Events – Columbia County Current

Winter Hike/Snowshoe Adventure at Hand Hollow Conservation Are, Feb 4

Join Whale of a Trail and the Columbia Land Conservancy for a Snowshoe Adventure at the Hand Hollow Conservation area on Saturday, February 4th.

Join Whale of a Trail and the Columbia Land Conservancy for a Snowshoe Adventure at the Hand Hollow Conservation area on Saturday, February 4th.

There is so much to enjoy about being outdoors in the winter season despite the cold temperatures. Come learn about the science of snow, winter outdoor safety, navigation, identifying animal activity and more. In the event there is not enough snow, we will enjoy a winter hike.

Some snowshoe experience is recommended for this adventure.

Things to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing and footwear, and water. Snowshoes will be provided, but please bring your own if you have them.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, February 4, 2023 / 1:30pm – 3pm

LOCATION: Hand Hollow Conservation Area
4079 County Route 9
East Chatham, NY

COST/REGISTRATION:
Free
Registration is required. Contact Jenifer Rosete at Jenifer.Rosete@clctrust.org to register.

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http://clctrust.org
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Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252

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Columbia Land Conservancy Nature Quest Hike at Drowned Lands, Dec 7

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy and Roe Jan Library as we hike the Nature Quest trail at Drowned Lands Swamp Conservation Area

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy and Roe Jan Library as we hike the Nature Quest trail at Drowned Lands Swamp Conservation Area and learn about the animals that live there. Nature Quest booklets will be provided where we will be collecting stamps of different wetland creatures that can be found there.

What to expect? A short walk along the Wetland Trail as we search for each Nature Quest stop.

Things to bring? Water and weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, December 7, 2022 / 1:15pm – 2:30

LOCATION: Drowned Lands Swamp Conservation Area
645 County Route 3

COST/REGISTRATION: free
Register here

MORE:
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Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252

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Columbia Land Conservancy & Cornell Cooperative ‘Star Lore’ Event, Nov 15

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy and Cornell Cooperative Extension at Ooms Conservation Area to explore the night sky on Tuesday, November 15th.

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy and Cornell Cooperative Extension at Ooms Conservation Area to explore the night sky on Tuesday, November 15th. Human cultures have directed their gaze towards the heavens for thousands of years. Justin Wexler of Wild Hudson Valley will guide for a night of learning about the importance of the stars, the moon, and the darkness of night for Northeastern Native Peoples.

Please dress appropriately for the weather. All are welcome for this fun family event!

Things to bring: Water, weather appropriate clothing and footwear, binoculars.

Difficulty level: We will be walking the Pond Loop up to the overlook. These trails include inclines, loose gravel, roots, mowed grass paths, and may be muddy if it’s recently rained.

Questions? Please contact Jenifer Rosete at Jenifer.Rosete@clctrust.org.

DATE/TIME: Tuesday, November 15, 2022 / 5pm – 6:30pm

LOCATION: Ooms Conservation Area
480 Rock City Road
Chatham, NY 12037

COST/REGISTRATION: $15
Register here

MORE:
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Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252

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The Great Backyard Bird Count, Feb 19

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy on Saturday February 19th at Ooms Conservation Area in Chatham, and experienced birder Will Yandik for a morning counting birds!

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy on Saturday February 19th at Ooms Conservation Area in Chatham, and experienced birder Will Yandik for a morning counting birds!

Bring binoculars, wear weather appropriate clothing: layers, hat, gloves, warm shoes

Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count was the first online citizen-science project to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real-time.

Now, more than 160,000 people of all ages and walks of life worldwide join the four-day count each February to create an annual snapshot of the distribution and abundance of birds.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, February 19, 2022 / 8am

LOCATION: Ooms Conservation Area
480 Rock City Rd.
Chatham, NY 12037

COST/REGISTRATION:
Free
Registration is required. Visit clctrust.org to register.

MORE:
http://clctrust.org
facebook.com/ColumbiaLandConservancy

Columbia Land Conservancy Inc.
49 Main Street Chatham, NY
info@clctrust.org
518.392.5252

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Greenhouse Cidery Reopening Weekend, May 2021

The Greenhouse Cidery at Chatham Berry Farm is reopening this weekend – Thursday 5/6, Friday 5/7 & Saturday 5/8!

The Greenhouse Cidery at Chatham Berry Farm is reopening this weekend – Thursday 5/6, Friday 5/7 & Saturday 5/8! The Cidery will have their own small batch hard cider on tap + a great selection of NY made beers, wines and spirits.

Yummy Kitchen will be back for the 2021 Season – Get ready for the BEST pan-Asian cuisine prepared on site from fresh & delicious ingredients!

Masks required and social distancing.

DATE/TIME: Thursday May 6, Friday May 7 & Saturday May 8 / 5pm-9pm

LOCATION: The Greenhouse Cidery at The Chatham Berry Farm
2309 Route 203,
Chatham, NY 12037

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