Events and Important Dates

Winter Weekend events will be held for the sixth consecutive year at Camp Santanoni in the Adirondacks.

Cross-country skiers and snowshoers will have access to the historic camp properties located in the town of Newcomb in Essex County to rest, tour the buildings, and view interpretative displays. Visitors can enjoy the wilderness surroundings while being immersed in the rich cultural history of the Adirondacks.

Reservations are not required. Contact AARCH at 518-834-9328 for more information on the Winter Weekends.

Winter Weekend events will be held for the sixth consecutive year at Camp Santanoni in the Adirondacks.

Cross-country skiers and snowshoers will have access to the historic camp properties located in the town of Newcomb in Essex County to rest, tour the buildings, and view interpretative displays. Visitors can enjoy the wilderness surroundings while being immersed in the rich cultural history of the Adirondacks.

Reservations are not required. Contact AARCH at 518-834-9328 for more information on the Winter Weekends.

MRAC meets 6 to 8 times per year. The meetings are open to the public, and members of the public may address the Advisory Council on marine resources issues.

NYSDEC will host a public availability session to provide information on a recently completed habitat management plan for Deer Creek Marsh Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in the town of Richland, Oswego County.

Come join us to learn about the goals of the plan and future habitat management at this WMA. The meeting will include a presentation and time for questions. An open house will begin at 6:00 and a formal presentation at 6:30.

Meeting Location:
Oswego County Federal Credit Union
5828 Scenic Avenue
Mexico, NY 13114

The meeting facility is wheelchair accessible. Please contact Adam Perry at 607-753-3095 x240 with any specific requests for accommodations.

Enjoy a guided snowshoe walk by the light of the full moon. For adults only. Snowshoe rental: $5/$2 for Friends members. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.

Public Meeting Location: Watervliet Senior Center, 1501 Broadway, Watervliet, NY 12189.

DEC invites the public to the meeting to learn about proposed remedies to address contamination related to the Al Tech Specialty Steel Site (Watervliet, Albany Co.), within New York's State Superfund Program. Public comments about the proposals also are welcome at the meeting, and during a public comment period that runs through February 2, 2019.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposals, the public meeting, and how to comment.

Project documents can be reviewed at:

Watervliet Public Library
1501 Broadway
Watervliet, NY 12189
phone: 518-274-4471

Outdoor Fun: MOONLIT SNOWSHOE
We’ll explore Five Rivers’ trails at a relaxed pace, enjoying the moonlit snowy scene. Arrive by 7:15 PM to rent snowshoes or review snowshoeing techniques. Snowshoe rental $5, free for Friends members. Space is limited; call to register by noon, Tuesday, January 22. This program will be canceled if there is insufficient snow. Call to confirm conditions.

NOTE: Organized groups (scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) are welcome, but are asked to call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to register.

DEC invites the public to comment about a proposed remedy to address contamination related to the Former Designs for Leisure Site (Mount Kisco, Westchester Co.), within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program. Public comments about the proposal will be accepted through January 23, 2019.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the proposal and how to comment.

Project documents can be reviewed at:

Mount Kisco Public Library
100 Main Street
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
phone: 914-666-0935

NOTE: Organized groups (scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) are welcome, but are asked to call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to register.

DEC has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application for a site known as 12 Spencer Street, site ID #C224282. This site is located in the Borough of Brooklyn, within the County of Kings, and is located at 12 Spencer Street. All comments must be submitted by January 25, 2019.

A copy of the application and other relevant documents are available at:

Brooklyn Public Library – Williamsburg Branch
240 Division Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211

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Brooklyn Community Board 3
1360 Fulton Street, Rm. 202
Brooklyn, NY 11216

DEC has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application and Draft Remedial Investigation Work Plan for a site known as 674 Ninth Avenue, site ID #C231125. This site is located in the Borough of Manhattan, within the County of New York, and is located at 674 Ninth Avenue. All comments must be submitted by January 25, 2019.

A copy of the application, Draft Remedial Investigation Work Plan, and other relevant documents are available at:

New York Public Library
476 Fifth Avenue (42nd Street and Fifth Avenue)
New York, NY, 10018

DEC has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application and a Draft Remedial Action Work Plan for a site known as 480 Flushing, site ID #C224259. This site is located in the Borough of Brooklyn, within the County of Kings, and is located at 480 Flushing Avenue. Public comments about the application and draft work plan must be submitted by January 26, 2019.

Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the site and how to comment.

A copy of the application, Draft Remedial Action Work Plan and other relevant documents are available at:

Brooklyn Public Library – Marcy Branch
617 DeKalb Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11216

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Brooklyn Community Board 3
1360 Fulton Street, Rm 202
Brooklyn, NY 11216

How to Do It:  LEARN TO SNOWSHOE
Never tried snowshoeing before? Now is your chance! We'll go over the basics of how to put snowshoes on (and take them off), walk and turn. We'll go outside to put our new skills to work on a short walk. Snowshoe rental fees are waived. Please register by Wednesday, January 23. The outdoor portion of this program will be conducted on foot if there is insufficient snow.

NOTE: Organized groups (scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) are welcome, but are asked to call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to register.

Family Fun: GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK 34TH ANNUAL WINTER FESTIVAL
Join us for games at Grafton Lakes State Park for their 34th Annual Winter Fest! The event is fun for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Stop by Five Rivers’ table to see what “show” we have taken on the road.

NOTE: Organized groups (scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) are welcome, but are asked to call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to register.

If you are new volunteer or want to become a volunteer then this program is for you! Learn who we are, what we do and why we do it. We will do a short snowshoe walk after, weather permitting. Must be 18 years or older to volunteer, or have a parent/guardian volunteer with you. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING ANTLERED
Join us for a look at what antlers are made of, how they are used, and their importance to different deer species, especially New York State's white-tailed deer. During this indoor presentation, Allen Lindsay, long-time Five Rivers naturalist, will share his expertise, based on published studies and personal observations, including some made at Five Rivers.

NOTE: Organized groups (scouts, schools, hiking clubs, etc.) are welcome, but are asked to call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to register.

1/26/19, CLASS #1
Join us for a bird identification adventure! Learn how to identify common birds and how to properly use binoculars. For adults and children ages 8 and older. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.

2/23/19, CLASS #2
Join us for a bird identification adventure. This is a continuation of class #1 in January, but new participants are welcome. For adults and children ages 8 and older. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.