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SUMMARY:Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk
DESCRIPTION:Please note: The date for this outing has been changed from Saturday\, April 5th to SATURDAY\, APRIL 19th due to the overly soggy weather forecast! \nCome and enjoy a twilight walk and owl prowl in the woods with THTLT on Saturday\, April 19th\, 7:00 – 8:30 pm at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary (31241 Middle Road\, Watertown\, NY)\, located it the Town of Rutland. Learn about the ways animals are adapted to a low-light lifestyle\, look for all types of animal tracks and signs\, and look and listen for owls! \nThis is the fourth and final owl prowl in our 2025 series! \nOur outing will begin in the parking lot with brief introductions. Then we’ll take a walk on the woods trails looking and to listening for owls and other animals/animal signs. \nBring along a flashlight or headlamp\, dress for the weather\, and wear sturdy waterproof boots or shoes. If there is enough snow\, and you have them\, you are welcome to use snowshoes. \nRegister Here \n \n  \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/blake-sanctuary-owl-prowl-and-twilight-walk-8/
LOCATION:Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Rd.\, Watertown\, NY\, 13601
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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SUMMARY:Zoo New York Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come out to support our wonderful Zoo NY in Watertown\, located within Thompson Park\, and celebrate Earth Day with us! The theme for this year is “Our Power\, Our Planet.” Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust will join in with many other organizations and vendors for the day\, offering information\, activities and free giveaways in honor of Earth Day 2025. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/zoo-new-york-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,No Registration Needed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T120000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration & Month of the Military Child
DESCRIPTION:Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust will be one of many organizations attending to celebrate Earth Day with our military families at Crescent Woods Community Center\, Fort Drum. We’ll have hands-on activities for all ages and lots of free information on hand about land conservation and the Tug Hill region. \nThis event is being presented in collaboration with Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes’ Resident Advisory Board and the Northern New York-Fort Drum AUSA Chapter.
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/earth-day-celebration-month-of-the-military-child/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,No Registration Needed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T153000
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Explorer Animal Tracks and Signs
DESCRIPTION:Did you ever run across footprints or other signs of animal activity outside in the mud or snow and wonder what animal might have left it there? Come to the Central Square Library\, 637 South Main Street\, Central Square on Wednesday\, April 16th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm and learn how to figure out who made the footprints or other signs you’ve seen! \nWe’ll use materials in the library’s new Tug Hill Explorer Animal Tracking Backpack to learn the basics of animal tracks and signs. Then we’ll head outside to look for anything we can find near the library. Bring your phone or camera to take pictures of our finds! Finish your exploration by making a journal with your drawings\, animal track rubbings and/or stamp creations to take home. \nRSVP HERE \nDonation of the Tug Hill Explorer Tracking Backpack to the Central Square Library was made possible by THTLT’s generous private donors.
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-explorer-animal-tracks-and-signs/
LOCATION:Central Square Library\, 637 South Main Street\, Central Square\, NY\, 13036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,RSVPs Requested
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T110000
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SUMMARY:Calling All Tug Hill Animal Track Explorers!
DESCRIPTION:Did you ever run across footprints or other signs of animal activity outside in the mud or snow and wonder what animal might have left it there? Come to the Ainsworth Memorial Library in Sandy Creek\, NY on Saturday\, March 29 from 11:00 am to Noon and learn about how to figure out who made the footprints or other signs you’ve seen! We’ll start by reading the book\, The Hike\, then use materials in the library’s new Tug Hill Explorer Animal Tracking Backpack to learn the basics of animal tracks and signs. Then we’ll head outside with the backpack to look for anything we can find near the library. Bring your phone or camera to take pictures of our finds! Finish your exploration by making a journal with your drawings\, animal track rubbings and/or stamp creations to take home. \nRegister Here \nDonation of the Tug Hill Explorer Tracking Backpack to the Ainsworth Memorial Library was made possible by THTLT’s generous private donors.
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/calling-all-tug-hill-animal-track-explorers-2/
LOCATION:Ainsworth Memorial Library\, 6064 S. Main St.\, Sandy Creek\, NY\, 13145
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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SUMMARY:March 2025 Tug Hill Book and Beverage Club
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, March 27th\, we’ll hold our first Book and Beverage Club gathering to discuss two books focused on owls in honor of this time in the year\, when our native owls are actively selecting nesting sites and starting families. If you’d like to join those who have already signed up\, please register below! \nThe books we are reading for March 27th are Hoot\, by Carl Hiaasen\, and What an Owl Knows\, by Jennifer Ackerman. Readers can choose one of these titles or read both books. Hoot is a young adult novel about two boys who work to protect burrowing owls from a planned development in Florida. What an Owl Knows is a non-fiction\, engagingly written book all about owl adaptations and behavior that incorporates information from recent research using innovative research techniques. \nAn in-person meeting location will be announced in early March – sent by email to all registered and posted on the land trust’s Facebook and Instagram pages. We’ll also include a suggested beverage recipe for our gathering on the 27th. \nAll registered will also receive a Zoom link by email shortly before the meeting date to join in online from home or another location if preferred. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis book club meeting qualifies as an entry for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge! \n  \n 
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/march-2025-tug-hill-book-and-beverage-club/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a twilight walk and owl prowl in the woods with THTLT on Friday\, March 14th\, 6:30 – 8:00 pm at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary (31241 Middle Road\, Watertown\, NY)\, located it the Town of Rutland. Learn about the ways animals are adapted to a low-light lifestyle\, look for all types of animal tracks and signs\, and look and listen for owls! \nThis is the third in a series of owl prowl twilight walks for 2025 – you can sign up for multiple dates and times when you register if you wish! \nOur outing will begin in the parking lot with brief introductions. Then we’ll take a walk on the woods trails looking and to listening for owls and other animals/animal signs. \nBring along a flashlight or headlamp\, dress for the weather\, and wear sturdy waterproof boots or shoes. If there is enough snow\, and you have them\, you are welcome to use snowshoes. \nRegister Here \n \n  \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/blake-sanctuary-owl-prowl-and-twilight-walk-7/
LOCATION:Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Rd.\, Watertown\, NY\, 13601
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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SUMMARY:Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a twilight walk and owl prowl in the woods with THTLT on Saturday\, February 22nd at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary (31241 Middle Road\, Watertown\, NY)\, located it the Town of Rutland. Learn about the ways animals are adapted to a low-light lifestyle\, look for all types of animal tracks and signs\, and look and listen for owls! \nThis is the second in a series of owl prowl twilight walks for 2025 – you can sign up for multiple dates and times when you register if you wish! \nOur outing will begin in the parking lot with brief introductions. Then we’ll take a walk on the woods trails looking and to listening for owls and other animals/animal signs. \nBring along a flashlight or headlamp\, dress for the weather\, and wear sturdy waterproof boots or shoes. If there is enough snow\, and you have them\, you are welcome to use snowshoes. \nRegister Here \n \n  \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/blake-sanctuary-owl-prowl-and-twilight-walk-6/
LOCATION:Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Rd.\, Watertown\, NY\, 13601
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Valentine’s Day guided Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk and tree survey at Camden’s Forest Park on Friday\, January 14th from 10 am to Noon. We’ll take an easy walk\, stopping at points along the way with THTLT and SLELO PRISM (St. Lawrence-Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) staff to learn how to recognize Eastern Hemlock trees\, examine the trees on and off the trail\, and report observations using their smartphone through a free mobile application called iMapInvasives (a community science tool). \nHWA is an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. The Eastern Hemlock is a key tree species found throughout Tug Hill that provides 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. It is easier to survey for HWA in colder months\, as the tiny insects form a woolly-looking ball of insulation around themselves that makes them more visible. \nParticipants should dress for the weather and expect some off-trail walking in order to survey trees. A ski pole or walking stick can help with walking off-trail as well as reaching branches above you. Sturdy waterproof footwear is recommended. If there is snow\, you are welcome to bring your snowshoes along. You might also want some water and/or a snack on hand. \nThe walk will take place in light rain or snow. We will monitor weather right up to the morning of our walk. If weather should turn severe and the event require rescheduling\, all registrants will be contacted by phone and email. \nPrior to attending\, participants should follow these steps: \n\nVideo Tutorial \nMake a Free iMapInvasives User Account \nDownload the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App \n\nRegister Here \n \n  \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/hemlock-woolly-adelgid-walk-and-talk-4/
LOCATION:Camden Forest Park\, 10-24 Ripley Rd\, Camden\, NY\, 13316\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T183000
DTSTAMP:20241218T190514Z
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SUMMARY:Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a twilight walk and owl prowl in the woods with THTLT at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary (31241 Middle Road\, Watertown\, NY)\, located it the Town of Rutland. Learn about the ways animals are adapted to a low-light lifestyle\, look for all types of animal tracks and signs\, and look and listen for owls! \nThis is the first in a series of owl prowl twilight walks for 2025 – you can sign up for multiple dates and times when you register if you wish! \nOur outing will begin in the parking lot with brief introductions. Then we’ll take a walk on the woods trails looking and to listening for owls and other animals/animal signs. \nBring along a flashlight or headlamp\, dress for the weather\, and wear sturdy waterproof boots or shoes. If there is enough snow\, and you have them\, you are welcome to use snowshoes. \nRegister Here \n \n  \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/blake-sanctuary-owl-prowl-and-twilight-walk-5/
LOCATION:Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Rd.\, Watertown\, NY\, 13601
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T120000
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk at the Trenton Greenbelt Trails
DESCRIPTION:Join THTLT and the St. Lawrence-Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management for a Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk outing on Friday\, January 17th\, 10 am –  Noon\, at the Trenton Greenbelt Trails\, 7905 Wood Road\, Holland Patent\, NY. Learn to recognize Eastern Hemlock trees\, the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid invasive insect\, examine trees\, and report observations using your smartphone through a free mobile application called iMapInvasives (a community science tool). Registration is required. There is no fee to attend. \nThe Eastern Hemlock is a key tree species found throughout Tug Hill that provides many benefits for people and nature. Detecting the presence of HWA early on can provide enough time to protect infested trees and help to stop the spread to new areas. Hemlock Woolly Adelgids insects can kill Eastern Hemlock trees. \nWe will monitor weather right up to the morning of our walk. Light rain or snow will not hinder us\, however we will contact all registrants to reschedule should the weather turn severe. \nPrior to attending\, participants should follow these steps: \n\nVideo Tutorial \nMake a Free iMapInvasives User Account \nDownload the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App \n\nRegister Here \n \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/hemlock-woolly-adelgid-walk-and-talk-3/
LOCATION:Trenton Greenbelt Trails
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T120000
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SUMMARY:Salmon River Falls Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk and tree survey at Salmon River Falls Unique Area (185 Falls Road\, Richland) on Friday\, January 10th from 10 am to Noon. We’ll take an easy walk\, stopping at points along the way with THTLT and SLELO PRISM (St. Lawrence-Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) staff to learn how to recognize Eastern Hemlock trees\, examine the trees on and off the trail\, and report observations using their smartphone through a free mobile application called iMapInvasives (a community science tool). \nHWA is an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. The Eastern Hemlock is a key tree species found throughout Tug Hill that provides 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. It is easier to survey for HWA in colder months\, as the tiny insects form a woolly-looking ball of insulation around themselves that makes them more visible. \nSalmon River Falls Unique Area is owned and managed by New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation and encompasses 112 acres of land. The 110-foot Salmon River Falls and the scenic gorge are the popular attractions on this wonderful parcel of state land. \nThis is the third of five public outings to be hosted by THTLT and SLELO PRISM from October 2024 through February 2025. Upcoming walks will take place at the Trenton Greenbelt Trails (Holland Patent) in January\, and Forest Park (Camden) in February. \nThe walk will still take place in light rain or snow. We will monitor weather right up to the morning of our walk. If weather should turn severe and the event require rescheduling\, all registrants will be contacted by phone and email. \nPrior to attending\, participants should follow these steps: \n\nVideo Tutorial \nMake a Free iMapInvasives User Account \nDownload the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App \n\nREGISTER HERE \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Fun Winter Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/salmon-river-falls-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Salmon River Falls\, 185 Falls Rd\, Richland\, NY\, 13144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T110000
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SUMMARY:2025 First Day Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Start the new year off right with a casual first day forest walk on Wednesday\, January 1\, 2025 beginning at 11:00 am at Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust’s Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Rd\, Watertown (Town of Rutland). Enjoy the tranquility and wonder of the winter woods with us. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome to join us\, too. \nEvent Details\n\nWednesday\, January 1st\, 11am- 1pm\nMeet at the sanctuary parking lot at 31241 Middle Road\, Watertown\nWe’ll hike\, ski and/or snowshoe together along the marked trails and finish up by 1:00 pm.\nDress for the weather\, wear waterproof boots\, and bring along your cross-country skis or snowshoes if there is snow.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nIs Blake Sanctuary too far for you? Do you have your own favorite place? Take a walk at your own Tug Hill location and share your photos with us on our Facebook page. These outings qualify for listing on your Winter Fun Challenge list! \nOur Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/tughilltomorrowlandtrust \n \nWinter Fun Challenge info:  www.tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/winterfunchallenge
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/2025-first-day-forest-walk/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T203000
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Candlelight Walk
DESCRIPTION:As of 12/4/24 this event is at capacity and registration is closed. \nCelebrate the year’s longest night\, and the return of longer days\, with us at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary\, 31241 Middle Road\, Watertown. We’ll take a candlelit walk through the forest\, share facts and stories about the solstice\, and finish by decorating a tree for wildlife. Please dress for the weather and bring along a flashlight or headlamp. Wear your sturdy shoes or boots. If it’s snowy and you have them\, feel free to bring your snowshoes along. \n\nEvent Details\n\nFriday\, December 20th\n7pm-8:30 pm\nMeet at the Joseph A. Blake Wildlife Sanctuary parking lot at 31241 Middle Road\, Watertown (Town of Rutland)\nPlease wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge!\n\n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/winter-solstice-candlelight-walk/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T143402Z
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SUMMARY:Great Bear Recreation Area Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk and tree survey at Great Bear Recreation Area (Great Bear Rd\, Fulton) on Friday\, November 15th from 10 am to Noon. We’ll take an easy walk\, stopping at points along the way with THTLT and SLELO PRISM (St. Lawrence-Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) staff to learn how to recognize Eastern Hemlock trees\, examine the trees\, and report observations using their smartphone through a free mobile application called iMapInvasives (a community science tool). \nHWA is an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. The Eastern Hemlock is a key tree species found throughout Tug Hill that provides 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. It is easier to survey for HWA in colder months\, as the tiny insects form a woolly-looking ball of insulation around themselves that makes them more visible. \nGreat Bear Recreation Area\, located at Great Bear Road along County Route 57 south of Fulton\, is a public recreation area open year-round dawn to dusk for non-motorized recreation. The area host 11 miles of rustically maintained trails\, with wooden bridges over streams. Parking is free. For more information\, visit: Friends of Great Bear \nThis is the second of five public outings to be hosted by THTLT and SLELO PRISM from October 2024 through February 2025. Upcoming walks will take place at Salmon River Falls Unique Area (Richland) in December\, Trenton Greenbelt Trails (Holland Patent) in January\, and Forest Park (Camden) in February. \nThe walk will still take place in light rain or snow. We will monitor weather right up to the morning of our walk. If weather should turn severe and the event require rescheduling\, all registrants will be contacted by phone and email. \nPrior to attending\, participants should follow these steps: \n\nVideo Tutorial \nMake a Free iMapInvasives User Account \nDownload the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App \n\nREGISTER HERE \nThis event qualifies for the Tug Hill Fun Winter Challenge!
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/great-bear-recreation-area-hemlock-woolly-adelgid-walk-and-talk/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T140000
DTSTAMP:20241009T145645Z
CREATED:20240913T143240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T145645Z
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SUMMARY:Old Growth Forest Hike
DESCRIPTION:Have ever wondered what it would be like to be hiking alongside trees over one hundred years old? Come along with us as we take an autumn hike to explore one of the most remote\, beautiful old growth forests on Tug Hill. Naturalist and outdoorsman\, Zach Wakeman will lead this off-trail hike over moderately difficult terrain inside land designated as New York State Forest Preserve. This outing is open to the public at no charge\, thanks to our generous donors. Registration is required. \nPlan on wearing sturdy waterproof boots. Bring along your bag lunch/snacks and water. A long-sleeved overshirt option\, brimmed hat and bug repellent are recommended just in case. . \nWe will meet at the parking area on the Osceola-West Leyden Road (County Route 46) just west of the bridge over the Salmon River (street address approximately 1999 Osceola Road\, West Leyden\, NY 13489; Google Coordinates 43.489818\, -75.652058). NOTE: THERE IS NO GPS RECEPTION IN OSCEOLA. Please print the directions/maps we send you prior to heading out to the hike. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/old-growth-forest-hike/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T140000
DTSTAMP:20240806T174543Z
CREATED:20240806T174543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T174543Z
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-16/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T120000
DTSTAMP:20240815T150820Z
CREATED:20240711T155038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T150820Z
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SUMMARY:Beech Leaf Disease Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join THTLT and SLELO PRISM at the Salmon River Falls Unique Area\, Town of Orwell\, on Friday\, September 20th from 10 am to Noon to learn about and survey for Beech Leaf Disease (BLD). We’ll walk off trail in some areas to examine American Beech trees and learn how to report the absence or presence of BLD in the field using the mobile app iMapInvasives. You can then use your knowledge to survey Beech trees anywhere you find them when outdoors and report what you see. \nPrior to attending\, participants should follow these steps: \n\nVideo Tutorial \nMake a Free iMapInvasives User Account \nDownload the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App \n\nThere is a state-wide effort to track the spread of beech leaf disease. Beech leaf disease (BLD) is a tree disease that causes leaf deformities and leads to mortality in native and ornamental beech tree species. BLD symptoms appear in the leaves and include striping\, curling\, or a leathery texture. These signs may be visible year-round\, as some beech trees may hold their leaves in winter. Stripes are most noticeable on the underside of leaves and you may see them by looking up into the canopy or holding branches up to the light. \nBLD is believed to be caused by the nematode Litylenchus crenatae mccannii.  It is unknown whether the nematode causes all of the damage\, or if it is associated with another pathogen such as a bacteria\, fungus\, or virus. Research on possible treatments is ongoing. \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/beech-leaf-disease-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Salmon River Falls\, 185 Falls Rd\, Richland\, NY\, 13144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T193000
DTSTAMP:20240815T152449Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T152449Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trail Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us and the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club for a relaxing Tuesday Trails walk on the new trail loop at our French Settlement Road Public Conservation Area near Lorraine! The 1.5-mile trail loop travels through field and forest and past a series of small beaver ponds. The trail is mostly flat\, with a small rise and downhill to start. There is one unavoidable muddy spot\, so shoes that can get dirty are recommended. We’ll meet in the parking lot at 6 pm. Sturdy hiking shoes\, some water\, a brimmed hat and bug repellant or long sleeves are recommended. Property Address: 3836 French Settlement Road\, Lorraine\, NY \nOptional RSVP Here \n 
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tuesday-trail-walk/
LOCATION:French Settlement Road PCA\, 3836 French Settlement Road\, Lorraine\, NY\, 13659
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T140000
DTSTAMP:20240806T174211Z
CREATED:20240806T174211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T174211Z
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-15/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTSTAMP:20240522T163743Z
CREATED:20240522T163244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T163743Z
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-14/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T140000
DTSTAMP:20240718T131150Z
CREATED:20240405T141514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T131150Z
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Community Picnic 2024
DESCRIPTION:We hope that you\, your family and friends will be able to join us for a day of celebrating conservation and community at our \n2024 Tug Hill Community Picnic \nSaturday\, August 10th \n10:00am-2:00pm \nat the David S. Smith Public Conservation Area \n  \n*The David S. Smith Public Conservation Area is located in Evans Mills along Taylor Road\, located behind the Walmart Super Center on Route 11 north of Watertown. \nWe invite you to join one of three optional group outings to learn more about the natural history of the David S. Smith Public Conservation area\, or visit the Fun Zone with hands-on activities for the young and young at heart. \nWe’ll gather over lunch (Pre-order lunch through us or pack your own) to highlight the amazing work that you have made possible in 2024 and take a look ahead at what exciting work the future holds. \n\nThank you to our 2024 Tug Hill Community Picnic Honorary Ally Committee who helped make this event possible.\n\n\nYellow Birch Betty Adler\, George & Christine Bibbins\, Jr.\, Carol & Bob Keller\, Heidi Jones & Jonas Kelly \nMaple Melanie & Dave Geurtsen\, Heidi Smith \nHemlock Natalie & Jan Bogdanowicz\, Cary Fassler & Deb Kahkejian\, Sue Fassler & Kyle Siegel\, Virginia & Chris Kelly\, Rod & Kathy Kent\, Alix Krueger & Rob Spoon\, Bob & Janet Quinn\, Zachary & Madalyn Wakeman \n\n\nWhite Pine Anonymous (3)\, Paul & Diane Miller \n\n\nEvent Schedule \n10:00am Registration & Welcome \n10:30am-11:30am Optional Group Outings/ Children’s Programs  \n12:00pm Lunch Under the Tent\nPreorder lunch with us ($15 per person) or Pack your own lunch \n1:00pm 2024 Overview & Awards Ceremony \n2:00pm Adjourn \n\nOptional Group Outings \n\nBird is the Word (easy\, uneven ground)\nHave you ever wondered what bird you are seeing or hearing? Enjoy this easy guided walk through open grassy areas and forested edge habitat with experienced birder\, Robert Keller\, making frequent stops to look and listen for birds. Bring your binoculars if you have them. Sturdy shoes that can get wet and/or muddy are best\, and bring along some insect repellent\, just in case. You also may want to install the free eBird checklist and/or Merlin bird ID mobile apps to your smart phone. \n\nLet’s Appreciate Bats (easy\, uneven ground)\nTake an easy walk with THTLT staffer Lin Gibbs\, who’ll tell you all about the bats that live in and migrate through the Smith Public Conservation Area. Visuals and hands-on activities at frequent stops along the way will help everyone learn about how this site’s habitat is especially suited for these insect-eating night time animals\, and about how important role bats are for a healthy environment. \n\nPlants Make a Difference (easy\, uneven ground)\nTake a leisurely walk with Cierra Williams\, Horticulture and Natural Resources Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County\, to learn about the native and invasive plants found here\, and the ways our habitat can be improved for pollinators. \n\n\n\nDuring these outings we will have a variety of fun activities for children who prefer not to hike\, featuring our Tug Hill Explorer Backpacks. \n\n\nEvent Registration & Lunch Preorder\n\nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust (THTLT) aims to protect the David S. Smith Public Conservation Area’s natural diversity\, while allowing for safe and enjoyable access for public recreation and environmental interpretation. Management plans include special consideration of habitat for New York State native or naturalized species\, especially threatened and endangered species. Also nearby is an additional 15 acres owned and protected by the Ontario Bays Initiative (OBI) that conserves additional critical bat habitat and contains a walking trail. \n\nTHTLT completed purchase of David S. Smith PCA’s 411 acres in 2022 through the Army Compatible Use Buffer (ACUB) Program\, partnering with the Army/Fort Drum and Ducks Unlimited. Adjacent lands were acquired from Con Tech Building Systems\, Inc. and Columbia LeRay\, LLC to comprise the full acreage. The land is generally flat with very shallow soils. In fact\, some outcrops of rock come right out of the ground. Evidence of past agricultural use can be found\, as well as areas of well-established forest. \nAs an organization dedicated to environmental conservation and stewardship\, Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust acknowledges the many Native People and tribes who were the original stewards of this land since time immemorial. Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust acknowledges the indigenous spirit of everything that is on and in the land. Native Peoples did not choose to leave this land\, and now we aim to uphold stewardship values and protect environmental diversity within our public conservation areas for current and future enjoyment of generations to come.
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-community-picnic-2024/
LOCATION:David S. Smith Public Conservation Area\, 25775 Taylor Road\, Evans Mills\, NY\, 13637\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T140000
DTSTAMP:20240730T151128Z
CREATED:20240522T161836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T151128Z
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SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-13/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T153000
DTSTAMP:20240730T145924Z
CREATED:20240703T142925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T145924Z
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SUMMARY:What's That Bird?!
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to identify those feathered friends you’ve been seeing everywhere? Come learn about and look for birds with Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust at the Lyons Falls Free Library\, 3918 High St\, Lyons falls on Friday\, August 2nd\, 2:00 – 3:30 pm. \nWe’ll view a quick slide show to learn about some common local birds\, talk tips for birding\, review the eBird and Merlin mobile apps\, then explore outside to listen and look for birds. We’ll finish up by recording what we’ve found in a take-home birding journal that you can use for future birding adventures\, too. \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/look-whats-that-bird/
LOCATION:Lyons Falls Free Library\, 3918 High St\, Lyons Falls\, NY\, 13368\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required,RSVPs Requested
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T140000
DTSTAMP:20240522T163942Z
CREATED:20240507T192927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T163942Z
UID:10000431-1722074400-1722088800@tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-12/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T200000
DTSTAMP:20240725T174150Z
CREATED:20240507T195049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T174150Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Birding at Lowville Demonstration Forestry Area
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled Due to Chance of Severe Weather \nJoin us for a relaxing evening bird walk at the Lowville Demonstration Forestry Area\, Route 812\, Dadville\, NY. The Lowville Forestry Demonstration Area is located on 98 acres at the former NYS Lowville Tree Nursery. The nursery was in operation from approximately 1923 to 1971 and during that time\, a total of 530 million seedlings were produced. A demonstration forest was created here by planting trees together in blocks based on species.The property also contains an arboretum with more than 400 species of native and non-native trees\, shrubs\, perennials and fruit trees. This area highlights hardy species that can grow in the northern New York climate. \nWe’ll meet at the parking area on Route 812 just south of the NYSDEC Region 6 suboffice. We’ll then take an easy walk along the trails through field and forest looking and listening for birds\, with frequent stops. As we walk\, we’ll share more tips for finding\, identifying and observing spring and summer birds. \nSturdy shoes that can get wet are recommended. Trails are mowed grass and footpaths on primarily flat terrain. Bring along your binoculars and some insect repellent\, just in case. You might want to upload the free eBird and Merlin mobile apps to your smart phone prior to attending. \nMore site info: Lowville Demonstration Forestry Area \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/evening-birding-at-lowville-demonstration-forest/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,Reservations Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T200000
DTSTAMP:20240507T193827Z
CREATED:20240507T193827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T193827Z
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SUMMARY:Dutch Oven Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Join us in April to learn how to make a delicious ‘dump’ cake using a Dutch Oven over a campfire at the Stone House Preserve in the Town of Vienna. This cake is tasty\, easy\, and a beloved camping dessert. \nWe’ll be making a chocolate cake with cherry pie filling\, and a yellow cake with blueberry pie filling using ginger ale and Dr. Pepper. Once baked we’ll partake! \nYou must register to receive location information and driving directions. \nRSVP Here \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/dutch-oven-cooking-demo-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Event,RSVPs Requested
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T140000
DTSTAMP:20240522T164015Z
CREATED:20240507T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T164015Z
UID:10000430-1720778400-1720792800@tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nFor a map of the established northern section of the trail\, visit: Tug-Hill-Traverse-Trail-2024-Final.pdf (visittughill.com) \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-11/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Reservations Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T200000
DTSTAMP:20240621T183403Z
CREATED:20240621T183403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T183403Z
UID:10000440-1719513000-1719518400@tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Evening Birding at Camp Zerbe
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what bird that is singing in the woods? Come find out by joining us for a relaxing evening bird walk at Camp Zerbe\, 253 NYS Route 104\, Williamstown\, NY! Camp Zerbe is owned by Oswego County and is operated by the Oswego City-County Youth Bureau\, division of Parks and Recreation. Oswego County has maintained and improved Camp Zerbe as a nature park as well as an educational and recreational resource for the citizens of Oswego County. \nWe’ll meet in the parking lot for introductions\, then meander our way through open areas and along forested loop trails. Along the way\, we’ll share tips for finding\, identifying and observing spring and summer birds. We’ll make a stop at the dock area to survey what birds might be hanging out near Lake Lorraine\, too. This will be an easy\, slow walk through open grassy areas and forested trail habitats with frequent stops. Bring your binoculars if you have them\, wear sturdy shoes that can get wet and/or muddy\, and bring along some insect repellent\, just in case. Optionally\, you might want to upload the free eBird and Merlin mobile apps to your smart phone prior to attending. \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/evening-birding-at-camp-zerbe-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T140000
DTSTAMP:20240405T183612Z
CREATED:20240405T183612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T183612Z
UID:10000425-1719050400-1719064800@tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tug Hill Traverse Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Twice a month\, from June to September\, volunteers will meet in the heart of Tug Hill and work together to maintain current sections as well as clear and mark the remaining sections of the historic Tug Hill Traverse Trail. We invite you to be a part of it! \nVolunteers meet at the day’s designated location at 10:00 am and work until 2:00 pm. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day – it’s all good. \nWe’ll email those signed up for each date a few days prior to give the day’s meeting location\, suggest what kinds of tools to bring if available\, and provide driving directions and a map. Work gloves\, head protection\, insect repellent\, sturdy hiking/work shoes\, water and a brown bag lunch/snacks are recommended. \nTug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust has partnered for several years with the Black River Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to establish this historic 20-mile north/south hiking trail through the heart of Tug Hill. The Tug Hill Traverse Trail extends from the DEC’s Tug Hill Wildlife Management Area on the north to the West Leyden Osceola Rd on the south\, and generally follows the East Branch of Fish Creek. Interim trailheads are located on the G&W and Michigan Mills roads\, respectively. \nRegister Here
URL:https://tughilltomorrowlandtrust.org/event/tug-hill-traverse-trail-work-day-10/
LOCATION:NY
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