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Mon
01
Apr
Monday, April 1, 2024 until Tuesday, April 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Month-long displays dig deeper into what's going on in the
park that month. Naturalists are available throughout each day to discuss seasonal nature table topics. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Thu
18
Apr
Thursday, April 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Experience the high-stakes world of birds that might only be
in the area for a few weeks, on their way to breeding grounds as far north as
boreal Canada. Meet at Archery Field Overlook.
Fri
19
Apr
Friday, April 19, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Find and in many cases touch the wonders of the micro-world
beneath your feet every day. Meet at Trout Pond.
Sat
20
Apr
Saturday, April 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community
science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for
experienced birdwatchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits
of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community
scientist at home.
Sat
20
Apr
Saturday, April 20, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy lunch in an old growth woods as unique individual
giants spanning 200 to 300 years in age are pointed out and enjoyed up close as
we learn about the hidden life of trees and old growth ecosystems. Bring a
lunch. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Sat
20
Apr
Saturday, April 20, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Get to the roots of some of Three Falls ciders' historical
names. Meet at 29 E Park Rd, Castile, NY.
Sun
21
Apr
Sunday, April 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community
science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for
experienced birdwatchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits
of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community
scientist at home.
Wed
24
Apr
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Get deep into why tree cavities are important, who makes them, who uses them, how they all help people, and why they're important to Letchworth State Park. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Fri
26
Apr
Friday, April 26, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Tree planting ceremony at the nature center. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Fri
26
Apr
Friday, April 26, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Experience beautiful trees that can boggle the mind with
their size, age, and surprising adaptations. Meet at HNC.
Sat
27
Apr
Saturday, April 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community
science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for
experienced birdwatchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits
of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community
scientist at home.
Sat
27
Apr
Saturday, April 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Join us on various topics as we discover what's growing, singing, crawling, emerging, or changing in our springtime woods and fields in the haunts of the HNC and nearby. 1 mile. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Sun
28
Apr
Sunday, April 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This community
science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for
experienced birdwatchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits
of our common feeder birds and find out how you can become a community
scientist at home.
Mon
29
Apr
Monday, April 29, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3 – 6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world with volunteer Annie O'Reilly. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts, and a short nature walk. Registration is required by calling (585) 493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Mon
29
Apr
Monday, April 29, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Mini naturalists are children two years of age. Themes change and are focused on each season are the same as above. This is a half hour program immediately follows the Knee-High and is scheduled 11:30am to noon at HNC. It includes a story, simple craft, and a sing-along. Registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Wed
01
May
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 until Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
A fresh-cut display of plants is changed each week throughout May and June. (Sightings Book and naturalists available for questions) Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Wed
01
May
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 until Friday, May 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Month-long displays dig deeper into what's going on in the
park that month. Naturalists are available throughout each day to discuss seasonal nature table topics. A video highlighting all warbler species found in Letchworth State Park can be viewed upon request. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Thu
02
May
Thursday, May 2, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Focusing on the meaning of the term "ephemeral" and how these special flowers are helpful to us humans. Meet at Trout Pond.
Sat
04
May
Saturday, May 4, 2024 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Volunteer to help clean your park to get ready for peak
season. Work alongside park staff cleaning the park and trails. Leaf and litter
pick-up, gardening, playground work, etc. Enjoy lunch with the Friends of
Letchworth group. Registration required on ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day.
For more details call (585)493-3600.
Registration: Required
Sat
04
May
Saturday, May 4, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Take a hands-on expedition
into some of the park's oldgrowth
forest creek ravines to
find hiding places for beautiful,
culturally-treasured butterflies
and moths that specialize
in pine trees. No entomology
knowledge required. Bring good
hiking footwear and curiosity! Meet at Trout Pond.
Fri
10
May
Friday, May 10, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Become more familiar with
our many native wildflowers
and the role of their surroundings,
including the other plants
and animals in their daily lives.
Enjoy the fascinating variation
in floral structure and folklore. 1 mile. Meet at Parade Grounds Parking Lot.
Sat
11
May
Saturday, May 11, 2024 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Carpool through the park
making various stops and short
hikes along the way with a lunch
stop by the River. Co-sponsored
by the Buffalo Ornithological
Society. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Sat
11
May
Saturday, May 11, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
In a less familiar realm of
sights and sounds, experience
the changing colors and moods
in the blending zone of daylight
and "nightlight". Star watching
will follow programs, weather
permitting. Flashlight recommended.
May caravan. 1 mile. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Mon
13
May
Monday, May 13, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3 – 6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world with volunteer Annie O'Reilly. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts, and a short nature walk. Registration is required by calling (585) 493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Mon
13
May
Monday, May 13, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Mini naturalists are children two years of age. Themes change and are focused on each season are the same as above. This is a half hour program immediately follows the Knee-High and is scheduled 11:30am to noon at HNC. It includes a story, simple craft, and a sing-along. Registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Tue
14
May
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Become more familiar with our many native wildflowers and the role of their surroundings, including the other plant sand animals in their daily lives. Enjoy the fascinating variation in floral structure and folklore. May caravan. Meet at Parade Grounds parking area.
Tue
14
May
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Focusing on identifying and counting populations of wildflowers. Meet at Trout Pond.
Thu
16
May
Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
A new series of nature walks
aimed to immerse participants
into the diversity of habitats that
can be found in Letchworth State
Park. Meet at Trillium Trail parking area.
Fri
17
May
Friday, May 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Camps open 9:30 am - 4:00
pm. Battles at 1:30 pm. This
Civil War Encampment in the
Highbanks Recreation Area will
have living history and battle
re-enactments featuring Union,
Confederate, and civilian participants.
Friday, May 17 is Education
Day 10:00 am - 1:00
pm and is open to local schools.
Contact Tim Buckman with questions
at
(585) 507-6847.Meet at Highbanks Recreation Area
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Letchworth State Park
To celebrate the unique habitats
of the Genesee Valley
and the birds that these habitats
support, the Humphrey
Nature Center at Letchworth
State Park and the Genesee
County Park & Forest Interpretive
Center will hold the first
Genesee Valley Birding Cup!
Help us highlight the diversity
of birdlife in the Genesee Valley.
Gather a team of friends or work
alone to count as many birds as
possible within the Genesee River
Watershed in just 24 hours.
Travel anywhere you'd like; birders
may visit any public space
within the Genesee River Watershed.
All are welcome — whether
you are a beginner or a pro!
A final tally and potluck celebration
will be held at the Genesee
County Park & Forest Interpretive
Center at 6pm on
Saturday, May 18. The team or
individual that counts the most
bird species will win a prize.
Please bring a dish to pass and
your birding highlights from the
day! Registration required by
visiting: https://us.openforms.
com/Form/5aa61b07-bda9-467e-
94b7-a52b6d7ba2ab. Final Tally at Genesee County Park & Forest Interpretive
Center
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024 09:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This
Civil War Encampment in the
Highbanks Recreation Area will
have living history and battle
re-enactments featuring Union,
Confederate, and civilian participants. Meet at Highbanks Recreation Area. Battles at 1:30 pm.
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024 09:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
This
Civil War Encampment in the
Highbanks Recreation Area will
have living history and battle
re-enactments featuring Union,
Confederate, and civilian participants. Meet at Highbanks Recreation Area. Battles at 1:30 pm.
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
With 25 species, Letchworth
State Park may have more nesting
species of wood warblers
than anywhere else in the world!
Each outing will visit actual
nesting sites as we study the
factors that yield such diversity.
Binoculars recommended. Meet at Lower St. Helena parking area.
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Focusing on what humans can do to preserve and protect ephemeral wildflowers. Meet at Trout Pond.
Sat
18
May
Saturday, May 18, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Evening dance for Civil War reenactors. Waltz into the
stories of the Civil War that run through the Genesee River. Meet at Highbanks Recreation Area
Thu
23
May
Thursday, May 23, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn to recognize by sight
and sound some of the rich diversity
of our local bird life.
Binoculars recommended. May
caravan. 1 mile or more.Meet at Portageville entrance gate.
Fri
24
May
Friday, May 24, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Launch window for massed balloon flights,
launching from Archery Field
near the Castile Entrance, weather
permitting. (Friends of Letchworth
fundraiser food/souvenir
stand on weekend afternoons). Meet at Archery Field.
Sat
25
May
Saturday, May 25, 2024 06:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Launch window for massed balloon flights, launching from Archery Field near the Castile Entrance, weather permitting. (Friends of Letchworth fundraiser food/souvenir stand on weekend afternoons). Meet at Archery Field.
Sat
25
May
Saturday, May 25, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Launch window for massed balloon flights, launching from Archery Field near the Castile Entrance, weather permitting. (Friends of Letchworth fundraiser food/souvenir stand on weekend afternoons). Meet at Archery Field.
Sun
26
May
Sunday, May 26, 2024 06:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Launch window for massed balloon flights, launching from Archery Field near the Castile Entrance, weather permitting. (Friends of Letchworth fundraiser food/souvenir stand on weekend afternoons). Meet at Archery Field.
Sun
26
May
Sunday, May 26, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Launch window for massed balloon flights, launching from Archery Field near the Castile Entrance, weather permitting. (Friends of Letchworth fundraiser food/souvenir stand on weekend afternoons). Meet at Archery Field.
Mon
27
May
Monday, May 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Geology, history, and nature
lore are the subjects of a walk
into the changing path of the
Lower Falls. Lots of steps and
muddy spots. Meet at Parking lot past Cab in Area B
Mon
27
May
Monday, May 27, 2024 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Display covering geology of the
park at archery field overlook. Meet at Archery Field Overlook
Mon
27
May
Monday, May 27, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy the grounds of Mr.
Letchworth's residence at the
Glen Iris and walk an easy loop
to
Middle and Upper Falls. Meet at Museum.
Sat
01
Jun
Saturday, June 1, 2024 until Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Month-long display at the nature center about the many kinds
of butterflies that thrive in the park. Please
note our annual community
science butterfly count will be
held on July 13th. (Look for
details in the upcoming summer
issue of The Genesee Naturalist.) Meet at Humphrey Nature Center
Sat
01
Jun
Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Join us on various
topics as we discover what's
growing, singing, crawling,
emerging, or changing in our
springtime woods and fields
in the haunts of the nature center and
nearby. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Sat
01
Jun
Saturday, June 1, 2024 until Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Month-long displays dig deeper into what's going on in the
park that month. Naturalists are available throughout each day to discuss seasonal nature table topics. Please note our annual community science butterfly count will be held on July 13th. (Look for details in the upcoming summer issue of The Genesee Naturalist.)
Sun
02
Jun
Sunday, June 2, 2024 05:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Carpool through the Park
on east or west sides of the river
visiting many different habitats
that will enable observers to
locate over 75 species of birds.
Co-sponsored by the Rochester
Birding Association. Registration required by calling
(585)493-3680. Meet at Mount Morris Dam snack stand.
Registration: Required
Mon
03
Jun
Monday, June 3, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3 – 6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world with volunteer Annie O'Reilly. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts, and a short nature walk. Registration is required by calling (585) 493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Mon
03
Jun
Monday, June 3, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Mini naturalists are children two years of age. Themes change and are focused on each season are the same as above. This is a half hour program immediately follows the Knee-High and is scheduled 11:30am to noon at HNC. It includes a story, simple craft, and a sing-along. Registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Sat
08
Jun
Saturday, June 8, 2024 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at 9 am,
bring water, a pack lunch and
sturdy footwear.
For those who enjoy the demand
of a longer hike, we will explore
2 of the parks longest trails
as we hike along the three canyons
of Letchworth State Park. 4½ hours,
3 miles or more.
Mon
10
Jun
Monday, June 10, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
A new series of nature walks
aimed to immerse participants
into the diversity of habitats that
can be found in Letchworth State
Park. 1 mile. Meet at Lower Falls Restaurant.
Tue
11
Jun
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Explore one of Letchworth State Park's most dramatic floodplains from the rim of Highbanks
Canyon. Meet at Hogsback Overlook.
Thu
13
Jun
Thursday, June 13, 2024 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at 9 am,
bring water, a pack lunch and
sturdy footwear.
For those who enjoy the demand
of a longer hike, we will explore
2 of the parks longest trails
as we hike along the three canyons
of Letchworth State Park. 4½ hours,
3 miles or more. Meet at Archery Field Overlook.
Sat
15
Jun
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Ever wonder what exists in
nature beyond "mommies and
daddies" and "male and female"?
Come for this special
Pride Month program and find
out! Meet at Museum.
Wed
19
Jun
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Study the geology that makes the Genesee such a variable river. Meet at Hogsback Overlook.
Thu
20
Jun
Thursday, June 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Learn to recognize by sight
and sound some of the rich diversity
of our local bird life.
Binoculars recommended. May
caravan. Meet at Bear Hollow Trailhead.
Fri
21
Jun
Friday, June 21, 2024 08:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
In a less familiar realm of
sights and sounds, experience
the changing colors and moods
in the blending zone of daylight
and "nightlight". Star watching
will follow programs, weather
permitting. Flashlight recommended.
May caravan.Meet at Lower St. Helena parking lot.
Sat
22
Jun
Saturday, June 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
A new series of nature walks
aimed to immerse participants
into the diversity of habitats that
can be found in Letchworth State
Park. Meet at Castile entrance.
Mon
24
Jun
Monday, June 24, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3 – 6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world with volunteer Annie O'Reilly. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts, and a short nature walk. Registration is required by calling (585) 493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Mon
24
Jun
Monday, June 24, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Mini naturalists are children two years of age. Themes change and are focused on each season are the same as above. This is a half hour program immediately follows the Knee-High and is scheduled 11:30am to noon at HNC. It includes a story, simple craft, and a sing-along. Registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center.
Registration: Required
Wed
26
Jun
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
A new series of nature walks aimed to immerse participants into the diversity of habitats that can be found in Letchworth State Park. Bring a lunch. Meet at Dygert Road junction on River Road
Wed
26
Jun
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Get the big picture of the Genesee River and how its floods have affected people for thousands of years. Meet at Hogsback Overlook.
Sat
29
Jun
Saturday, June 29, 2024 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at 9:00 am,
bring water, a pack lunch and
sturdy footwear.
For those who enjoy the demand
of a longer hike, we will explore
2 of the parks longest trails
as we hike along the three canyons
of Letchworth State Park. 4½ hours,
3 miles or more.
Sun
30
Jun
Sunday, June 30, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Join us on various
topics as we discover what's
growing, singing, crawling,
emerging, or changing in our
springtime woods and fields
in the haunts of the nature center and
nearby. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center