From reviews and recommendations of the best parks on Long Island to visit, to insights about the local eco-system and local forecast updates, we've got what you'll want to know about nature, local environmentental issues, and Long Island weather right here.
By Catherine Eve July 09, 2023
From sunflower festivals to U-pick sunflowers to sunflower mazes, here are fun ways to spend a summer day with nature’s happiest of flowers.
By Lon Cohen June 25, 2023
2023 Long Island Sound Beach Report released on June 21.
By Long Island June 21, 2023
From picturesque dune walks to historic dog-friendly trails, Long Island’s East End is home to some of the most epic trails
By Long Island June 07, 2023
Inbound flights to LaGuardia Airport in New York City were grounded due to low visibility caused by smoke from fires in eastern Canada, resulting in delays and health concerns for residents.
By Eric Anderson May 24, 2023
Bikers on Long Island have no trouble find great scenic paths.
By Catherine Eve May 21, 2023
Celebrate the opening of Sweetbriar Nature Center’s Butterfly Vivarium at the Butterfly and Bird Festival on June 10.
By Jacob Alvear May 02, 2023
New Yorkers Encouraged to Sign Up for NY-Alert to Receive Real-Time Weather Alerts and Notifications Ahead of Hurricane Season
By Long Island April 24, 2023
A tornado with peak winds of 115 miles per hour tore through the northwestern part of Sullivan County's Catskills area in New York, damaging buildings and trees, but there were no fatalities or injuries reported.
By Chelsea Triola April 22, 2023
Check out these wonderful ways to help keep our environment clean this Earth Day!
By Long Island April 19, 2023
Tiptoe through fields of tulips–and pick your own flowers, too–at the Long Island Tulip Festival at Waterdrinker Farm in Manorville.
By Jacob Alvear April 15, 2023
Take advantage of all that Long Island has to offer. Discover Long Island shares five ways to enjoy the great outdoors
By Jacob Alvear April 14, 2023
Air Quality Advisory Alert
By Jacob Alvear April 13, 2023
Free Trees to Help with Energy Saving Costs
By Lon Cohen April 09, 2023
First major meteor shower of the Spring season.
By Jacob Alvear March 30, 2023
Legislator Lafazan proposed legislation requiring Nassau County to become carbon neutral in its municipal operations by Jan. 1, 2035
By Debbi Spiegel March 24, 2023
Over 400 bird species make their homes on Long Island!
By Jacob Alvear March 13, 2023
Threat of Widespread Power Outages in Impacted Areas Due to Heavy, Wet Snow and Gusty Wind; Hazardous Travel Conditions Expected for Monday Evening Through Wednesday Morning.
By Jacob Alvear March 13, 2023
PSEG Long Island is committed to working safely to restore any potential power outages as quickly as possible, while providing excellent service.