunda sensibilis), cinnamon fern (O. cinnamomea), skunk cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus), jewelweed (Impatiens capensis), cuckoo flower (Cardamine pratensis) Birds: Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula), pileated woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus), rose-breasted grosbeak (Pheoucticus ludovicianus), eastern wood-pewee (Contopus virens), red-eyed vireo (Vireo olivaceus)

Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Surveys Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy has been conducting yearly Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) surveys on our preserves and other local hemlock stands for over a decade. HWA is a very small insect that feeds on hemlock trees, ultimately killing the infected trees. These invasive adelgids are transferred from tree to tree most often by birds, but other modes of transmission are possible as well. Once the adelgids land on the host tree, they will remain in the same spot for the rest of their lives, continually feeding and developing into adults. Their feeding severely damages the canopy of the host tree by disrupting the flow of nutrients to its twigs and needles, and the infected tree usually dies in four to ten years. Our surveys take place in January through mid-March since HWA is most visible in winter. In the coldest months, the aphids go dormant and form cotton-like protective balls at the bases of hemlock needles, making it easy to observe and diagnose. This dormant period also makes it much less likely for surveyors to accidentally spread HWA from tree to tree by physically touching multiple hemlocks in an area during a survey. HWA is moving into our area very quickly. By surveying local hemlock trees and reporting any HWA we observe on them, we can help with the implementation of targeted treatment plans to manage the infestations and prevent further spread. Read more at https://www.chautauquawatershed.org/post/local-trees-are-calling-for-help Upcoming Surveys: No events at the moment

Yard Smarts: Native Plants, Healthy Waters Yard Smarts: Native Plants, Healthy Waters (formerly called LakeScapes) is a one-on-one educational program that provides a FREE personal yard consultation to any homeowner, business owner, organization, school, or municipality within Chautauqua County. We give guidance on how to dry up wet areas in your yard, build filtering buffers, and/or create native habitats that provide food and places for our local bees, birds, and other wildlife to live. We also discuss landscaping and the importance of native plants, shrinking your lawn, and naturalizing your yard. Watershed-friendly living is easy! By making just a few small changes in the way you maintain your property, you can help filter and clean the water running through your yard and help keep our watersheds, waterways, and drinking water supplies safe and healthy. Our recommendations not only beautify your yard but also protect water quality, enhance your way of life, and help the wildlife that live and thrive within it! These free consultations and technical assistance also include native plant recommendations and landscape designs as well. Book Your Consultation Name Phone Number Email Brief explanation of assistance needed Submit Thanks for your request! We'll be in touch soon! For more information or to schedule a visit, contact our conservationist, Carol Markham, by calling 716.664.2166 x1005, emailing carol@chautauquawatershed.org , or using the form above.