Huntington expands Northport nature preserve

The Town of Huntington has expanded the Henry Ingraham Nature Preserve in Northport, after acquiring a 5.66-acre parcel of land.

Town officials joined Rob Ingraham, the grandson of Henry Ingraham, to make the announcement on Friday, July 11.

The newly acquired property, located on the west side of Waterside Avenue, was officially purchased on July 7 through the town’s Environmental Open Space and Park Fund, according to a town statement.

First established in 1998, the Henry Ingraham Nature Preserve was part of a public-private partnership involving Huntington, Suffolk County and the Iroquois Gas Transmission System. The collaboration laid the foundation for long-term conservation efforts in the area and helped preserve a key piece of Huntington’s natural heritage, according to the town.

“This latest addition to the Henry Ingraham Nature Preserve protects open space and preserves the natural character of our community”, Smyth said. “These efforts ensure future generations will be able to enjoy green, undeveloped land for passive recreation and the appreciation of our town’s unique natural landscapes.”

The property, purchased from the Ingraham family, adds to the existing 27 acres of the Henry Ingraham Nature Preserve. The expanded preserve is accessible to the public for passive recreational uses such as walking, birdwatching, and enjoying the outdoors for residents and visitors.