Get involved. Stay connected. Make a difference.
Sterling Sustainability Support Network        Â
Most people want to make the Earth a better place for everyone. Unfortunately, we live in a throwaway culture that often puts profit before people and the planet. Because of this, we need a cultural shift that supports people’s natural desire to live more connected to their community and to nature.
People need accurate information, practical advice, encouragement, and a place to celebrate the small wins and mourn the losses. The goal of this group is to create that space.
Let’s come together to make environmentalism feel approachable, meaningful, and even fun. No one should feel like they have to walk this path alone.
The Sustainability Support Network is a community group that meets at the Sterling Nature Center to learn, share ideas, and support local sustainability efforts.
Upcoming Presentations
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Sunday, March 8, 2026 • 3:00–4:30 PM
Planning a Sustainability Garden
April, May, June
Topics will include:
• Composting Best Practices
• Installing Your Own Heat Pump
• Riparian Buffers
Stay tuned for updates.
Community Projects and Ongoing Efforts
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In addition to presentations, the Sustainability Support Network may also take part in hands-on and community-based projects such as:
Biweekly Woods Walking Group
Join us for relaxed walks through the woods focused on observation, movement, and connection to the land.
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Help collect data on algal blooms and water conditions as part of a community science effort.
Citizen Science: Little Sodus Bay Monitoring
Locavore Education Project
Learn how to source food locally and build stronger connections with local growers and producers.
Contact Susan schilddauphin@gmail.com.
Join the group
Suggestions for further action groups:
Cornell Cooperative Extension: https://ccecayuga.org/
Alliance for the Great Lakes: https://greatlakes.org/get-involved/
Third Act: https://thirdact.org/upstate-ny/
Sustainable Finger Lakes: https://sustainablefingerlakes.org/