Jake Tibbles

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A Year in the Fight to Save Blind Bay

The fight to save Blind Bay has been a turbulent journey. Throughout 2024, the fight has been backed by an unwavering River community . . .

Thanks John Peach!

Saying thanks seems so simple - but think about it, thanking John Peach is not an easy task. First he has given his all . . .

Blind Bay Public Meeting

The River community must stay unified with its message to Site It Right. TILT, STR, and the Blind Bay Coalition emphasize the importance of community involvement in protecting Blind Bay’s environment and preserving the waterfront character.

TILT Conserves Garlock Bay, Protects Water Quality, Rare Habitats

Though not officially labeled as Garlock Bay on navigation charts or USGS topo maps, the scenic embayment behind buoy “205” claims its name from decades of ownership and diligent stewardship by the Garlock family of Alexandria Bay . . .

Blind Bay Update

Last year, the River community took urgent action to protect a special place that was in danger of being changed forever . . .

Agreement Reached to Protect Blind Bay; TILT to Conserve Critical River Habitat

(Clayton, NY) Wednesday, April 13 – The Thousand Islands Land Trust (TILT) today announced that it has reached an agreement with Blind Bay Associates LLC to acquire the 295 feet of undeveloped waterfront and adjacent 20 plus acres of upland in Blind Bay.

Enhancing Blind Bay - A Project for our Local Fisheries & Wildlife

Prior to restoration, invasive hybrid cattails overwhelmed the marshes between Sand Bay and Blind Bay.