Tag Archives: Forest

Reforestation Project Launches in October

We’ll need the community’s help and support! In Craneridge, our mission is clear: to enhance our living environment through woodlands stewardship, shared property maintenance, and community building. For nearly 60 years, Craneridge neighbors have shared a sense of appreciation for the natural beauty that defines our unique community. Central to this mission is our commitmentContinue reading “Reforestation Project Launches in October”

Crump Brook Tributary Restoration Project to Start!

On-site activities and work to start the week of August 15. Updates shared as they become available.   The Craneridge Board of Directors is happy to announce that the Crump Brook Tributary Restoration Project will kick-off the week of August 15. This effort will remediate significant creek erosion behind 103, 104, 105 Tarn Trail, 97Continue reading “Crump Brook Tributary Restoration Project to Start!”

FYI… DEC Forester On-site With Woodlands Committee

This Saturday morning (May 21), the Woodlands & Habitat Committee will meet with Nate Morey, our DEC forester (Dept. of Environmental Conservation), to inventory and record the current habitat conditions in our pilot areas. We’ll start in the Meadow and then move to the area across from the mail center.  To learn more about ourContinue reading “FYI… DEC Forester On-site With Woodlands Committee”

Woodlands & Habitat Committee Launches “Woodlands Help” Pilots

And we’re off! Big things are planned for our Craneridge woodlands this year. We’re just getting started. Plus, we have nearly 30 neighbors who have offered to lend a hand (thank you volunteers!) We’ll keep you posted through our Woodlands-only Facebook group (see below to join!) and through our Craneridge Woodlands webpages.

CANCELLED: Spring Wildflower Walk | Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 pm

Sadly, we have to cancel this walk today. Our expert, Scott Lembitz, has a sick child at home with a high fever. Please do get outside and enjoy our beautiful neighborhood anyway! We have lovely native wildflowers that bloom only for a short time in and around Craneridge. These “ephemeral” spring flowers and plants areContinue reading “CANCELLED: Spring Wildflower Walk | Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 pm”

Gypsy Moths, Wooly Adelgid, and Jumping Worms… Oh My! Wednesday Webcast

Like many trees and habitats in the northeast, Craneridge is being impacted by invasive insects and other critters that are severely damaging entire species like Emerald Ash Borer. Our most prominent trees, Beech and Eastern Hemlock, are at risk. Learn how to ID and actions to take. Winter is an ideal time to identify. BONUS:Continue reading “Gypsy Moths, Wooly Adelgid, and Jumping Worms… Oh My! Wednesday Webcast”

Webcast: Bad Bugs in Craneridge with Nate Morey, DEC | Wed. Nov. 10, 7 pm via Zoom

Like many trees and habitats in the northeast, Craneridge is being impacted by invasive insects and other critters that are severely damaging or wiping out entire species like Emerald Ash Borer. Our most prominent trees, Beech and Eastern Hemlock, are at risk. BONUS: An update on Asian Jumping Worms. Learn how to identify and actionsContinue reading “Webcast: Bad Bugs in Craneridge with Nate Morey, DEC | Wed. Nov. 10, 7 pm via Zoom”