Please note: these Community Events are not run by Wild Ones HGCNY
November 28, 2025
Animal Mysteries – Guided Walk at Green Lakes State Park
When: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, November 28, 2025
Where: Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Description: Join an educator on this family friendly program to learn more about the wildlife found all around us. We will be walking roughly 1 mile. Wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for outside! Meet at the Environmental Education Center. Registration is not required
November 29, 2025
Birdwatching for Science at Rice Creek Field Station
When: 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Saturday, December 13, 2025
Where: Rice Creek Field Station, 193 Thompson Road, Oswego, NY 13126
Description: Have you always been interested in birdwatching, but don’t know where to begin? Or perhaps you are already familiar with local birds, and wish to channel your passion into science?
Whether you are just getting started, or are already experienced with birding, this program is a welcoming space to learn, enjoy, and contribute to science. Those unfamiliar with birds will learn tips on identifying common backyard birds. Those already experienced can count the birds they see for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s “Project Feederwatch” community science program — a bird monitoring program that has been operating throughout North America for almost 40 years. Data submitted to the program are used to study bird behavior and long-term trends in bird populations to inform conservation.
Visitors can expect to see 5 to 14 species of birds during their visit, depending on the weather and the length of time they watch. All birdwatching takes place from the comfort of the indoors. Photography is welcome.
This weekly program takes place on Saturdays (except the first of the month) from 9:30 to 10:45 am. Visitors are encouraged to stay for the Guided Nature Walk taking place these same Saturdays at 11 am.
November 29, 2025
Old Growth Hike at Green Lakes State Park
When: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, November 29, 2025
Where: Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Description: Join us this Holiday weekend for a hike through the Old Growth Forest. This moderate trail goes over some hilly and uneven surfaces. This hike will be roughly 3 – 4 miles. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Bring water and trekking poles if you would like. Meet at the Environmental Education Center. Registration is not required
November 29, 2025
Guided Nature Walk at Rice Creek Field Station
When: 11 a.m., Saturday, November 29, 2025
Where: Rice Creek Field Station, 193 Thompson Road, Oswego, NY 13126
Description: Rice Creek’s naturalists will be your guides as you explore the forests, fields, wetlands, and waterways of Rice Creek Field Station, a 350-acre wildlife preserve dedicated to supporting research and education.
These free walks are open to the general public and suitable for all ages. Walks are 1 mile or less over gentle to moderate terrain on one of Rice Creek’s four trails, and approximately 1 hour in length. Adult- and youth-sized snowshoes (for ages 3+) are available in winter, trail conditions permitting. If snow is insufficient, we will go on a boot walk. Sturdy snow- or hiking boots should be worn in winter regardless.
During the walk, a naturalist will discuss the cultural and ecological history of Rice Creek from its early days as working farmland to today. Additionally, the naturalist will identify and interpret discoveries such as animal sightings, plant blooms, seasonal changes, and more. Participants are encouraged to keep their eyes open for discoveries and ask questions along the way. Photography, journaling, and sketching are all welcome activities during the walk.
Participants should come dressed for the weather and tick prevention. Boots are advisable as trails may be muddy, especially during late fall, winter, and spring. An adult must accompany children under 17 years of age. For questions, please reach out to the Rice Creek staff at [email protected] or 315.312.6677.