Get the Kids Out!
Blast away the summer doldrums with a special program in Gilbert Lake State Park. Watch for more details soon!
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Gilbert Lake State Park 18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY, United States
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Amazing Insects
SUNY Oneonta College Camp College Camp Road, Oneonta, NY, United StatesCome on a leisurely walk around the College Camp with Dr. Jeffrey Heilveil, Chair of the Biology Department at SUNY Oneonta and resident entomologist, and catch, observe and learn about…
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Canadarago Lake Paddle
Join OCCA Executive Director Leslie Orzetti and Program Director Jeff O’Handley on an easy paddle along the west shore of Canadarago Lake. The tour will focus on aquatic ecology, habitats,…
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FREE Swim Lessons
Free learn-to-swim programs are being offered at Gilbert Lake State Park and Glimmerglass State Park. Contact the specific park directly to register your child today! Gilbert Lake: (607) 432-2114 Glimmerglass:…
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Lake Ecology Adventure Program
The Schoharie River Center is offering a five-day Lake Ecology Studies Adventure Program on Otsego Lake for youth ages 13-17. Each day you will hike, swim, paddle, sail or bike…
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A Walk on the Flat Side
Riddell State Park NY 28 off I-88, Davenport, NY, United StatesJoin Patricia Riddell Kent and Steve Kent, who donated the land for the state park, on this early evening walk around the northern portion of Robert V. Riddell State Park.…
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Up the Creek
Mohican Farm 7193 State Highway 80, Springfield, NY, United StatesBe Informed Lecture Series OCCA Executive Director Leslie Orzetti takes you “up the creek” at Mohican Farm. Dr. Orzetti will cover topics in stream ecology and give attendees a hands-on…
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Woods Walk
NYFOA's Southern Tier Chapter (SOT) will host a woods walk at the 1,250 acre Texas Schoolhouse State Forest. The forest is located in a spectacularly beautiful part of Otsego County,…
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Up and Over
Riddell State Park NY 28 off I-88, Davenport, NY, United StatesClimb up and over South Hill in Robert V. Riddell State Park with Patricia Riddell Kent and Steve Kent, donors of the park. This 3.5-hour, 4.5-mile hike traverses woods rich…
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Snowshoe hike to Mud Lake
Riddell State Park NY 28 off I-88, Davenport, NY, United StatesJoin Steve Kent on a snowshoe hike or walk to Mud Lake in Robert V. Riddell State Park. Climb South Hill, view a scenic ravine and waterfall, and visit Mud…
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Bicycling Skills 123 Class
Milford Central School 42 W Main Street, Milford, NY, United StatesThe Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA) is hosting a bicycling skills class for youth, ages 7 years and up. The class will be on Saturday April 21st, 9am – 1pm…
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Brookwood Point Spring Cleanup
Brookwood Point 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NYCome help Otsego Land Trust with our spring cleanup!! Pick up branches, rake leaves, mulch trails and clean gardens this Sunday from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm. Tools, guidance and…
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Bicycling Skills 123 Class
Clark Sports Center 124 Co Rd 52, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesThe Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA) is hosting a bicycling skills class for youth, ages 7 years and up. The class will be on Friday May 11th, 3pm – 7pm…
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Morning Birding at Mohican
Mohican Farm 7193 State Highway 80, Springfield, NY, United StatesThe early bird may get the worm, but the early birder gets the birds! Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Co-President Becky Gretton leads an early birding walk at Mohican Farm in Springfield.…
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Fetterley Forest Spring Cleanup
Fetterley Forest 302 Roses Hill Road, Richfield, NYCome help Otsego Land Trust with the spring cleanup of Fetterley Forest on Saturday May 12th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Become a true trailblazer as we carve a…
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Basswood Pond State Forest Walk
Basswood Pond State Forest 500 Conservation Road, Burlington, NY, United StatesTake a 2-mile walk on the lower loop in Basswood Pond State Forest in Burlington Flats with Otsego County Conservation Association. The forest includes pine and spruce plantations, mixed hardwoods,…
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OCCA Highway Cleanup
Mohican Farm/OCCA offices 7207 St. Hwy. 80, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesHelp keep a 2-mile section of Route 80 in Cooperstown/Springfield looking good! Afterward, enjoy a complimentary coffee and a muffin at Sunflower Cafe in Springfield! Meet at OCCA, 7207 State…
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Water chestnut control at Silver Lake
Water chestnut (Trapa natans) is a highly invasive plant that damages aquatic ecosystems, can cause injury, and has infested a number of water bodies in Otsego County. Join OCCA…
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Get the Kids Out! Nature Identification
Explore Wilber Park’s different habitats and learn about the common plant and animal species that call Otsego County home with the Otsego County Conservation Association. In this guided exploration, participants…
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Butternut Creek Paddle–FULL
***UPDATE: THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST!***Butternut Creek is one of Otsego County's most scenic waterways. Join OCCA and the Butternut Valley Alliance for a relaxing and…
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Paddle and Pull – Goodyear Lake
OCCA kicks off Invasive Species Awareness Week with a water chestnut pull in the Stump Lot portion of Goodyear Lake. OCCA and the Goodyear Lake Association have been partnering for…
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Amazing Insects All Around Us
Come on a leisurely walk around the SUNY Oneonta College Camp with Dr. Jeffrey Heilveil, Chair of the Biology Department at SUNY Oneonta and resident entomologist, and catch, observe and…
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Paddle and Pull – Goodyear Lake
Goodyear Lake State Route 28, Portlandville, NY, United StatesHelp in the fight against invasive species and enjoy a pleasant day on the water! Join OCCA and the Goodyear Lake Association as we paddle around in the "Stump Lot,"…
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OCCA Be Informed Lecture: Heat Smart Otsego
Clark Sports Center 124 Co Rd 52, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesModern, updated technologies such as ground source heat pumps, air source heat pumps, and pellet stoves and boilers can reduce heating and cooling costs, reduce emission of greenhouse gases, and…
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A Walk on the Flat Side–Riddell State Park
Riddell State Park NY 28 off I-88, Davenport, NY, United StatesJoin Otsego County Conservation Association board member Patricia Riddell Kent and Steve Kent, who donated the land for the state park, on this early evening walk around the northern portion…
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ORCA’s “Ride-On” for Complete Streets
Richfield Springs Central School 93 W Main St, Richfield Springs, NY, United StatesComplete Streets are for everyone. They are designed to enable safe access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders of all ages and abilities. Complete Streets make…
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Trees of Cooperstown
Pioneer Park, Cooperstown Main Street and Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesStreet trees provide far more than pretty scenery. Join OCCA Program Director, Jeff O’Handley on a pleasant stroll around Cooperstown and learn how we benefit from our trees. The walk…
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OCCA Highway Cleanup
Mohican Farm/OCCA offices 7207 St. Hwy. 80, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesHelp pick up litter along a two-mile section of NY State Route 80 in Springfield. Safety vests and helmets, gloves, bags will be provided. Meet at OCCA’s office at 7207…
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Otsego County Forest Walk
John W. Chase Memorial Forest Middlefield, Pearsall and Van Cleef Road, Middlefield, NY, United StatesDid you know Otsego County owns over 3,600 acres of forest property? Join Joe Sweeney, Forest Technician with the Otsego County Soil & Water Conservation District on a walk through…
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Trees-Guardians of the Susquehanna
Doubleday Field 1 Doubleday Court, Cooperstown, NY, United StatesOCCA Executive Director Leslie Orzetti leads this walk along Willow Brook from Doubleday Field to Otsego Lake in Cooperstown. The walk will talk about trees as a vital part of…
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