Please Note: These Community Events Are Not Run by Wild Ones HGCNY.
Below Are Two Types of Stewardship Events: Upcoming Events and Weekly Events.
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May 13, 2026
MARSH! Invasives Removal and Tree Planting: NYS DEC Northern Montezuma Field Office
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Where: Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 NY-89, Savannah, NY 13146
Description: Volunteer with Montezuma Audubon Center and NYS DEC staff to remove woody invasive plants from forested off-trail wildlife habitat and replace them with native tree species! Participants will meet with staff at the Montezuma Audubon Center (2295 State Route 89, Savannah, NY 13146) at 9am and go over safety and plant identification before heading out to the work area in shared transportation. You will be given any and all tools necessary to dig out and/or cut back vegetation and plant trees including saws, pruners, gloves, PPE, and shovels. Hydration will be available at all times and lunch will be provided by the Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. An email will be sent to all registrants prior to the event with additional preparation information.
MARSH! – The Montezuma Alliance for the Restoration of Species and Habitats is a volunteer program for all that works on managing invasive species in various habitats in support of its partners in the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. The work is hands-on as we take on conservation projects to enhance Montezuma habitats and benefit wildlife.
For more information, call Cassidy Attanasio at 315-365-3588 ext. 201 or email [email protected]. See you out there!
May 20, 2026
MARSH! Pollinator Planting: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Where: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, 3395 US Route 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Description: Volunteer with Montezuma Audubon Center and US Fish and Wildlife Service staff at the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge (3395 US Route 20 EAST, Seneca Falls, NY 13148) to plant herbaceous plant species to create pollinator habitat! Participants will meet with staff in the parking lot at 9am and go over safety and planting techniques before heading out to the work area on foot. You will be given any and all tools necessary to plant including PPE, gloves, and hand tools. Hydration will be available at all times and lunch will be provided by the Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. An email will be sent to all registrants prior to the event with additional preparation information.
MARSH! – The Montezuma Alliance for the Restoration of Species and Habitats is a volunteer program for all that works on managing invasive species in various habitats in support of its partners in the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. The work is hands-on as we take on conservation projects to enhance Montezuma habitats and benefit wildlife.
For more information, call Cassidy Attanasio at 315-365-3588 ext. 201 or email [email protected]. See you out there!
Register: https://act.audubon.org/a/pollinator-planting-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge
May 23 & 27, 2026
MARSH! Invasive Grid Mapping: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 23, 2026 and Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Where: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, 3395 US Route 20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Description: Volunteer with Montezuma Audubon Center and US Fish and Wildlife Service staff at the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge (3395 US Route 20 EAST, Seneca Falls, NY 13148) to digitally map invasive plant species in off-trail wildlife habitat! Participants will meet with staff in the parking lot at 9am and go over safety and plant identification before heading out to the work area in shared transportation. You will be given any and all tools and training necessary to identify and log any invasive plant species present in the unit. Hydration will be available at all times and lunch will be provided by the Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. An email will be sent to all registrants prior to the event with additional preparation information.
MARSH! – The Montezuma Alliance for the Restoration of Species and Habitats is a volunteer program for all that works on managing invasive species in various habitats in support of its partners in the Montezuma Wetlands Complex. The work is hands-on as we take on conservation projects to enhance Montezuma habitats and benefit wildlife.
For more information, call Cassidy Attanasio at 315-365-3588 ext. 201 or email [email protected]. See you out there!
Register:
May 30, 2026
Land Stewardship | Trail Work Days at Lime Hollow
When: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, May 30, 2026
Where: Lime Hollow Environmental Education Campus, 3277 Gracie Rd, Cortland, NY 13045
Description: Join your friends at Lime Hollow and help us with fun projects around the property. Don’t forget work gloves, appropriate clothing and a water bottle. We will meet at our pavilion at our education campus.
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Wednesdays
April 15, 2026 to
May 27, 2026
Stewardship Wednesdays: Invasive Plant Pulling at Beaver Lake
When: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Wednesdays, April 15, 2026 to May 27, 2026
Where: Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Description: Looking for a way to make a difference? Join a naturalist bright and early every Wednesday morning for a weekly invasive species removal and help protect our native plant communities! Long pants and heavy-duty gloves are recommended.
Volunteers receive free park admission for the day.
Link: https://beaverlakenature.org/events/view/stewardship-wednesdays-invasive-plant-pulling/
Wednesdays
A-Team at Baltimore Woods
When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesdays
Where: Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY 13108
Description: What better place to be at 9:00am on a Wednesday than Baltimore Woods, getting some fresh air and contributing to the management and improvement of the land? It is a great way to meet hard-working, dedicated people, who share your care for the natural world! Stop by for coffee, snacks and socializing from 9:00-9:30am (all volunteers are welcome even if you are not on the A-Team) and then work with the A-Team from 9:30am-12:00pm.
Contact [email protected] or come to a Wednesday morning meeting to speak with our Director of Stewardship, David DuBois.
Wednesdays
January 21, 2026 to
June 24, 2026
no session 3/18/26
Volunteer Days at Lime Hollow
When: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesdays, January 21, 2026 to June 24, 2026, no session 3/18/26
Where: Lime Hollow Environmental Education Campus, 3277 Gracie Rd, Cortland, NY 13045
Description: Join your friends at Lime Hollow and help us maintain our trails. This is a wonderful volunteer opportunity for people passionate about helping Lime Hollow. Don’t forget work gloves, appropriate clothing and a water bottle. We will meet at our pavilion at our education campus.
1st and 3rd Saturdays
May 2 & 16, 2026
TREES Crew at Baltimore Woods
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1st and 3rd Saturdays
Where: Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, NY 13108
Description: Join us to get outside, learn about restoration and stewardship work, and meet other people interested in protecting the environment! Join the TREES crew to do invasive species management and native plant restoration to protect our preserve for generations to come. We will meet the first and third Saturday of the month.
Registration is not required, but you can reach out to [email protected] or fill out the TREES Crew Interest Form to be added to the TREES Crew email list. The TREES Crew is flexible and you do not have to attend every meeting to join us.
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