Join OCCA for a morning of pulling invasive water chestnuts from Goodyear Lake! Meet at the New York State Fishing Access Site at Portlandville. Bring your own watercraft, or reserve a space in an OCCA canoe. If you’ve never seen water chestnut, don’t worry—we’ll show you what to look for and how to remove it.…
Embrace the opportunity to connect with nature with OCCA on a journey around the Parslow Road Conservation area on Friday, August 23. Take the time to unwind and discover the natural surroundings. Our focus will be on recognizing local flora and fauna as we explore the various habitats. Free. Please sign up in advance at…
The Rothenberger Road to Recovery Run is in memory of Lucas Rothenberger, for those who have lost a loved one to substance use disorder, and to provide knowledge and education on the reality of recovery. This run encompasses prevention, treatment, and recovery through a collaboration of FOR-DO, the Rothensbergers, and the community. There will be…
The Butternut Valley Gravel Grinder offers a scenic tough loop of 45 miles or a short flatter route of 10 miles. Register today to ride with World Champion Alessandro Ballan and get a chance to win a customer Rock Lobster frame. Presented by CNYC, Butternut Brewery and the Butternut Valley Alliance.
OWL is teaming up with the Oneonta High School Cross Country Team to present a Kids Fun Run at the Dave "Flash" Forbes Cross Country Invitational in Fortin Park. Come for the Fun Run and stick around to cheer on our amazing OHS athletes! 100m race: Open to children age 3 - second grade400m race:…
Join OCCA and CRISP to learn how to ID common aquatic and riparian invasive plants and how they threaten the Susquehanna Watershed while enjoying an easy paddle down the river. We’ll start at the Crumhorn Fishing Access Site in Maryland, NY, and end at the Portlandville Fishing Access site. This is a calm stretch of…
Join OCCA and SUNY Oneonta Professor of Geology, Les Hasbargen to explore the rocks, caves, waterfalls and fossilized plants along Otsquago Creek by the Owen D. Young Nature Trail and examine the interesting interactions between the rocks and waters of the gorge. The Robert Woodruff Learning Center is located on the north side of the…
Exciting news for nature enthusiasts and culinary adventurers! OCCA’s popular mushroom walks are making a comeback, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of fungi. Join us for an enlightening expedition led by local forager, Shane Gardner, as we explore the lush forests just outside of Cooperstown. During this immersive two-hour session,…
Vroman’s Nose is a short drive from Oneonta and a quick, relatively steep hike with an amazing view as a payoff. We will hike up and have iced tea on the slab, then take it easy on the way down. If you need a ride we will help coordinate!  Location: Vroman's Nose Hiking Trail, 264…
Join the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club for a Tuesday morning hike at Star Field in Cooperstown. Hikes are free and open to the public. For more information, please go to https://susqadk.org/outing-schedule/ Meet at 9:45 for announcements and sign-in. Hike starts at 10 and ends around noon. Hike leader Sarah Patterson 607-267-7427.