Teatown has developed a research project focused on a practical question: when Beech Leaf Disease creates gaps in the forest canopy, what can land stewards do to help native plants recover and prevent invasive species from taking over?
Science & Stewardship
Our science and stewardship mission is to conserve our region’s biodiversity, while creating an environment for exceptional educational opportunities.
Biodiversity is the variety of life on earth, including plants, animals and microorganisms.
To keep our ecosystems healthy, we must commit to supporting the plants, animals, and other organisms that call them home.
Our preserve’s greatest threats
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Overpopulated deer
threaten the future of our forests
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Invasive Species
displace native populations of plants and animals
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Chemical runoff
alters wetland ecosystems and quickens lake fill-in
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Climate change
shifts natural cycles on both global and local scales
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Habitat protection & restoration
Learn more about what we do to improve the quality of our habitats to support biodiversity.
Wildlife management
Discover how our research is used to maintain wildlife and protect the future of our forests.
Regional Collaboration
We understand that partnership is key to a sustainable future. Learn more about our partnerships with local organizations.
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Cliffdale’s Meadows: Protecting a Rare Habitat
In nature, ecosystems are constantly changing. The same parcel of land can become many different things over time as fire, water, wildlife, plants, weather, and human activity shape the landscape. A meadow is one stage in that ongoing process.