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SUMMARY:Brookwood Point Spring Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:We need your help with our annual spring cleaning of the gardens at Brookwood Point and getting the property ready for the busy 2019 summer season. \nThe cleanup will be held on Saturday\, May 4th from 1-4 pm. All are invited to join in the outdoor fun of this community service event. We welcome those who can spend just a few minutes helping to those who can stay the entire duration. No gardening experience is necessary – there will be tasks for everyone to complete\, from child to adult. Otsego Land Trust will provide tools\, guidance\, and refreshments. This event will be held rain or shine\, so please dress appropriately for the weather. \nBrookwood Point is located at 6000 State Highway 80\, Cooperstown\, NY 13326. \nPlease RSVP to Becky at 607-547-2366 ext. 108 or becky@otsegolandtrust.org – we want to ensure there are enough tools and snacks for all.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/brookwood-point-spring-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:Brookwood Point\, 6000 State Route 80\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego Land Trust":MAILTO:info@otsegolandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
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SUMMARY:I Love My Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Betty & Wilbur Davis State Park\, Glimmerglass State Park and Gilbert Lake State Park are holding events. \nAt Glimmerglass\, volunteers are needed to: \n\nClean up and plant flowers around our historic covered bridge. Please bring: Garden Gloves\nPick up debris that has been left on our shores and beach after the winter.\nClean up debris and plant flowers to prepare for the summer season at the Nature Center\nClean out our bioswales in the main parking lot. Please bring: Work gloves are needed and if you have small clippers\, they would be helpful.\nRegistration is REQUIRED. All volunteers should come to our Main Parking Lot to sign in and receive job assignments. All ages are welcome. Please bring gloves and sm\n\nall clippers. If you have any questions please call the park office at (607) 547-8662. \nAt Betty & Wilbur Davis State Park\, from 9am to noon volunteers can meet at Sunset Pavilion and help with trail clean up  planting trees and flowers in the park.\nPlease bring: Garden gloves\, rakes Questions? Call: 607-547-8662\nEmail: Ryann.Young@parks.ny.gov \n  \nAt Gilbert Lake State Park\, from 10 am to noon\, volunteers are asked to meet at the beach bathhouse and help with general clean up at the beach area and spreading wood chips. Please bring garden gloves and rakes. Painting and repairing jobs also needed. Questions? Call: 607-432-2114\nEmail: maureen.starrs@parks.ny.gov \n  \nPlease register for any one of these projects at: https://ptny.wufoo.com/forms/zlrdjul1s6zmvf/
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/i-love-my-park-day/
LOCATION:Glimmerglass State Park\, 1527 County Highway 31\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190430T180719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T180719Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Susquehanna Greenway Trail
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, May 4\, Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will lead a walk at the Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway (OSG) trail\, located on Silas Lane\, off Rte. 205 in Oneonta’s west end to view returning migrant birds. This will be an easy hike on level ground for about 2 hours\, starting at 8:00AM. Participants should meet at the parking lot by the soccer fields just past the transfer station. For more information\, contact: Charlie Scheim at 607-434-4880.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/bird-walk-at-susquehanna-greenway-trail/
LOCATION:Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway trail (Silas Lane)\, Silas Lane\, Oneonta\, NY\, 13820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190416T154740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T154740Z
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SUMMARY:Over the Top! Mud Lake Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join OCCA for this invigorating\, 4.5 mile hike to Mud Lake\, a unique sphagnum bog in Robert V. Riddell State Park\, led by Steve Kent. Along the way\, view deep woods and a thirty-foot waterfall\, and be entertained with tales of the Riddell family\, who owned the property for five generations. In 2005\, Steve and his wife\, Trish Riddell Kent\, donated the land to the state. Bring water\, a snack\, and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Portions of the trail are rugged and may be muddy or icy\, depending on weather. \nMeet at the parking area of the Pine Lake Environmental Campus of Hartwick College\, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road\, and carpool to the hike’s starting point on Gersoni Road. \nClick here to sign up or call Jeff O’Handley\, Program Director at 607.282.4087
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/over-the-top-mud-lake-hike/
LOCATION:Riddell State Park\, NY 28 off I-88\, Davenport\, NY\, 13750\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190417T183151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190423T130757Z
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SUMMARY:Film Night - "A Plastic Ocean" - Free
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate Earth Day with Otsego 2000 and the League of Women Voters with a free screening of the award winning film “A Plastic Ocean”. Over 8 million tons of plastic are dumped into the oceans EVERY YEAR! This film documents the deadly effects this is having on marine wildlife. \nThe film will be at 7:00 pm in the Ballroom of the Cooperstown Village Hall\, 22 Main Street\, Cooperstown. \nThere will be a discussion after the film. \n 
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/film-night-a-plastic-ocean-free/
LOCATION:Village Hall\, Cooperstown\, 22 Main Street\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego 2000":MAILTO:admin@otsego2000.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190408T164652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190408T164652Z
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join the Otsego Land Trust and Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for a Woodcock Walk at Parslow Road Conservation Area. DOAS Member and local environmental educator Chris DeCesare will lead the walk to observe the spring mating ritual of the woodcock.The walk will begin at 7:00 PM in the parking lot with a short introduction to the woodcock and its habits. Then\, participants will walk on the trail discussing the varied habitats on the property as they make their way to the best spot to observe the woodcocks. Please dress appropriately. Waterproof footwear and headlamp or flashlight are recommended. \nParslow Road Conservation Area is located at 127 Parslow Road\, Hartwick\, NY 13348. For additional details\, contact Chris DeCesare at 607-244-5496 or chris.decesare444@gmail.com. RSVP online at DOAS.us.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/woodcock-walk/
LOCATION:Parslow Road Conservation Area\, 127 Parslow Road\, Oaksville\, NY\, 13337\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego Land Trust":MAILTO:info@otsegolandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190416T195424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T195424Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Kids Out: Roughing It
DESCRIPTION:Join OCCA for a special kid-friendly program. Do you know what it takes to survive in the wilderness? We’ll cover the basic needs of human survival and learn how to build shelter\, find water\, and stay alive until help arrives. Dress for weather. Meet at 10am at Mohican Farm\, 7207 State Route 80\, Cooperstown.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/get-the-kids-out-roughing-it/
LOCATION:New York
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190228T194235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190228T194235Z
UID:1518-1555153200-1555167600@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Earth Festival - Saturday\, April 13th
DESCRIPTION:  \nEarth Festival is an environmentally focused\, interactive event featuring exhibits\, workshops\, vendors\, food and entertainment\, all with a fun\, earth-friendly twist. The first Earth Festival was held in 2006 as an event for the environmental community to work together to provide a showcase event to help keep Otsego County citizens informed about environmental activities that are taking place in our region and as an avenue for increased involvement. It continues to bring together a great mix of people – exhibitors\, vendors\, sponsors\, presenters\, entertainers and volunteers! \nMilford Central School\, 42 W. Main St.\, Milford\, NY 13807
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/earth-festival-saturday-april-13th/
LOCATION:New York
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190319T134854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T134854Z
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SUMMARY:Be Informed Lecture Series: Ticks & Lyme Disease
DESCRIPTION:Lyme disease is a serious public health threat spread by the bite of the black-legged (deer) tick\, (Ixodes scapularis). Dr. Carmen Greenwood\, Associate Professor at SUNY Cobleskill\, will discuss the biology and ecology of ticks. Following this\, Otsego County Communicable Disease Coordinator\, Theresa Oellrich\, RN\, will discuss the specifics of Lyme disease\, including its health impacts\, treatment and prevention\, and what to do if bitten by a tick. \nWith spring coming soon\, this is an important program for anyone who spends time outdoors. Lecture is sponsored by Otsego County Conservation Association and Mohican Farm. Free. Takes place at Elm Park United Methodist Church\, 401 Chestnut Street\, Oneonta.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/be-informed-lecture-series-ticks-lyme-disease/
LOCATION:Elm Park United Methodist Church\, 401 Chestnut Street\, Oneonta\, NY\, 13820\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190311T192526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T192857Z
UID:1526-1553106600-1553112000@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:The Eastern Bluebird
DESCRIPTION:Otsego Land Trust will be hosting John Rogers\, co-founder of the NYS Bluebird Society on Wednesday\, March 20th at 6:30 pm in the Community Room at the Clark Sports Center. Join him as he discusses the life history of the Eastern Bluebird. This presentation is for all who love and appreciate the great outdoors. Please RSVP to becky@otsegolandtrust.org.\n \n 
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/the-eastern-bluebird/
LOCATION:Clark Sports Center\, 124 Co Rd 52\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego Land Trust":MAILTO:info@otsegolandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190131T192338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T192402Z
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SUMMARY:Ticks and Lyme Disease: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Not an outdoor activity\, but something anyone who enjoys the outdoors should attend! Otsego County Conservation Association and Mohican Farm start off their 2019 Be Informed Lecture Series by repeating this popular talk from last year. \nLyme disease is a serious public health threat spread by the bite of the black-legged (deer) tick\, (Ixodes scapularis). Dr. Carmen Greenwood\, Associate Professor at SUNY Cobleskill\, will discuss the biology and ecology of ticks. Following this\, Otsego County Communicable Disease Coordinator\, Theresa Oellrich\, RN\, will discuss the specifics of Lyme disease\, including its health impacts\, treatment and prevention\, and what to do if bitten by a tick. This program will take place in the Embury room at the First United Methodist Church of Oneonta\, 66 Chestnut Street\, Oneonta. Park on Church Street or at the NBT bank lot on Wall Street. Visit OCCA for details or to sign up. Free.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/ticks-and-lyme-disease-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church of Oneonta\, 66 Chestnut Street\, Oneonta\, NY\, 13820\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190131T190609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T190609Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Kids Out: Winter Wandering
DESCRIPTION:Want to have some winter fun? Join OCCA at Robert V. Riddell State Park for a kid-friendly scavenger hunt looking for signs of life in the cold. Meet at 10am at the main parking lot of Robert V. Riddell State Park\, Route 28\, just north if I-88 Exit 17. Dress for the weather. Free. Sign up at OCCA.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/get-the-kids-out-winter-wandering/
LOCATION:Riddell State Park\, NY 28 off I-88\, Davenport\, NY\, 13750\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190211T213152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T213410Z
UID:1511-1550653200-1550674800@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Ice Fishing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:New York State parks will hold a free Ice Fishing Clinic from 9 am to 3 pm at Glimmerglass State Park. Anglers can expect to catch yellow perch and chain pickerel. Sunfish\, black crappier\, rock bass\, black bass\, walleye\, and lake trout are also present in Otsego Lake. https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7733.html
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/ice-fishing-clinic-at-glimmerglass/
LOCATION:New York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190218T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190131T181726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T185821Z
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SUMMARY:Presidents' Day Snowshoe Hike
DESCRIPTION:Forget the sales–celebrate our nation’s history with a walk in Robert V. Riddell State Park with Trish and Steve Kent! The Kents donated the land for the park in 2005 and will share some of the property’s interesting history on an invigorating snowshoe hike on the park’s northern–and more forgiving–side. Bring your own snowshoes\, water\, and dress for the weather. Meet at the Park’s main entrance on State Route 28\, just north of I-88 Exit 17. This walk is part of Otsego County Conservation Association’s nature walk series. Free\, though pre-registration is appreciated. Visit OCCA for details or to sign up.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/presidents-day-snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Riddell State Park\, NY 28 off I-88\, Davenport\, NY\, 13750\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190115T135051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T212923Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Fly Tying Class
DESCRIPTION:Because of the weather\, the fly tying class has been cancelled. The Otsego Land Trust may reschedule it.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/fly-tying-class/
LOCATION:Hartwick College Pine Lake Campus\, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road\, Oneonta\, NY\, 13820
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego Land Trust":MAILTO:info@otsegolandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190131T181144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T181144Z
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SUMMARY:Making Tracks and Finding Tracks--Snowshoe Walk
DESCRIPTION:Strap on the snowshoes and hit the trails at the Clark Sports Center. Look for signs of animal life in the snow-covered woods and enjoy some fresh air with Jeff O’Handley of OCCA and Jim Diliberto of the Clark Sports Center. Open to all ages and all skill levels. You must provide your own snowshoes. Meet in the main lobby at the Clark Sports Center\, 124 County Highway 52\, Cooperstown. This walk is organized as part of the Cooperstown Winter Carnival. Check the Cooperstown Winter Carnival web page for a full listing of events! Program is free\, but pre-registration is appreciated. Visit OCCA to sign up.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/making-tracks-and-finding-tracks-snowshoe-walk/
LOCATION:Clark Sports Center\, 124 Co Rd 52\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20190103T163802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T164230Z
UID:1474-1548500400-1548514800@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Cabin Fever Winter Fest
DESCRIPTION:Free event at Gilbert Lake State Park features snowshoeing\, hiking\, cross-country skiing\, sledding\, campfires\, kids’ activities\, winter camping demos\, and winter fun.   More info
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/cabin-fever-winter-fest/
LOCATION:Gilbert Lake State Park\, 18 CCC Rd\, Laurens\, NY\, 13796\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190101T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20181219T143239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181219T143239Z
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start out the new year at Betty and Wilber State Park. Meet at the Sunset Pavilion and then enjoy a lovely walk through the woods. Warm beverages and granola bars  served courtesy of the park. Fleece headbands will also be given away. More information\, call 607/547-8662
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/first-day-hike/
LOCATION:New York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180926T194829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181026T145334Z
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SUMMARY:Over the Top! Mud Lake--CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:***DUE TO IMPENDING POOR WEATHER\, THIS EVENT IS CANCELED*** \nSorry\, for the inconvenience. Unfortunately\, no alternate dates are available at this time. We’ll be doing a snowshoe walk in early 2019\, and a Mud Lake hike in spring\, 2019. \n  \nJoin OCCA and Steve Kent for an invigorating walk to Mud Lake in Robert V. Riddell State Park. This 3.5-hour\, 4.5-mile hike traverses woods rich in beauty\, including a 30-foot waterfall\, oak and hemlock groves\, and Mud Lake\, a sphagnum bog at the top of South Hill. Along the way\, Steve will share the history of the land that was donated by Steve and his wife\, Trish Riddell Kent\, in 2005. This is a one-way hike. Meet at noon at the Pine Lake Campus of Hartwick College on Charlotte Creek Road and carpool to the starting point on Gersoni Road. Wear appropriate clothing\, bring water and a light snack.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/over-the-top-mud-lake/
LOCATION:Riddell State Park\, NY 28 off I-88\, Davenport\, NY\, 13750\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180926T194607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T194607Z
UID:1341-1540029600-1540036800@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Meet Your State Forester
DESCRIPTION:New York State Forester Nathan Funk will lead an informative walk through Basswood Pond State Forest. He will talk about the forest’s history\, planned forestry actions\, and recreational opportunities at the forest. Program is free. Meet at the Basswood Pond State Forest parking area on Conservation Road\, Burlington Flats. Free
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/meet-your-state-forester/
LOCATION:Basswood Pond State Forest\, 500 Conservation Road\, Burlington\, NY\, 13315\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180926T194326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T194326Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Kids Out--Trees!
DESCRIPTION:Need something to do with the kids on Columbus Day? Join OCCA at Mohican Farm and explore the world of trees. We’ll search the property and learn how to tell different kinds from each other\, understand the role trees play in our world\, and have fun! Meet at OCCA’s office at Mohican Farm\, 7207 State Highway 80\, Cooperstown. Free. \n 
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/get-the-kids-out-trees/
LOCATION:Mohican Farm\, 7193 State Highway 80\, Springfield\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180926T194007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180926T194007Z
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SUMMARY:Trees-Guardians of the Susquehanna
DESCRIPTION:OCCA 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 the stream ecosystem\, their benefits\, and programs that help restore riparian buffer ecosystems. Other stops on the walk include Lakefront Park and ending at Council Rock. This walk is sponsored by the Village of Cooperstown through a New York State DEC Urban and Community Forestry grant. The Urban Forestry grants are funded through the state Environmental Protection Fund and are part of New York’s ongoing initiatives to address invasive species\, climate change and environmental justice. Meet in front of Doubleday Field in the Village of Cooperstown.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/trees-guardians-of-the-susquehanna/
LOCATION:Doubleday Field\, 1 Doubleday Court\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180910T151930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T151930Z
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SUMMARY:Otsego County Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Did 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 the John W. Chase Memorial Forest in Middlefield and learn about sustainable forest management\, best management practices\, forest pests\, invasive species\, and multi-use land management. Meet at the intersection of Middlefield\, Van Cleef\, and Pearsall Roads in the town of Middlefield.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/otsego-county-forest-walk/
LOCATION:John W. Chase Memorial Forest\, Middlefield\, Pearsall and Van Cleef Road\, Middlefield\, NY\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180910T151336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T151336Z
UID:1326-1537603200-1537614000@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:OCCA Highway Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Help 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 State Route 80\, Springfield.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/occa-highway-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:Mohican Farm/OCCA offices\, 7207 St. Hwy. 80\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180910T151059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T151059Z
UID:1321-1537464600-1537470000@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Trees of Cooperstown
DESCRIPTION:Street 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 also includes some basics of tree anatomy and identification\, and will highlight how the Village is looking to protect this important resource. This walk is sponsored by the Village of Cooperstown through a New York State DEC Urban and Community Forestry grant. The Urban Forestry Grants are funded through the state Environmental Protection Fund and are part of New York’s ongoing initiatives to address invasive species\, climate change and environmental justicee. Meet at Pioneer Park\, corner of Pioneer and Main Street\, Cooperstown.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/trees-of-cooperstown/
LOCATION:Pioneer Park\, Cooperstown\, Main Street and Pioneer Street\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:02010703T134515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T142911Z
UID:1009-1536480000-1536512400@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:ORCA's "Ride-On" for Complete Streets
DESCRIPTION:Complete 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 it easy to cross the street\, walk to shops\, and bicycle to work. \nThe Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates (ORCA) would like you to join them on Sunday\, September 9\, 2018 when cyclists  of all ages and abilities will take part in a multi-distance bicycle ride starting at Richfield Springs Central School.  Riders embark on their choice of a 62\, 32\, 13\, or 3 mile ride. It’s our way of promoting the community’s effort to reduce our carbon footprint\, and promote healthy lifestyles. \nCheck in starts at 8:00 am. \n62 mile ride – $30 per person – Start at 9:00 AM\n32 mile ride – $30 per person – Start at 10:00 AM\n13 mile ride – $30 per person – Start at 11:00 AM\n3 mile “Family” ride – Free – Start at 12:00 PM\n(Click on each ride name to view a map of the route.) \nClick here to register for a full ride\, or click here to register for the free Family Ride. \nAll registration fees are non-refundable. The event will be held rain or shine. All riders must wear a helmet and obey all traffic rules. The roads will not be closed to traffic.    All children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Children 13-17 must have a parent or guardian sign the release form before they can ride. \n*In case of a weather cancellation due to thunder or lightning\, check the Otsego Outdoors Facebook page for updates* \nTo become a sponsor\, email marckingsley62@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/rideon-for-complete-streets/
LOCATION:Richfield Springs Central School\, 93 W Main St\, Richfield Springs\, NY\, 13439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180823T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180731T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T203826Z
UID:1296-1535049000-1535054400@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:A Walk on the Flat Side--Riddell State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 of Robert V. Riddell State Park. Visit historic structures\, walk through fields\, forests\, and along Schenevus Creek\, and learn about the interesting history of the land on this 1.5-mile\, mostly flat walk. Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Park’s main entrance on State Route 28\, just north of I-88 Exit 17. Free\, though pre-registration is appreciated. Sign up at OCCA’s website.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/a-walk-on-the-flat-side-riddell-state-park/
LOCATION:Riddell State Park\, NY 28 off I-88\, Davenport\, NY\, 13750\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180822T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180731T205808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T205808Z
UID:1298-1534962600-1534968000@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:OCCA Be Informed Lecture: Heat Smart Otsego
DESCRIPTION:Modern\, 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 can reduce the release of dangerous volatile organic compounds and particulate matter. This program will introduce you to the technologies available\, the environmental and economic benefits of those technologies\, and provide you with the roadmap for finding the right technology and incentive program for making your home more comfortable and efficient. Bennett Sandler\, Campaign Director for Heat Smart Otsego\, and a former founding partner of Equity Energy leads the program. Free. To register\, visit OCCA’s website. \n 
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/occa-be-informed-lecture-heat-smart-otsego/
LOCATION:Clark Sports Center\, 124 Co Rd 52\, Cooperstown\, NY\, 13326\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180724T133854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T152247Z
UID:1292-1533387600-1533398400@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Paddle and Pull - Goodyear Lake
DESCRIPTION:Help 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\,” the northernmost portion of Goodyear Lake in pursuit of water chestnut\, an aquatic invasive plant. You may reserve a space in an OCCA canoe by using the registration form at OCCA’s website\, or can bring your own canoe or kayak. Meet at 1pm at the New York State Fishing Access Site on State Route 28 in Portlandville (approximately .15 miles south of Route 35A). Wear clothes that can get wet/muddy\, a hat\, and bring sunscreen and water.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/paddle-and-pull-goodyear-lake-2/
LOCATION:Goodyear Lake\, State Route 28\, Portlandville\, NY\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Otsego County Conservation Association":MAILTO:coordinator@occainfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T173105
CREATED:20180606T204215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T204215Z
UID:1241-1532167200-1532174400@otsegooutdoors.org
SUMMARY:Amazing Insects All Around Us
DESCRIPTION: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 learn about many of the late summer insects that reside in Otsego County. Insects are fascinating creatures: some are vital to the foods we eat and flowers we love. Others are important food sources for other animals\, or we are important food sources for them. Dr. Heilveil will talk about distinguishing characteristics\, where to find the species\, and some of the astounding life histories of local insects. Suitable for all ages. Program is free\, pre-registration preferred at OCCA’s website.
URL:https://otsegooutdoors.org/event/amazing-insects-all-around-us/
LOCATION:New York
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