Protecting the Land that Protects the Lake since 1988

The LGLC purchased 517 acres of Pilot Knob Mountain on Tuesday, July 29, marking a pivotal moment in the LGLC’s $9 million 2025 Land Campaign. The $3.8 million purchase includes densely forested mountainside and Pilot Knob’s 2,159-foot summit and ridgeline. With 1.6 miles of streams that ultimately flow into Kattskill Bay, this land is incredibly important for protecting the water quality of Lake George.

The permanent protection of Pilot Knob Mountain was a keystone project in the LGLC’s 2025 Land Campaign, which was completed in record time and celebrated during our Gala (see below). In addition to Pilot Knob Mountain, the Campaign also included the protection of more than 700 acres in the Indian Brook and Northwest Bay area of Bolton. Together, these forested lands have 2.8 miles of streams and more than 26 acres of wetlands that are critical to maintaining Lake George’s exceptional water quality.

This year nearly 300 guests helped us to celebrate the completion of our $9-million 2025 Land Campaign, then rallied to raise even more for continued land protection projects. 

Overall, the evening raised an additional $330,000 to support the ongoing work of the LGLC to protect the land that protects Lake George. Read more here about this incredible evening!

We are extremely thankful for those who joined this year’s generous Honorary Committee, whose leadership gifts were critical to the success of the event, as well as to those who donated items to our silent action, and who volunteered their time and talent to the preparation and running of the Gala. This event could not have been possible without their support.

REGISTRATION:

$30 for 4.5-mile track

$40 for 10-mile track

(Prices go up after Sept. 4)

Lace up your trail shoes and join us for this exhilarating trail race through stunning forests and tough single track! Choose between our classic 4.5-mile course or challenge yourself with the 10-mile route, both offering epic views and rewarding climbs.

After crossing the finish line, celebrate with fellow runners at our After Party at Bolton Landing Brewing Co., where we’ll toast to another year of adventure and conservation!

Registration includes a raffle ticket into the After-Party raffle, a beer from the Bolton Landing Brewing Company at the finish line, and a medal.

Amy's Race 2025 T-shirts are an additional $10 and can be purchased during registration.

Whether you’re racing for a PR or just for the fun of it, every step supports critical land protection projects, and champions sustainable trailways, outdoor recreation, and helps expand outdoor access in the Lake George region.

Applications to hunt on select LGLC lands may be submitted online now until September 14. For complete rules for hunting on LGLC lands and the online application, visit LGLC.org/hunting.

The LGLC allows deer hunting on some of its preserves as part of an overall effort to maintain healthy lands. An overabundance of deer can harm the health of the herd, and prevent forest regrowth.

The LGLC is honored to once again be the beneficiary of both of these great events in Lake George!

To help them be as successful as possible, we are seeking volunteers to work the events - tasks include directing athletes, handing out refreshments, assisting with timing, and more. Great for individuals or groups!

Be sure to visit LGLC.org/Calendar, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get updates and posts about events as more are added.

On Tuesday, July 29th, the LGLC purchased Pilot Knob Mountain ... posted 08/04/2025

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Oh, interns... 🤣 We're excited to see everyone tonight at the Gala!... posted 08/01/2025

Have you been to Amy's Park recently? Well, clearly our forest friends have been!... posted 07/30/2025

The LGLC’s mission is to permanently protect the land that protects Lake George. As an accredited, nonprofit land trust, the LGLC works with willing landowners and other partners to protect land that protects the world-renowned water quality of Lake George and the natural resources of the Lake George watershed.