as well as for the health and cleanliness of the river. The trail From the trailhead, a well-defined path is followed through woodland displaying a variety of plants and trees. The wooded area eventually gives way to wetlands and a small lake. Here the path becomes a boardwalk round the lake. The trail is a circular route of about total, there are several small side paths taking the total trail length to about . Natural history The area provides both dry wood and wetland habitats that support many species of trees, plants, animals and insects. Many of the animals whilst not rare or endangered are found locally only in this area. See also Rotterdam Square Mall References External links USGS Topo map (United States Geological Survey) NY DEC Wetlands program The Great Flats Aquifer Protected areas of Schenectady County, New York