From the coastline of Fire Island to the 30-plus miles of hiking trails on the Greenbelt Trail, Long Island is home to many beautiful parks and natural areas enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Due to climate change and stalled conservation efforts, however, many of these open spaces are under threat. With support from federal lawmakers, we can conserve these natural areas that Long Islanders treasure. One prime example is Plum Island. The 822-acre federally owned island off the North Fork is home to rich biodiversity and cultural heritage.

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