About Us: We are a non-advocacy, tax exempt, environmental research and education organization committed to the study and preservation of natural ecosystems, with a particular focus on those within the Hudson Valley region of New York State and nearby areas. Our work encompasses a diverse array of research projects centered on biodiversity, ecology, and conservation science.

We collaborate closely with government agencies, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, and private landowners to collect scientific data, conduct field surveys, and evaluate habitat capacity to support biodiversity. Our research endeavors include the study of native plant and animal species, the identification of rare and endangered species habitats, natural h