Hiking Gear Hacks At Pine Lake
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hartwick College Pine Lake Campus, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta, NY, 13820
Learn pro tips for packing, gear maintenance, and clever trail hacks to make your next hike easier. No fee, RSVP required due to limited space. Sign up for this and other Pine Lake events at https://www.hartwick.edu/campus-life/pine-lake-environmental-campus/events-workshops/

ADK Hike to Mud Lake
2026-05-02 | Robert V. Riddell State Park, NY-28, just north of I-88 Exit 17, Davenport, New York, 13750
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 and bring equipment based upon the weather and hike conditions.
Free and open to all

Birding with Becky
2026-05-02 07:00 - 09:00 | Mohican Farm, 7193 State Highway 80, Springfield, NY, 13326, United States
Join OCCA for a fun bird walk!
With a mix of fields, woods, gardens, and lakeshore, Mohican Farm is an excellent place for birding. Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Co-President, Becky Gretton leads this early morning walk at Mohican Farm in search of the early birds. This walk is suitable for beginners and experts alike. Bring binoculars, a bird guide, and be prepared for any weather (and plan for walking in wet grass). The program is free, but pre-registration is required at occainfo.org. Attendance is limited to 20.

I Love My Park Day: Gilbert Lake State Park
2026-05-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Gilbert Lake State Park, 18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY, 13796, United States
Help get Gilbert Lake State Park ready for another wonderful season!
Volunteers needed to weed, mulch, rake, pick up debris, paint, clean up trails, plant, mulch the playground, and to help rehab picnic tables.
Family friendly jobs include playground mulching and stick pick up
Sign up at Parks and Trails NY

I Love My Park Day: Glimmerglass State Park
2026-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
I Love My Park Day is an annual event that brings together thousands of volunteers to enhance and celebrate New York’s amazing parkland.
Volunteers needed at Glimmerglass State Park to help beautify the park, plant flowers, maintain trails, remove litter and debris, and mulch playgrounds.
What should volunteers bring?
Work boots, work gloves, rain jackets, clothing appropriate for the weather, leaf rakes, water, no sandles
Family Friendly Projects
Planting flowers, picking up litter, playground mulch.
Additional Information
All ages are welcome
Please sign up in advance

Hike with ADK on the Susquehanna Greenway
2026-05-05 09:45 - 12:00 | Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway trail (Silas Lane), Silas Lane, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
The Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads weekly hikes on Tuesdays. Meet at 9:45, hike begins at 10. The hikes are free and open to all.
Questions? Contact ADK:
607.431.8010
adksusq+contacts@gmail.com
More info on the ADK website:
https://susqadk.org/outing-schedule/
Better yet, JOIN the chapter and get all the details emailed to you weekly!
https://susqadk.org/join/

Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway Bird Walk
2026-05-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway trail (Silas Lane), Silas Lane, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
Join the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for a walk to view returning migrant birds on the Susquehanna Greenway Trail. Charlie Scheim and Sandy Bright will lead the walk. This is an easy hike on unpaved but level ground which may be slightly muddy. No restrooms are available. There are a few benches along the way.
Participants will meet at 8 a.m. in the parking lot by the fields near the school district bus garage, just past the transfer station for a two-hour walk to view returning migrant birds on the Greenway trail, located on Silas Lane, off Rte. 205 in Oneonta.
After the bird walk, head over to the Earth Festival at SUNY Oneonta, Chase Auditorium, for a day of learning, inspiration, and hands-on activities.

Earth Festival
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 | SUNY Oneonta, Chase Auditorium, 88 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY
An annual celebration of sustainability, community, and environmental stewardship that brings together families, students, local organizations, makers, and environmental partners for a full day of learning, inspiration, and hands-on activities.

DOAS Bird Walk at Pine Lake
2026-05-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Hartwick College Pine Lake Campus, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta, NY, 13820
Join the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society (DOAS) on Tuesday, May 19 from 8:00-10:00am at Hartwick College’s Pine Lake Environmental campus in Davenport Center. Suzanne Gaynor and Jane Bachman will lead the walk. We can expect warblers, ducks, other songbirds, and possible Bald Eagles who nest nearby.
Meet at 8am in the Pine Lake parking lot at 1894 Charlotte Creek Rd, Oneonta, NY.
This will be a 1 1/2-mile walk past a variety of habitats including Pine Lake, Charlotte Creek, woods, a swamp, and open field. There is one moderate climb and much of the walking is on uneven woodland trails. Sturdy footwear is recommended. A restroom is available at the start and end of the walk.
Contact Suzanne Gaynor at 607-435-2939 for more information. No pre-registration required.

General Clinton Canoe Regatta
2026-05-24 | Susquehanna River
70 mile race from Brookwood Point on Otsego Lake in Cooperstown down the Susquehanna River to Bainbridge. It’s the world’s longest single day flat water canoe race. There canoe races for young and old, newbies to pros. More information on all events available at canoeregatta.org

Hike with ADK at Pine Lake
2026-05-26 09:45 - 12:00 | Hartwick College Pine Lake Campus, 1894 Charlotte Creek Road, Oneonta, NY, 13820

Forest Walk: Inside a Forester's Toolkit
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 | SUNY Biological Field Station at Thayer Farm, 7027 State Hwy 80, Springfield, NY, United States
Join OCCA for a unique, hands-on introduction to forest management at Thayer Farm. Led by professional consulting forester Kellen Murphy, this program offers a behind-the-scenes look at how foresters read the landscape and make decisions that shape the health and future of our forests.
We’ll begin with a brief indoor overview (optional, weather dependent), where Kellen will introduce the fundamentals of forest management planning—what landowners consider, how goals are defined, and the tools foresters use to assess forest conditions. Then we’ll head outside for a guided walk through the woods, where participants will see these concepts in action.
Along the way, we’ll explore how to evaluate tree health and species composition, identify signs of past management or natural disturbance, and discuss strategies for balancing ecological health, wildlife habitat, and long-term sustainability. Whether you’re a landowner, outdoor enthusiast, or simply curious about the woods around you, this program will offer practical insights into how forests are cared for over time.
Kellen Murphy brings over a decade of experience managing private timberlands across New York and has developed forest management plans for more than 10,000 acres .
Please wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for uneven terrain.
Sign up at occainfo.org

Race the Lake Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K
2026-06-06 | Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
The 26.2 race will begin at 7:00am, starting and ending at Glimmerglass State Park. The 13.1 race will begin at 8:00am, starting on State Highway 80, near the Fenimore Art Museum. The 10K and 5k race will begin at 9:00am in Glimmerglass State Park. All races finish together in Glimmerglass State Park.
Race the Lake is proud to support America’s VetDogs to raise funds and awareness to support our veterans and first-responders. Their mission is “to help those who have served our country honorably live with dignity and independence.” As of 2024 we have raised $17,000 to help offset costs associated with the America’s VetDogs program.
Race Cost:
26.2 Runner: Non-refundable entry fee is $65 per person if received on or before June 4, or $80 per person if received after June 4.
13.1 Runner: Non-refundable entry fee is $55 per person if received on or before June 4, or $70 per person if received after June 4.
10k Runner: Non-refundable entry fee is $25 per person if received on or before June 4, or $30 per person if received after June 4.
5k Runner: Non-refundable entry fee is $25 per person if received on or before June 4, or $30 per person if received after June 4.
Race Shirt: Entrants who pre-register by May 5 will receive a commemorative tech shirt. Entrants registering on the day of the race will receive a tech shirt if available.
Runners can register online, at the Clark Sports Center or download the entry form and mail it to The Clark Sports Center, Attn: Doug McCoy, P.O. Box 850, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
All runners must have a Clark Sports Center waiver form on file. Children 18 and under must have this waiver signed by a parent. Waivers will be available on at the race or can be downloaded from the CSC website.
Event Schedule:
Friday, June 5
3:00-7:00pm • Packet Pickup (Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K) at Brewery Ommegang
Saturday, June 6
5:30–6:30am • Marathon Runners: Day of registration and bag pick-up at Glimmerglass State Park.
6:30–7:30am • Half-Marathon Runners: Day of registration and bag pick up at the Half-Marathon start (5838 State Hwy 80 Cooperstown, NY 13326).
7:30–8:30am • Bag pickup for 5k and 10k runners up at Glimmerglass State Park.
7:00am • Marathon start
8:00am • Half-marathon start
9:00am • 5k & 10k start
Race Finish • A post race lunch is included for all racers and other choices available for sale.
Shuttles
Vans will transport Half-Marathon racers after the race from Glimmerglass State Park to the start area of the Half-Marathon, where Half-Marathon racers will park their vehicles.

Hike with ADK to Star Field
2026-06-09 09:45 - 12:00 | Star Field, Chicken Farm Hill Road, Cooperstown, New York

On the Trail of Art
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-14 | General Jacob Morris State Forest, Dimmock Hollow Road, Morris, NY, 13326, United States
The Butternut Valley Alliance presents On the Trail of Art, a free arts festival in General Jacob Morris State Forest, featuring works by professional artists and local schoolchildren.
This weekend-long celebration of art, nature, and community features a forest trail lined with work by student artists from Edmeston, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton, Morris and Laurens Central Schools, alongside local artists with deep ties to the Butternut Valley.
This year’s festival will be bigger and more dynamic than ever, with strolling musicians, poetry, and several three-piece bands performing throughout the weekend. In recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, select events and installations will reflect on this milestone. Art demonstrations will return, along with the ever-popular crystal ball treasure hunt.
Join us at an opening reception on Friday, June 12, from 6-8 pm at Dunderberg Gallery in Gilbertsville.
Admission is free, but they ask you to register for a time slot so visitors can be staggered.
For more information, email BVA
Directions
From Morris: Route 23 west, go 3 miles to Dimmock Hollow Road. Turn left, go 3/4 miles to Creighton Road. Turn right, go 1 mile to George Wells Road. Turn left, go 3/4 mile to Pittsley Road. Turn right. Park along roadside.
From Gilbertsville village center: Route 51 north, go 2 miles to Nichols Road. Turn left, go 3 miles to Pittsley Road. Turn left, go 1 mile to trail entrance. Park along roadside.

Wade and Pull
2026-06-13 09:30 - 13:30 | Mohican Farm/OCCA offices, 7207 St. Hwy. 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Join OCCA and our partners, the Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership (CRISP) and Capital Region Partnership for Invasive Species Management (CR-PRISM) and protect the very headwaters of the Susquehanna River from invasive species by pulling water chestnut and European frog-bit in Weaver Lake. Bring a canoe or kayak, or, if you really like to get into your work, a pair of waders! Meet at OCCA’s office and we will carpool to the site. Please register (it’s free) at occainfo.org. Use the ‘Additional message’ box if you need space in a canoe

Canoe & Kayak Community Paddle
2026-06-14 10:30 - 15:00 | Canoe and Kayak Rentals and Sales, 2828 Route 28, Portlandville, New York, 13834
Canoe & Kayak Rentals and Sales (CKRS) is hosting a community paddle. Join OCCA, CKRS staff, and Bill Swift (Swift Canoe and Kayak) and world class canoeist, Terry Kent for a fun, relaxed paddle along the scenic stretch of the Susquehanna River from Milford to Portlandville. Bring lunch, water and clothing to be out on the water for approximately 3 hours. We will meet at the CKRS shop on NY 28 in Portlandville and shuttle to our launch site in Milford. You may rent equipment at CKRS. If you wish to try out a Swift canoe or kayak, email Bill Swift with your request. RSVP to Brent Baysinger at Canoe & Kayak Rentals and Sales, or call 607-286-7349. Proceeds will benefit OCCA.

Cherry Valley 5K Color Run & Walk
2026-06-21 08:30 - 11:00 | Cherry Valley Community Center, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley, New York
On Sunday June 21- Fathers Day, The Cherry Valley Outdoor Games is hosting The Diamond Dash “Run the Bases” to help support the Cherry Valley Youth Baseball/Softball/T-Ball program. This race is being supported by the Route 20 Road Runners Challenge! This will be a 5K Color Run/Walk! Come for the run and stay for the action of the Outdoor Games!!
The race starts at Alden Field, behind the Old School/Cherry Valley Community Center.

Sign up at itsyourrace.com

Father's Day Fishing Clinic
2026-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Neahwa Park, Bertus Lauren Drive, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
Free fishing day for kids and their parents hosted by the Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Children 16 and under must be supervised. Bait provided by Sportsman Adventures.

Adult Learn to Row Class
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-24, 2026-06-29 - 2026-07-01 | Brookwood Point, 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
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 required for each session.
No refunds after a session is scheduled with the Coach.

Typical Curriculum:

Boat handling and water safety
Basic rowing stroke on an ergometer (indoor rower)
Coached on-water rows in stable singles or doubles (with pontoons if needed)
As you progress: rowing in team boats or solo in a racing single.

We emphasize:

Safety: (stopping the boat, handling wind/weather)
Comfort and enjoyment on the water.

Hike with ADK at Gilbert Lake State Park
2026-06-23 09:45 - 12:00 | Gilbert Lake State Park, 18 CCC Rd, Laurens, NY, 13796, United States
Hike with the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. Hikes last about two hours. For more information, email adksusq+contacts@gmail.com or call 607/431-8010. ADK hikes are free and open to the public.

Free Fishing Days
2026-06-27 - 2026-06-28 | NY
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 fishing for the first time, to get back into the sport, or to take a friend or the whole family along to fish! Even though a license is not needed, all other fishing regulations apply.
Did you know? Some libraries let you borrow fishing rods with a library card! Also, check out the Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited for great fishing advice and programming.

Susquehanna River Clean-up
2026-06-27 08:00 - 13:00 | Compton Bridge Conservation Area, 184 County Highway 11C, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Join us for the 9th Annual Susquehanna River Cleanup! Each year, volunteers remove hundreds of pounds of debris from the river, improving water quality and habitat. This year, we will be working in the area around Compton Bridge (County Road 11C) and need volunteers in, on, and around the water. Tasks include wading in or kayaking on the river to remove trash and to support other volunteers; working on shore to unload debris from rafts and kayaks; setting up refreshments for volunteers and photographing the event. Can’t make it on the day of the event itself? No problem! We’ll also need volunteers to help spread the word, scout the river in advance, and help with equipment repair and movement. For more information or to sign up, visit this document.
The Cooperstown River Cleanup is a partnership of OCCA, the Lions Club of Cooperstown, Cooperstown Rotary, SUNY Oneonta Biological Field Station Dive Team, and Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited

Summer Mushroom Walk with Shane Gardner
2026-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Vibbard Road, Cooperstown, NY, Vibbard Road, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Join OCCA and local mushroom enthusiast Shane Gardner for our first mushroom walk of the season. This guided exploration will take participants through a mixed hardwood forest on Vibbard Road in Cooperstown, offering a chance to discover the fascinating world of wild fungi in their natural habitat.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced mushroom hunter, Shane aims to broaden your understanding of mushrooms by sharing knowledge of local species, their ecological roles, and the characteristics used to identify them. Along the way, participants will learn about edible and medicinal mushrooms, common lookalikes, and the habitats where different fungi thrive.
This is a true woodland walk through uneven terrain and off-trail forest, providing an authentic opportunity to observe mushrooms where they naturally occur. Nature lovers, foragers, photographers, and anyone interested in learning more about the hidden world beneath the forest canopy are encouraged to attend.
Meeting Location:
Vibbard Road, Cooperstown (at the highest point on the road)
What to Bring:

Long pants and sturdy footwear

Clothing appropriate for the weather

Shoes you don’t mind getting muddy

Participants should be prepared for a walk through the woods without established trails. Terrain may be uneven, and conditions may be wet depending on recent weather.
Sign up with OCCA

Hike/Paddle at Goodyear Lake with ADK
2026-06-30 09:45 - 12:00 | Goodyear Lake Waterway Access, Silliman Cove Road, Maryland, New York

Hike with ADK at Emmons Pond Bog
2026-07-07 09:45 - 12:00 | Emmons Pond Bog Preserve, 2028 White Hill Road, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hike starts at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome.
See susqadk.org for details. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes once a month April through October. The Saturday hikes require advance registration.

Goodyear Swamp Sanctuary Botanical Survey
2026-07-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Goodyear Swamp Sanctuary on Otsego Lake, 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY
Join the Leatherstocking Botanical Society and Dr. Donna Vogler in conducting a survey of plants at the Goodyear Swamp Sanctuary located behind the Glimmerglass Festival, at the northwest end of Otsego Lake. The Sanctuary is a 5-acre wetland managed by the SUNY Oneonta Biological Field Station, and the trails and boardwalk have been recently reopened to the public.

Bring water, bug spray, sunscreen, and lunch or snacks. Meet at the large parking lot across the street from the Opera on State Route 80. Contact information for this outing: ctedesco1026@gmail.com

Hike with ADK at Whaupaunaucau State Forest
2026-07-14 09:45 - 12:00 | NY
Every Tuesday, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads a guided hike. Meet at 9:45 am, hike starts at 10 am and usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All welcome.
See susqadk.org for details. The club also has monthly meetings in Oneonta, and offers longer Saturday Hikes once a month April through October. The Saturday hikes require advance registration.

ADK Susquehanna Chapter 2026 summer outing schedule

Questions? Contact us:607-431-8010, adksusq+contacts@gmail.com

Dates

Leaders
Destinations

July
7
Robert and Tom A.
Emmons Bog

14
Jenny G.
Whaupaunaucau State Forest

21
Jim I
Table Rock Trails, Harwick College

28
Sarah P.
New Island, Oneonta

Aug.
4
Laura H.
College Camp, SUNY Oneonta

11
Betsy C.
Vroman’s Nose

18
TomA.
Glimmerglass State Park Hike

/Barb L.
Glimmerglass State Park Paddle

25
Tracy V.
Civil War cave, Lower Reservoir Rd, Oneonta

Sept.
1
Jendy M.
Homer Folks

8
Don T.
Palmer Hill, Andes

15
Linda P.
Texas School State Forest

22
Tam R.
Parslow Road Conservation Area, Hartwick

29
Diane A.
Mt. Utsayantha, Stamford

Astronomy Hike at Glimmerglass State Park
2026-07-14 21:00 - 23:00 | Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Learn about plants, constellations and space phenomena while taking a night time hike on the Sleeping Lion Trail.
Call 607/547-8662 or view the Park’s Facebook page for more information.
Rain Date is July 15
