Mianus River Gorge, Inc.
Overview
Our Mission
The mission of Mianus River Gorge, an independent, not-for-profit organization, is to preserve, protect and promote appreciation of the natural heritage of the Mianus River watershed through land acquisition and conservation, scientific research and public education throughout the region.
Our Staff
Full Time Staff: 3Part Time Staff: 4
Operational Area and Acreage
Counties of Operation
Connecticut | Fairfield |
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New York | Westchester |
Acres Conserved
State | Total | Owned | Under Easement | Other** |
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Connecticut | 69 | 44 | 25 | 0 |
New York | 1,040 | 268 | 152 | 620 |
**This figure includes land that has been acquired by land trusts - whether through purchase, donation or by another means - and subsequently has been transferred to a public agency. It also includes land protected through other methods such as negotiating and preparing for acquisition by other organizations or agencies.