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NY firefighters helping battle wildfires in Canada
Fox 5 New York — June 8, 2023 Todd Bittner, Director of Natural Areas, is interviewed about wildfire causes and prevention.
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How Cornell protects its ash trees from the emerald ash borer
The Ithaca Voice — June 1, 2023 Cornell Botanic Gardens aids in the effort to protect and conserve Cornell’s treasured ash trees.
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New York on a Budget: Free and Low Cost Things to Do in the Finger Lakes
I Love New York — May 26, 2023 Cornell Botanic Gardens is highlighted as a “must-visit destination for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts.”
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Arborjet | Ecologel To Visit Cornell University To Treat Historic Ash Trees
Turf Magazine — May 26, 2023 Cornell Botanic Gardens work alongside Arborjet | Ecologel and university staff to treat historic ash trees as part of the Saving America’s Iconic Trees project.
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14 Things To Do In Finger Lakes: Complete Guide To New York’s Scenic Region
The Travel — May 23, 2023 Cornell Botanic Gardens is featured as one of the best places to visit in the Finger Lakes.
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Collaboration Brings Healing, Honoring Garden to Akwe:Kon
Morning Ag Clips — May 18, 2023 Our Learning by Leading team and Indigenous students from the American Indian and Indigenous Studies Program bring a medicinal garden to life.
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Reduce your Climate Footprint in the Garden
Learn practical tips for reducing your carbon footprint in the garden in this podcast episode.
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How to Garden in an Unfamiliar Climate? Expect the Unexpected.
Daniel Weitoish, Cornell Botanic Gardens’ arboriculture supervisor, shares expertise on gardening in ever-changing climate conditions with the New York Times. Daniel talks about best practices for...
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Alumni Diversity Leaders at Cornell Botanic Gardens
Snacks (Alumni Affairs and Development news)—June 16, 2022 During Reunion 2022, Matt Palumbo ’83, president of the Cornell Asian Alumni Association, coordinated a meeting with fellow alumni diversity...