Events
Trees and Ferns and Birds, Oh My!
Come explore with us at this free, family-friendly, informal guided hike in the woods, led by Community Programs Director, Lin Gibbs, with activities designed to engage the senses and inspire discovery. For your wildlife sanctuary adventure, please dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes (waterproof boots if it has been wet), and bring along tick ... Read more
Natural Wonders Woods Walk in Stone Barn State Forest
We hope you join us as summer comes into full swing, wildlife is active, and many of our favorite birds are raising their young in the North Country. Experienced birder, naturalist, and artist Robert McNamara will lead this cost-free guided walk in the woods of Stone Barn State Forest. Please note that this walk will ... Read more
Paddle at Westdale
Bring your kayak out for this easygoing paddle along the West Branch of Fish Creek! Kayakers of all skill levels are welcome to attend so invite your family and friends for an afternoon of weekend fun. Life jackets are required. For a packing list, we suggest wearing comfortable outdoor clothes, as well as bringing any ... Read more
Woodland Fairy Houses
Wear your fairy wings and bring your imagination! We will start this free program by reading a story all about woodland fairies. Next, we’ll make whimsical fairy houses out of natural, found materials and install them along the trails to attract and please the sprites. All are welcome to make a fairy house to take ... Read more
A Dose of Nature in Lacona
On Saturday, August 3rd from 10:00 am to Noon, we will lead an easy morning nature walk at a privately owned forest property in Lacona. Linda Fellers, amateur photographer, nature enthusiast and land trust supporter, has generously offered to host us on her 12-acre property’s trail system, at 177 Ballou Road, Lacona. The outing is ... Read more
Salamander Story Hour
Many thanks to the Richard S. Shineman Foundation and The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties for helping us provide this program free to the public. We will be reading The Salamander Room, an award-winning, stunningly illustrated children's book that helps us think about what all creatures need in order to survive. Join us ... Read more
Trail Biking at Potato Hill Farm
Want to get outside and enjoy every last minute of summer? Come bike the Potato Hill Farm & Trails with Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust (THTLT) on Sunday, August 18th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. We’re partnering with the Black River Outdoor Education Program (BROEP), who can provide bicycles and helmets for those without ... Read more
Geocache Day!
Are you or your kids into nature AND treasure hunting? We have geocaches throughout the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary, so come on out and explore! Staff will be on hand to help you learn or navigate. There may even be some rewards for those who find all the caches out there too! Register Here
Fall Trek to Inman Gulf
Love early fall? Come on out and enjoy the fresh air with us! The Inman Glide Trail runs close to the edge of the gulf, from which you can get some spectacular views into the 200-300 foot deep canyon. Scenic Rainbow Falls may be seen across the way on the north side of the rim. ... Read more
Mushroom Hike
Do mushrooms intrigue you? Join us and Indian River Lakes Conservancy (IRLC) as we explore the fungi found at IRLC’s Baker Woods Preserve, Natural Bridge. Volunteer expert, Steven Daniel will lead this free, family-friendly program. The Baker Woods Preserve includes extensive river and wetland habitats, a red pine plantation in transition, and native coniferous and ... Read more