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Saturday July 31, 2021

	Brownfield App. & Work Plan - Former Sears Auto Center (Bronx) Comment Deadline https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/2... Contact DEC, Division of Environmental Remediation derweb@dec.ny.gov DEC has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application and Draft Remedial Action Work Plan for a site known as the Former Sears Auto Center Site, site ID #C203147. This site is located in the Belmont neighborhood of the Bronx, and is located at 4720 Third Avenue, 4734 Third Avenue and 448 East 189th Street. Public comments about the application and draft work plan must be submitted by July 31, 2021. Click the web link above at "Additional Information" to learn about the site and how to comment. Project documents can be reviewed online at: https://www.dec.ny.gov/data/DecDocs/C203147/ And at: New York Public Library Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road Bronx, NY 10458 Bronx Community Board 6 1932 Arthur Avenue, Room 403-A Bronx, NY 10457
	Draft Five Streams Unit Management Plan Comment Deadline https://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/4979.html Contact Region 7 Forestry r7.ump@dec.ny.gov DEC today encouraged the public to comment on the draft update to the Five Streams Unit Management Plan (UMP), that includes three state forests in Chenango County. The updated UMP will guide management of these properties over the next 10 years. DEC will accept comments on the draft plan until Saturday, July 31. The Five Streams Unit covers 9,634 acres of state lands in Chenango County, including Five Streams, Balsam Swamp, and Red Brook State Forests. Highlights of the plan include: continuing routine maintenance of Balsam Pond campground; developing a loop trail around Balsam Pond and renovating Balsam Pond dam; maintaining a trail offering motorized access for visitors with mobility impairments; installing trail map kiosks; partnering with snowmobile clubs to provide over 15 miles of snowmobile trails; and implementing sustainable practices for forest management. The draft plan and additional information are available on DEC’s website.
9:00 AM	Reinstein Woods - Birding 101 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 Learn how to identify birds by their calls while on a hike at Reinstein Woods. Bring binoculars if you have them. 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 Pre-registration is required for ALL programs; call 716-683-5959 to register for an in-person program. For virtual programs, please register online at www.reinsteinwoods.org/events. You must pre-register by phone; 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 for popular programs is limited to 3 people per party. All participants are required to wear a mask; social distancing of 6 feet or more will be practiced whenever possible. 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.
	Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count https://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/97891.html Contact Chris Bowser hrteach@dec.ny.gov The 10th annual Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count will take place at multiple sites along the banks and piers of the Hudson River on Saturday, July 31st. The public is invited to join naturalists from the Capital Region to New York City to explore the variety of creatures usually hidden below the river’s surface. A list of participating public and virtual sites is available on the Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count webpage on DEC’s website.
9:45 AM	Five Rivers: The Nature Bus Connects You with Five Rivers https://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center 518-475-0291 or 5rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map Hop on the free Nature Bus in Albany every Saturday to enjoy scenic outdoor walks or programs at Five Rivers and other natural areas in Albany County. Stay for the day or visit multiple locations along the bus route. Route details, including the schedule and destinations, can be found on CDTA’s website
10:00 AM	Five Rivers: Family Fun: Pond Discovery - Program Cancelled https://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center 518-475-0291 or 5rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map Who’s living in the pond? We’ll seek out some wildlife and discover how they survive in this aquatic world. Program geared towards children ages 5–10, but siblings are welcome. Space is limited. Please call 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, July 28 to register.
	I Fish NY at Washington Park Lake-Family Program https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-fish-ny-at-washington-park-l... Contact DEC Summer Youth Programs 518-623-2037 or packfore@dec.ny.gov Join DEC Summer Staff to learn fishing basics. You will then have a chance to practice your skills in a scenic location! About this event The I FISH NY Program's primary goal is to increase fishing participation and awareness of the outstanding fishing opportunities that New York has to offer. Free Fishing Clinics are family fishing programs where participants can fish for free; no fishing license or enrollment in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry is required. To learn more, visit the I Fish NY Website. Please register only if you plan on attending. While spaces are limited at each event, there are many events to choose from throughout the summer! This is a family program. Children under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult at all times. Drop-offs are not allowed. Younger siblings, children who have not attended camp before, or have aged out of camp are all welcome! To learn more and register: Eventbrite Site
2:00 PM	Five Rivers: How to do it:Hiking Basics- Program Cancelled https://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html Contact Five Rivers Environmental Education Center 518-475-0291 or 5rivers@dec.ny.gov Location Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road Delmar, NY 12054 - Map Whether you plan on an hour-long hike or a full day’s adventure, learn about the essentials you need for a fun and safe outing. We’ll talk through the basics and then take a short stroll on the Beaver Tree Trail. Space is limited. Please call 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, July 28 to register.

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