Events Calendar
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This calendar provides a listing of all DEC-sponsored events that are open to the public. You can click on any event in the calendar to view additional details about the event. Use the drop-down box at the top of the calendar if you only wish to view events located in a particular region of the state. Note that the events at environmental education centers will only display in the region in which they are located, even though they serve residents from adjacent areas. We welcome people with disabilities to all of our programs. Please call the contact number ahead to let us know your specific needs and we will be happy to learn how we can best serve you.
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January 2010
30th Annual New Year's Day Bird Count
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, January 01, 2010 9:00 AM
Come celebrate Albany's First Morning as we search high and low for our fine feathered friends. In the 29 years of this annual foray, 70 different species have been found at Five Rivers on New Year's Day. Bring binoculars and dress warmly. If severe weather is forecast, call the Center on Thursday, December 31 to confirm.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, January 01, 2010 9:00 AM
Come celebrate Albany's First Morning as we search high and low for our fine feathered friends. In the 29 years of this annual foray, 70 different species have been found at Five Rivers on New Year's Day. Bring binoculars and dress warmly. If severe weather is forecast, call the Center on Thursday, December 31 to confirm.
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New Year Wildlife List
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:00 AM
Get out, and get ready to learn about winter wildlife. We will offer tips on where and when to look for wildlife and enjoy a nature walk to jump start your "life list" of animals for the New Year. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:00 AM
Get out, and get ready to learn about winter wildlife. We will offer tips on where and when to look for wildlife and enjoy a nature walk to jump start your "life list" of animals for the New Year. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Winter Greenery
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:00 AM
We'll look for signs of green under the frost and snow: moss, evergreen ferns, lichens, spruces and pines.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 10:00 AM
We'll look for signs of green under the frost and snow: moss, evergreen ferns, lichens, spruces and pines.
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Tree Identification
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 2:00 PM
Learn the basics of tree identification with easy-to-use field guides. We'll focus on the many species of conifers found on the Five Rivers property.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 02, 2010 2:00 PM
Learn the basics of tree identification with easy-to-use field guides. We'll focus on the many species of conifers found on the Five Rivers property.
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Birding by Snowshoe
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 9:00 AM
Join bird experts from Fiver Rivers, the Capitol Region Audubon Society and the Hudson Mohawk Bird Club as we search for resident species and winter specialties. A briefing on how to snowshoe will precede the outing. This program, geared for the birding/snowshoeing novice, is open to the public free of charge. Please call the center at 518-475-0291 by January 6 to register. If insufficient snow, we will go afoot.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 9:00 AM
Join bird experts from Fiver Rivers, the Capitol Region Audubon Society and the Hudson Mohawk Bird Club as we search for resident species and winter specialties. A briefing on how to snowshoe will precede the outing. This program, geared for the birding/snowshoeing novice, is open to the public free of charge. Please call the center at 518-475-0291 by January 6 to register. If insufficient snow, we will go afoot.
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32nd Annual Winter Living Celebration
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
This annual festival highlights winter recreation opportunities, educational exhibits and demonstrations and fun family entertainment. Cross-country skis and snowshoes are welcome. Bring your Christmas tree for recycling. Event is appropriate for all ages. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
FREE
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
This annual festival highlights winter recreation opportunities, educational exhibits and demonstrations and fun family entertainment. Cross-country skis and snowshoes are welcome. Bring your Christmas tree for recycling. Event is appropriate for all ages. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
FREE
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The Natural History of Empty Nests
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 2:00 PM
The leafless landscape of winter reveals a host of summer's secrets. Join center staff as we scour the brush for abandoned bird nests to tudy who might have made them to begin with and who might have moved in since. An inspection of some of the center's bluebird boxes may also prove revealing. Plans and tips for making bird houses will be provided.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 09, 2010 2:00 PM
The leafless landscape of winter reveals a host of summer's secrets. Join center staff as we scour the brush for abandoned bird nests to tudy who might have made them to begin with and who might have moved in since. An inspection of some of the center's bluebird boxes may also prove revealing. Plans and tips for making bird houses will be provided.
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Chenango Greenway Winter Hike Series: Cross-country Ski/Snowshoe
Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 26 and February 13 (audience and times vary)
FREE
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Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 26 and February 13 (audience and times vary)
FREE
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Project WILD Workshop
Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Jes Steele at 607-273-6260
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Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Jes Steele at 607-273-6260
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Canids of New York
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 10:00 AM
Learn about coyotes and foxes, the wild dogs of New York State, during this indoor.outdoor program on the habitat, predators and prey of these carnivores.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 10:00 AM
Learn about coyotes and foxes, the wild dogs of New York State, during this indoor.outdoor program on the habitat, predators and prey of these carnivores.
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Mammals
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 10:00 AM
Skins, skulls and scat, oh my! This is a great opportunity to learn about mammals that may appear in your backyard or identify that strange scat pile you came across on a hike. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 10:00 AM
Skins, skulls and scat, oh my! This is a great opportunity to learn about mammals that may appear in your backyard or identify that strange scat pile you came across on a hike. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Snowshoeing for Girl Scouts
Five RIvers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 2:00 PM
Enjoy this beautiful season by discovering animal tracks and-if weather permits-learning to snowshoe. We will discuss basic snowshoeing techniques then head out on the trail to look for signs of winter animal activity. Please call Five Rivers at 475-0291 by January 12 to register your troop.
There is a materials fee of $1 per person.
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Five RIvers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 16, 2010 2:00 PM
Enjoy this beautiful season by discovering animal tracks and-if weather permits-learning to snowshoe. We will discuss basic snowshoeing techniques then head out on the trail to look for signs of winter animal activity. Please call Five Rivers at 475-0291 by January 12 to register your troop.
There is a materials fee of $1 per person.
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Senior Series: Hike Chenango Canal Tow Path (Hamilton)
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
We will observe tracks and traces, learn some local history and keep warm by snowshoeing. If there isn't enough snow for snowshoeing, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
We will observe tracks and traces, learn some local history and keep warm by snowshoeing. If there isn't enough snow for snowshoeing, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Astronomy
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, January 22, 2010 7:00 PM
Join us and the Albany Area Astronomers for a night of star gazing with their telescopes. Dress to be outdoors, although you may warm up indoors.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, January 22, 2010 7:00 PM
Join us and the Albany Area Astronomers for a night of star gazing with their telescopes. Dress to be outdoors, although you may warm up indoors.
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Snowshoe Chenango Canal
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
We will observe nature in winter and hunt for the tracks and traces of wildlife. This hike is open to everyone and will be a winter adventure! Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
We will observe nature in winter and hunt for the tracks and traces of wildlife. This hike is open to everyone and will be a winter adventure! Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Snowshoe Training for Volunteers
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 10:00 AM
The public is invited to join our volunteers as they prepare for the coming snowshoe season. Participants will learn about the history of snowshoes, snowshoeing techniques and how to be of assistance to winter guests at Five Rivers.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 10:00 AM
The public is invited to join our volunteers as they prepare for the coming snowshoe season. Participants will learn about the history of snowshoes, snowshoeing techniques and how to be of assistance to winter guests at Five Rivers.
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Snowshoe Walk
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 2:00 PM
Join us for a walk to explore the world of winter and look for animal signs. Snowshoes will be provided. Beginners welcome.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 23, 2010 2:00 PM
Join us for a walk to explore the world of winter and look for animal signs. Snowshoes will be provided. Beginners welcome.
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Chenango Greenway Winter Hike Series: Cross-country Ski/Snowshoe
Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Ideal for children in grades K through 6.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 13 and February 13 (audience and time varies).
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Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Ideal for children in grades K through 6.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 13 and February 13 (audience and time varies).
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Science & Civics Workshop
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center in Wappingers Falls - Dutchess County
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Sue Kmiotek at 845-831-8780 x300
Additional information and directions to Stony Kill.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center in Wappingers Falls - Dutchess County
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Sue Kmiotek at 845-831-8780 x300
Additional information and directions to Stony Kill.
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Water Animals in Winter
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 10:00 AM
Did you ever wonder what happens to all those turtles, frogs, salamanders and insects you see in the water all summer? Come and learn where they go and what they're doing now that ice covers the ponds.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 10:00 AM
Did you ever wonder what happens to all those turtles, frogs, salamanders and insects you see in the water all summer? Come and learn where they go and what they're doing now that ice covers the ponds.
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Winter Tracking
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 2:00 PM
Find out who left that track in the snow. How long ago did the animal pass by? Where was it going, and what was it looking for? We may not see the animals, but we can learn a lot about them by studying their tracks.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 2:00 PM
Find out who left that track in the snow. How long ago did the animal pass by? Where was it going, and what was it looking for? We may not see the animals, but we can learn a lot about them by studying their tracks.
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Full Moon - Snowshoe Hike
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Leave your flashlights behind, and let the moon lead the way. We will observe nature at night and keep our eyes open for elusive nocturnal animals. If there is no snow, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, January 30, 2010 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Leave your flashlights behind, and let the moon lead the way. We will observe nature at night and keep our eyes open for elusive nocturnal animals. If there is no snow, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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February 2010
Energy Trilogy Workshop
Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, February 02, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register online with NYSERDA
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Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, February 02, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register online with NYSERDA
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Pine Needle Basket-Making
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 06, 2010 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: For ages 14 and up.
With guest artist Anita Wahlen, participants will make a basket using the coiled technique of the Native American basket makers. A brief history will also be presented. The technique requires concentration and patience, but participants will be rewarded with a beautiful and unique basket. Call 475-0291 to register by February 1.
Materials fee $30. Limited registration; first come, first served. Bring a bag lunch.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 06, 2010 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: For ages 14 and up.
With guest artist Anita Wahlen, participants will make a basket using the coiled technique of the Native American basket makers. A brief history will also be presented. The technique requires concentration and patience, but participants will be rewarded with a beautiful and unique basket. Call 475-0291 to register by February 1.
Materials fee $30. Limited registration; first come, first served. Bring a bag lunch.
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Children: Fireside Storytelling
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 06, 2010 11:00 AM
Ages: 3 to 10 and their families
Snuggle up by the fire at the Bird Cabin, and listen to tales about winter in the big woods. Bring your imagination and a pillow. Apple cider and popcorn will be provided. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 06, 2010 11:00 AM
Ages: 3 to 10 and their families
Snuggle up by the fire at the Bird Cabin, and listen to tales about winter in the big woods. Bring your imagination and a pillow. Apple cider and popcorn will be provided. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Project WILD Workshop
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Part I
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Part II
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Part I
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Part II
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Great Backyard Bird Count
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 9:00 AM
This weekend, birders all across North America will count birds in their yards or local parks as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count. Join bird experts from Five Rivers and the Capital Region Audubon Society as we count birds at our feeders from the comfort of the viewing window and show how you, too, can help the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology and National Audubon Society track the distribution and abundance of winter birds.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 9:00 AM
This weekend, birders all across North America will count birds in their yards or local parks as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count. Join bird experts from Five Rivers and the Capital Region Audubon Society as we count birds at our feeders from the comfort of the viewing window and show how you, too, can help the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology and National Audubon Society track the distribution and abundance of winter birds.
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Chenango Greenway Winter Hike Series: Cross-country Ski/Snowshoe
Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Saturday, February 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 13 and 26 (audience and time varies).
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Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Saturday, February 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: December 18, January 13 and 26 (audience and time varies).
FREE
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Holey Dwellers!
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 11:00 AM
Who lives in a hole under the ground? Many animals use holes in the ground for year-round shelter or maternity dens. Walk the trails with us as we search for some holes and signs of the creatures that use them. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 11:00 AM
Who lives in a hole under the ground? Many animals use holes in the ground for year-round shelter or maternity dens. Walk the trails with us as we search for some holes and signs of the creatures that use them. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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The Ecology of Snow
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 2:00 PM
For winter wildlife, a rich blanket of snow can be either a blessing or a curse. While winter's "false bottom" may impede mobility and hide food sources, it can also provide protection for many species of flora and fauna. Join center naturalists on an outdoor study of winter's ecological impact.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 13, 2010 2:00 PM
For winter wildlife, a rich blanket of snow can be either a blessing or a curse. While winter's "false bottom" may impede mobility and hide food sources, it can also provide protection for many species of flora and fauna. Join center naturalists on an outdoor study of winter's ecological impact.
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Nature: Reading and Doing - A Family Program
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:00 AM
Join us for a winter adventure! After sharing a book with a winter theme, the weather will determine whether our outdoor walk is by foot or on snowshoes. There will be popcorn and hot chocolate afterwards. Call by February 16 to register.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:00 AM
Join us for a winter adventure! After sharing a book with a winter theme, the weather will determine whether our outdoor walk is by foot or on snowshoes. There will be popcorn and hot chocolate afterwards. Call by February 16 to register.
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Senior Series: Adams Farm Snowshoe Hike
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Don your mittens, and snowshoe with us at our beautiful Adams Farm. Not only is it fun, an event like this will chase those winter blues away. Walkers are welcome. Dress warmly. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, February 18, 2010 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Don your mittens, and snowshoe with us at our beautiful Adams Farm. Not only is it fun, an event like this will chase those winter blues away. Walkers are welcome. Dress warmly. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Nightwalk: Coyotes
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, February 19, 2010 7:00 PM
Nocturnal animals are uniquely adapted to the realm of night. Join us for an indoor presentation and outdoor walk to look and listen for these fascinating animals and to explore their habitat.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, February 19, 2010 7:00 PM
Nocturnal animals are uniquely adapted to the realm of night. Join us for an indoor presentation and outdoor walk to look and listen for these fascinating animals and to explore their habitat.
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Climate Change
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 10:00 AM
How will global warming affect plants and animals and the landscape at Five Rivers? We'll walk the trails and discuss possible impacts as the climate changes dramatically in the years to come.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 10:00 AM
How will global warming affect plants and animals and the landscape at Five Rivers? We'll walk the trails and discuss possible impacts as the climate changes dramatically in the years to come.
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Maple Sugaring
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
What's a waffle without maple syrup? Ever wonder how that awesome sweet stuff is made? Join our staff for a maple sugaring demonstration. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot to carpool. Please call to register, and dress to be outside. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
What's a waffle without maple syrup? Ever wonder how that awesome sweet stuff is made? Join our staff for a maple sugaring demonstration. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot to carpool. Please call to register, and dress to be outside. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Feed the Birds
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 2:00 PM
We'll make some feeders for our winged friends and then take a walk to look for birds and bird habitat.
$1 materials fee per person.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 20, 2010 2:00 PM
We'll make some feeders for our winged friends and then take a walk to look for birds and bird habitat.
$1 materials fee per person.
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Project WET Workshop
Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, February 27, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, February 27, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Who's Under the Snow?
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 10:00 AM
Even in winter, life in the natural world surrounds us. Join us for a walk to learn about the hidden life under the snow.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 10:00 AM
Even in winter, life in the natural world surrounds us. Join us for a walk to learn about the hidden life under the snow.
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Tracking for Kids
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 2:00 PM
Winter is a great season to learn about animal tracks and trails. Join us for an indoor talk and outdoor presentation. Kids will learn to read the signs and identify who has been in their own backyards and what they were doing.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 2:00 PM
Winter is a great season to learn about animal tracks and trails. Join us for an indoor talk and outdoor presentation. Kids will learn to read the signs and identify who has been in their own backyards and what they were doing.
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Full Moon Rising
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
David Terrazas, Central New York Astronomy Club, will take you on a telscopic walk on the moon, covering the craters, wrinkles, bumps and markings of this amazing rock. Dress warmly for both indoors AND outdoors. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
David Terrazas, Central New York Astronomy Club, will take you on a telscopic walk on the moon, covering the craters, wrinkles, bumps and markings of this amazing rock. Dress warmly for both indoors AND outdoors. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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March 2010
Project WET Workshop
Center State Teacher Center in New Hartford - Oneida County
Tuesday, March 02, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Center State Teacher Center in New Hartford - Oneida County
Tuesday, March 02, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Bluebirds Are Us
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 06, 2010 9:00 AM
March is a great time to get ready for bluebirds, and Five Rivers is a great place to learn how. Join us for an indoor/outdoor clinic on bluebird conservation. A show-and-tell briefing on cavity-nesting species will be followed by a walking tour of the center's "bluebird trail" to study winning conservation strategies. Free bluebird box plans.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 06, 2010 9:00 AM
March is a great time to get ready for bluebirds, and Five Rivers is a great place to learn how. Join us for an indoor/outdoor clinic on bluebird conservation. A show-and-tell briefing on cavity-nesting species will be followed by a walking tour of the center's "bluebird trail" to study winning conservation strategies. Free bluebird box plans.
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Dr. Seuss' Birthday Read-a-thon
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 06, 2010 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join our "Read Across America Day" mirth to mark the date of Dr. Seuss' birth. We'll read the Seuss books that have classical stature, with those animal names of unnatural nature. Whether sister or brother, or father or mother, parent and child must accompany each other. On top of all that, meet the Cat in the Hat and win nifty prizes for the Seuss-iest noses, shoes and eyes.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 06, 2010 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join our "Read Across America Day" mirth to mark the date of Dr. Seuss' birth. We'll read the Seuss books that have classical stature, with those animal names of unnatural nature. Whether sister or brother, or father or mother, parent and child must accompany each other. On top of all that, meet the Cat in the Hat and win nifty prizes for the Seuss-iest noses, shoes and eyes.
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4Es of Energy Workshop (K-6)
Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, March 09, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register online with NYSERDA
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Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego BOCES in Norwich - Chenango County
Tuesday, March 09, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Register online with NYSERDA
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Science & Civics Workshop
Canandaigua City School in Canandaigua - Ontario County
Friday, March 12, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Register with Julie Winston at 585-396-3497
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Canandaigua City School in Canandaigua - Ontario County
Friday, March 12, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Register with Julie Winston at 585-396-3497
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Project WILD Workshop
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for a participatory workshop for educators featuring Wildlife In Learning Design (WILD). Participants receive a free Project WILD workbook full of activities for students in grades K-12. In-service credit may be available through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Please call by March 10 to register.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for a participatory workshop for educators featuring Wildlife In Learning Design (WILD). Participants receive a free Project WILD workbook full of activities for students in grades K-12. In-service credit may be available through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Please call by March 10 to register.
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Jes Steele at 607-273-6260
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Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Jes Steele at 607-273-6260
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Project WET Workshop
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Project WET is Water Education for Teachers. Participants receive a manual of activities about water science, aquatic wildlife and environmental issues. In-service credit may be available through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Please call by March 10 to register.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Project WET is Water Education for Teachers. Participants receive a manual of activities about water science, aquatic wildlife and environmental issues. In-service credit may be available through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Please call by March 10 to register.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Schenevus Central School in Schenevus - Otsego County
Friday, March 19, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Schenevus Central School in Schenevus - Otsego County
Friday, March 19, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Is It Spring?
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, March 19, 2010 7:00 PM
The voices of the season seem to come alive at dusk to proclaim the end of winter. Join us on an outdoor search for geese, peepers, woodcock and other sounds of a spring evening, to see whether spring has sprung.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, March 19, 2010 7:00 PM
The voices of the season seem to come alive at dusk to proclaim the end of winter. Join us on an outdoor search for geese, peepers, woodcock and other sounds of a spring evening, to see whether spring has sprung.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, March 20, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, March 20, 2010 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Maple Sugar Open Houses
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Saturday, March 27, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Sunday, March 28, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
At our Maple Sugar Open Houses, watch sap drip from the tapped trees, and smell the syrup boiling in the evaporator. You'll learn to twirl a drill and pound a spile, and you'll use your taste buds to sample maple syrup. The Maple Sugar Open Houses are open to the public. Scout and other youth groups are welcome; call the center to register a group.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, March 20, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Sunday, March 21, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Saturday, March 27, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Sunday, March 28, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
At our Maple Sugar Open Houses, watch sap drip from the tapped trees, and smell the syrup boiling in the evaporator. You'll learn to twirl a drill and pound a spile, and you'll use your taste buds to sample maple syrup. The Maple Sugar Open Houses are open to the public. Scout and other youth groups are welcome; call the center to register a group.
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Project WET Workshop
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
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Growing Up WILD
Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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April 2010
Maple Sugar Open Houses
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, April 03, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
At our Maple Sugar Open Houses, watch sap drip from the tapped trees, and smell the syrup boiling in the evaporator. You'll learn to twirl a drill and pound a spile, and you'll use your taste buds to sample maple syrup. The Maple Sugar Open Houses are open to the public. Scout and other youth groups are welcome; call the center to register a group.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, April 03, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
At our Maple Sugar Open Houses, watch sap drip from the tapped trees, and smell the syrup boiling in the evaporator. You'll learn to twirl a drill and pound a spile, and you'll use your taste buds to sample maple syrup. The Maple Sugar Open Houses are open to the public. Scout and other youth groups are welcome; call the center to register a group.
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Project WET Workshop
Pfieffer Nature Center in Portville - Cattaraugus County
Tuesday, April 06, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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Pfieffer Nature Center in Portville - Cattaraugus County
Tuesday, April 06, 2010 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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July 2009
Stroller Strut
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers
Bring your stroller or wagon and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers
Bring your stroller or wagon and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Wild Wednesday: Fish Printing
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Ever wonder how scales help a fish swim or how fish are perfect for underwater living? Come find out this and more and bring home your own fish print!
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Ever wonder how scales help a fish swim or how fish are perfect for underwater living? Come find out this and more and bring home your own fish print!
Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Comstock Program Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Comstock Program Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Black Bear Informational Meeting
North Forest Rod and Gun Club, 6257 Old Niagara Rd, Lockport 14094
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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North Forest Rod and Gun Club, 6257 Old Niagara Rd, Lockport 14094
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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Black Bear Informational Meeting
Reinstein Public Library, 1030 Losson Rd, Cheektowaga 14227
Thursday, July 02, 2009 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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Reinstein Public Library, 1030 Losson Rd, Cheektowaga 14227
Thursday, July 02, 2009 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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The Hudson before Hudson Tivoli Bays Talk
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Thursday, July 02, 2009 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Dave Conover from the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater will tell you about the people, creatures and landscape of the Hudson River prior to Henry Hudson's arrival. This is part of a monthly series co-sponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and the Village of Tivoli. Wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x105.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Thursday, July 02, 2009 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Dave Conover from the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater will tell you about the people, creatures and landscape of the Hudson River prior to Henry Hudson's arrival. This is part of a monthly series co-sponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and the Village of Tivoli. Wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x105.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Explore: River
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the river? Where does the Chenango River begin and end? We will answer these questions and more as we wade into the river and investigate the aquatic creatures that live there. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Bring your boots! Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the river? Where does the Chenango River begin and end? We will answer these questions and more as we wade into the river and investigate the aquatic creatures that live there. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Bring your boots! Please call to register.
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Flickering Fireflies
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 8:30 PM
Discover the incredible world of fireflies! Learn about these amazing insects and what makes them twinkle, and then head outside to see them up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 8:30 PM
Discover the incredible world of fireflies! Learn about these amazing insects and what makes them twinkle, and then head outside to see them up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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12th Annual Butterfly Count
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 2:00 PM
Get a close-up look at common butterflies of the Capital District as we continue our annual catch-and-release census. Nets or binoculars are welcome. Register by Wednesday, July 1.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 03, 2009 2:00 PM
Get a close-up look at common butterflies of the Capital District as we continue our annual catch-and-release census. Nets or binoculars are welcome. Register by Wednesday, July 1.
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Free Canoe Trip
Kowawese State Unique Area
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Free
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Kowawese State Unique Area
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Free
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Flying WILD Workshop
Mashomack Preserve, Shelter Island - Suffolk County
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Register with Cindy Belt at cbelt@tnc.org
Workshop is part of a teacher retreat.
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Mashomack Preserve, Shelter Island - Suffolk County
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Register with Cindy Belt at cbelt@tnc.org
Workshop is part of a teacher retreat.
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Hard To Swallow?
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 7:00 PM
An outdoor walk to watch the evening feeding flights of swallows over the pond. Swallows are the original "meal on the run" animals. They consume hundreds of flying insects while performing fantastic aerial acrobatics; and they love mosquitos!
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 7:00 PM
An outdoor walk to watch the evening feeding flights of swallows over the pond. Swallows are the original "meal on the run" animals. They consume hundreds of flying insects while performing fantastic aerial acrobatics; and they love mosquitos!
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Black Bear Informational Meeting
Lancaster Municipal Building, 5423 Broadway, Lancaster 14086
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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Lancaster Municipal Building, 5423 Broadway, Lancaster 14086
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
To help further inform and educate the public about black bears, DEC invites the public to attend an upcoming informational meeting.
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Full Buck Moon Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 8:00 PM
Bring binoculars to view the moon and look for white-tailed deer bucks as they grow new antlers for the season. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 8:00 PM
Bring binoculars to view the moon and look for white-tailed deer bucks as they grow new antlers for the season. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Wild Wednesday: Water Olympics
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 08, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Come discover all the amazingly magical properties of water! Come play and find out more about this awesome summer treat.
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 08, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Come discover all the amazingly magical properties of water! Come play and find out more about this awesome summer treat.
Family-friendly, free program. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Free
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Project WILD Workshop
Great Swamp Conservancy in Canastota - Madison County
Wednesday, July 08, 2009 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Great Swamp Conservancy in Canastota - Madison County
Wednesday, July 08, 2009 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Free Canoe Program
Iona Island
Thursday, July 09, 2009 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Free
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Iona Island
Thursday, July 09, 2009 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stories In The Woods
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, July 09, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 5 and their caregivers.
Listen to a nature story, followed by a short walk in the woods. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, July 09, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 5 and their caregivers.
Listen to a nature story, followed by a short walk in the woods. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Nature Hour at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library
Julia Boyer Reinstein Library - 1030 Losson Road, Cheektowaga
Thursday, July 09, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 16, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 23, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 30, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Join a Reinstein Woods Environmental Educator for a hands-on, fun-filled hour exploring a different nature topic each week. For kids age 6 to 12. To register call the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library at 716-668-4991.
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Julia Boyer Reinstein Library - 1030 Losson Road, Cheektowaga
Thursday, July 09, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 16, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 23, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 30, 2009 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Join a Reinstein Woods Environmental Educator for a hands-on, fun-filled hour exploring a different nature topic each week. For kids age 6 to 12. To register call the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library at 716-668-4991.
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Energy Trilogy Workshop
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, July 16, 2009 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, July 16, 2009 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Friday, July 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Friday, July 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Explore: Pond
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 10, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the pond? Ponds are teeming with animal and plant life. Some animals live in the water, some live above the water, and others lives in the area surrounding the pond. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 10, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the pond? Ponds are teeming with animal and plant life. Some animals live in the water, some live above the water, and others lives in the area surrounding the pond. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Saturday, July 11, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Saturday, July 11, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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A Dip (Net) In The Pond
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM
An introduction to the variety of life in and around a pond. On the way to the pond we will be on the lookout for signs of other animals who use our ponds. After collecting and identifying pond critters we will release them back into their pond habitat unharmed.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM
An introduction to the variety of life in and around a pond. On the way to the pond we will be on the lookout for signs of other animals who use our ponds. After collecting and identifying pond critters we will release them back into their pond habitat unharmed.
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Summer Wildflowers
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:30 AM
Search for the wildflowers of the summer season and learn their uses and folklore. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:30 AM
Search for the wildflowers of the summer season and learn their uses and folklore. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Family Fun: Stream Strolling
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:00 PM
An introduction to the variety of life in and around a stream. What better way to cool off by walking in the stream. We will collect some of the myriad of life forms from the stream and then release them back into their homes unharmed. Wear "water-friendly" footgear. Please, no sandals or bare feet.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:00 PM
An introduction to the variety of life in and around a stream. What better way to cool off by walking in the stream. We will collect some of the myriad of life forms from the stream and then release them back into their homes unharmed. Wear "water-friendly" footgear. Please, no sandals or bare feet.
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Hike Adams Farm
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM
Adams Farm is alive with diverse wildlife. This is a great time of year to check out the fish, birds and blooms in the ponds and along the trail. Get out for fresh air and join us for a fun foray. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM
Adams Farm is alive with diverse wildlife. This is a great time of year to check out the fish, birds and blooms in the ponds and along the trail. Get out for fresh air and join us for a fun foray. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Guided Nature Walks
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:00 PM
Venturing outside brings personal rewards as we discover the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Chirping birds, scenic landscapes and the comings and goings of animals that leave their tracks and traces behind all contribute to an exciting outdoor experience. Join a Stony Kill naturalist every Saturday afternoon as we explore Stony Kill. For all ages.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, July 25, 2009 2:00 PM
Venturing outside brings personal rewards as we discover the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Chirping birds, scenic landscapes and the comings and goings of animals that leave their tracks and traces behind all contribute to an exciting outdoor experience. Join a Stony Kill naturalist every Saturday afternoon as we explore Stony Kill. For all ages.
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Open Barn
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, July 18, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, July 25, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, July 18, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, July 25, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions.
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Project Learning Tree (PLT) Workshop
Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Summer Wildflowers
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:00 AM
Help us search for wildflowers in bloom as we take a leisurely ramble on one of our wooded trails. Soapwort, Joe-Pye weed, moth mullein and milkweed are just a few we might encounter.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:00 AM
Help us search for wildflowers in bloom as we take a leisurely ramble on one of our wooded trails. Soapwort, Joe-Pye weed, moth mullein and milkweed are just a few we might encounter.
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Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Sunday, July 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Sunday, July 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Public Meeting - Former National Grid Saratoga-Lake Avenue MGP Site
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Monday, July 13, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the draft Decision Document and Remedial Action Work Plan for the site. The public comment period will end two weeks after the public meeting. The Fact Sheet and Decision Document can be found on Region 5 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, Scott Deyette, at (518) 402-9662. The Decision Document will be noticed in the ENB on July 1.
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Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Monday, July 13, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the draft Decision Document and Remedial Action Work Plan for the site. The public comment period will end two weeks after the public meeting. The Fact Sheet and Decision Document can be found on Region 5 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, Scott Deyette, at (518) 402-9662. The Decision Document will be noticed in the ENB on July 1.
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Public Information Meeting on Emerald Ash Borer
Randolph Fire Hall, 70 Main Street, Randolph NY
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
What is an emerald ash borer? Why are they a problem? What are the purple boxes hanging in trees? What can I do to help protect ash trees? Learn the answers to these questions and many more at the upcoming meeting. Anyone interested is welcome to attend!
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Randolph Fire Hall, 70 Main Street, Randolph NY
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
What is an emerald ash borer? Why are they a problem? What are the purple boxes hanging in trees? What can I do to help protect ash trees? Learn the answers to these questions and many more at the upcoming meeting. Anyone interested is welcome to attend!
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Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Public Mtg - BB&S Treated Lumber Corporation Site - Proposed ROD Amendment
Incorporated Village of Westhampton Beach Village Offices, 165 Mill Road, Westhampton Beach, New York 11978
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the Proposed Record of Decision Amendment for the site. The public comment period is from June 22, 2009 to August 31, 2009. The Fact Sheet and the Proposed ROD Amendment can be found on Region 1 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, David Chiusano, at (518) 402-9814.
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Incorporated Village of Westhampton Beach Village Offices, 165 Mill Road, Westhampton Beach, New York 11978
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the Proposed Record of Decision Amendment for the site. The public comment period is from June 22, 2009 to August 31, 2009. The Fact Sheet and the Proposed ROD Amendment can be found on Region 1 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, David Chiusano, at (518) 402-9814.
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Plant Posse
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
Bring gloves and hand-held grass clippers and help us out as we cut phragmites (tall reed grass), an invasive species that is threatening Five Rivers' wetlands. With your help we can beat it back!
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 7:00 PM
Bring gloves and hand-held grass clippers and help us out as we cut phragmites (tall reed grass), an invasive species that is threatening Five Rivers' wetlands. With your help we can beat it back!
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Wild Wednesday: Alien Invaders!
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Aliens have invaded New York State! Come find out more about Chinese Mitten Crabs, Asian Shore Crabs, Water Chestnut and even Goldfish!
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Aliens have invaded New York State! Come find out more about Chinese Mitten Crabs, Asian Shore Crabs, Water Chestnut and even Goldfish!
Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Pond Life
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Senior Series: Summer Flowers
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Brighten your morning with a walk on the trails to look at summer flowers. Learn of the adaptations and lore of milkweed, asters, geraniums and more! Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Brighten your morning with a walk on the trails to look at summer flowers. Learn of the adaptations and lore of milkweed, asters, geraniums and more! Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Explore: Field
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 17, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the field? Crab spiders, monarch butterflies and snakes, oh my! What other living things are found in the field? We will get close to the ground to explore the many wonders of the field. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 17, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the field? Crab spiders, monarch butterflies and snakes, oh my! What other living things are found in the field? We will get close to the ground to explore the many wonders of the field. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Fishing the River at Norrie Point
Norrie Point Environmental Center, Staatsburg
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All ages
Sample what's in Norrie Cove with a 30 foot seine net or try angling off the patio - rods and bait provided. Families welcome. Cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY. Partially wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x108.
Directions to Norrie Point
Free
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Norrie Point Environmental Center, Staatsburg
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All ages
Sample what's in Norrie Cove with a 30 foot seine net or try angling off the patio - rods and bait provided. Families welcome. Cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY. Partially wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x108.
Directions to Norrie Point
Free
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Canoe/Kayak Unadilla River
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for a paddle down the beautiful Unadilla River. This wide section of the river meanders through forested and agricultural land. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Some paddling experience is required. Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for a paddle down the beautiful Unadilla River. This wide section of the river meanders through forested and agricultural land. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Some paddling experience is required. Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Pond Life for Pee Wees
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Remembering CCC Camp S-72
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:00 AM
Seventy-five years ago, Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp S-72 was established on this site to create the Delmar Experimental Game Farm. Join us on an historical tour to study the enduring legacy of this heroic program, which is still a vibrant and integral part of the site's unique sense of place.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:00 AM
Seventy-five years ago, Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp S-72 was established on this site to create the Delmar Experimental Game Farm. Join us on an historical tour to study the enduring legacy of this heroic program, which is still a vibrant and integral part of the site's unique sense of place.
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Wild Fruits
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:00 AM
What edible and non-edible wild fruits can we find growing along the paths and grounds of Stony Kill? Join us as we wander along looking for these gifts of summer.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:00 AM
What edible and non-edible wild fruits can we find growing along the paths and grounds of Stony Kill? Join us as we wander along looking for these gifts of summer.
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Creature Feature: BEAVER
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM
In summer, there's no such thing as an eager beaver. There are no seasonal floods to require dam repair, the kits are being weaned, and there's plenty of succulent new growth to enjoy. Join us on an outdoor foray to monitor summer "activity" of beaver and other pond inhabitants.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 2009 2:00 PM
In summer, there's no such thing as an eager beaver. There are no seasonal floods to require dam repair, the kits are being weaned, and there's plenty of succulent new growth to enjoy. Join us on an outdoor foray to monitor summer "activity" of beaver and other pond inhabitants.
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Utica Teacher Center in Utica - Oneida County
Monday, July 20, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Utica Teacher Center in Utica - Oneida County
Monday, July 20, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Monday, July 20, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Monday, July 20, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Summer Ecology School
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve & Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 23, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: For formal and non-formal educators of students in grades K - 12.
Join us to gain interdisciplinary activities for your classroom and curriculum to connect students to nature. A Project Learning Tree workshop is included in this program.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve & Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, July 23, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: For formal and non-formal educators of students in grades K - 12.
Join us to gain interdisciplinary activities for your classroom and curriculum to connect students to nature. A Project Learning Tree workshop is included in this program.
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Nightwalk: BATS
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 7:00 PM
This program starts indoors with a presentation on the bats of New York State. We will conclude with an outdoor evening stroll ending at the Jones Barn where we will watch for bats emerging for their night of foraging.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 7:00 PM
This program starts indoors with a presentation on the bats of New York State. We will conclude with an outdoor evening stroll ending at the Jones Barn where we will watch for bats emerging for their night of foraging.
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Insects of the Night
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 8:30 PM
We will attract moths and other insects using light and scent on this evening walk. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, July 21, 2009 8:30 PM
We will attract moths and other insects using light and scent on this evening walk. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Wild Wednesday: Beach Combing
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
What can be found on a Hudson River beach? Come see for yourself at this Wild Wednesday! Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
What can be found on a Hudson River beach? Come see for yourself at this Wild Wednesday! Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Explore: Forest
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 24, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the forest? Walk on the wild side with your eyes wide open as we visit the woods. How many creatures and features can you spot? Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 24, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in the forest? Walk on the wild side with your eyes wide open as we visit the woods. How many creatures and features can you spot? Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Family Fun: Home Tweet Home
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Join us for a nature walk with activities about bird nests of all shapes and sizes. Fun for the whole family!
Registration by Tuesday, July 21, is necessary.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Join us for a nature walk with activities about bird nests of all shapes and sizes. Fun for the whole family!
Registration by Tuesday, July 21, is necessary.
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Fireflies!
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 6:30 PM
Make a firefly "lantern" and learn the fascinating story of bioluminescence and how fireflies use it to find a mate or a meal.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 6:30 PM
Make a firefly "lantern" and learn the fascinating story of bioluminescence and how fireflies use it to find a mate or a meal.
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Kopac Trail Hike
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Located in McDonough State Forest, the Kopac Trail passes through a conifer forest and by two ponds. Along the trail, an accessible observation deck overlooks Kopac Pond. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register and for details.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, July 25, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Located in McDonough State Forest, the Kopac Trail passes through a conifer forest and by two ponds. Along the trail, an accessible observation deck overlooks Kopac Pond. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register and for details.
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Project WILD Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Saturday, July 25, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with: Ginger Wszalek at 716-683-5959
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Saturday, July 25, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with: Ginger Wszalek at 716-683-5959
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Project WILD Workshop
Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Monday, July 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Monday, July 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Project WILD Workshop
Albion Central Schools District Office - Orleans County
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Register with: Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959.
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Albion Central Schools District Office - Orleans County
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Register with: Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959.
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Project WET Workshop
Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with: Amy Kochem 607-674-4017 x628.
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Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with: Amy Kochem 607-674-4017 x628.
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Firefly Watch
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 7:00 PM
Remember catching fireflies as a kid? Join us for an evening walk to take a census of fireflies and learn about how we can help these magical beetles.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 7:00 PM
Remember catching fireflies as a kid? Join us for an evening walk to take a census of fireflies and learn about how we can help these magical beetles.
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Wild Wednesday: Flower Printing
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Take a look and smell at some of New York's prettiest wildflowers. Then join us in drying and printing with them.
Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Take a look and smell at some of New York's prettiest wildflowers. Then join us in drying and printing with them.
Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Project WET Workshop
Albion Central Schools District Office - Orleans County
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Register with: Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959.
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Albion Central Schools District Office - Orleans County
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Register with: Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959.
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Flying WILD Workshop
Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Thursday, July 30, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Central New York Teacher Center in Syracuse - Onondaga County
Thursday, July 30, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Going Batty!
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, July 30, 2009 8:00 PM
Bats are amazing animals, but are often misunderstood. Separate fact from fiction and learn about the only true flying mammals. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, July 30, 2009 8:00 PM
Bats are amazing animals, but are often misunderstood. Separate fact from fiction and learn about the only true flying mammals. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Friday, July 31, 2009 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Friday, July 31, 2009 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Explore: Your Backyard
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 31, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in your backyard? Your backyard may be more interesting than you think. We will talk about ways to explore your backyard habitat, such as using a hand lens and recording interesting things you see, hear, smell and touch. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, July 31, 2009 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages: 4 to 10
Join us every Friday morning in July for the summer children's series! Each Friday we will focus on different habitats at Rogers Center and getting outside.
What's in your backyard? Your backyard may be more interesting than you think. We will talk about ways to explore your backyard habitat, such as using a hand lens and recording interesting things you see, hear, smell and touch. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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August 2009
Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Saturday, August 01, 2009 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Saturday, August 01, 2009 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Animal Open House
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Come get up close and personal with some of the Center's residents. Learn about what they eat and how they are cared for; we will follow up by taking an outdoor walk to the natural habitat of these animals.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Come get up close and personal with some of the Center's residents. Learn about what they eat and how they are cared for; we will follow up by taking an outdoor walk to the natural habitat of these animals.
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Knee-High Natrualists
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
Enjoy a fun-filled hour of nature activities with your young child. To register call 716-683-5959.
Materials fee = $2.00/child; free for Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve members.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
Enjoy a fun-filled hour of nature activities with your young child. To register call 716-683-5959.
Materials fee = $2.00/child; free for Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve members.
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Dragonflies
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 11:00 AM
These fast, colorful insects live right in your backyard and are a joy to watch. Learn about their life cycle and some of their behaviors by visiting our ponds and observing them up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 11:00 AM
These fast, colorful insects live right in your backyard and are a joy to watch. Learn about their life cycle and some of their behaviors by visiting our ponds and observing them up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Family Fun: Ladybug Picnic
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 2:00 PM
Bring your picnic blanket to sit on while we play games and make a ladybug craft you can take home! Registration by Tuesday, July 28, is necessary.
There is a $2.00 per family materials fee.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 2:00 PM
Bring your picnic blanket to sit on while we play games and make a ladybug craft you can take home! Registration by Tuesday, July 28, is necessary.
There is a $2.00 per family materials fee.
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Guided Nature Walks
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 08, 2009 2:00 PM
Venturing outside brings personal rewards as we discover the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Chirping birds, scenic landscapes and the comings and goings of animals that leave their tracks and traces behind all contribute to an exciting outdoor experience. Join a Stony Kill naturalist every Saturday afternoon as we explore Stony Kill. For all ages.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 08, 2009 2:00 PM
Venturing outside brings personal rewards as we discover the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Chirping birds, scenic landscapes and the comings and goings of animals that leave their tracks and traces behind all contribute to an exciting outdoor experience. Join a Stony Kill naturalist every Saturday afternoon as we explore Stony Kill. For all ages.
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Open Barn
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, August 08, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, August 08, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions.
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Summer At The Farm Pond
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Discover the teeming, mysterious life of a pond, where below the surface, it's a sunfish-eats-dragonfly nymph-eats-mosquito larva world!
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 01, 2009 10:00 AM
Discover the teeming, mysterious life of a pond, where below the surface, it's a sunfish-eats-dragonfly nymph-eats-mosquito larva world!
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Sunday, August 02, 2009 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Sunday, August 02, 2009 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Summer Teacher Institute on the Environment
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Monday, August 03, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Topics for the eighth annual Summer Teacher Institute on the Environment include: advanced orienteering; a visit to SUNY Morrisville's Aquaculture Center; ideas for greening schools; shelter building, and energy savings through eating locally-grown foods and gardening. Teachers will experience interdisciplinary classroom activities related to the topics throughout the week, as well as receiving many resources and materials, and professional development credits. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Benefits:
In-service credit
Great classroom resources
Fun outdoor experiences
For more information or to register, contact Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626, or email Rogers Center at rogers@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Fee: $50.00
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Monday, August 03, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Topics for the eighth annual Summer Teacher Institute on the Environment include: advanced orienteering; a visit to SUNY Morrisville's Aquaculture Center; ideas for greening schools; shelter building, and energy savings through eating locally-grown foods and gardening. Teachers will experience interdisciplinary classroom activities related to the topics throughout the week, as well as receiving many resources and materials, and professional development credits. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Benefits:
In-service credit
Great classroom resources
Fun outdoor experiences
For more information or to register, contact Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626, or email Rogers Center at rogers@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Fee: $50.00
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Living Environment Institute
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Monday, August 03, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday, August 07, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
This is a week of hands-on science for teachers and youth leaders. The program material will be on Invasive Wildlife and Plants. Field trips, outdoor explorations and classroom activities make this workshop a must for teachers who want to teach "green" and are looking for ideas! Registration by Tuesday, July 28, is necessary.
There is a $40.00 materials fee.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Monday, August 03, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday, August 07, 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
This is a week of hands-on science for teachers and youth leaders. The program material will be on Invasive Wildlife and Plants. Field trips, outdoor explorations and classroom activities make this workshop a must for teachers who want to teach "green" and are looking for ideas! Registration by Tuesday, July 28, is necessary.
There is a $40.00 materials fee.
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Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Flying WILD Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Ginger Wszalek at 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Ginger Wszalek at 716-683-5959.
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Nightwalk: BATS
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for an indoor presentation on bats of New York State, followed by an outdoor evening stroll ending at the Jones Barn where we will watch for bats emerging for their night of foraging.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 04, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for an indoor presentation on bats of New York State, followed by an outdoor evening stroll ending at the Jones Barn where we will watch for bats emerging for their night of foraging.
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Wild Wednesday: Dragonflies
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Discover more about these powerful and beautiful insects that grace the Hudson River.
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Discover more about these powerful and beautiful insects that grace the Hudson River.
Program is free and family-friendly. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an
adult.
Directions to Visitor Center
Free
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Project Learning Tree (PLT) Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Kristen Rosenburg at 716-683-5959
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Kristen Rosenburg at 716-683-5959
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Tivoli Bays Talks: Walkway Over the Hudson, Fred Schaeffer
Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Thursday, August 06, 2009 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Ages: Adult
Learn how the 19th century Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge is being transformed into a magnificent suspended public park as a legacy project of the Hudson/Fulton/Champlain Quadricentennial. Part of a monthly series cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and the Village of Tivoli.
Free. Wheelchair accessible. Contact: 845-889-4745 x105.
Free
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Tivoli Bays Visitor Center, 1 Tivoli Commons, Tivoli, NY 12583
Thursday, August 06, 2009 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Ages: Adult
Learn how the 19th century Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge is being transformed into a magnificent suspended public park as a legacy project of the Hudson/Fulton/Champlain Quadricentennial. Part of a monthly series cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and the Village of Tivoli.
Free. Wheelchair accessible. Contact: 845-889-4745 x105.
Free
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Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, August 06, 2009 8:00 PM
Enjoy a walk through the trails as we view the full moon and learn about the penumbral lunar eclipse. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, August 06, 2009 8:00 PM
Enjoy a walk through the trails as we view the full moon and learn about the penumbral lunar eclipse. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Family Fun: Edible Geology
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 10:00 AM
We will start indoors to see and touch examples of different types of rocks. Then we will make edible replicas! The program will finish with an outdoor rock hunt. Registration by Thursday, August 6, is necessary.
There is a $2.00 per family materials fee.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 10:00 AM
We will start indoors to see and touch examples of different types of rocks. Then we will make edible replicas! The program will finish with an outdoor rock hunt. Registration by Thursday, August 6, is necessary.
There is a $2.00 per family materials fee.
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Explore the Summit Trail
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 10:00 AM
Located on our Cush Hill property, this trail offers a bit more strenuous walk through a mixed deciduous forest. Possible sightings include signs of porcupine, turkeys, deer and more. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 10:00 AM
Located on our Cush Hill property, this trail offers a bit more strenuous walk through a mixed deciduous forest. Possible sightings include signs of porcupine, turkeys, deer and more. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Geology of Vlomankill
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 2:00 PM
On this geology walk down the Vlomankill Stream valley, we will be looking at the unusual rock formations and get hands-on with specific rocks found in the area. Wear "water-friendly" footgear - no sandals or bare feet, please.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 2:00 PM
On this geology walk down the Vlomankill Stream valley, we will be looking at the unusual rock formations and get hands-on with specific rocks found in the area. Wear "water-friendly" footgear - no sandals or bare feet, please.
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Midsummer Night's Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 7:30 PM
Experience the forest at night the way nocturnal wildlife does, using senses other than sight to guide you. We'll "sugar" for moths and call for owls.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 08, 2009 7:30 PM
Experience the forest at night the way nocturnal wildlife does, using senses other than sight to guide you. We'll "sugar" for moths and call for owls.
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Black Bear Seminar
SPCA Auditorium, 205 Ensminger Road, Tonawanda
Monday, August 10, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
They're beautiful creatures, and in most cases, harmless. We all can play a part in keeping them safe...and alive.
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SPCA Auditorium, 205 Ensminger Road, Tonawanda
Monday, August 10, 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
They're beautiful creatures, and in most cases, harmless. We all can play a part in keeping them safe...and alive.
DEC Biologist Tim Spierto will teach more about:
-The history of black bears in WNY
-Black bear behavior
-Black bear biology
-What to do when you see a bear
-How to handle a bear encounter
-DEC protocol for managing nuisance bears
-The predicted future of black bears in WNY
The black bear seminar is free of charge, and open to all community members. Reserve your spot today by calling the SPCA: (716) 629-3537.
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Free Canoe Program
Iona Island
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Iona Island
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stroller Strut
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers.
Bring your stroller and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers.
Bring your stroller and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child.
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Turtles In The Pond
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 7:00 PM
This program starts indoors to meet some live turtles up close. We will then go for an outdoor walk to search for turtles in an around the Five Rivers ponds.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 7:00 PM
This program starts indoors to meet some live turtles up close. We will then go for an outdoor walk to search for turtles in an around the Five Rivers ponds.
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Growing Up WILD Workshop - New WILD Workshop!
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature With Young Children
This new offering from Project WILD is an exciting new nature-based early childhood program. The materials are designed to connect children to nature through developmentally-appropriate practices and a direct contact with the natural world through field investigations. Each activity has a "Take Me Outside" and "Home Connections" box along with math and literacy connections, art projects, and music and movement opportunities. A CD of music and songs is included. Activities are correlated to the Head Start Domains and Indicators and the National Association for the Education of Young Children standards.
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626.
Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, August 12, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature With Young Children
This new offering from Project WILD is an exciting new nature-based early childhood program. The materials are designed to connect children to nature through developmentally-appropriate practices and a direct contact with the natural world through field investigations. Each activity has a "Take Me Outside" and "Home Connections" box along with math and literacy connections, art projects, and music and movement opportunities. A CD of music and songs is included. Activities are correlated to the Head Start Domains and Indicators and the National Association for the Education of Young Children standards.
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626.
Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Thursday, August 13, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Thursday, August 13, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Senior Series: Dragonflies
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
These colorful insects live dual lives: in water as juveniles and in the air as adults. They may be fierce dragons or delicate damsels. Learn about their interesting lives and look at some different species up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register and for details.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 13, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
These colorful insects live dual lives: in water as juveniles and in the air as adults. They may be fierce dragons or delicate damsels. Learn about their interesting lives and look at some different species up close. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register and for details.
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Fishing the River at Norrie Point
Norrie Point Environmental Center, Staatsburg, NY
Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Sample what's in Norrie Cove with a 30 foot seine net or try angling off the patio - rods and bait provided. Families Welcome. Cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY. Partially wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x106.
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Norrie Point Environmental Center, Staatsburg, NY
Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: Family Friendly
Sample what's in Norrie Cove with a 30 foot seine net or try angling off the patio - rods and bait provided. Families Welcome. Cosponsored by the Hudson River Research Reserve and I FISH NY. Partially wheelchair accessible.
Contact: 845-889-4745 x106.
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Watchable Wildlife: Waterfowl
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:00 AM
In addition to raising upland game birds, the Delmar Experimental Game Farm dabbled in waterfowl propagation as well. The mallard was quite unheard of in the eastern flyway until Delmar's waterfowl program got underway. Join us on an outdoor survey of our ponds as we take a gander at common ducks and geese.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:00 AM
In addition to raising upland game birds, the Delmar Experimental Game Farm dabbled in waterfowl propagation as well. The mallard was quite unheard of in the eastern flyway until Delmar's waterfowl program got underway. Join us on an outdoor survey of our ponds as we take a gander at common ducks and geese.
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Pond Life
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Butterfly Festival
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Live butterflies, monarch caterpillars and chrysalises, insect games and crafts will all be happening at the Stony Kill Butterfly Festival. Come view local species and learn about the life cycle of the monarch butterfly. Stroll through the garden to view the plants that attract butterflies. Walk inside our enclosed screen tent and have these beautiful insects land on your finger. Marvel at the variety of size, shape and color. During a small, end of the day ceremony, we will release our local butterflies back into the sky.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Live butterflies, monarch caterpillars and chrysalises, insect games and crafts will all be happening at the Stony Kill Butterfly Festival. Come view local species and learn about the life cycle of the monarch butterfly. Stroll through the garden to view the plants that attract butterflies. Walk inside our enclosed screen tent and have these beautiful insects land on your finger. Marvel at the variety of size, shape and color. During a small, end of the day ceremony, we will release our local butterflies back into the sky.
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Family Fun: Butterfly Count
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 2:00 PM
Join us for a close up look at common butterflies of the Capital District as we continue our catch-and-release bio-monitoring. Nets or binoculars are welcome. Registration by Tuesday, August 11, is necessary.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 2:00 PM
Join us for a close up look at common butterflies of the Capital District as we continue our catch-and-release bio-monitoring. Nets or binoculars are welcome. Registration by Tuesday, August 11, is necessary.
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Paddle Beaver Creek
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Just north of the village of Brookfield, this slow moving river has a very remote feel to it. Lush banks provide shelter for toads, dragonflies, birds and beavers. Keep your eye out for what's around the corner! Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 15, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Just north of the village of Brookfield, this slow moving river has a very remote feel to it. Lush banks provide shelter for toads, dragonflies, birds and beavers. Keep your eye out for what's around the corner! Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Stories In The Woods
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 5 and their caregivers.
Listen to a nature story, followed by a short walk in the woods. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 5 and their caregivers.
Listen to a nature story, followed by a short walk in the woods. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Goldenrod Magic
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 7:00 PM
Learn to appreciate the golden beauty of goldenrod. No need to fear, it does not cause hay fever! We will discuss the human uses for magic and medicine of this beautiful plant and look at other wildflowers as well.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 7:00 PM
Learn to appreciate the golden beauty of goldenrod. No need to fear, it does not cause hay fever! We will discuss the human uses for magic and medicine of this beautiful plant and look at other wildflowers as well.
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Energy Teacher Workshop (K-6)
Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne - Chenango County
Wednesday, August 19, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey 607-674-4017 x626
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Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne - Chenango County
Wednesday, August 19, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey 607-674-4017 x626
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In the Cool of the Evening--Sounds of the Night
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 20, 2009 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Explore Stony Kill with your ears wide open as we identify some of the animals that New Yorkers hear in the night. We'll discuss the important role that nocturnal animals play in the local ecosystem and the amazing adaptations some of these creatures have to succeed in a darkened world.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 20, 2009 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Explore Stony Kill with your ears wide open as we identify some of the animals that New Yorkers hear in the night. We'll discuss the important role that nocturnal animals play in the local ecosystem and the amazing adaptations some of these creatures have to succeed in a darkened world.
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New Moon Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Thursday, August 20, 2009 8:30 PM
Come enjoy a walk on one of the darkest nights as Mercury, Jupiter and Neptune are visible in the night sky. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Thursday, August 20, 2009 8:30 PM
Come enjoy a walk on one of the darkest nights as Mercury, Jupiter and Neptune are visible in the night sky. Bring binoculars if you have them. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
NYSDEC Headquarters on the campus of SUNY Stony Brook - Suffolk County
Friday, August 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Ron Gelardi at 631-444-0347
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NYSDEC Headquarters on the campus of SUNY Stony Brook - Suffolk County
Friday, August 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Ron Gelardi at 631-444-0347
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Family Camp Out
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, August 21, 2009 6:00 PM
Saturday, August 22, 2009 to 10:00 AM
Our Annual Camp Out here at the Center is a gentle and safe way to introduce your family to tent camping. You provide Friday supper, we provide Saturday breakfast and lots of experiences, including a nature walk and a campfire. We have a few tents and sleeping bags to loan. Registration by Monday, August 17, is necessary.
There is a $15.00 per family materials fee; $10.00 per family materials fee for Friends of Five Rivers members.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, August 21, 2009 6:00 PM
Saturday, August 22, 2009 to 10:00 AM
Our Annual Camp Out here at the Center is a gentle and safe way to introduce your family to tent camping. You provide Friday supper, we provide Saturday breakfast and lots of experiences, including a nature walk and a campfire. We have a few tents and sleeping bags to loan. Registration by Monday, August 17, is necessary.
There is a $15.00 per family materials fee; $10.00 per family materials fee for Friends of Five Rivers members.
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Survival Skills
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what you would need to survive if you got lost in the woods? Find out which things are important for survival, and how to stay calm, be smart, and obtain them. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what you would need to survive if you got lost in the woods? Find out which things are important for survival, and how to stay calm, be smart, and obtain them. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Fairy Houses
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM
Use natural materials to build a fairy house among the trees of Reinstein Woods. Once you learn how, you can make one anywhere! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM
Use natural materials to build a fairy house among the trees of Reinstein Woods. Once you learn how, you can make one anywhere! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Wilderness Skills Seminar
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: Open to adults and children 12 years and older.
Please join us for this special program on wilderness survival skills, conducted by Master Scout, Shane Whitefeather of the Mountain Scout Survival School. Participants will learn the basics of survival skills that have been honed for centuries by native people of this region in this special half-day course. Shane Whitefeather will teach primitive skills including how to start fires without matches, animal tracking, wilderness shelter building, making cordage from bark and other fibers, and more.
An outdoor guide licensed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Shane developed his wilderness skills under the teaching of Tom Brown Jr. and Stalking Wolf. Shane applies his knowledge and experience to his work as an educator at the Mountain Scout Survival School and trains members of law enforcement and the military in tracking. He is also one of five members in the United States of Tom Brown Jr's Tracker Search and Forensic Investigation Team. Shane was recently highlighted in The New Yorker and was involved in filming a segment for History Channel's Monster Quest, airing this summer. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300.
There is a registration fee of $20 for this workshop. Preregistration is required for this workshop.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Ages: Open to adults and children 12 years and older.
Please join us for this special program on wilderness survival skills, conducted by Master Scout, Shane Whitefeather of the Mountain Scout Survival School. Participants will learn the basics of survival skills that have been honed for centuries by native people of this region in this special half-day course. Shane Whitefeather will teach primitive skills including how to start fires without matches, animal tracking, wilderness shelter building, making cordage from bark and other fibers, and more.
An outdoor guide licensed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Shane developed his wilderness skills under the teaching of Tom Brown Jr. and Stalking Wolf. Shane applies his knowledge and experience to his work as an educator at the Mountain Scout Survival School and trains members of law enforcement and the military in tracking. He is also one of five members in the United States of Tom Brown Jr's Tracker Search and Forensic Investigation Team. Shane was recently highlighted in The New Yorker and was involved in filming a segment for History Channel's Monster Quest, airing this summer. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300.
There is a registration fee of $20 for this workshop. Preregistration is required for this workshop.
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Squirrels
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM
This area is home to six species of squirrels. Join us for an indoor presentation on these resourceful rodents. An outdoor walk to look for signs of these surprisingly complicated criters will follow.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 AM
This area is home to six species of squirrels. Join us for an indoor presentation on these resourceful rodents. An outdoor walk to look for signs of these surprisingly complicated criters will follow.
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Planet Protectors
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:30 PM
Ages: For children ages 7 to 12.
Explore how you can use worms, watches, water and more to protect the earth, and maybe even increase your allowance. To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:30 PM
Ages: For children ages 7 to 12.
Explore how you can use worms, watches, water and more to protect the earth, and maybe even increase your allowance. To register call 716-683-5959.
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World Of Weasels
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:00 PM
Come and learn about some of the world's unique weasel species, then join us outdoors for a walk to discuss weasel habitats and prey.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 22, 2009 2:00 PM
Come and learn about some of the world's unique weasel species, then join us outdoors for a walk to discuss weasel habitats and prey.
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Project WET Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Mike Adriaansen at 716-683-5959
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Mike Adriaansen at 716-683-5959
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Family Fun: Insects
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 7:00 PM
This is our traditional end-of-season Insect Safari. We will spread out on the lawn to find, catch, learn about and then release the insects (unharmed) back to their habitat. We have plenty of equipment for all visitors. Come join the fun!
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, August 25, 2009 7:00 PM
This is our traditional end-of-season Insect Safari. We will spread out on the lawn to find, catch, learn about and then release the insects (unharmed) back to their habitat. We have plenty of equipment for all visitors. Come join the fun!
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Wednesday, August 26, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga - Erie County
Wednesday, August 26, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meaghan Boice-Green at 716-683-5959
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Free Canoe Program
Stockport Flats
Thursday, August 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Stockport Flats
Thursday, August 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, August 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: For formal and non-formal educators of students in grades K - 12
Project Learning Tree uses the forest as a "window on the world" to increase students' understanding of our complex environment.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, August 27, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: For formal and non-formal educators of students in grades K - 12
Project Learning Tree uses the forest as a "window on the world" to increase students' understanding of our complex environment.
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Pond Life
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:00 AM
Ages: For children ages 6 to 12.
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! To register call 716-683-5959.
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In the Cool of the Evening--The Incredible Spider
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 27, 2009 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Join us as we discuss the basic anatomy of spiders and take a closer look at some live spiders. We'll learn about some of the species common to New York and will talk about the important role spiders play in local food webs and ecosystems. There will be crafts and games for everyone.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, August 27, 2009 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Join us as we discuss the basic anatomy of spiders and take a closer look at some live spiders. We'll learn about some of the species common to New York and will talk about the important role spiders play in local food webs and ecosystems. There will be crafts and games for everyone.
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Free Canoe Program
Tivoli North Bay
Friday, August 28, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Tivoli North Bay
Friday, August 28, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ages: 5 and up
Paddle with staff naturalists from the Hudson River Research Reserve to learn about tidal marsh ecology, Hudson River research and challenges facing estuarine habitats. For more information or to make a reservation, visit: hudsoncanoeprogram.eventbrite.com (copy and paste link into your web browser).
Reservations mandatory.
Free
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Roger Tory Peterson's Birds
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 9:00 AM
Through his Field Guide to the Birds, Roger Tory Peterson launched our national preoccupation with bird watching and bird conservation. Join us on a commemorative field study of birds, the "environmental litmus paper," as we celebrate the date of the late Dr. Peterson's birth 99 years ago.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 9:00 AM
Through his Field Guide to the Birds, Roger Tory Peterson launched our national preoccupation with bird watching and bird conservation. Join us on a commemorative field study of birds, the "environmental litmus paper," as we celebrate the date of the late Dr. Peterson's birth 99 years ago.
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Rexford Falls Gorge
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 10:00 AM
Hidden east of the village of Sherburne, this waterfall provides a fine example of gorge geology and ecology. Take a look at fossils, as well as ferns, mosses and other plant life that grow in this unique environment. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 10:00 AM
Hidden east of the village of Sherburne, this waterfall provides a fine example of gorge geology and ecology. Take a look at fossils, as well as ferns, mosses and other plant life that grow in this unique environment. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Family Ice Cream Social Fundraiser
Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 1:00 PM
Enjoy tasty frozen treats and entertainment as you help support Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve. For ticket information, call 716-683-5959.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 1:00 PM
Enjoy tasty frozen treats and entertainment as you help support Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve. For ticket information, call 716-683-5959.
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Berried Treasure
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 2:00 PM
Wild fruits and nuts are important food sources for wildlife at this time of year, and the competition is keen. Join us on an outdoor survey of nature's bounty and see who's eating what.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, August 29, 2009 2:00 PM
Wild fruits and nuts are important food sources for wildlife at this time of year, and the competition is keen. Join us on an outdoor survey of nature's bounty and see who's eating what.
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September 2009
Nature Discovery After-School Program
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education
Thursday, September 03, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 17, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education
Thursday, September 03, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 17, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Full Corn Moon Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Friday, September 04, 2009 7:30 PM
Come out and enjoy a walk on the trails as we view this month's full moon and Jupiter. Bring binoculars if you have them. For all ages.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Friday, September 04, 2009 7:30 PM
Come out and enjoy a walk on the trails as we view this month's full moon and Jupiter. Bring binoculars if you have them. For all ages.
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Paddle Ninemile Swamp
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
The Sangerfield River meanders gently through lush greenery of the swamp, providing a perfect place to paddle and explore. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
The Sangerfield River meanders gently through lush greenery of the swamp, providing a perfect place to paddle and explore. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Celebrate Science on the River!
Norrie Point Open House, Staatsburg
Saturday, September 12, 2009 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: Family-friendly
Meet Hudson River scientists and find out about their current research, see all kinds of live animals - big and small, make a colorful fish print to bring home (or bring a t-shirt if you want), put on some waders to help catch fish with the seine net, and explore Norrie Cove in a canoe (weather permitting). Hope to see you down by the river! Facility is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call 845-889-4745 x105.
Free
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Norrie Point Open House, Staatsburg
Saturday, September 12, 2009 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: Family-friendly
Meet Hudson River scientists and find out about their current research, see all kinds of live animals - big and small, make a colorful fish print to bring home (or bring a t-shirt if you want), put on some waders to help catch fish with the seine net, and explore Norrie Cove in a canoe (weather permitting). Hope to see you down by the river! Facility is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call 845-889-4745 x105.
Free
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Guided Nature Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 12, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:00 AM
Join a Stony Kill naturalist as we take an easy, leisurely stroll along the Woodland Trail. We'll note the changes each Saturday this month as the season progresses from summer to fall. This trail is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly. Suitable for all ages.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 12, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:00 AM
Join a Stony Kill naturalist as we take an easy, leisurely stroll along the Woodland Trail. We'll note the changes each Saturday this month as the season progresses from summer to fall. This trail is wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly. Suitable for all ages.
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Open Barn
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 12, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 26, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock-cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens and turkeys-up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 12, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, September 26, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock-cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens and turkeys-up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions.
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Hudson River Ramble HIke #1 Verplanck Ridge
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 10:00 AM
This leisurely 1.5-mile hike goes through wetland, meadow, thicket and mixed forest habitats. The trail climbs moderately uphill for a short distance. It's a great trail for birding!
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 05, 2009 10:00 AM
This leisurely 1.5-mile hike goes through wetland, meadow, thicket and mixed forest habitats. The trail climbs moderately uphill for a short distance. It's a great trail for birding!
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Project WILD Workshop
SUNY Oswego in Oswego - Oswego County
Tuesday, September 08, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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SUNY Oswego in Oswego - Oswego County
Tuesday, September 08, 2009 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Volunteer Tour Guide Traning
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 12, 2009 9:00 AM
Ages: Adults Only
Join our training session to learn how to lead tours at Reinstein Woods. No experience is necessary, just a love of nature and the desire to share it with others.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 12, 2009 9:00 AM
Ages: Adults Only
Join our training session to learn how to lead tours at Reinstein Woods. No experience is necessary, just a love of nature and the desire to share it with others.
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Hike at Brookfield State Land
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 12, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Hike a few miles of this 130-mile trail system and enjoy the treasures of New York State forests. Hidden ponds and lovely woods await the adventuresome. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 12, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Hike a few miles of this 130-mile trail system and enjoy the treasures of New York State forests. Hidden ponds and lovely woods await the adventuresome. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Hudson River Ramble Hike #2 Freedom Trail Adventure
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 12, 2009 2:00 PM
This is Stony Kill's most remote trail, and it follows a route blazed by the Underground Railroad in the nineteenth century. It goes past old fields, vernal pools and deciduous forest. This two-hour interpretive walk is on level terrain and is about 2.5 miles, round trip.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 12, 2009 2:00 PM
This is Stony Kill's most remote trail, and it follows a route blazed by the Underground Railroad in the nineteenth century. It goes past old fields, vernal pools and deciduous forest. This two-hour interpretive walk is on level terrain and is about 2.5 miles, round trip.
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Senior Series: Paddle Lebanon Reservoir
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Warm autumn afternoons call for exploration. Join staff for a paddle to observe fall changes. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Warm autumn afternoons call for exploration. Join staff for a paddle to observe fall changes. Equipment provided or bring your own. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Registration is required. Call for details.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee per paddler is due at registration.
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Hudson River Ramble Hike #3 Bull Hill
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
For a workout worth the effort, join us on this strenuous 4.5-mile loop hike, with a vertical rise of 1,400 feet to the summit of Bull Hill (a.k.a. Mt. Taurus). At the top, you'll enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands, including legendary Storm King. Bring lunch and at least one quart of water per person. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 302 for more information, directions to the trailhead, carpooling instructions and registration. (registration recommended)
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
For a workout worth the effort, join us on this strenuous 4.5-mile loop hike, with a vertical rise of 1,400 feet to the summit of Bull Hill (a.k.a. Mt. Taurus). At the top, you'll enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands, including legendary Storm King. Bring lunch and at least one quart of water per person. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 302 for more information, directions to the trailhead, carpooling instructions and registration. (registration recommended)
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9th Annual Fall Festival
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
Family-friendly nature event. Exhibitors, live animals and crafts for kids.
Free
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
Family-friendly nature event. Exhibitors, live animals and crafts for kids.
Free
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Monarchs
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 11:00 AM
The most recognized butterfly in North America is heading to Mexico on a long migration. Learn about these amazing insects, and we'll see whether we can find some that have lingered here. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 19, 2009 11:00 AM
The most recognized butterfly in North America is heading to Mexico on a long migration. Learn about these amazing insects, and we'll see whether we can find some that have lingered here. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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After School Escape
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, September 24, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, September 24, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, September 26, 2009 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, September 26, 2009 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration
NYSDEC Region 8 Headquarters, 6274 East Avon-Lima Rd., Avon, NY 14414
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday, September 27, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All
Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Conservation and Livingston County Federation of Sportsmen Clubs. This year's events and displays will include:
Admission is Free
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NYSDEC Region 8 Headquarters, 6274 East Avon-Lima Rd., Avon, NY 14414
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday, September 27, 2009 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ages: All
Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Conservation and Livingston County Federation of Sportsmen Clubs. This year's events and displays will include:
- Department of Environmental Conservation Displays and Information
- Exhibits and Demonstrations
- Art and Taxidermy Exhibits
- Outdoor and Environmental Displays
- Dog Training Demonstrations
- Trap Shooting
- Archery and Shooting Ranges
- Woodsmen Demonstrations
- Canoe Demonstrations
- Decoy Competition
- Fish and Wildlife Displays
- Food Tents
- Wildlife Artist, Painting and Carvings
- 90 Sportsmen and Outdoor Recreation Flea Market Dealers
Sporting License Sales will be provided by:
- Town of Lima, Jennifer Shanks, Saturday 9/26
- Town of Avon, Sharon Knight, Saturday 9/26
- Town of Conesus, Annette McNinch, Sunday 9/27
- Town of Mt Morris, Christie Murphy, Sunday 9/27
Admission is Free
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Mosquito Hawks
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Explore the world of dragonflies and damselflies on this guided walk.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, September 26, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Explore the world of dragonflies and damselflies on this guided walk.
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Children's Program: Leaf Art
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 26, 2009 11:00 AM
Ages: 4 to 12
Leaves are beginning to change color and drop to the ground. Learn about trees in fall, and make art from fallen leaves. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 26, 2009 11:00 AM
Ages: 4 to 12
Leaves are beginning to change color and drop to the ground. Learn about trees in fall, and make art from fallen leaves. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call to register.
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Hudson River Ramble Hike #4 Sierra Trail Saunter
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Explore this 2.25-mile, moderate loop hike and pass through hardwood forest, evergreen woods, wetlands, open meadow habitats, and beside a pond. Hear about the diverse flora and fauna that populate the woodlands and wetlands and the waterfowl, frogs, turtles and other creatures found at the pond
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, September 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Explore this 2.25-mile, moderate loop hike and pass through hardwood forest, evergreen woods, wetlands, open meadow habitats, and beside a pond. Hear about the diverse flora and fauna that populate the woodlands and wetlands and the waterfowl, frogs, turtles and other creatures found at the pond
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Morning Bird Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Sunday, September 27, 2009 9:00 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Search for migrating and resident birds along the trails. Bring binoculars if you have them.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Sunday, September 27, 2009 9:00 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Search for migrating and resident birds along the trails. Bring binoculars if you have them.
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Habitat Hunt
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Sunday, September 27, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children under age 12.
Who are the critters in our "neighborhood"? Learn about our resident wildlife-what they eat and where they live.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Sunday, September 27, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children under age 12.
Who are the critters in our "neighborhood"? Learn about our resident wildlife-what they eat and where they live.
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State of the Hudson River Watershed Conference
Hyde Park - Wallace Center at the FD Roosevelt Home
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day 1
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day 2
Two-day conference on the ecological status of the waters of the Hudson River and its tributaries. Provided in cooperation with the Hudson River Environmental Society. Register at hres.org
$95 to $125
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Hyde Park - Wallace Center at the FD Roosevelt Home
Tuesday, September 29, 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day 1
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day 2
Two-day conference on the ecological status of the waters of the Hudson River and its tributaries. Provided in cooperation with the Hudson River Environmental Society. Register at hres.org
$95 to $125
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Project WILD Workshop
Wheatland-Chili Central School District in Scottsville - Monroe County
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with Susan Johnson at 585-889-6285
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Wheatland-Chili Central School District in Scottsville - Monroe County
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with Susan Johnson at 585-889-6285
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October 2009
Public Mtg - Modock Road Springs/DLS Sand & Gravel, Inc. Site
Town of Victor Town Hall, 85 East Main Street, Town of Victor, New York
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 7:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the Proposed Remedial Action Plan for the site. The public comment period is from October 14, 2009 to November 16, 2009. The Fact Sheet and the Proposed Remedial Action Plan can be found on Region 8 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, Jason Pelton, at (518) 402-9814.
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Town of Victor Town Hall, 85 East Main Street, Town of Victor, New York
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 7:00 PM
The meeting is to discuss the Proposed Remedial Action Plan for the site. The public comment period is from October 14, 2009 to November 16, 2009. The Fact Sheet and the Proposed Remedial Action Plan can be found on Region 8 Environmental Remediation Project Information page. For additional information, please contact the Project Manager, Jason Pelton, at (518) 402-9814.
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Project WILD Workshop
Utica College in Utica - Oneida County
Thursday, October 01, 2009 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Register with Thomas J. Diana, Jr. at 315-792-3210
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Utica College in Utica - Oneida County
Thursday, October 01, 2009 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Register with Thomas J. Diana, Jr. at 315-792-3210
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After School Escape
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, October 01, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 08, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, October 01, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 08, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Nature Discovery: After-School Program
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, October 01, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 08, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, October 01, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 08, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 15, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 22, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Mushroom Foray
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 10:00 AM
Enjoy a fall walk in the forest and learn about fascinating fungi as we look for mushrooms at Adams Farm with expert Sally Reymers. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot to carpool. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 10:00 AM
Enjoy a fall walk in the forest and learn about fascinating fungi as we look for mushrooms at Adams Farm with expert Sally Reymers. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot to carpool. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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The Change To Fall
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 03, 2009 10:30 AM
Take a walk to learn about changes that take place in nature as fall returns. For all ages.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 03, 2009 10:30 AM
Take a walk to learn about changes that take place in nature as fall returns. For all ages.
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Harvest Festival
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Our 31st annual Harvest Festival will include an afternoon of nature activities, environmental exhibits, demonstrations, live music, food and refreshments, hayrides and barn tours. It's sure to be fun and educational for adults and children of all ages. Co-sponsored by the Stony Kill Foundation and the Verplanck Garden Club.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Our 31st annual Harvest Festival will include an afternoon of nature activities, environmental exhibits, demonstrations, live music, food and refreshments, hayrides and barn tours. It's sure to be fun and educational for adults and children of all ages. Co-sponsored by the Stony Kill Foundation and the Verplanck Garden Club.
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Fall Festival
Stony Kill Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
This annual fall festival has activities, music environmental exhibits and fun for everyone.
Free
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Stony Kill Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
This annual fall festival has activities, music environmental exhibits and fun for everyone.
Free
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Open Barn
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 10, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 17, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 24, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 31, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock-cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens and turkeys-up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 03, 2009 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 10, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 17, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 24, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 31, 2009 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come meet the livestock-cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens and turkeys-up close. Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions.
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Stroller Strut
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Monday, October 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children age 3 and under.
Bring your stroller or wagon, and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Monday, October 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children age 3 and under.
Bring your stroller or wagon, and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child.
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Leopold Education Project Workshop
Indian Creek Nature Center in Rensselear Falls - St. Lawrence County
Monday, October 05, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
To register, call 315-267-3411
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Indian Creek Nature Center in Rensselear Falls - St. Lawrence County
Monday, October 05, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
To register, call 315-267-3411
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Senior Series: Pharsalia Hike
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, October 07, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Walk the beautiful Pharsalia portion of the Finger Lakes Trail and witness the amazing color changes in tree leaves. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, October 07, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Walk the beautiful Pharsalia portion of the Finger Lakes Trail and witness the amazing color changes in tree leaves. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Project WILD Workshop
Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 07, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Fall Colors Hike at Berry Hill
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Hike up to the Berry Hill fire tower on the Finger Lakes Trail for dramatic views of fall color in the valley. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call for details and to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Hike up to the Berry Hill fire tower on the Finger Lakes Trail for dramatic views of fall color in the valley. Meet in the Rogers Center main parking lot. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
Please call for details and to register.
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Guided Nature Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 31, 2009 10:00 AM
We'll see glorious colors come and go as the leaves on our trees turn various hues and then fall to the earth. Each Saturday this month, we will walk a different area at Stony Kill to see what the different types of trees and bushes are doing and how animals are preparing for the cold months ahead.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, October 31, 2009 10:00 AM
We'll see glorious colors come and go as the leaves on our trees turn various hues and then fall to the earth. Each Saturday this month, we will walk a different area at Stony Kill to see what the different types of trees and bushes are doing and how animals are preparing for the cold months ahead.
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A Wild Harvest
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 2:00 PM
Join a Stony Kill naturalist for a trail walk, as together we discover the wild berries, seeds and nuts that sustain wildlife such as chipmunks, deer and wild turkey in the autumn, as they prepare for winter.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 10, 2009 2:00 PM
Join a Stony Kill naturalist for a trail walk, as together we discover the wild berries, seeds and nuts that sustain wildlife such as chipmunks, deer and wild turkey in the autumn, as they prepare for winter.
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Project WILD Workshop
Bath Teacher Center in Bath - Stueben County
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Jane Rohrbach at 607-776-3301 x4828
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Bath Teacher Center in Bath - Stueben County
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Jane Rohrbach at 607-776-3301 x4828
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Science & Civics Workshop
Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Project WILD Workshop
SUNY Cortland in Cortland - Cortland County
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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SUNY Cortland in Cortland - Cortland County
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Owl Prowl
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Friday, October 16, 2009 7:00 PM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Learn about our local owls and listen for them on a walk in the woods.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Friday, October 16, 2009 7:00 PM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
Learn about our local owls and listen for them on a walk in the woods.
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Scavenger Hunt
Five Rivers Environmental Educational Center
56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054
Saturday, October 17, 2009 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Please join us for a free, family-friendly scavenger hunt to celebrate Disability Awareness Month and the abilities that we all share. This timed event runs from 12:30 to 1:30 for 100 registered participants. Registration begins at noon. Fully accessible with great prizes, refreshments and fun for all! CDTA will provide free accessible shuttle service to and from the event. Call Karen at 518-274-0701 to register to ride the CDTA shuttle. For more information on the Scavenger Hunt call Carole at 518-402-9428.
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Five Rivers Environmental Educational Center
56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054
Saturday, October 17, 2009 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Please join us for a free, family-friendly scavenger hunt to celebrate Disability Awareness Month and the abilities that we all share. This timed event runs from 12:30 to 1:30 for 100 registered participants. Registration begins at noon. Fully accessible with great prizes, refreshments and fun for all! CDTA will provide free accessible shuttle service to and from the event. Call Karen at 518-274-0701 to register to ride the CDTA shuttle. For more information on the Scavenger Hunt call Carole at 518-402-9428.
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Project WILD Workshop
Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, October 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Tifft Nature Preserve in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, October 17, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Secret Lives of Fungus, Moss and Lichen
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 10 and older.
Discover these fascinating but frequently overlooked forest life forms.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 10 and older.
Discover these fascinating but frequently overlooked forest life forms.
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Bird Feeding
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 17, 2009 11:00 AM
Winter is coming soon! This will be a time when food is scarce for many animals. Feeding birds in winter is a great way to enjoy some of our avian winter residents. Learn about winter birds and how to prepare your feeder for winter. Meet at the Visitor Center. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 17, 2009 11:00 AM
Winter is coming soon! This will be a time when food is scarce for many animals. Feeding birds in winter is a great way to enjoy some of our avian winter residents. Learn about winter birds and how to prepare your feeder for winter. Meet at the Visitor Center. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Buffalo Museum of Science in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, October 17, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Buffalo Museum of Science in Buffalo - Erie County
Saturday, October 17, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Meghan C. Dye at 716-896-5200 x342
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Fall Foliage Appreciation Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 17, 2009 2:00 PM
Take a relaxing trail walk with a naturalist and discover the chemistry behind the magic of the annual fall foliage display at its peak.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 17, 2009 2:00 PM
Take a relaxing trail walk with a naturalist and discover the chemistry behind the magic of the annual fall foliage display at its peak.
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Pharmaceutical Collection
21 South Putt Corners Rd., New Paltz
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted or unused prescription or over-the-counter drugs for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Terry Laibach (845) 256-3141 for more information. Note: No sharps (hypodermics, etc)
or mercury thermometers will be collected. More information on the proper disposal of drugs
Free
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21 South Putt Corners Rd., New Paltz
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted or unused prescription or over-the-counter drugs for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Terry Laibach (845) 256-3141 for more information. Note: No sharps (hypodermics, etc)
or mercury thermometers will be collected. More information on the proper disposal of drugs
Free
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Project WILD Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey 607-674-4017 x626
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey 607-674-4017 x626
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Pharmaceutical Collection 10/21/09
317 Washington St., Watertown, NY
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted or expired prescription or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Ed Blackmer (315) 785-2522 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc. and mercury thermometers
will not be collected. More information on proper drug disposal . Any date location or time changes will be note on the
website.
Free
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317 Washington St., Watertown, NY
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted or expired prescription or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Ed Blackmer (315) 785-2522 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc. and mercury thermometers
will not be collected. More information on proper drug disposal . Any date location or time changes will be note on the
website.
Free
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Pharmaceutical Collections- Adirondacks
Two locations: 1115 NYS Rte 86, Ray Brook NY and 232 Golf Course Rd., Warrensburg, NY
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unused or unwanted prescription or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
For information on either collection, contact Richard Wagner (518) 897-1241. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc) and
mercury thermometers will not be accepted. More information on proper disposal of drugs and any changes to the date
times or location will be on the DEC website.
Free
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Two locations: 1115 NYS Rte 86, Ray Brook NY and 232 Golf Course Rd., Warrensburg, NY
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unused or unwanted prescription or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
For information on either collection, contact Richard Wagner (518) 897-1241. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc) and
mercury thermometers will not be accepted. More information on proper disposal of drugs and any changes to the date
times or location will be on the DEC website.
Free
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Deer Management Meeting
Randolph Fire Hall, 70 Main Street, Randolph, NY
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
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Randolph Fire Hall, 70 Main Street, Randolph, NY
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
The meetings are intended to:
• Provide an update on the status of NY's deer herd and an overview of DEC's statewide deer management program.
• Highlight the current challenges in deer management.
• Identify current issues and concerns of NYS deer hunters and the public.
• Solicit input from deer hunters and the public to prioritize key issues to address.
The meeting format will include:
• Welcome and informal interaction with DEC deer biologists and other staff.
• DEC presentation on current deer herd status and management issues and options.
• Q & A: DEC will respond to written questions to clarify the information presented.
• Public Input: response cards will be available to provide comment.
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Pharmaceutical Collection Avon
6274 East Avon-Lima Road, Avon, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your expired or unwanted prescriptions or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Lisa Porter (585) 226-5402 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc) and mercury thermometers
will not be accepted. More on the proper disposal of medications .
Free
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6274 East Avon-Lima Road, Avon, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your expired or unwanted prescriptions or over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
Contact Lisa Porter (585) 226-5402 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc) and mercury thermometers
will not be accepted. More on the proper disposal of medications .
Free
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Pharmaceutical Collection
1130 N. Wescott Rd., Schenectady NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Dispose of your expired and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
Contact Allison Elliott (518) 357-2348 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc.) and mercury thermometers will
not be collected. More information and any changes to the date, time or place will be on the proper disposal of drugs web page.
Free
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1130 N. Wescott Rd., Schenectady NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Dispose of your expired and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
Contact Allison Elliott (518) 357-2348 for more information. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc.) and mercury thermometers will
not be collected. More information and any changes to the date, time or place will be on the proper disposal of drugs web page.
Free
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Project WILD Workshop
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center in Wappingers Falls - Dutchess County
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center in Wappingers Falls - Dutchess County
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Spent Fluorescent Lamp Management Seminar
NYSDEC Annex Building, 11-47 47th Avenue (Bet. 11th St. and Jackson Ave./21st St. Long Island City, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Did you know that fluorescent lamps, widely used by businesses, public facilities, and buildings of all types, contain Mercury, a toxic pollutant, and require special management when disposed?
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the United States Environmental Protection Agency have been working to increase awareness of the problems associated with Mercury mismanagement, while increasing enforcement for mishandling of mercury-containing lamps. Learn what you need to know about proper fluorescent lamp disposal and recycling at this seminar!
RESERVATIONS:
Reservations are required as space is limited.
By Phone: (718) 482-4996; mention October "Spent Fluorescent Lamp Management Seminar," Attn: Ms. Merlyn Akthtar
By e-mail: mlakhtar@gw.dec.state.ny.us
The seminar is FREE.
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NYSDEC Annex Building, 11-47 47th Avenue (Bet. 11th St. and Jackson Ave./21st St. Long Island City, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Did you know that fluorescent lamps, widely used by businesses, public facilities, and buildings of all types, contain Mercury, a toxic pollutant, and require special management when disposed?
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the United States Environmental Protection Agency have been working to increase awareness of the problems associated with Mercury mismanagement, while increasing enforcement for mishandling of mercury-containing lamps. Learn what you need to know about proper fluorescent lamp disposal and recycling at this seminar!
RESERVATIONS:
Reservations are required as space is limited.
By Phone: (718) 482-4996; mention October "Spent Fluorescent Lamp Management Seminar," Attn: Ms. Merlyn Akthtar
By e-mail: mlakhtar@gw.dec.state.ny.us
The seminar is FREE.
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Deer Management Meeting
Sheridan Parkside Community Center, 169 Sheridan Parkside Drive, Tonawanda, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
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Sheridan Parkside Community Center, 169 Sheridan Parkside Drive, Tonawanda, NY
Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
The meetings are intended to:
• Provide an update on the status of NY's deer herd and an overview of DEC's statewide deer management program.
• Highlight the current challenges in deer management.
• Identify current issues and concerns of NYS deer hunters and the public.
• Solicit input from deer hunters and the public to prioritize key issues to address.
The meeting format will include:
• Welcome and informal interaction with DEC deer biologists and other staff.
• DEC presentation on current deer herd status and management issues and options.
• Q & A: DEC will respond to written questions to clarify the information presented.
• Public Input: response cards will be available to provide comment.
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2009 New York Wildfire and Incident Management Academy
Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY, Exit 68N (William Floyd Parkway) off the Long Island Expressway (495)
Friday, October 23, 2009 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
The Academy runs from 10/23 to 11/1 and will offer 30 courses and an Incident Management Team Trainee program featuring seven advanced level classes. Class registrations must be received by the close of business on Tuesday, September 30, 2009. Students whose registrations are postmarked after this date will be assessed an additional $5 per day for each day of class enrollment. For more information, see the 2009 Wildfire Academy Brochure. (PDF, 570 Kb)
$50 per day (unless otherwise noted) covers instruction and most course materials
$55 per day postmarked after September 30, 2009
$65 SEMO courses; includes lunch
$175 Total for Trainees
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Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY, Exit 68N (William Floyd Parkway) off the Long Island Expressway (495)
Friday, October 23, 2009 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
The Academy runs from 10/23 to 11/1 and will offer 30 courses and an Incident Management Team Trainee program featuring seven advanced level classes. Class registrations must be received by the close of business on Tuesday, September 30, 2009. Students whose registrations are postmarked after this date will be assessed an additional $5 per day for each day of class enrollment. For more information, see the 2009 Wildfire Academy Brochure. (PDF, 570 Kb)
$50 per day (unless otherwise noted) covers instruction and most course materials
$55 per day postmarked after September 30, 2009
$65 SEMO courses; includes lunch
$175 Total for Trainees
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Animals of Halloween
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, October 23, 2009 6:30 PM
Learn about nature and celebrate a fun holiday with Rogers staff. Walk our trails, and meet huge, friendly creatures that sing and dance for you. We will also have a campfire with storytelling and refreshments. Bring the whole family! Dress to be outside. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Friday, October 23, 2009 6:30 PM
Learn about nature and celebrate a fun holiday with Rogers staff. Walk our trails, and meet huge, friendly creatures that sing and dance for you. We will also have a campfire with storytelling and refreshments. Bring the whole family! Dress to be outside. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Pharmaceutical Collection
615 Erie Blvd., Syracuse NY
Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted and expired prescription and over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
For more information, contact Diane Carlton (315) 426-7413. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc. and mercury thermometers
will not be accepted at this collection. For more information, see proper disposal of drugs .
Free
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615 Erie Blvd., Syracuse NY
Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Ages: Adults only
Bring your unwanted and expired prescription and over-the-counter medications for safe and environmentally sound disposal.
For more information, contact Diane Carlton (315) 426-7413. Note: Sharps (hypodermics, etc. and mercury thermometers
will not be accepted at this collection. For more information, see proper disposal of drugs .
Free
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Climate Change Cafe Series
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Project WET Workshop
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 24, 2009 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
For teachers and youth leaders, this interdisciplinary aquatic education workshop will introduce "Project WET" (Water Education for Teachers). Teacher in-service credit is available for this workshop; documentation for credit may be coordinated through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Registration by Tuesday, October 20 is necessary. For more information or to register call (518) 475-0291.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 24, 2009 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
For teachers and youth leaders, this interdisciplinary aquatic education workshop will introduce "Project WET" (Water Education for Teachers). Teacher in-service credit is available for this workshop; documentation for credit may be coordinated through the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center. Registration by Tuesday, October 20 is necessary. For more information or to register call (518) 475-0291.
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Leave it to Beavers!
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 24, 2009 2:00 PM
Explore our Sierra Pond and learn about the beaver's fascinating life cycle and survival adaptations and the web of life they help to create and foster in ponds.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 24, 2009 2:00 PM
Explore our Sierra Pond and learn about the beaver's fascinating life cycle and survival adaptations and the web of life they help to create and foster in ponds.
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Project WILD Workshop
Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Thursday, October 29, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Thursday, October 29, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Project WILD Workshop
Newfield High School Library in Newfield - Tompkins County
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with: Glenn Caslick at 607-564-9955 x3105
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Newfield High School Library in Newfield - Tompkins County
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Register with: Glenn Caslick at 607-564-9955 x3105
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Growing Up WILD Workshop
Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Deer Management Meeting
Pioneer Middle School - Cafetorium, 12132 Old Olean Road, Yorkshire NY 14173
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
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Pioneer Middle School - Cafetorium, 12132 Old Olean Road, Yorkshire NY 14173
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
These meetings are part of a statewide series of meetings designed to help prioritize the issues that are most important to New York deer hunters and the public, similar to previous efforts held in 2000, 2002, and 2005, and will provide hunters and other members of the public the opportunity to participate in the state's long range deer management planning.
The meetings are intended to:
• Provide an update on the status of NY's deer herd and an overview of DEC's statewide deer management program.
• Highlight the current challenges in deer management.
• Identify current issues and concerns of NYS deer hunters and the public.
• Solicit input from deer hunters and the public to prioritize key issues to address.
The meeting format will include:
• Welcome and informal interaction with DEC deer biologists and other staff.
• DEC presentation on current deer herd status and management issues and options.
• Q & A: DEC will respond to written questions to clarify the information presented.
• Public Input: response cards will be available to provide comment.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica - Oneida County
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica - Oneida County
Thursday, October 29, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Creepy Critters
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 31, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
Come have fun learning about spiders, bats and owls through activities and crafts.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 31, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
Come have fun learning about spiders, bats and owls through activities and crafts.
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Creepy Crawlies
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 11:00 AM
Spiders, bats, snakes...many people dislike or are scared of these animals. Before you head out for Trick-or-Treating, gain a better appreciation for these creatures by having fun while learning about them. Meet at the Visitor Center. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 11:00 AM
Spiders, bats, snakes...many people dislike or are scared of these animals. Before you head out for Trick-or-Treating, gain a better appreciation for these creatures by having fun while learning about them. Meet at the Visitor Center. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
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Halloween Open House
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Open to all ages.
Bats and spiders and bugs! A family-oriented exploration of the nature of Halloween. Come see and touch (if you dare) animal skeletons and skulls; meet live reptiles and amphibians. This program is ongoing between 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Open to all ages.
Bats and spiders and bugs! A family-oriented exploration of the nature of Halloween. Come see and touch (if you dare) animal skeletons and skulls; meet live reptiles and amphibians. This program is ongoing between 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
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Spiders, Snakes, and Bats!
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 2:00 PM
This Halloween, join us before trick-or-treating for a closer look at these often misunderstood and underappreciated creatures
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, October 31, 2009 2:00 PM
This Halloween, join us before trick-or-treating for a closer look at these often misunderstood and underappreciated creatures
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Project WET Facilitator Training Workshop
Monroe County Recycling Center in Rochester - Monroe County
Saturday, October 31, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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Monroe County Recycling Center in Rochester - Monroe County
Saturday, October 31, 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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November 2009
Full Beaver Moon Walk
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Monday, November 02, 2009 6:00 PM
Enjoy a moonlit walk and learn about our resident beavers. Bring binoculars if you have them. For all ages.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Monday, November 02, 2009 6:00 PM
Enjoy a moonlit walk and learn about our resident beavers. Bring binoculars if you have them. For all ages.
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Project WET Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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Project Learning Tree Workshop
Westmoreland Elementary School in Westmoreland - Oneida County
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Westmoreland Elementary School in Westmoreland - Oneida County
Tuesday, November 03, 2009 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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After School Escape
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, November 05, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, November 19, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Thursday, November 05, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:30 PM
Thursday, November 19, 2009 4:30 PM
Ages: Children in grades K-5
A one-hour program for children in grades K-5 featuring a different, fun outdoor activity each week. No registration is required, and you can attend as often as you like.
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Nature Discovery After-School Program
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, November 05, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, November 19, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails. (No Nature Discovery After-School Program on Thursday, November 26. Happy Thanksgiving!)
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, November 05, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, November 19, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails. (No Nature Discovery After-School Program on Thursday, November 26. Happy Thanksgiving!)
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Predators of the Night
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, November 06, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for this walk to learn about the realm of night and its creatures. Discover how these animals use their keen senses to overcome darkness and find their prey.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Friday, November 06, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for this walk to learn about the realm of night and its creatures. Discover how these animals use their keen senses to overcome darkness and find their prey.
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Bears at Five Rivers
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
Summer 2009 marked many black bear sightings in the Capital District, including one at Five Rivers! We will learn about the habits and lifestyle of bears and how to cope with these magnificent mammals.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
Summer 2009 marked many black bear sightings in the Capital District, including one at Five Rivers! We will learn about the habits and lifestyle of bears and how to cope with these magnificent mammals.
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Wolves
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
They may not live in New York State currently, but they are still fascinating and awe inspiring for many of us. Come listen to Will Pryor, a local wolf expert, talk about wolves and answer your questions. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
They may not live in New York State currently, but they are still fascinating and awe inspiring for many of us. Come listen to Will Pryor, a local wolf expert, talk about wolves and answer your questions. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Guided Nature Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:00 AM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:00 AM
Attention kids of all ages! Bring a parent or other adult and discover the outdoors at Stony Kill together. We'll head for the woods, fields, ponds and farm. Leaves changing color, nuts ripening, birds migrating and wildlife getting ready for winter are some of the signs of autumn we'll be watching for when we take to the trails.
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Getting Squirrlley
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
The squirrels at the woods are preparing for the upcoming winter season. Discover how they get ready through fun activities and crafts.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM
Ages: For children ages 4 to 8.
The squirrels at the woods are preparing for the upcoming winter season. Discover how they get ready through fun activities and crafts.
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GIS Mini-Workshop (indoors and outdoors)
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: For ages 12 and up.
Join our guest presenter, Neil Curri, Senior GIS Resource Educator, Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County, as we celebrate the upcoming "Geography Awareness Week" (November 15-21). During the workshop, we'll investigate the grounds at Stony Kill Farm using Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers to collect coordinates of important features. We'll then map the coordinates on a computer using a Geographic Information System (GIS) to show patterns in the landscape and relationships among the features we've captured in the GPS. This technology has many applications, including use in scientific investigations and helping people find their way in the woods. Registration is required. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300 to register or for more information.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: For ages 12 and up.
Join our guest presenter, Neil Curri, Senior GIS Resource Educator, Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County, as we celebrate the upcoming "Geography Awareness Week" (November 15-21). During the workshop, we'll investigate the grounds at Stony Kill Farm using Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers to collect coordinates of important features. We'll then map the coordinates on a computer using a Geographic Information System (GIS) to show patterns in the landscape and relationships among the features we've captured in the GPS. This technology has many applications, including use in scientific investigations and helping people find their way in the woods. Registration is required. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300 to register or for more information.
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Why Are the Trees Bare?
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM
Why does a leaf fall in the forest? We will talk about the science of the leaves' color change and life cycle and take a walk to discover this exciting change.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 07, 2009 2:00 PM
Why does a leaf fall in the forest? We will talk about the science of the leaves' color change and life cycle and take a walk to discover this exciting change.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Oneida BOCES in New Hartford - Oneida County
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Janet Jury at 315-793-8532
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Senior Series: Canids of New York
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:00 AM
"Man's best friend," the dog has a few wild cousins living all around us. Come explore the truths and fables of coyotes and foxes. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:00 AM
"Man's best friend," the dog has a few wild cousins living all around us. Come explore the truths and fables of coyotes and foxes. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Project WET Workshop
Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca - Tompkins County
Thursday, November 12, 2009 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Register with Amy Kochem at 607-674-4017 x628
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How To Do It: Aging Deer
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:00 AM
The technique of aging deer by dentition revolutionized the profession of wildlife management, and was invented right here in Delmar. Age data gathered at deer check stations in the fall give biologists a reliable "snapshot" of local populations and are used to adjust the following year's harvest goals. At this indoor workshop, Center staff will demonstrate how to age deer based on tooth growth and wear. Then participants will practice their skill using jaw bones from the Center's collection. Please call the Center by Thursday, November 12 to register.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:00 AM
The technique of aging deer by dentition revolutionized the profession of wildlife management, and was invented right here in Delmar. Age data gathered at deer check stations in the fall give biologists a reliable "snapshot" of local populations and are used to adjust the following year's harvest goals. At this indoor workshop, Center staff will demonstrate how to age deer based on tooth growth and wear. Then participants will practice their skill using jaw bones from the Center's collection. Please call the Center by Thursday, November 12 to register.
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Composting with Worms
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 12 and older.
Learn how to set up a vermicomposting bin and take home a starter kit.
Materials fee = $4.00 per starter kit; FORNP members = $3.00 per starter kit.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 12 and older.
Learn how to set up a vermicomposting bin and take home a starter kit.
Materials fee = $4.00 per starter kit; FORNP members = $3.00 per starter kit.
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Gourd Art with Jane Hough
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 11:00 AM
Think gourds are just for eating? Think again! Become an artist by painting on gourds with local artisan and gourd grower Jane Hough. Turn gourds into landscapes, animals or whatever you're inspired to do. Registration required; supplies limited. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
$5.00 for each gourd used
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 11:00 AM
Think gourds are just for eating? Think again! Become an artist by painting on gourds with local artisan and gourd grower Jane Hough. Turn gourds into landscapes, animals or whatever you're inspired to do. Registration required; supplies limited. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center. Please call to register.
$5.00 for each gourd used
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Green Bird Feeders
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 2:00 PM
Attract winter residents like chickadees and nuthatches with feeders you can make from natural and recycled materials. Each individual or family will make at least one simple bird feeder to use this winter.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 2:00 PM
Attract winter residents like chickadees and nuthatches with feeders you can make from natural and recycled materials. Each individual or family will make at least one simple bird feeder to use this winter.
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Watchable Wildlife: White-tailed Deer
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 2:00 PM
Mid-November is an excellent time to go "scouting" deer. Deer are very active at this season, and their tracks, trails, pellets, rubs, scrapes and beds are all good indicators of the season's prospects. Join us for a field study of the natural history of deer and learn what's what.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 14, 2009 2:00 PM
Mid-November is an excellent time to go "scouting" deer. Deer are very active at this season, and their tracks, trails, pellets, rubs, scrapes and beds are all good indicators of the season's prospects. Join us for a field study of the natural history of deer and learn what's what.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Walking the Woods
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 12 and older.
Celebrate National Hiking Day by taking a guided walk through the trails of Reinstein Woods.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 12 and older.
Celebrate National Hiking Day by taking a guided walk through the trails of Reinstein Woods.
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Hudson River Estuary Management Advisory Committee Meeting
Staatsburg, NY
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 AM
The Hudson River Estuary Management Advisory Committee serves to advise DEC on regulatory, policy and other matters affecting the management, protection and use of the Hudson River estuary, its tributaries and shorelands, including implementation of the Hudson River Estuary Program. For more information, please contact the Hudson River Estuary Program at hrep@gw.dec.state.ny.us or (845) 256-3016.
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Staatsburg, NY
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 8:30 AM to 12:30 AM
The Hudson River Estuary Management Advisory Committee serves to advise DEC on regulatory, policy and other matters affecting the management, protection and use of the Hudson River estuary, its tributaries and shorelands, including implementation of the Hudson River Estuary Program. For more information, please contact the Hudson River Estuary Program at hrep@gw.dec.state.ny.us or (845) 256-3016.
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Friends of Five Rivers Annual Meeting
Fiver Rivers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for the Friends of Five Rivers annual meeting, featuring a presentation by George Shuler, Director of Conservation Science and Practice for the Nature Conservancy, on the history of efforts to preserve the environmental quality of the Hudson River. A short business meeting reviewing The Friends' many accomplishments of the past year will precede the program.
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Fiver Rivers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:00 PM
Join us for the Friends of Five Rivers annual meeting, featuring a presentation by George Shuler, Director of Conservation Science and Practice for the Nature Conservancy, on the history of efforts to preserve the environmental quality of the Hudson River. A short business meeting reviewing The Friends' many accomplishments of the past year will precede the program.
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Hazardous Waste Facility Siting Plan Hearing
Niagara Falls Public Library, 1425 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Siting Plan is intended to guide state agencies, authorities and other entities, to make decisions regarding the management and disposal of hazardous waste, so as to avoid potentially adverse impacts to air, land, water or public health. The draft GEIS evaluates and addresses any potential impacts the draft plan may have on the environment. However, it does not replace the need for a separate and distinct site-specific EIS for any hazardous waste management facility that is proposed to be sited or expanded in New York State in the future.
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Niagara Falls Public Library, 1425 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Siting Plan is intended to guide state agencies, authorities and other entities, to make decisions regarding the management and disposal of hazardous waste, so as to avoid potentially adverse impacts to air, land, water or public health. The draft GEIS evaluates and addresses any potential impacts the draft plan may have on the environment. However, it does not replace the need for a separate and distinct site-specific EIS for any hazardous waste management facility that is proposed to be sited or expanded in New York State in the future.
Both the draft GEIS and Siting Plan are available in electronic format on the DEC website. The revised drafts incorporate the input received during the previous hearings and comment period and are subject to a second and final opportunity for public comment before finalization.
All persons, organizations, corporations, government agencies, and others wishing to comment on the proposed Siting Plan are invited to attend the hearings and to submit either written or oral statements. Reasonable time limits may be set for each speaker to afford everyone an opportunity to be heard. Lengthy statements should be submitted in writing and summarized for oral presentation. Written statements received prior to the close of the public comment period and oral statements made at each hearing session will be given equal weight.
Written comments will also be accepted if received by the close of business on December 14, 2009. Comments can be sent to John Iannotti, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Solid and Hazardous Materials, 625 Broadway, Albany, New York 12233-7250. They can also be faxed to (518) 402-9024 or
e-mailed to HWSiting@gw.dec.state.ny.us.
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Hazardous Waste Facility Siting Plan Hearing
Lewiston-Porter High School, 4061 Creek Road, Youngstown, NY 14174
Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Siting Plan is intended to guide state agencies, authorities and other entities, to make decisions regarding the management and disposal of hazardous waste, so as to avoid potentially adverse impacts to air, land, water or public health. The draft GEIS evaluates and addresses any potential impacts the draft plan may have on the environment. However, it does not replace the need for a separate and distinct site-specific EIS for any hazardous waste management facility that is proposed to be sited or expanded in New York State in the future.
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Lewiston-Porter High School, 4061 Creek Road, Youngstown, NY 14174
Thursday, November 19, 2009 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Siting Plan is intended to guide state agencies, authorities and other entities, to make decisions regarding the management and disposal of hazardous waste, so as to avoid potentially adverse impacts to air, land, water or public health. The draft GEIS evaluates and addresses any potential impacts the draft plan may have on the environment. However, it does not replace the need for a separate and distinct site-specific EIS for any hazardous waste management facility that is proposed to be sited or expanded in New York State in the future.
Both the draft GEIS and Siting Plan are available in electronic format on the DEC website. The revised drafts incorporate the input received during the previous hearings and comment period and are subject to a second and final opportunity for public comment before finalization.
All persons, organizations, corporations, government agencies, and others wishing to comment on the proposed Siting Plan are invited to attend the hearings and to submit either written or oral statements. Reasonable time limits may be set for each speaker to afford everyone an opportunity to be heard. Lengthy statements should be submitted in writing and summarized for oral presentation. Written statements received prior to the close of the public comment period and oral statements made at each hearing session will be given equal weight.
Written comments will also be accepted if received by the close of business on December 14, 2009. Comments can be sent to John Iannotti, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Solid and Hazardous Materials, 625 Broadway, Albany, New York 12233-7250. They can also be faxed to (518) 402-9024 or
e-mailed to HWSiting@gw.dec.state.ny.us.
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Flying WILD Workshop
Fiver Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar - Albany County
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Register with Dee Strnisa at 518-475-0291
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Fiver Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar - Albany County
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Register with Dee Strnisa at 518-475-0291
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Surviving The Wild
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
During this special half-day course, wilderness skills expert Shane Whitefeather will teach the basics of survival skills that have been honed for centuries by native people of this region. Fire making without matches, animal tracking, shelter building, natural cordage and more! (one-hour lunch break; please bring your own lunch and beverage). Call 845-831-8780, ext. 302 to register or for more information.
$20.00 instructor fee.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
During this special half-day course, wilderness skills expert Shane Whitefeather will teach the basics of survival skills that have been honed for centuries by native people of this region. Fire making without matches, animal tracking, shelter building, natural cordage and more! (one-hour lunch break; please bring your own lunch and beverage). Call 845-831-8780, ext. 302 to register or for more information.
$20.00 instructor fee.
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Climate Change Cafe Series
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 21, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Preparing for Winter
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 21, 2009 11:00 AM
People complain about hard winters; imagine living outside through all those snowy months! Walk some of our trails with a naturalist, and learn how plants and animals prepare for winter. Whether it's putting on the pounds, storing food or losing leaves, we'll tell you how it's done. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 21, 2009 11:00 AM
People complain about hard winters; imagine living outside through all those snowy months! Walk some of our trails with a naturalist, and learn how plants and animals prepare for winter. Whether it's putting on the pounds, storing food or losing leaves, we'll tell you how it's done. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar - Albany County
Saturday, November 21, 2009 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Register with Dee Strnisa at 518-475-0291
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar - Albany County
Saturday, November 21, 2009 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Register with Dee Strnisa at 518-475-0291
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Plants of the Pilgrims
Five Rivers Evironmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:00 AM
What did the Pilgrims really eat at the first Thanksgiving? It wasn't just turkey--many native plants were invited to the first Thanksgiving feast.
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Five Rivers Evironmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:00 AM
What did the Pilgrims really eat at the first Thanksgiving? It wasn't just turkey--many native plants were invited to the first Thanksgiving feast.
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Outdoor Skills
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
In this program, you will create rope from plants and learn how to build a survival shelter from natural materials.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, November 28, 2009 10:30 AM
Ages: For adults and children age 8 and older.
In this program, you will create rope from plants and learn how to build a survival shelter from natural materials.
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Bluebird Nest Box Building
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 11:00 AM
Build a bluebird nest box and you'll be surprised by the possibilities it can hold. Your new neighbors could be bluebirds, house wrens, chickadees or tree swallows, depending upon when and where you place the box. Please bring a hammer. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
$10.00 fee for every box you take home.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 11:00 AM
Build a bluebird nest box and you'll be surprised by the possibilities it can hold. Your new neighbors could be bluebirds, house wrens, chickadees or tree swallows, depending upon when and where you place the box. Please bring a hammer. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
$10.00 fee for every box you take home.
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Campfire Cuisine
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 2:00 PM
Learn how to build a campfire and then enjoy some simple foods (including popcorn) that can be cooked over its flames.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 2:00 PM
Learn how to build a campfire and then enjoy some simple foods (including popcorn) that can be cooked over its flames.
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Wild Turkey
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 2:00 PM
Wild turkeys have staged an amazing comeback! We'll discuss the life style and success of this beautiful bird, then walk the trails to explore turkey habitat.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, November 28, 2009 2:00 PM
Wild turkeys have staged an amazing comeback! We'll discuss the life style and success of this beautiful bird, then walk the trails to explore turkey habitat.
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December 2009
Chesapeake Bay TMDL Public Meeting
Broome County Public Library - Binghamton, New York
Tuesday, December 01, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region III has scheduled a public meeting in New York to provide information regarding the process, approach and implications of establishing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) strategy for the Chesapeake Bay and its network of waterways. EPA is also seeking preliminary input from interested parties.
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Broome County Public Library - Binghamton, New York
Tuesday, December 01, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region III has scheduled a public meeting in New York to provide information regarding the process, approach and implications of establishing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) strategy for the Chesapeake Bay and its network of waterways. EPA is also seeking preliminary input from interested parties.
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Chemical Sales Superfund Site Public Availability Session
Town of Gates Library - Monroe County
Tuesday, December 01, 2009 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
A public availability session to discuss ammendments to the Chemical Sales Superfund Site Record of Decision (ROD) is scheduled for December 1, 2009 at the Town of Gates Library, 1605 Buffalo Road, Gates, NY from 3:00 PM -5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. At the availability session a description of the original ROD and the circumstances that have led to proposed changes in the ROD will be discussed. During the session representatives from the NYSDEC and NYSDOH will be available to discuss the project and answer questions.
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Town of Gates Library - Monroe County
Tuesday, December 01, 2009 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
A public availability session to discuss ammendments to the Chemical Sales Superfund Site Record of Decision (ROD) is scheduled for December 1, 2009 at the Town of Gates Library, 1605 Buffalo Road, Gates, NY from 3:00 PM -5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. At the availability session a description of the original ROD and the circumstances that have led to proposed changes in the ROD will be discussed. During the session representatives from the NYSDEC and NYSDOH will be available to discuss the project and answer questions.
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Science & Civics Workshop
Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Wednesday, December 02, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Monroe I BOCES in Rochester - Monroe County
Wednesday, December 02, 2009 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Aquatic WILD Workshop
Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Wednesday, December 02, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Thursday, December 03, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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Cincinnatus Elementary in Cincinnatus - Chenango County
Wednesday, December 02, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part I
Thursday, December 03, 2009 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Part II
Register with Laura Carey at 607-674-4017 x626
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4Es of Energy Workshop
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Thursday, December 03, 2009 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Grades 4-6
This interactive workshop promotes an understanding of energy's relationship with the environment, our economy, efficiency AND the all-important "E" - education.
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
Register online with NYSERDA
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Thursday, December 03, 2009 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Grades 4-6
This interactive workshop promotes an understanding of energy's relationship with the environment, our economy, efficiency AND the all-important "E" - education.
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
Register online with NYSERDA
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Nature Discovery After-School Program
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, December 03, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, December 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: For school-aged children and their caregivers.
Discover and explore different aspects of nature at Stony Kill. It may be winter, but wildlife is still present and active. If we dress warmly, we can also enjoy the outdoors. Snowshoeing (providing there is snow), tracking and nature games are just some of the activities we'll try. With a Stony Kill naturalist as your guide, there will be a different outdoor experience each week.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Thursday, December 03, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday, December 10, 2009 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ages: For school-aged children and their caregivers.
Discover and explore different aspects of nature at Stony Kill. It may be winter, but wildlife is still present and active. If we dress warmly, we can also enjoy the outdoors. Snowshoeing (providing there is snow), tracking and nature games are just some of the activities we'll try. With a Stony Kill naturalist as your guide, there will be a different outdoor experience each week.
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Energy Trilogy Workshop
Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Friday, December 04, 2009 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Grades 7-12
This interactive workshop will highlight the Energy Trilogy - how economics, efficiency and the environment relate to the energy challenges before us.
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
Register online with NYSERDA
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Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center in Depew - Erie County
Friday, December 04, 2009 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Ages: Grades 7-12
This interactive workshop will highlight the Energy Trilogy - how economics, efficiency and the environment relate to the energy challenges before us.
Additional information and directions to Reinstein Woods.
Register online with NYSERDA
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Animals Preparing for Winter
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:00 AM
Take a walk to look for signs of wildlife preparing for winter. Then warm up inside for a presentation on some local creatures and their winter survival strategies. Birds, squirrels and coyotes are just a few of the animals we will investigate.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:00 AM
Take a walk to look for signs of wildlife preparing for winter. Then warm up inside for a presentation on some local creatures and their winter survival strategies. Birds, squirrels and coyotes are just a few of the animals we will investigate.
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Greening Your Festivities
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come to the center to create winter-themed arts and crafts. Make gifts for others or decorations for yourself. Stop by and create some holiday cheer. Call for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Come to the center to create winter-themed arts and crafts. Make gifts for others or decorations for yourself. Stop by and create some holiday cheer. Call for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Barking Up The Wrong Trees?
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Put on your winter boots and warm thinking caps as we learn to identify native tree species by their unique bark. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Put on your winter boots and warm thinking caps as we learn to identify native tree species by their unique bark. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
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Superfund Site Public Meeting
Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington, NY
Tuesday, December 08, 2009 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The NYSDEC invites you to a public availability session to discuss the vapor intrusion sampling being conducted on Town of North Hempstead State Superfund Program - Munsey Cleaners and Plaza Cleaners Sites. The project personnel will be available during this poster session to discuss the vapor intrusion sampling results and the on-going investigation at these sites. You can attend this session anytime between 1 PM and 7 PM.
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Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington, NY
Tuesday, December 08, 2009 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The NYSDEC invites you to a public availability session to discuss the vapor intrusion sampling being conducted on Town of North Hempstead State Superfund Program - Munsey Cleaners and Plaza Cleaners Sites. The project personnel will be available during this poster session to discuss the vapor intrusion sampling results and the on-going investigation at these sites. You can attend this session anytime between 1 PM and 7 PM.
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Winter Nature Journaling
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Nature journaling is a great tool for learning how to relax and focus. This time of year many of us could use a little relaxation. Join us to discover how to take a little time for ourselves to observe and enjoy the world around us through writing and drawing.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 05, 2009 2:00 PM
Nature journaling is a great tool for learning how to relax and focus. This time of year many of us could use a little relaxation. Join us to discover how to take a little time for ourselves to observe and enjoy the world around us through writing and drawing.
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Evergreens
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:00 AM
On this walk we will meet and greet the evergreens. Their natural history and their lore blend at this time of year and add to the beauty of the season. Along the way we will collect greenery for the afternoon program.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:00 AM
On this walk we will meet and greet the evergreens. Their natural history and their lore blend at this time of year and add to the beauty of the season. Along the way we will collect greenery for the afternoon program.
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Climate Change Cafe Series
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve
Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:30 AM
Celebrate the International Day of Climate Action by taking action cafe-style! Learn how climate change is affecting New York, and develop a plan of action to save energy in your own home or business. Coffee, dessert and cool atmosphere provided at each session.
Materials fee = $9.00; FORNP members = $6.00.
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Honey Bees and Greenery
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 1:00 PM
Those who take part in the morning program are invited to bring a lunch and stay for the afternoon session. Using the greenery that was collected, participants will be invited to create decorations for their homes. Beeswax will be available to make candles. You do not have to come to the morning session to participate in this session.
Friends Of Five Rivers Members (FOFR): $1.50 per person or $4.00 per family. Non-members: $2.00 per person or $5.00 per family.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 1:00 PM
Those who take part in the morning program are invited to bring a lunch and stay for the afternoon session. Using the greenery that was collected, participants will be invited to create decorations for their homes. Beeswax will be available to make candles. You do not have to come to the morning session to participate in this session.
Friends Of Five Rivers Members (FOFR): $1.50 per person or $4.00 per family. Non-members: $2.00 per person or $5.00 per family.
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Soy Candles with Sara Tyler
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 11:00 AM
Looking for an environmentally friendly gift this holiday season? Join Sara as she demonstrates how to make soy candles, and then make your own candle to take home. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
The is a $5 fee per participant.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 11:00 AM
Looking for an environmentally friendly gift this holiday season? Join Sara as she demonstrates how to make soy candles, and then make your own candle to take home. Please call to register and for details. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
The is a $5 fee per participant.
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Crafts for a Sustainable Holiday
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: Appropriate for children and adults of all ages!
Join us while we learn about and create holiday crafts using local recycled and reusable items.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ages: Appropriate for children and adults of all ages!
Join us while we learn about and create holiday crafts using local recycled and reusable items.
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Night Owls and Hot Dogs
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 6:00 PM
Join local bird experts from the Hudson Mohawk Bird Club and the Audubon Society of the Capital Region for an informal foray in search of owls. Field parties will visit likely owl roosts along Five Rivers trails, then gather at a roaring campfire to compare findings. Complimentary hot dogs and hot drinks will answer the question, "who cooks for you?" Call (518) 475-0291 to register by Wednesday, December 9.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 12, 2009 6:00 PM
Join local bird experts from the Hudson Mohawk Bird Club and the Audubon Society of the Capital Region for an informal foray in search of owls. Field parties will visit likely owl roosts along Five Rivers trails, then gather at a roaring campfire to compare findings. Complimentary hot dogs and hot drinks will answer the question, "who cooks for you?" Call (518) 475-0291 to register by Wednesday, December 9.
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Senior Series: Winter Birds/Feeding/Walk
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Learn the basics of backyard bird feeding, and walk the trails at Rogers to see what birds we can find here. We will spend some time watching the birds at the center's feeders and learn about a citizen science program focused on backyard birds and YOU. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Learn the basics of backyard bird feeding, and walk the trails at Rogers to see what birds we can find here. We will spend some time watching the birds at the center's feeders and learn about a citizen science program focused on backyard birds and YOU. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Chenango Greenway Winter Hike Series: Cross-country Ski/Snowshoe
Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Friday, December 18, 2009 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Ages: Ideal for Grades K through 6
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Ideal for children in grades K through 6.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: January 13, January 26 and February 13 (audience and times vary).
FREE
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Chenango Greenway in Norwich - Chenango County
Friday, December 18, 2009 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Ages: Ideal for Grades K through 6
Walk the Chenango Greenway in Norwich with Rogers Environmental Education Center staff in search of clues animals have left behind. We'll identify tracks, food, scat and other signs that tell us who's been there. Dress warmly as we'll be walking slowly. Bring binoculars and cameras if you'd like. Snowshoes will be provided. Bring your own cross-country skis. Registration required. Please call Rogers Center for more information and to register at 607-674-4017 x623.
Ideal for children in grades K through 6.
Look for additional hikes in this series on: January 13, January 26 and February 13 (audience and times vary).
FREE
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110th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 19, 2009 All Day
It's time for the annual census of area winter birds. If you enjoy birds and would like to get involved in the count, you're encouraged to help. Bring a willingness to learn, binoculars and enthusiasm. Call for details and to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 19, 2009 All Day
It's time for the annual census of area winter birds. If you enjoy birds and would like to get involved in the count, you're encouraged to help. Bring a willingness to learn, binoculars and enthusiasm. Call for details and to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Winter Wildlife Search
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 19, 2009 2:00 PM
Nuts with holes, scrapings on trees and scratched up leaves are a sample of the animal signs we will find on a winter trail walk.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 19, 2009 2:00 PM
Nuts with holes, scrapings on trees and scratched up leaves are a sample of the animal signs we will find on a winter trail walk.
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Snowshoe Adams Farm
Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Dress in layers and head out on the trails for a snowshoe walk. Adams Farm offers the chance to see wildlife and the tracks they leave behind in the snow. If there is no snow, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Rogers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Dress in layers and head out on the trails for a snowshoe walk. Adams Farm offers the chance to see wildlife and the tracks they leave behind in the snow. If there is no snow, we will hike. Snowshoes provided. Please call to register. Additional information and directions to Rogers Center.
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Not a Creature Was Stirring
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Animals have but one problem going into winter: how to come out the other side! Happily, critters have come to cope with the season in many different ways. Join us on an outdoor study of winter survival strategies and see how various animals get by.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Animals have but one problem going into winter: how to come out the other side! Happily, critters have come to cope with the season in many different ways. Join us on an outdoor study of winter survival strategies and see how various animals get by.
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Snowshoe Hike or Winter Walk
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Get outdoors to stretch your legs and burn off some holiday calories while you enjoy the wonders of the winter woods. If there is enough snow, snowshoes will be provided. Otherwise, we'll hike the trails by foot. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300, for meeting site.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Saturday, December 26, 2009 2:00 PM
Get outdoors to stretch your legs and burn off some holiday calories while you enjoy the wonders of the winter woods. If there is enough snow, snowshoes will be provided. Otherwise, we'll hike the trails by foot. Call 845-831-8780, ext. 300, for meeting site.
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Holiday Open House
Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Bring the whole family for a festive day at Stony Kill. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities.
Search for animal signs during an outdoor walk, make a holiday craft from recycled materials or take a tour of the historic Manor House. Visit the animals down at the barn; some of them have even been known to get into the holiday spirit by sporting a red ribbon or two! Listen to live holiday music in the Manor House, and enjoy the refreshments and decorations by the Verplanck Garden Club.
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Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Bring the whole family for a festive day at Stony Kill. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities.
Search for animal signs during an outdoor walk, make a holiday craft from recycled materials or take a tour of the historic Manor House. Visit the animals down at the barn; some of them have even been known to get into the holiday spirit by sporting a red ribbon or two! Listen to live holiday music in the Manor House, and enjoy the refreshments and decorations by the Verplanck Garden Club.
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Family Fun: Birding for Kids
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, December 30, 2009 10:00 AM
Thursday, December 31, 2009 10:00 AM
Join us for an elementary approach to bird life as we study birds at the feeder and beyond. These programs will cover concepts in bird anatomy, behavior, identification and conservation which parent and child can build upon in their own yard or park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call the Center to register by Monday, December 28.
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Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Wednesday, December 30, 2009 10:00 AM
Thursday, December 31, 2009 10:00 AM
Join us for an elementary approach to bird life as we study birds at the feeder and beyond. These programs will cover concepts in bird anatomy, behavior, identification and conservation which parent and child can build upon in their own yard or park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call the Center to register by Monday, December 28.
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