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Full Calendar Outdoor Recreation and Family Activities Five Rivers Environmental Education Center Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve &Env Ed Center Meetings, Deadlines and Training Opportunities Public Meetings and Hearings Comment and Application Deadlines Workshops and Training Calendar Criteria
Week of 28 January, 2018
Monday - 1/29
Proposed Cleanup - Kristal Auto Mall Site (E. Flatbush) Public Comment Deadline https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/1... Contact DEC, Division of Environmental Remediationderweb@dec.ny.gov DEC invites the public to comment about a proposed remedy to address contamination related to the Kristal Auto Mall Site (Kings Highway, East Flatbush, Brooklyn), within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program. Public comments about the proposal will be accepted through January 29, 2018.
Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposed remedy and how to comment.
Project documents can be reviewed at: Brooklyn Public Library, Rugby Branch, 1000 Utica Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11203; phone: 718-566-0054 --and-- Brooklyn Community Board 18, 1097 Bergen Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11234-4841; phone: 718-241-0422.
1:00 PM Part 226 Solvent Metal Cleaning Processes Stakeholder Meeting Contact John Henkesair.regs@dec.ny.gov Location NYSDEC Central Office, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY - Map The NYSDEC Division of Air Resources invites stakeholders and interested parties to participate in a meeting to discuss plans to amend 6 NYCRR Part 226 ‘Solvent Metal Cleaning Processes’ and add a new subpart to address industrial cleaning solvents.
The meeting will be held on January 29, 2018 at 1:00pm, 625 Broadway, Albany.
Tuesday - 1/30
7:30 PM Five Rivers - Moonlit Snowshoe CANCELED http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center5Rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map CANCELED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT SNOW
Outdoor Fun: MOONLIT SNOWSHOE
We’ll explore Five Rivers’ trails at a relaxed pace, enjoying the moonlit snowy scene. Arrive by 7:15 if you need to borrow snowshoes or to quickly review snowshoeing techniques. Snowshoe rental is $5 per pair; free for Friends members. Space is limited. Call 518-475-0291 by Saturday, January 27 to register. This program will be canceled if snow depth is insufficient. Call to
confirm conditions.
NOTE: We are unable to accommodate organized groups
(scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) at our public programs. Please
call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to schedule a separate program for your
group.
Friday - 2/2
Draft Investigation Plan - Fmr. Globe Woolen Mills (Utica) Comment Deadline https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/1... Contact DEC, Division of Environmental Remediationderweb@dec.ny.gov DEC invites the public to comment about a draft plan to investigate contamination related to the Former Globe Woolen Mills Site (Utica, Oneida Co.), within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program. Public comments about the draft plan will be accepted through February 2, 2018.
Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the draft plan and how to comment.
Project documents can be reviewed at: Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501; phone: 315-735-2279.
Inv. & Cleanup Measures Plan-1550 Harlem Rd. Site (Cheektowaga) Comment Deadline https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/1... Contact DEC, Division of Environmental Remediationderweb@dec.ny.gov DEC invites the public to comment about a draft plan to investigate and take remedial measures to address contamination related to the 1550 Harlem Road Site (Cheektowaga, Erie Co.), within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program. Public comments about the proposal will be accepted through February 2, 2018.
Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposal and how to comment.
Project documents can be reviewed at: East Clinton Branch Library, 1929 Clinton Street, Buffalo, NY 14206; phone: 716-823-5626.
Saturday - 2/3
10:00 AM Five Rivers - Groundhog Day: The history, the celebration , the rodent http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center5Rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map GROUNDHOG DAY: THE HISTORY, THE CELEBRATION, THE RODENT
The history of Groundhog Day goes back thousands of years and was created from many cultures. Join us for this indoor presentation and outdoor walk to learn about this fascinating history, as well as how this unofficial holiday is celebrated throughout North America today. We will also delve into the natural history of this unassuming rodent.
NOTE: We are unable to accommodate organized groups
(scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) at our public programs. Please
call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to schedule a separate program for your
group.
Reinstein Woods: Learn to Cross-Country Ski http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html Contact reinsteinwoods@dec.ny.gov Location Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve & Environmental Education Center, 93 Honorine Dr. Depew, NY 14043 - Map Learn the basics of cross-country skiing before going on a short guided ski tour. Ski rental $8.00/person; Friends of Reinstein members $5.00/person. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up.
11:00 AM Reinstein Woods: Woods Walk - Nature Guide's Choice http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html Contact reinsteinwoods@dec.ny.gov Location Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve & Environmental Education Center, 93 Honorine Dr. Depew, NY 14043 - Map Join a guided nature walk through the woods. No registration required.
2:00 PM Five Rivers - Family Fun Groundhog Day for Kids http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center5Rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map Family Fun: GROUNDHOG DAY FOR KIDS
Join us indoors to learn more about the legendary groundhog through interactive games, activities and crafts. Then, if weather permits, we will venture outside for an easy stroll to look for signs of this amazing rodent and its relatives. This program is most suitable for children ages 6-10. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291 by February 1 to register.
NOTE: We are unable to accommodate organized groups
(scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) at our public programs. Please
call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to schedule a separate program for your
group.
