Join the Otsego County Conservation Association (OCCA) Educator at Gilbert Lake State Park. In mid-January, we may be slipping over a frozen path or searching for signs of life among the fallen leaves. Either way, we will have fun exploring the winter landscape together. Sign up at occainfo.org
Join the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for an eagle viewing trip around the Delaware County rivers and reservoirs. Open to the public. The trip explores area rivers and reservoirs where eagles concentrate around open water in the region to feed. Past trips have turned up 20+ birds. Other raptors and waterfowl are usually sighted also. We…
Hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive insect that is threatening the eastern hemlock, a tree of great beauty and environmental significance. In this outdoor program led by the Otsego County Conservation Association, you will learn how to identify both the tree and the insect, and will learn how to keep an eye out for the…
This is a challenging off-road 5 mile course that travels the perimeter of the Clark Sports Center property and the wooded trails. Open fields and single track trails add to the experience. In the woods you will traverse steep short inclines and declines, switchbacks and snow. Race held in all weather conditions. Five mile and…
Join the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club for a hike. Held each Tuesday morning, these guided hikes are open to the public. See the website susqadk.org for more information.
This fun annual event offers multiple outdoor events. See https://www.cooperstownwintercarnival.com/ Â for more information
The 51st annual race will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The race starts at 11:00am. Day of race check-in and registration will take place from 10:00–10:30am in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Library foyer.
Join OCCA to journey from the sun to Pluto and back in a little over an hour! Bill Ralston guides us on a thousand-yard walk  which models our solar system at a scale that is both relatable and awe-inspiring. Common objects such as bowling balls, peppercorns, and walnuts are used to represent the sun and…
On this short stroll around Cooperstown with OCCA, discover that nature is beautiful and interesting in winter too. On this slow-paced walk, we will be looking at whatever natural curiosities intrigue the group, from birds to trees. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly in layers. We will meet at the Village Library of Cooperstown, 22…
Join OCCA on February 4 at 2pm for a relaxing afternoon outdoors at Robert V. Riddell State Park after a busy holiday season! We will take a stroll around the park and, if there's any snow, build snow people. We will finish up with hot drinks and positive intentions for the new year. We will…