Events
Development Authority of the North Country Landfill Open House
We will have displays and take-home information available about our conservation programs and outings, along with a fun, hands-on activity for kids of all ages at the Development Authority of the North Country (DANC) Landfill Open House.
August Easy Evening Paddle on the Black River
Please note new date, Tuesday, August 21. Celebrate the end of summer with THTLT, and enjoy one more paddle before the weather turns to fall. Join executive director Linda Garrett, for a gentle 2-3 mile paddle along the Black River in Watertown. Plan to meet up at the Handicap Boat Launch off Eastern Boulevard. All ... Read more
Stories and S’mores – Still on -Don’t let the rain deter you
Don't let a little rain deter you! We are still on, we will gather under the pavilion inside the zoo grounds. We even have a portable fire pit to roast marshmallows! Gather round the Thompson Park Zoo campfire for storyteller Lynn Morgan's enchanting tales. We will roast s'mores, and celebrate the end of a beautiful ... Read more
Sunday at the Sanctuary
Come explore the Joseph A. Blake wildlife sanctuary in a series of fun and informal activities that are designed to engage the senses and inspire discovery. This is a staff-led event where child friendly activities are provided and all ages are welcome to attend. Dress comfortably for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty ... Read more
Nature Photography Workshop
Refine your nature photography game and get the best photographs possible with local experts, Steve and Vici Diehl. During this day long workshop, the Diehl’s will share techniques they use to take stunning nature photos year round. Your day will begin inside discussing composition/design and different photo types then end outside, gaining hands-on experience at ... Read more
Trail Hike & Bonfire
Landowners Cary Fassler and Deb Kahkejian will lead us on a moderate two to three-mile loop hike, through the forest to an active beaver pond and back to their homestead in the town of Amboy, Oswego County. After the hike, everyone is invited to warm up around a campfire and enjoy some light refreshments. The ... Read more
Old Growth Hike
If you have ever wondered how old trees can be, and love fall foliage, then this is the hike for you. We invite you to explore one of the most remote, and beautiful old growth forests in Tug Hill for this autumn hike. Naturalist, and outdoors-man, Bob McNamara will be leading this four-mile hike. Plan ... Read more
Sunday at the Sanctuary
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
CANCELLED The Black River Outdoor Education Program (BROEP) Hike or Bike
You’re invited to partake in a fun fall day outside hiking or mountain biking. This outing showcases the Black River Forest, with its beautiful lodge nestled deep in the flat meadow basin of a prehistoric kettle surrounded by 1300 feet high escarpments and 8 miles of trails that is normally not open to the public. ... Read more
Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust Annual Dinner
This event is a great way to celebrate the families that have worked with the land trust to protect their land, as well as hear about new projects and programs coming in 2019. Enjoy cocktail hour (cash bar only) and the beautiful farmlands and changing foliage from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Following this will be ... Read more