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Sat
05
Jan
Saturday, January 5, 2019 until Sunday, April 7, 2019 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Saturdays & Sundays from 10am to 5pm from January 5th to April 7th.
This citizen science project, sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is easy to do for experienced bird watchers and beginners alike! Learn about the lives and habits of our common feeder birds, and find out how you can become a citizen scientist at home. Count days are every Saturday and Sunday until April 7th.
Thu
17
Jan
Thursday, January 17, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at Bear Hollow #16 Trailhead on River Road 1/2 mile south of Ridge Road junction. Bring a lunch. Great vistas from the east bank of the Smokey Hollow Valley.
Sat
19
Jan
Saturday, January 19, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Family programs (one-hour duration) are held at 1pm on various natural history themes. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center Saturdays Jan 5th - Feb 9th.
Sat
19
Jan
Saturday, January 19, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Each nature ski hike meets at Trailside Lodge and will consist of a review of cross country skiing basics and maneuvers before exploring a mile or more of winter wonderland. These ski hikes will be nature walks and will be at the Humphrey Nature Center if the snow does not provide adequate ski conditions. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Sun
20
Jan
Sunday, January 20, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
This is a three or four mile ski hike for the advanced skiers that will meet at the Camper Contact Station, opposite the Perry Entrance. Skiers will be following the Big Flats Trail and sections of the Smokey Hollow Trail and the Park Road. The hike will include long up and down hill runs, which may require ski removal. IF adequate ski conditions do not exist, a two-mile nature hike will replace the ski hike.
Sun
20
Jan
Sunday, January 20, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Perry Ground, Onondaga Nation. Explorers, colonial relationships, reservations and lifestyles today are topics discussed and illustrated with artifacts and replica materials made by Native Peoples.
Sun
20
Jan
Sunday, January 20, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Slower paced journey in search of animal stories in the snow and the hidden life on tree bark. Each nature snowshoe walk meets at the Humphrey nature center and will consist of a review of snowshoe types before exploring a mile or so of winter wonderland. These snowshoe walks will be nature walks if the snow does not provide adequate snow depth. We also have some snowshoes that may be borrowed. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Mon
21
Jan
Monday, January 21, 2019 05:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
The special moonlight ski hike will begin at the Trailside Lodge. This ski hike will be in two parts. The first part reviews some evening precautions and skiing techniques followed by a one-mile loop over sparkling snow and gently rolling terrain. If the challenge of evening perception and balance suits you, after a short intermission part two consists of a different loop for another hour. If adequate ski conditions do not exist, a two-hour, one mile nature hike will replace the ski hike.
Wed
23
Jan
Wednesday, January 23, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
See this unique landform from the western rim of the canyon. Meet at the Hogsback Overlook (1 mile south of G.W. Harvey Pool at north end of the park). Bring a lunch.
Thu
24
Jan
Thursday, January 24, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
26
Jan
Saturday, January 26, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Family programs (one-hour duration) are held at 1pm on various natural history themes. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center Saturdays Jan 5th - Feb 9th.
Sat
26
Jan
Saturday, January 26, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Each nature ski hike meets at Trailside Lodge and will consist of a review of cross country skiing basics and maneuvers before exploring a mile or more of winter wonderland. These ski hikes will be nature walks and will be at the Humphrey Nature Center if the snow does not provide adequate ski conditions. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Sun
27
Jan
Sunday, January 27, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Explore the woods the brook drains before it plummets 500 feet to meet the Genesee River. Meet at the Castile Entrance Gate.
Sun
27
Jan
Sunday, January 27, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Each nature ski hike meets at Trailside Lodge and will consist of a review of cross country skiing basics and maneuvers before exploring a mile or more of winter wonderland. These ski hikes will be nature walks and will be at the Humphrey Nature Center if the snow does not provide adequate ski conditions. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Sun
27
Jan
Sunday, January 27, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Jeb McConnell, NYS DEC Wildlife Technician. Discussion of overall biology, hunting and management of Black Bears in New York and how you as a homeowner can avoid human-bear conflicts.
Sun
27
Jan
Sunday, January 27, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Slower paced journey in search of animal stories in the snow and the hidden life on tree bark. Each nature snowshoe walk meets at the Humphrey nature center and will consist of a review of snowshoe types before exploring a mile or so of winter wonderland. These snowshoe walks will be nature walks if the snow does not provide adequate snow depth. We also have some snowshoes that may be borrowed. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Mon
28
Jan
Monday, January 28, 2019 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Volunteer Annie O’Reilly, the Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short nature walk. Registration appreciated by calling 585-493-3680. This program is held every other Monday from January 14th to March 25th from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Registration: Optional
Thu
31
Jan
Thursday, January 31, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Travel to the heart of the Gardeau Valley and ponder the park's largest tree. Meet at Sycamore #22 Trailhead on River Road 1/4 mile south of Picket Line Road junction. Bring a lunch.
Thu
31
Jan
Thursday, January 31, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
02
Feb
Saturday, February 2, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Family programs (one-hour duration) are held at 1pm on various natural history themes. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center Saturdays Jan 5th - Feb 9th.
Sat
02
Feb
Saturday, February 2, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Each nature ski hike meets at Trailside Lodge and will consist of a review of cross country skiing basics and maneuvers before exploring a mile or more of winter wonderland. These ski hikes will be nature walks and will be at the Humphrey Nature Center if the snow does not provide adequate ski conditions. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Sun
03
Feb
Sunday, February 3, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Enjoy the area and unique plants surrounding several small frozen bogs. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.
Sun
03
Feb
Sunday, February 3, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Each nature ski hike meets at Trailside Lodge and will consist of a review of cross country skiing basics and maneuvers before exploring a mile or more of winter wonderland. These ski hikes will be nature walks and will be at the Humphrey Nature Center if the snow does not provide adequate ski conditions. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Sun
03
Feb
Sunday, February 3, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Suann Yang, SUNY Geneseo. A look into the interactions of non-native invasive plant species that can have enormous effects on our local habitats.
Sun
03
Feb
Sunday, February 3, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Dozen of galls will be available for study. The focus will be on the more common ones that can be found on woody plants in the winter.
Wed
06
Feb
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Journey into the valley and examine its crystalline waterfalls. Meet at Dygert Road junction on River Road. Bring a lunch
Thu
07
Feb
Thursday, February 7, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
09
Feb
Saturday, February 9, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Family programs (one-hour duration) are held at 1pm on various natural history themes. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center Saturdays Jan 5th - Feb 9th.
Sun
10
Feb
Sunday, February 10, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Venture across former farmland to a natural series of ponds, now surrounded by pines. Meet at the Trailside Lodge.
Sun
10
Feb
Sunday, February 10, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Slower paced journey in search of animal stories in the snow and the hidden life on tree bark. Each nature snowshoe walk meets at the Humphrey nature center and will consist of a review of snowshoe types before exploring a mile or so of winter wonderland. These snowshoe walks will be nature walks if the snow does not provide adequate snow depth. We also have some snowshoes that may be borrowed. If you have any questions or need other information, please call 585-493-3680.
Mon
11
Feb
Monday, February 11, 2019 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Volunteer Annie O’Reilly, the Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short nature walk. Registration appreciated by calling 585-493-3680. This program is held every other Monday from January 14th to March 25th from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Registration: Optional
Mon
11
Feb
Monday, February 11, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sun
17
Feb
Sunday, February 17, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Larry Windhauser, American Chestnut Foundation. Join us for an inspiring story guided by science to find a solution to the near extinction of American Chestnut trees.
Thu
21
Feb
Thursday, February 21, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Seek the valley of the Nameless Spirits with its tall pines and ancient hemlocks. Meet at the Trailside Lodge.
Thu
21
Feb
Thursday, February 21, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sun
24
Feb
Sunday, February 24, 2019 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Aaron Sullivan, Houghton College. Find out some fascinating discoveries about interactions between salamanders and snakes.
Sun
24
Feb
Sunday, February 24, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Over 100 dried specimens will be available for study. The focus will be on those species that aid in the decay of wood especially the conspicuous polypores which will be presented in a new taxomic order.
Mon
25
Feb
Monday, February 25, 2019 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Volunteer Annie O'Reilly, the Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short nature walk. Registration appreciated by calling 585-493-3680.This program is held every other Monday from January 14th to March 25th from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Registration: Optional
Wed
27
Feb
Wednesday, February 27, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
View floodplain scenes of the Northern End of Letchworth State Park, downstream of the Mt. Morris Dam. Meet at the Mt. Morris Entrance Gate. Bring a lunch.
Thu
28
Feb
Thursday, February 28, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
02
Mar
Saturday, March 2, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Saturdays March 2nd, 9th and 16th. Learn the entire history of maple sugaring, from sap to syrup. Programs cover history of maple sugaring, how maple syrup is made today, ample tree identification, and even some samples!
Sat
02
Mar
Saturday, March 2, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at the ice rink parking area off Elmwood Avenue. Bring a lunch. Explore the planting of this County Park where several of the early plantings have grown big enough to be the largest in the state. Bring a lunch.
Sun
03
Mar
Sunday, March 3, 2019 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Dozens of replicas will be available for study. The focus will be on those species that can be located in our area.
Sun
03
Mar
Sunday, March 3, 2019 05:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Visit the Middle and Upper Falls as they are rescued from winter's clutches by the melting shadows of the evening sky. Bring a flashlight. Meet at Inspiration Point.
Wed
06
Mar
Wednesday, March 6, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at the Perry Entrance Gate. Will car pool. Bring a lunch. Enjoy spectacular views of the Gardeau and Smokey Hollow Valleys.
Thu
07
Mar
Thursday, March 7, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
09
Mar
Saturday, March 9, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Saturdays March 2nd, 9th and 16th. Learn the entire history of maple sugaring, from sap to syrup. Programs cover history of maple sugaring, how maple syrup is made today, ample tree identification, and even some samples!
Sun
10
Mar
Sunday, March 10, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Witness the junction of the Silver Lake Outlet Bridge, one mile north of the Perry Entrance on main park road. Will car pool. Bring a lunch. Hike a loop across several ravines on the eastern slope above the former village site.
Mon
11
Mar
Monday, March 11, 2019 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Volunteer Annie O’Reilly, the Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short nature walk. Registration appreciated by calling 585-493-3680. This program is held every other Monday from January 14th to March 25th from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Registration: Optional
Mon
11
Mar
Monday, March 11, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Thu
14
Mar
Thursday, March 14, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Hike a loop across several ravines on the eastern slope above the former village site. Meet at junction of Oakland River Roads. Bring a lunch.
Sat
16
Mar
Saturday, March 16, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Saturdays March 2nd, 9th and 16th. Learn the entire history of maple sugaring, from sap to syrup. Programs cover history of maple sugaring, how maple syrup is made today, ample tree identification, and even some samples!
Sun
17
Mar
Sunday, March 17, 2019 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Breathe nature and history during a descent into the Jemison Homeland. Meet at Castile Entrance Gate. Will car pool. Bring a lunch.
Tue
19
Mar
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Venture into the valley that separates the beginning of the Great Bend Gorge and the end of the Portage Canyon. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring a lunch.
Wed
20
Mar
Wednesday, March 20, 2019 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at Mount Morris Entrance Gate. May car pool. General nature walk will explore forest and field in search of vernal greetings.
Wed
20
Mar
Wednesday, March 20, 2019 06:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at Archery Field Overlook. View the moonrise above the Great Bend Gorge as a full moon occurs on the Equinox this year.
Thu
21
Mar
Thursday, March 21, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
23
Mar
Saturday, March 23, 2019 until Sunday, March 24, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Join us for a weekend full of maple activities! Continual demonstrations of three different maples sugaring techniques will be doing on, including Iroquois stone boiling, iron pot fire pit boiling, and the use of a modern evaporator. Hourly walks led by park naturalists will highlight maple tree identification, how to tap a tree, and more! Pancake breakfasts will be available thanks to the Friends of Letchworth State Park from 10am to 1pm each day. Info@friendsofletchworth.com for more information or lager group logistics at least 5 days in advance.
Sun
24
Mar
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Learn about the life of our state bird, as well as some basic of nest box design and bluebird trails. This is an excellent primer for the Morning Bird Walk on April 26th or for anyone who would like to volunteer as a helper during the 23rd season of maintaining our Bluebird Trail. To date, more than 1,100 bluebirds have fledged from our boxes.
Sun
24
Mar
Sunday, March 24, 2019 10:00 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Meet at Castile Entrance Gate. May car pool. Bring a lunch. Explore the world of insect ecology and discover signs of insects at work. Find mysterious plant galls and study insect feeding behaviors.
Mon
25
Mar
Monday, March 25, 2019 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
By Volunteer Annie O’Reilly, the Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 (must be accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short nature walk. Registration appreciated by calling 585-493-3680. This program is held every other Monday from January 14th to March 25th from 10:30am to 11:15am.
Registration: Optional
Thu
28
Mar
Thursday, March 28, 2019 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Home Ecologist is a program geared towards home school families with children ages 6 – 12, except those noted ages 12+. Each month will focus on a different theme, as noted. Programs are free of charge, and pre-registration is not required but appreciated. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program.
Registration: Optional
Sat
30
Mar
Saturday, March 30, 2019 until Sunday, March 31, 2019 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680
Join us for a weekend full of maple activities! Continual demonstrations of three different maples sugaring techniques will be doing on, including Iroquois stone boiling, iron pot fire pit boiling, and the use of a modern evaporator. Hourly walks led by park naturalists will highlight maple tree identification, how to tap a tree, and more! Pancake breakfasts will be available thanks to the Friends of Letchworth State Park from 10am to 1pm each day. Info@friendsofletchworth.com for more information or lager group logistics at least 5 days in advance.