50+
Years Experience
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Our programs range from education to training about how you can help protect and preserve the beautiful Basha Kill
Since our founding in 1972, Our mission has been to protect the Basha Kill wetlands and surrounding area from ecological degradation, to promote education and respect for the environment in general and to preserve the beauty of the area.
The Association consists of some 600+ members working together to preserve the unspoiled Ecosystem of the beautiful and unique Basha Kill.
Since our founding in 1972, the BKAA mission has been to protect the Basha Kill wetlands and surrounding area from ecological degradation, to promote education and respect for the environment in general and to preserve the beauty of the area. The Association consists of some 800 members working together to preserve the unspoiled quality of the beautiful and unique Basha Kill. We serve as a local watchdog for the wetland by being alert to threats such as pollution, vandalism and unwise development.
Jackie has been a BKAA board member since 2007. She has a background in Wildlife & Forest Biology and is the Director of the Mamakating Environmental Education Center.
I’ve been a member of the board since 2023, joining as the Treasurer’s Assistant. I am currently transitioning into the role of Treasurer. I love helping however I can to protect the Bashakill, which is one of my happy places
I’ve been on the BKAA Board for numerous years, and served as secretary for many of those years. I also maintain the merchandise inventory.
