2011 Basha Kill immature bald eagle rescued, rehabilitated and released on August 12,
2011, photo by Jim Carney. |
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Rehabilitated 2011 Basha Kill immature bald eagle released by Bill
Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center, photo by Linda Lou Bartle. |
Revised Scope for Commerce Park at Wurtsboro
Airport
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7 Peaks Subdivision Project
March 2010 reports from BKAA Consultants raise serious concerns about
the 7 Peaks Subdivision Project.
DEC Commnets 7 Peaks
DEIS March 2010
Engineering
Consultant Comments re 7 Peaks DEIS
Economic
Consultant Table re 7 Peaks DEIS
Comments of Economic
Consultant re 7 Peaks DEIS
Comments
by Ecological Consultant re 7 Peaks DEIS
Hydrogeologist
Comments re Archaeological Survey
Hydrogeologist
Compares Proposals
Hydrogeologist
Comments on 7 Peaks Subdivison DEIS
Welcome to the Basha Kill Wetlands, a special place of beauty and adventure. Consisting of
3,000 acres, the Basha Kill is home to over 200 species of birds, 30 varieties of fish,
including the remarkable, "prehistoric" bowfin; and many plants, reptiles,
amphibians, mammals and insects. It is an unforgettable experience to be present when the
birds return to the kill in the Spring. The cacophony of sounds is extraordinary. It is
always an adventure to watch a Great Blue Heron lift off and fly across the water. In
addition to providing flood control and cleansing drinking water" the Basha
Kill" the largest freshwater wetland in Southeastern New York, provides a unique and
peaceful place for boating, photography, bird watching, painting, hiking, hunting,
fishing, wildlife viewing, wildflower discovery, cross-country skiing and other outdoor
activities.
Because of the many acres available to explore, it is always possible to
find a quiet place to enjoy. One day you may see a bald eagle flying or diving for food,
or come upon a snapping turtle, or be surprised by the bright red of a cardinal flower.
The variety and beauty of the Basha Kill will touch your spirit and you will return again
and again to this place of peace and renewal. We are so fortunate to have this diverse and
amazing natural resource in our backyard.
