I would like to raise awareness about a recent and urgent issue surrounding Hemlock and Canadice Lakes, the last two undeveloped Finger Lakes in New York. The state has been working towards acquiring these lakes and the surrounding lake from the city of Rochester, in order to have it managed by the Department of Environmental Conservation as a park or nature reserve. Contained within this land is at least 400 acres of old-growth forest, with some trees believed to be over 400 years old.
However, due to budget issues, New York may not have the funds to acquire the property. If they cannot do so by March 31st, it leaves the door open for future shoreline development and environmental degradation. I have written a petition that can be found at the current link: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/HelpProtectTwoFingerLakes/index.html There are more details about the two lakes contained in the petition text. There's no obligation whatsoever in signing it. You do NOT have to donate to the website. For recent news, check out this story: http://www.democratandchronicle.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009903090325 Financial woes should never compromise the integrity and protection of New York state's environmental resources. --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Eastern Native Tree Society http://www.nativetreesociety.org Send email to [email protected] Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/entstrees?hl=en To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
