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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Many of our volunteers join the organization to give back to their communities, protect the environment, and support wildlife conservation. Volunteering with us is a rewarding experience, and no prior skills or experience are required. Recently, we have also seen increased interest from businesses and companies whose employees want to volunteer with us.
OUR VISION
OUR VISION
At the Morgan Duke Conservation Society, our vision is to create thriving habitats where wildlife can flourish without human interference. We aim to protect areas where environmental challenges are minimized, allowing people to enjoy the beauty of forests, beaches, and wildlife free from the impact of pollution.
OUR STORY
OUR STORY
The Morgan Duke Conservation Society was founded in 2013 by James Sullivan, inspired by his experiences camping with his family in the undeveloped, dense forests of the Lake George Wild Forest in the Adirondack Forest Preserve. Over the years, James witnessed significant environmental damage, including vandalism and vegetation destruction caused by visitors. The Hudson River Recreation Area in the Lake George Wild Forest motivated James to establish the Society, and in 2014, he signed the first Volunteer Stewardship Agreement with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to protect this vital ecosystem.