Join OCCA and certified mushroom forager Shane Gardner and learn how to identify wild mushrooms in the field while exploring the trail at Texas School House State Forest in New Lisbon. Participants will explore the varied woodland habitats along the trail while they search for a variety of mushroom species and learn about the important…
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hikes start at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome. See susqadk.org for details and exact location to meet up. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes…
In addition to weekly Tuesday hikes, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club offers all-day Saturday hikes April through October. These hikes require pre-registration and will be limited to 20 to 25 participants These hikes require participants to plan accordingly. Bring a packed lunch, snacks, and water to last the whole excursion. Dress appropriately…
Join OCCA and the Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership (CRISP) as we return to Weaver Lake in the Town of Warren to follow up on our earlier European frog-bit and water chestnut pull. Meet at 10am at OCCA’s office in Springfield and carpool to the launch site. Bring a personal watercraft (canoe or kayak) or…
Ever wondered what those bright yellow irises or feathery plants clogging up waterways are? Join the Catskill Center’s CRISP Aquatic Invasive Species Manager, Sarah Coney, and the OCCA’s program director, Jeff O’Handley to “sus” out aquatic invaders along the Susquehanna River. We’ll focus on invasive plant and animal species found in the Susquehanna River, how…
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hikes start at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome. See susqadk.org for details and exact location to meet up. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes…
Join Clark Sports Center for an unforgettable multisport adventure at Glimmerglass State Park, where natural beauty meets endurance challenge! Participants will complete three exciting segments—paddle, bike, and run—set against the scenic backdrop of Otsego Lake and the historic Hyde Hall grounds. Whether you're racing solo or teaming up, this event offers a unique way to explore…
Enjoy the beauty of the Butternut Valley on foot by participating in Butternut Valley Alliance’s inaugural Hellbender 5K Cross Country Run through New Lisbon and Garrattsville. Part of Butternut Valley Days, which also includes the Butternut Valley Gravel Grinder. Sign up at Butternut Valley Alliance website
Kicking off Butternut Valley Days is the Butternut Valley Gravel Grinder, founded in 2019 in partnership with Central New York Cycling. The bike ride (not a race) winds through the hills of the Butternut Valley, starting and ending in Garrattsville at Butternuts Beer and Ale Brewery. Choose to ride a 48-mile Long Route or the…
2026 Group Class Schedule: Classes are offered as 3-evening sessions, held weeknights from 6:00–8:30 PM. Session 1: June 22, 23 & 24 Session 2: June 29, 30 & July 1 Session 3: July 20, 21 & 22 Session 4: August 24, 25 & 26 How It Works: Group Classes: $150 per person for a full session (3 evenings). A minimum of 3 participants is…
Youth Learn to Row with Otsego Area Rowing Ages: 13–18 (middle and high school students) Season: Summer sessions (on-water); optional indoor meetups during the off-season Our Youth Learn to Row program introduces middle and high school students to the sport of rowing in a fun, safe, and beginner-friendly environment. No prior experience is needed! Rowers will learn the basics of…
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hikes start at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome. See susqadk.org for details and exact location to meet up. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes…
Celebrate the arrival of fall with a paddle down the Butternut Creek! Join the Butternut Valley Alliance and the Otsego County Conservation Association (OCCA) for a relaxing community float through one of the valley's most scenic waterways. This event is free and open to the public. Participants will meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Spring…
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hikes start at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome. See susqadk.org for details and exact location to meet up. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes…
Free fishing days offer residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!). 2026 Free Fishing Days Schedule February 14-15 (President's Day Weekend) June 27-28 September 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day) November 11 (Veterans Day) These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out…
The Franklin Mountain Hawk Watch continues to need volunteer hawk counters. If you have an interest in learning raptor identification, we can help you develop those skills. We will also teach you how to determine if a bird is migrating. The October 3 event is drop in, during the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary Open House.…
Join the Upper Susquehanna Coalition and Otsego Soil and Water Conservation District to plant trees in Morris. Meet at the corner of County Highway 10 (Bell Hill Road) and 8 in Morris. Parking is available along Bell Hill Road. For more information, contact Shamar Fitzpatrick, 607/547-8337, ext. 4. Please wear sturdy footwear. Snacks and tools…
Join the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for an open house event and learn about DOAS, our programs, its mission and more at this fun, family-friendly day! There will be lots of free refreshments and coffee (while supplies last), a Raptor ID program, trail hike and mindful birding walk, and a special Live Birds of Prey program…
All welcome to hike with members of the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. October 6 they will be hiking the Jacy Henderson Trail in Davenport, part of Robert V. Riddell State Park Questions? Contact the club: 607.431.8010 adksusq+contacts@gmail.com
The Clark Sports Center and Super Heroes Humane Society present the Trailwagger at Gilbert Lake State Park. Choose from: The 3-mile run/walk takes place on some paved roads in the park and also on the trails. Our 5-mile run/walk is mostly trail running, and you get to see a couple of the ponds and creeks…
All welcome to hike with members of the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. The October 13 hike will be at Texas Schoolhouse State Forest Questions? Contact the club: 607.431.8010 adksusq+contacts@gmail.com
Join the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club for a hike to the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower in Delhi. The fire tower will be open for viewing. The hike is about 3.5 miles with 900 feet of elevation The hike is considered a moderate hike because of its elevation gain and length. The hike…
Enjoy the crisp fall weather during Brookwood Point’s annual cleanup day! There is a job for all skill levels as we prepare to close this site for the season. Bring a friend and help the Otsego Land Trust take care of this beautiful preserve. All tools will be provided. Please dress appropriately for the weather…
When you walk, run or roll the Arc Otsego's Hot Cocoa 5K or 1K, you are helping make life sweeter for people with developmental disabilities! Proceeds benefit The Arc Otsego's Helping Hands Fund which assists individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to seize life's opportunities and overcome life's challenges. You can sign up…
All welcome to hike with members of the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Questions? Contact the club: 607.431.8010 adksusq+contacts@gmail.com
Join OCCA as they work on re-opening a portion of trail in Basswood Pond State Forest that was closed to logging. Volunteers are needed to help trim overgrown vegetation, remove debris from the trail and cut and remove fallen limbs. Meet at the Jacobs Road parking area. Note that it is about a 0.6 mile…
Grab your Halloween mask, rally the family, and join us for the 26th Annual Cooperstown Halloween 5K & 10K! Choose the fun and festive 5K run/walk or double the challenge with the 10K. The scenic course winds through the charming Village of Cooperstown and is mostly flat, with a gentle half-mile hill near the finish…
The Franklin Mountain Hawk Watch continues to need volunteer hawk counters. If you have an interest in learning raptor identification, we can help you develop those skills. We will also teach you how to determine if a bird is migrating. This season we have scheduled 3 ID workshops for beginners at different times in the…
All welcome to hike with members of the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Questions? Contact the club: 607.431.8010 adksusq+contacts@gmail.com
Free fishing days offer residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!). 2026 Free Fishing Days Schedule February 14-15 (President’s Day Weekend) June 27-28 September 26 (National Hunting and Fishing Day) November 11 (Veterans Day) These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out…
