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Tuesday September 12, 2023
 
12:00 PM

Reinstein Woods - Webinar: Lunchtime Learning: Green Halloween


http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
Contact  716-683-5959
Location  Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve & Environmental Education Center, 93 Honorine Dr. Depew, NY 14043 - Map

Spooky season doesn’t have to be scary for Mother Nature! Find tips and tricks to make your Halloween celebrations more sustainable on this virtual talk presented by Reinstein Woods. Registration required; email mgreen@reinsteinwoods.org

We welcome those who have any type of physical challenge to all our programs. If you call ahead to let us know your needs, we will be happy to learn how we can serve you.

PLEASE NOTE

  • Registration is required for ALL programs unless otherwise indicated; call 716-683-5959 to register. 
  • If you call outside of normal business hours, you will receive a call confirming your registration or waitlist status. PLEASE SPEAK CLEARLY when leaving your name and phone number as our system does not have caller ID. Unless you receive a callback, you are not registered. 
  • Registration is limited to two programs/month. If you want to sign up for additional programs, you will be added to the waitlist. No limit for virtual programs.
  • Social distancing and mask protocols are subject to change with current COVID guidelines.
  • If you or a family member feels ill, is waiting for COVID test results or have COVID symptoms, please stay at home.
  • In case of poor weather, programs may be cancelled.
  • We cannot accommodate organized youth/civic groups at these programs. Please call to make other arrangements.
 

DEC Pop-Up Fishing Clinic at Kissena Lake (Queens County)


https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/27123.html
Contact  DEC Region 2 Fisheries
fwfish2@dec.ny.gov

Participate in a free Beginner's Fishing Clinic hosted by NYSDEC at Kissena Lake, Kissena Park in Queens, Queens County on Tuesday, 9/12 from 12 - 2 PM. In addition to casting a rod and catching fish, participants can learn about fish identification, fishing equipment and techniques, fisheries management, angling ethics, aquatic ecology, and more! No freshwater fishing license is required during the event, and all equipment and bait will be provided for free.

Space is limited (first come, first served). Email for more information and weather related updates. 

Location/Address: Kissena Park, 160-2 Oak Ave, Queens, NY 11365 (N. shore of Kissena Lake near comfort station)

Visit the Free Learn to Fish page for more information and other upcoming events near you.

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