Otsego Outdoors

ADK Group Hike by Goodyear Lake
2019-07-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | New York
All welcome! The Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club leads weekly hikes. The hike on Tues., July 30th will be at Goodyear Lake, led by Linda Pearce. Two options: A 3-mile hike with some moderate inclines, or a shorter, easier walk led by Bev Hensle on the lake roads. Bring your lunch and we will eat in our backyard when we return. Ice cream and cold drinks will be provided. Protect yourself from ticks. Meet at the Pearce house at 10:00 am, or carpool from the Oneonta Price Chopper, leaving at 9:40 am. If the usual meeting area is still unavailable due to paving, go to the far Price Chopper end of the lot and toward Rt. 7.
Directions:

From Oneonta: Rt. 7 east to Cooperstown Jct., sharp left turn at Austin’s Auction Barn onto Ct. Hwy. 35, proceed 1.2 mi. to Sunnikrest Rd. on left.
From Cooperstown: Rt. 28 south to Portlandville, turn left onto Ct. Hwy. 35A and bear right past Wightman’s Lumber and continue approx. 2 mi. to Sunnikrest Rd. on right. On Sunnikrest, cross RR tracks and we’re the first house on the left.

Any questions – call Linda at (607) 432-8969.

Brookwood Point Summer Tours
2019-07-25 17:30 - 18:00 | Brookwood Point, 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
History Tour – tours last a half hour to 45 minutes.
Complete schedule of tours

Group Gravel Ride with Woodland Cycles (Easy)
2019-07-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Woodland Cycles, 24 South Main Street, Milford, NY, 13807, United States
Check out some of the best gravel and B-roads Otsego County has to offer. Hang out at the shop after for free refreshments and great company! All rides leave Woodland Cycles at 6 pm. Ride at your own pace. For people who are new to gravel riding or want to take it easy, learn new routes, and enjoy the scenery and the company. There will still be a good amount of climbing but climb at your own pace. This is a no-drop ride. Refreshments after the ride. The ride is approximately 1-1.5 hours. Rides are offered every Wednesday at 6 pm through August 28, and alternate between easy and expert level.

ADK hike at Fetterley Forest with botanist
2019-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Fetterley Forest, 302 Roses Hill Road, Richfield, NY, 13439
The Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club hike on Tuesday, July 23rd will be at Fetterley Forest, an Otsego Land Trust property, located on the east side of Canadarago Lake south of Richfield Springs. We will be joined by Connie Tedesco, a botanist, who will be identifying, hopefully, 10 species of ferns as well as wildflowers in bloom.
The walk in the Forest is just over 1 mile and slightly hilly. Starting from the corner of Walnut Grove Hill Rd. and Rose’s Hill Rd. (uphill) will make it about a 2 mi. walk. If carpooling from Oneonta, meet at the Oneonta Price Chopper at 8:45 am to sign in, leaving at 9:00. The hike will start at 10:00. Bring bug spray, water, hat and poles, if desired.
Directions: The Forest location is 302 Rose’s Hill Rd., Richfield Springs, NY. From Oneonta – Rt. 28 N toward Cooperstown. Just past the Ford dealership near Cooperstown, take a left onto Co. Hwy. 26 to Fly Creek, turning left at the light puts you back onto Rt. 28. Continue to Schuyler Lake, turn right at the light onto Co. Hwy. 22, proceed 3.8 mi., turn right on Walnut Grove Hill Rd. (dirt road) and go .9 mi. to corner of Rose’s Hill Rd. where we will park. Parking is also available at the Fetterley Forest site if you don’t want to walk the road. Questions – call Ruth Schaeffer at 988-7036 or e-mail rwschaeffer88@yahoo.com

Learn to Swim at Glimmerglass
2019-07-22 11:15 - 12:00 | Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Glimmerglass State Park will be hosting a week long learn-to-swim program. There will be a morning session from 11:15 am to 12 pm and an evening session from 5:30 pm-6:15 pm. Please call the park office to sign up or for more information at (607)547-8662. The lessons are free and open to all.

Otsquago Creek: Geology in Action--POSTPONED!
2019-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Robert Woodruff Learning Center, NY-80, Jordanville, NY, 13361, United States
Due to instructor illness, this program is postponed until Sunday, August 11, time to be determined. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Group Gravel Ride (expert)
2019-07-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Woodland Cycles, 24 South Main Street, Milford, NY, 13807, United States
Check out some of the best gravel and B-roads Otsego County has to offer. Faster pace gravel ride for people who have ridden gravel before. More elevation gain, but regroup at the top of climbs. More technical descending. This is still not a “hammer-fest,” but for experienced riders who want a faster paced ride. Expert gravel is a no-drop ride. Refreshments after the ride. The ride is approximately 1-1.5 hours. Hang out at the shop after for free refreshments and great company! Group rides are offered weekly on Wednesdays through August 28, and alternate between easy and expert rides.

Brookwood Point Summer Tours
2019-07-16 17:30 - 18:00 | Brookwood Point, 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Otsego Land Trust is hosting a series of tours at Brookwood Point.
The Garden Tours will be led by OLT volunteer Patricia Thorpe, who knows horticulture like the back of her hand. She will discuss how the garden has evolved over time and identify a myriad of flowering plants that call Brookwood home. The dates of the garden tours are Tuesday, July 16th; Wednesday, August 14th; and Tuesday, September 17th. The July and August tours begin at 5:30 pm and last about 45 minutes. The September your will begin at 4:30 and also last about 45 minutes.
To RSVP for these events, email Becky or call 607.547.2366 x108

Learn to Row Day
2019-07-13 12:30 - 14:30 | Brookwood Point, 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Learn-to-Row Day is a great way to try rowing and experience the fun!

Learn the parts of a rowing shell
Try the land rowing machines and learn basic rowing techniques
Row on Otsego Lake guided by experienced rowers and coaches
Get information about our Learn-to-Row mentoring program for adults and other rowing programs

We recommend you wear comfortable clothing that can get wet (including something on your feet).
Free.
Where do I park? The Otsego Land Trust/Brookwood Gardens have made a special request that people park only in the grass area along the road and only to drive beyond the teahouse to unload vehicle.

Chop and Cheese
2019-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Mohican Farm/OCCA offices, 7207 St. Hwy. 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Japanese knotweed is one of the most difficult to control invasive species in Otsego County. Join us at Mohican Farm for an evening of chopping (and maybe digging) down a stand of Japanese knotweed; then enjoy light refreshments in the garden overlooking Otsego Lake.
Participants should dress to get dirty and should bring work gloves, pruners and their preferred beverage!
Sign up here or cal 607.282.4087 or email Jeff O’Handley at programdirector@occainfo.org

Group Gravel Ride with Woodland Cycles (Easy)
2019-07-10 18:00 - 19:30 | New York
Check out some of the best gravel and B-roads Otsego County has to offer. Hang out at the shop after for free refreshments and great company! All rides leave Woodland Cycles at 6:00 pm. Ride at your own pace. For people who are new to gravel riding or want to take it easy, learn new routes, and enjoy the scenery and the company. There will still be a good amount of climbing but climb at your own pace. This is a no-drop ride. Refreshments after the ride. The ride is approximately 1-1.5 hours. Rides are offered every Wednesday through August 28, and alternate between easy and expert level.

Group Hike with ADK
2019-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | New York
Join the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club for a 2 1/2 mile hike on Pam Lea’s “back 80.” Walk through hay fields, adjacent swamp, woodland and seasonal roads with views of the Fly Creek valley and Canadarago Lake. Car poolers should meet at the Price Chopper in Oneonta at 9:15 for the hike at 10:00. Take State Rt. 28 north through Cooperstowm and Fly Creek to Schuyler Lake. Turn left at the post office, go 1/4 mile then right onto Co. Hwy. 23. Go one more mile – brown house on the right and horse barn on the left. The address for GPS is: 1441 Co. Hwy. 23, Richfield Springs, N.Y. 13439.
Any questions call Pam Lea, 315-274-2664. Jerry’s Place is good for lunch on the way home. The Susquehanna Chapter leads free outings on Tuesdays see website for schedule

Paddle and Pull - Goodyear Lake
2019-07-07 13:00 - 16:00 | New York
Enjoy a pleasant day on Goodyear Lake and help combat invasive species at the same time! Water chestnut (Trapa natans), a highly invasive aquatic plant, once covered multiple acres of Goodyear Lake’s “Stump Lot”. A concerted effort by OCCA, the Goodyear Lake Association and scores of volunteers over the years has reduced the water chestnut population significantly, but pulling is still needed to keep it in check.
Bring your own canoe/kayak, or reserve space in one of ours (free, but pre-registration is required).
Meet at the New York State Fishing Access Site in Portlandville, State Route 28, Portlandville. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat.
This event is part of New York’s Invasive Species Awareness Week.

Group Gravel Ride (Expert)
2019-07-03 18:00 - 19:30 | New York
Check out some of the best gravel and B-roads Otsego County has to offer. Faster pace gravel ride for people who have ridden gravel before. More elevation gain, but regroup at the top of climbs. More technical descending. This is still not a “hammer-fest,” but for experienced riders who want a faster paced ride. Expert gravel is a no-drop ride. Refreshments after the ride. The ride is approximately 1-1.5 hours. Hang out at the shop after for free refreshments and great company!

New Island Group Bike Ride
2019-06-28 17:45 - 19:00 | New York
Join Otsego Bicylces for a no-drop, off-road ride to New Island. Fun for all ages and abilities, Eye protection is recommended. Meet at the store (75 Water Street, Oneonta) at 5:45 pm.

Water Chestnut Control - Silver Lake
2019-06-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Silver Lake, Silver Lake Road, New Berlin, NY, 13411, United States
Water chestnut (Trapa natans) is spreading at this 40-acre lake on the western edge of Otsego County. Join OCCA and members of the Silver Lake community as we seek out and remove this pernicious invasive. Lunch will be provided by the lake’s owner to volunteers afterward. Note: outside watercraft are not permitted at Silver Lake.
Please use the registration form to sign up and reserve space in a canoe/kayak.

Group Gravel Ride with Woodland Cycles
2019-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Woodland Cycles, 24 South Main Street, Milford, NY, 13807, United States

Learn 10...Trees (FREE)
2019-06-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Clark Sports Center, 124 Co Rd 52, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Botanist Dan Spada will guide participants in a beginner’s course on how to identify 10 native tree species through the use of keys, guides and their senses during a combination of lab and field sessions. The route is over moderate terrain, but participants should be prepared with sturdy shoes, sunscreen, hat, water and bug dope. A 10x hand lens is optional. Participants may bring guidebooks, although guides will be provided to borrow. anyone interested in how to know the trees is encouraged to participate; no prior botanical training is necessary.
The trip is limited to 15 participants. Sign up here or call Jeff O’Handley at Otsego County Conservation Association at 607-282.4087
“Learn 10…” is a program of the NY Flora Association (NYFA) designed to help people of all ages and levels of knowledge begin learning the plants of New York. “Learn 10…” focuses on a group of only 10 plants to teach simple techniques for easily identifying any plant, including trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses. ferns and mosses. “Learn 10…” is a fun and interactive way to learn plants and develop a deeper appreciation of the natural world.

Sunset Stroll
2019-06-21 19:45 - 21:00 | Fetterley Forest, 302 Roses Hill Road, Richfield, NY, 13439
The Otsego Land Trust and the Canadarago Lake Improvement Association are partnering to host a Summer Solstice Sunset Stroll on the longest day of the year at Fetterley Forest.
Situated on the high point of Panther Mountain, Fetterley Forest is on the ridge that runs east of Canadarago Lake and Oaks Creek.
Attendees are invited to pack their own picnic snack to enjoy at the trail’s overlook of Canadarago Lake and Deowongo Island. It’s a view you won’t forget!
Please be mindful of weather conditions and dress appropriately for walking on trails and avoiding bug bites.

Fishing Derby & Clinic
2019-06-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Neahwa Park, Bertus Lauren Drive, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a one day Fishing Derby and Clinic at the Neawha Park skating Pond in Oneonta on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16th.
This is a special educational fishing event specifically permitted by the NY State Dept. of Environmental Conservation for kids and parents of all ages for Father’s Day only. Fishing licenses will not be required. According to the DEC requirements, there will be no competitive fishing prizes. This will be a two part event.
Parents and kids must register upon entering the pond. Tickets will be distributed at registration. Fishing in the pond will take place from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM after which registered attendees will be asked to assemble in the pavilion. There will be a brief fishing education clinic presented for children by members of Trout Unlimited, followed by door prizes. Parents and children must register and
attend the clinic to be eligible for the door prize drawings.
The event will end at 3PM but will be halted if there is a threat of lightning. Fishing worms will be provided.
Chapter members will be available to assist in the baiting of hooks and release of fish caught.
All fish caught must be released back into the pond

Hike at Emmons Pond Bog Preserve
2019-06-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Emmons Pond Bog Preserve, 2028 White Hill Road, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
On Sunday, June 16 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Member and local Environmental Educator, Chris DeCesare will lead a walk to observe the plants and animals of Emmons Pond Bog Preserve. This property is managed by the Nature Conservancy and includes meadow, woods, and wetland areas to explore. We’ll discuss the plants that grow specifically in a bog environment and look for signs of birds and other animals in the field and forest as we make our way around the 1.4 mile trail.
Binoculars and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. Meet at the Preserve entrance on White Hill Road. For additional details, contact Chris DeCesare at 607-244-5496 or chris.decesare444@gmail.com.
Free hike, but you need to register with the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society.

Float the Butternut
2019-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | New York
Free
OCCA and the Butternut Valley Alliance join forces for this fun float down the creek. Enjoy a leisurely paddle and take in the sights and sounds of one of our most beautiful creeks. Starting and end points to be determined. Bring water and a snack, and your own canoe/kayak (a limited number of spaces are available in OCCA canoes).

Pre-registration required.

Brookwood Point Summer Tours
2019-06-10 17:30 - 18:00 | Brookwood Point, 6000 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
First in the Summer Series, OLT volunteer Ed Rowley will be hosting the Brookwood Point History Tour, which will cover Brookwood’s history from the time of Native American presence, to the founding of Cooperstown, to present day.
Additional history tours will take place Thursday, July 25th and Thursday, August 22nd.
Email Becky or call 607.547.2366 x108 for questions or to register for this event.
Click here to view all the Summer Tours which Otsego Land Trust is hosting.

Race the Lake Marathon & Half-Marathon
2019-06-08 08:00 - 16:00 | New York
The 26.2 race will begin at 8:00am, 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 5k race will begin at 9:00am in Glimmerglass State Park. All races finish together in Glimmerglass State Park.
The Race will circle clockwise around the picturesque Otsego Lake. Runners will travel through Cooperstown, Springfield, Middlefield and the Town of Otsego. You will have views of the lake almost all the way as you pass Glimmerglass Opera, The Farmers Museum, The Otesaga Resort Hotel and several other landmarks. Both of the races will be challenging, not only for the mileage, but also the elevation changes. It’s the perfect setting for a marathon!
Race medals will be distributed to every finisher as they cross the finish line.
Awards will be distributed to the overall best male and female times, as well as the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Awards will be presented for the following categories:

Teen: 19 years old & under
20–29 years old;
30–39 years old;
40–49 years old;
50–59 years old;
60–69 years old;
70 and above.

Register at: https://itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=1781
More information: http://www.clarksportscenter.com/events/2019-race-the-lake-marathon-half-marathon/?fbclid=IwAR3US-NVAkFadFlt94IwH0PO1yV7X8LUTXOk1eC_-WYb91Q71jOocwBVXro

Walk on the Flat Side: Riddell State Park
2019-06-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Riddell State Park, NY 28 off I-88, Davenport, NY, 13750, United States
Join OCCA 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 7:00 p.m. at the Park’s main entrance on State Route 28, just north of I-88 Exit 17.
To register for this free event, click here, or call 607-282-4087 or email programdirector@occainfo.org

National Trails Day - Basswood Pond State Forest
2019-06-01 11:00 - 13:00 | New York
What better way to celebrate National Trails Day than by helping with trail maintenance at Basswood Pond State Forest. Tasks will include moving woody debris off the trails, trimming back encroaching vegetation, and improving drainage on wet parts of the trail. Volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for working in the woods and can bring water, gloves and hand tools.
Please register for the event by May 24 so that we can submit proper paperwork to the NYS DEC.

Be Informed- Making a Meadow
2019-05-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Mohican Farm/OCCA offices, 7207 St. Hwy. 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326, United States
Mohican Farm Manager Bob Sutherland walks you through the steps of converting part of your property to a native wildflower meadow that will be good for pollinators, pleasing to look at, and will reduce your carbon footprint!
Part of the program will be indoors learning about the benefits of meadows and short-and long-term care requirements, and some will be outside working on an actual meadow project at Mohican Farm. Dress to get dirty!
Click here to register or call Program Director, Jeff O’Handley at 607.282.4087, or email programdirector@occainfo.org

General Clinton Canoe Regatta
2019-05-24 00:00 - 2019-05-27 00:00 | New York
The world’s longest single day flat water canoe race is held each year on Memorial Day Weekend. Along with the 70 mile race from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, the weekend offers a SUP Race, spring races, relay races, and much more for amateurs and professional paddlers.
Longest single day flat water canoe race in the world
Canoes of all kinds compete from 90 lb. recreational canoes to 20 lb. lightweight graphite canoes (within their respective classes).
The start of this world championship 70 mile flat water endurance race is at the source of the Susquehanna River on Otsego Lake, Cooperstown, New York and finishes at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, New York
Grueling 70 mile test of endurance, stamina, and canoeing skills
Canoeing’s top marathon paddlers from North America and Europe, featuring world class athletes such as 28 time General Clinton Canoe Regatta winner, Canadian Serge Corbin and Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton.
Estimated 3,000 amateur, professional and Olympic hopeful canoeists participate over the course of the weekend. Register at https://www.canoeregatta.org/race/
US$25,000 in cash and prizes awarded
Full weekend with over 50 races in one or two person classes, for all ages including:
Generation Gap Relay–Race Relay–Scout Races –1-man 18 mile sprint–Youth Races—70 mile amateur endurance races–Sprint—70 mile pro endurance races
Thousands of spectators at every accessible point on the river contribute encouragement, cheer, and assist the canoeists over the big 4-day Memorial Day weekend.
At the finish line, paddlers and spectators alike enjoy carnival rides, fireworks, free entertainment for kids of all ages, arts and crafts, all kinds of tasty foods, a flea market and much more !

Jean Miller Memorial Wildflower Walk
2019-05-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Gilbert Lake State Park, 18 CCC Rd, Laurens, NY, 13796, United States
Join Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Member and expert Botanist, Connie Tedesco for the Jean Miller Memorial Wildflower Walk at Gilbert Lake State Park, on Wednesday, May 23.
Participants will meet at the beach area at 10 AM. The walk is approximately two hours in the Park. Bring water, insect repellent, binoculars if on hand, and your curiosity!
For more information please contact Connie Tedesco at ctedesco1026@gmail.com. This event is free and open to the public.

AVID Workshop with OLT and CCE
2019-05-11 14:00 - 17:00 | New York
Join Otsego Land Trust and Cornell Cooperative Extension for a two-part workshop on Assessing Vegetation Impacts from Deer (AVID). This workshop is perfect for landowners or anyone interested in deer management.
The workshop will include a one-hour indoor segment from 2-3pm at the Otsego Land Trust office (101 Main Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326). This will be followed by 2 hours in the field at Parslow Road Conservation Area (127 Parslow Road, Hartwick, NY 13348) to practice setting up plots and taking measurement. The workshop is free and open to the public.
To register, please contact Becky Talbot at 607-547-2366 x108 or at becky@otsegolandtrust.org.
