Join a series of guided walk and talks to learn to recognize and report hemlock woolly adelgid HWA- an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. Hemlocks are an important tree species that provide many benefits for people and nature. Detecting the presence of HWA early on provides enough time to protect infested trees and helps to stop the spread to new areas.  To help raise awareness, and encourage community members to get involved, a series of guided hikes will be…

Come ski or snowshoe with us at the Black River Environmental Improvement Association's (BREIA) Potato Hill Farm campus near Boonville. Event Details Saturday, February 19th 10am-2pm Attendees are welcome to use their own skis or snowshoes. If needed, BREIA can provide xc-skis, snowshoes and associated equipment upon request free for up to 40 people. Please specify on your registration form if you will be bringing your own or if you need equipment. The Potato Hill Farm campus in Oneida County,…

Join a series of guided walk and talks to learn to recognize and report hemlock woolly adelgid HWA- an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. Hemlocks are an important tree species that provide many benefits for people and nature. Detecting the presence of HWA early on provides enough time to protect infested trees and helps to stop the spread to new areas.  To help raise awareness, and encourage community members to get involved, a series of guided hikes will be…

Come prowl for owls this winter! Event Details Saturday, February 26th 5:00pm-6:30pm Meeting spot: The parking lot of the Joseph A Black Wildlife Sanctuary We’ll take a twilight walk in the woods to listen and look! Bring along a flashlight or headlamp, dress for the weather, and wear sturdy boots or shoes. If there is enough snow, and you have them, you are welcome to use snowshoes. The land trust also has a limited number of snowshoes for children and…

Come ski or snowshoe at the Osceola Ski & Sport Resort in Osceola, NY. Event Details Saturday, March 5th 10am-2pm Day trail use fees are required. If needed, rental equipment is available for an additional fee, or you are welcome to use your own equipment. This outing will be dependent upon adequate snowfall and is open to all ages. The resort offers 20 kilometers of groomed trails created for skiers and snowshoers of all skill levels. Trails are groomed for…

Join a series of guided walk and talks to learn to recognize and report hemlock woolly adelgid HWA- an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. Hemlocks are an important tree species that provide many benefits for people and nature. Detecting the presence of HWA early on provides enough time to protect infested trees and helps to stop the spread to new areas.  To help raise awareness, and encourage community members to get involved, a series of guided hikes will be…

Come prowl for owls this winter! Event Details Friday, March 11th 5:30pm-7:00pm Meeting spot: The parking lot of the Joseph A Black Wildlife Sanctuary We’ll take a twilight walk in the woods to listen and look! Bring along a flashlight or headlamp, dress for the weather, and wear sturdy boots or shoes. If there is enough snow, and you have them, you are welcome to use snowshoes. The land trust also has a limited number of snowshoes for children and…

Come prowl for owls this winter! Event Details Saturday, March 26th 6:00pm-7:30pm Meeting spot: The parking lot of the Joseph A Black Wildlife Sanctuary We’ll take a twilight walk in the woods to listen and look! Bring along a flashlight or headlamp, dress for the weather, and wear sturdy boots or shoes. If there is enough snow, and you have them, you are welcome to use snowshoes. The land trust also has a limited number of snowshoes for children and…