Blue Door by Kate Frank Cohen

Photography in the Landscape Exhibition

Saturday, April 14th - Saturday, May 26th

All Ages

Free

Roe Jan Library

9091 Route 22, Hillsdale

An exhibition that calls attention to the natural and agricultural beauty of Columbia County.


2011 BBQ wide shot

2012 Country Barbecue

Sunday, May 27th 4:30pm - 8:00pm

All Ages

David Rockefeller’s Clum and Patchen Farm- 2635 Route 9, Livingston

Join 1,000 supporters of local conservation at a beautiful Columbia County farm for a barbecue featuring local food, an array of wines, and locally brewed beer. The fundraiser is the final event of CLC’s 25th anniversary celebration.


Greenport

Wednesday Wandering at Greenport

Wednesday, May 30th 10:00am - 11:30am

Greenport Conservation Area – 54 Daisy Hill Rd, Greenport

All Ages

Free

Learn about the history of the site, look for wildlife, and have a chance to familiarize yourself with the trails.

To register, contact Marcia Cary at 518.392.5252, ext. 202 or marcia@clctrust.org.

Wednesday Wandering Full Schedule


Herbal Walk and Workshop

Saturday, June 9th 9:00am - 11:30am

Hand Hollow Conservation Area – 4079 County Route 9, New Lebanon

All Ages

Free

Join certified herbalist, Margo Mullein of Walking Root Herb Education Center, for a walk and talk on the essence of spring and the medicinal wild herbs that are abundant at this time of the year. Participants will have an opportunity to make herbal infused vinegar and enjoy native storytelling. This program is being offered as part of Lebanon Valley Business Association’s Herbal Weekend.

To register, contact Lauren Haberland at 518.392.5252, ext. 214 or lauren@clctrust.org.


Boy with animal

Wet & Wiggly Pond Exploration

Thursday, June 14th 10:00am - 11:00am

Schor Conservation Area – Pavilion – 58 Shoreview Dr, Canaan

Ages 3 - 6 with Adult

Free

Explore the wet and wiggly creatures that live in or near the pond. We’ll use nets to get a closer look at the noisy bullfrogs, twitchy tadpoles, and the crazy crayfish. We may even spot a turtle basking in the sun. Program includes story time, arts & crafts, an educational program, and free play.

To register, contact Jenny Brinker at 518.392.5252, ext. 210 or jenny@clctrust.org.


Nature Quester

Nature Quest Passport Workshop

Sunday, June 17th 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Schor Conservation Area – Pavilion – 58 Shoreview Dr, Canaan

All Ages

Free

Nature Quest is a treasure hunt! You use clues in the passport to find treasure boxes hidden at nine of our Public Conservation Areas. The clues will lead you through amazing wildlife habitats and across interesting historical and natural features. At the end of each quest there is a waterproof box that contains a special stamp, an ink pad, and a logbook. Use the stamp to mark your passport, then sign or stamp the logbook (see highlights).

At the workshop participants will learn how to find the clues, make their own stamps, and begin their Quest. Participants will receive a free print out of the Schor quest. Just for the workshop, there will also be a special new quest set up for participants who previously completed the Schor quest.

To register, contact Jenny Brinker at 518.392.5252, ext. 210 or jenny@clctrust.org.


water chestnut removal

5th Annual Water Chestnut Removal

Tuesday, June 19th - Saturday, June 23rd 8:00am - 12:00pm

Hand Hollow Conservation Area – 387 Gale Hill Rd, New Lebanon

Older Children and Adults

Free

Join the Columbia Land Conservancy for educational programs and work days on the water as we remove this non-native, highly invasive species. CLC will be showing volunteers how to remove these aquatic plants and dispose of them properly. CLC will provide volunteers with waders, gloves, canoes, and kayaks. If you have your own, bring them along! snacks and beverages will be provided. Volunteers can come for a portion of the day or the entire morning during any of the five days.

To register, contact Jenny Brinker at 518.392.5252, ext. 210 or jenny@clctrust.org.


Jon's Pond at Schor Conservation Area

Wednesday Wandering at Schor

Wednesday, June 27th 10:00am - 11:30am

Schor Conservation Area – 58 Shoreview Dr, Canaan

All Ages

Free

Learn about the history of the site, look for wildlife, and have a chance to familiarize yourself with the trails.

To register, contact Marcia Cary at 518.392.5252, ext. 202 or marcia@clctrust.org.

Wednesday Wandering Full Schedule


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