Conserving Land • Protecting Resources
Since 1987
 

As of January 1, 2024, the Rensselaer Land Trust has merged with the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance. For all questions regarding donations, events, land, or other matters, please visit www.rensselaerplateau.org or call 518-712-9211. For questions about the merger, use extension 101 to speak with Jim Bonesteel. You can expect a new name and logo for our merged organization by Spring / Summer 2024 and a new website by the end of the year!

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The Teal property is a 13.3 acre parcel in Grafton that is now part of the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. Through a generous contribution from a local resident, the RLT purchased this parcel and donated it to Rensselaer County.

Much of the land consists of a wetland crossed by a long boardwalk, allowing observation of the wildlife. This was formerly a spruce-fir swamp but beaver activity raised the water level and converted it to sedge meadow and open water. The wetland is surrounded by a narrow band of balsam flats, a conifer forest type known primarily from the Adirondacks.

Preserve Rules

Visitors must abide by the rules of the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center.

Directions

See Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center website for directions.

Dyken Pond Center - Teal Parcel at a glance

  • Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
  • Description: Rensselaer Land Trust acquired this parcel in 1990 and donated it to Rensselaer County for an addition to the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. The parcel now includes a boardwalk and observation platform over a beaver marsh.
  • Activities: Hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, birding, nature study. Dogs on leash.
  • Trails: Yes
  • Handicap Accessible: No
  • Location: Grafton
  • Acres: 14