The Fulton Chain of Lakes Association welcomes volunteers of all ages for a work session at Skull Island on Second Lake on Saturday, August 27 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Since last summer the organization has held a number of work sessions where soil was replaced in heavily eroded areas of the island and plants were transplanted from neighboring Treasure Island.

In the past year, the plants have begun to grow and, according to FCLA spokesperson Heather Stafford, there is a noticeable difference to the area.

On Saturday, the FCLA will be roping off another area to help restore another portion of the island.

Those seeking more information about the Skull Island Restoration Project can call Heather or Ed Stafford at (315) 369-6489.

Skull Island on Second Lake showing its erosion damage

Last year, the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association was successful in adopting Skull Island for restoration through the New York Department of Environmental Conservation’s “Adopt a Natural Resource” Program.

During the summer of 2010, the FCLA held two work sessions, where soil was replaced in heavily eroded areas and plants were transplanted from neighboring Treasure Island.

In the past year, the plants have begun to grow and, according to FCLA spokesperson Heather Stafford, there is a noticeable difference to the area.

Once again, the Fulton Chain of Lakes Association will be roping off another area to help restore another portion of the island.

The FCLA welcomes volunteer help of all ages to come to Skull Island on Second Lake on Saturday, August 13 at 9 a.m.

Those seeking more information about the Skull Island Restoration Project can call Heather or Ed Stafford at (315) 369-6489.