MCA Environment Program

06/02/2026

If you spot a turtle nesting and aren't sure what to do, contact the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program. Our team can install a turtle nest protector to help safeguard the nest from predators.

Many turtle nests are destroyed by animals before the eggs have a chance to hatch. Nest protectors significantly improve the survival rate of turtle hatchlings and help support local turtle populations.

If you see a nesting turtle:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📱 Send a message to the MCA Environment page

Together, we can help protect these important species and give the next generation of turtles a better chance to thrive! 💚🐢

06/01/2026

Nature’s strength is in its diversity.
Happy 🏳️‍🌈

La force de la nature est dans sa diversité.
Bon 🏳️‍🌈

05/28/2026

It's a colder spring but as we get into these warmer rainy days there will be turtles crossing the road ways. Let's slow down and help out the turtles.

We received our first call this morning which means it's turtle time!

We all need to slow down and keep an eye out for turtles crossing the roads. 🚦

If you find an injured turtle you can place the turtle in a container that the sides are double length of the carapace(top shell) of the turtle and has plenty of air space with NO water. Then you can message or call one of the numbers below for assistance.

Locally you can message the Akwesasne Turtles page and Amberdawn Lazore can assist you for Turtle Rehabilitation. 🐢

Or call the Nicandri Center or the Ontario Turtle Conservation Center and they can try and figure out a turtle taxi to get the turtle help.

05/27/2026

Calling all wetland enthusiasts and artists!📣
The Great River Rapport team wants to learn about your connection to wetlands through a wetland art contest🎨🌿🐸

Details⬇️
🎨Any form of art is accepted! Including stories about your favourite wetland, photos, poems, or paintings.
📆Deadline: Submissions are being accepted until July 26.
🎁 There will be PRIZES for the top submission in the following categories: special mention adult, special mention youth, most moving artwork, best representation of wetland change. PLUS participation prizes!
❓Questions or issues accessing the submission form? Email Mary Ann Perron 📧 [email protected]

Feeling inspired? Submit your artwork here 🔗 https://forms.gle/eCzx9x44oeq5kfLi6

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Turtle Team is seen here speaking about turtle incubation and all things turtles to celebrate World Turtle Day at the Nicandri Nature Center in Massena, NY.

05/22/2026

Some of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Environment Program Turtle Team will be present today at the Nicandri Nature Center. We will have a booth to discuss our turtle incubation conservation efforts.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

Celebrate World Turtle Day with us!

Join us for a fun and educational day featuring a Toxic Turtle Talk, a look at Turtles of New York, a showing of Blanding’s Turtle Film, and our interactive Swamp School experience.

Location: Nicandri Nature Center
Calendar: Friday, May 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 -2:00 pm
FREE admission

Bring the whole family and enjoy light refreshments while learning about these amazing creatures and how we can help protect them.

We hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

The SRMT Environment Division Water Resources Program will be hosting a NYS Boater Safety Certification Course on May 20–21 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This is a two-day course. Attendance at both sessions and passing a written test are required to receive certification.

The course is free for Akwesasne community members to attend; however, enrollment is limited.

Please register by May 15, 2026. To register, contact the Environment Division Water Resources Program at (518) 358-5937 or Tiernan Smith at [email protected]

05/05/2026

Have you seen me locally? Comment below! It is salamander season, and they typically come out on warm rainy nights to travel between habitat in search of mates. You may find them under logs and rocks during the heat of the day!

05/05/2026

UPDATE: Registration is now full for the family camping experience at Parks Canada Thousand Islands. Nia:wen to all the families that signed up.
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FAMILY CAMPING ADVENTURE
Join the MCA Environment Program and Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness for a fun-filled family camping experience at Parks Canada Thousand Islands – oTENTik from Tuesday, May 19 to Thursday, May 21, 2026.

Spend time connecting with nature and one another through a variety of activities, including yoga, fishing, nature journaling, a guided plant walk, and more. Meals and snacks will be provided — just bring your sleeping bag and pillow!

Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to register early using the link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/2cdK02yAJK?origin=lprLink