The answer is really quite simple - volunteerism and a commitment to the environment through protecting the waters of New York State. This is a powerful combination. The first provides the mechanism by which we can participate, and the second provides the goal we hope to achieve. Our members provide the passion.
Volunteers are the means our organization uses to accomplish anything.
Our paid staff of two with additional part-time help performs the routine and administrative duties an organization our size generates. This is no small effort, but our work is performed by our many members through our committees and related activities. The Executive Director is discussing this important relationship in her message. I have always been impressed by the energy volunteers bring to any activity whether it be our Association or any other. To a large extent I believe this strength comes from the fact that volunteers have very little to gain personally from their efforts and focus on what is important in achieving our goals.