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The Henry Morgenthau Preserve

Background:
The Henry Morgenthau Preserve is owned and managed by the Eastern New York Chapter of The Nature Conservancy. Local guidance is provided by the Morgenthau Preserve Committee, a group of local concerned citizens.

The Nature Conservancy - Environmental Conservation Organizations, Land Conservation Trust

The preserve is set along the shoreline of Blue Heron Lake and includes within its boundaries a portion of the lake, a small offshore island, a number of wetland areas, a small pond, vernal pools and several small streams. Twenty acres were donated to The Nature Conservancy in 1972 by Mrs. Ruth M. Knight in memory of her father - Henry Morgenthau. An additional 12 acres were purchased from Dr. Polly Raizen in 1973 and adjacent 4-acre parcel was donated by Mr. Sid Thompson in 1994.  (click for map directions)

  

Rules and Regulations:

In order to maintain the preserve in its natural state as well as to protect the plants and animals that live on these preserves, a number of regulations must be observed. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

  •  Preserve hours are dawn to dusk
  •  All visitors must stay on the roads and/or trails
  •  No camping or overnight parking
  •  No dogs or horses
  •  No bicycles or dirt bikes
  •  No hunting or trapping
  •  No fishing
  •  No swimming
  •  No boating or motorized vehicles
  •  No littering
  •  No alcoholic beverages
  •  Collecting, removing or disturbance of plants and animals is prohibited and illegal

Thank you for helping maintain the preserve !

The Morgenthau Preserve Committee and The Nature Conservancy appreciate  your cooperation in obeying these regulations. If you have any questions, contact the Preserve Manager at:

The Nature Conservancy
RFD #2 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Mt. Kisco, NY   10549