Stewardship Events

MARSH! Woody Invasives Removal: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 8 & 15, 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 remove woody invasive plants from forested off-trail wildlife habitat! Participants will meet with staff at 9am in the parking lot and go over safety and plant identification before heading out to the work area on foot. You will be given any and all tools necessary to dig out and/or cut back vegetation 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!

Register:

• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-woody-invasives-removal-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge for 4/8/26
• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-woody-invasives-removal-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-1 for 4/15/26

Beautify Beaver Lake

When: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Friday, April 17, 2026

Where: Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Description: The melted snow has uncovered some winter litter in the park. Come be a part of the beautification process and help clean up the trails before Earth Day! Trash bags and gloves will be provided.

Volunteers receive free park admission for the day.

Link: https://beaverlakenature.org/events/view/beautify-beaver-lake/

Tree Planting with CNY Land Trust

When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026

Where: O’Neill Family Farm Preserve in Skaneateles, NY

Description: Rain or shine, help us plant 3,500 more trees at our O’Neill Family Farm Preserve in Skaneateles! 

Join us for the whole day or just a few hours – whatever works for you. 

Pizza will be provided for lunch. 

Please bring your own water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, rain gear, etc. if you need it. 

Link: https://www.volunteercny.org/need/detail/?need_id=1169861 Directions and maps will be added to the site as we finalize the details of the day.

Canal Clean Sweep with the Great Swamp Conservancy

When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026

Where: 7585 North Court Street, Canastota, NY, 13032

Description: Join us in cleaning up the Canalway Trail, a part of the Erie Canal! All materials are included!

We will meet in the parking lot on N. Court St. Spur near the intersection of N. Court St. and Canal Road in Canastota.

Ages 6 and up, a great activity for families.

Please let the Great Swamp Conservancy know you will be volunteering that day by emailing [email protected]. Gloves and trash bags will be provided.

Link: https://www.greatswampconservancy.org/events-1/2026/4/18/canal-clean-sweep

Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps Earth Day Cleanup

When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026

Where: NYSDEC Onondaga Lake Visitors Center, 280 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY 13209

Description: Join the Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps for our 7th Annual Earth Day Cleanup Event. Participants will pick up debris on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. along the Onondaga Lake shoreline and learn from National Audubon Society staff and volunteers about birds, other wildlife, and the importance of healthy habitats in the Onondaga Lake watershed. Participants should wear shoes or boots, long pants and sleeves, and bring work gloves. Limited work gloves will be available. Plastic bags will be provided. The event will take place rain or shine. We’ll meet at the NYSDEC Onondaga Lake Visitors Center.

Onondaga Lake is an Audubon Important Bird Area that provides habitat, food, and water sources that many bird species depend upon for survival during the winter months. Some of the most abundant bird species that rely on Onondaga Lake are the Bald Eagle, Common Merganser, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Common Goldeneye, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser, Mallard, Redhead, and Ring-necked Duck.

This cleanup is part of the OCRRA Earth Day Litter Cleanup 2026.

Space is limited and registration is required by completing the form on this page. Call 315.365.3588 or email [email protected] with questions.   

Registration Required: https://act.audubon.org/a/olcc-earth-day-cleanup-saturday-april-18-10-am

MARSH! Tree Inventory: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 25, 2026 & Wednesday, April 29, 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 inventory and maintain native tree species from previous plantings! Participants will meet with staff in the parking lot at 9am and go over safety and plant identification resources before heading out to the work area in shared transportation. You will be given any and all tools necessary to identify and record any tree species you encounter. 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/marsh-tree-inventory-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge for 4/25/26
• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-tree-inventory-montezuma-national-wildlife-refuge-1for 4/29/26

“Love where You Play” Stewardship Day at Lime Hollow

When: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, April 25, 2026

Where: Lime Hollow Environmental Education Campus, 3277 Gracie Rd, Cortland, NY 13045

Description: Join us for Lime Hollow’s annual stewardship workday complete with projects for people of all ages and abilities and a celebration to thank everyone for their hard work and commitment to the natural beauty of the Lime Hollow Nature Center!

The day will start with a variety of service projects from 9:30-11:30 including invasive plant removal, native tree planting, mulching trails, tree potting, and seed starting!

Once everyone has worked up an appetite, stay for a community cookout celebration.

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3cZnqbX6f4YJSVIwUa2mk3PNZLz_CA-NFFSYjqVz6b1dzYg/viewform

Link: https://www.limehollow.org/love-where-you-play

Earth Day Stewardship Project at Baltimore Woods

When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., Saturday, April 25, 2026

Where: Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Rd, Marcellus, NY 13108

Description: Be a part of the annual Baltimore Woods restoration project to celebrate Earth Day/Week! Join the Baltimore Woods Nature Center Stewardship Team to plant trees as part of habitat restoration at the Baltimore Woods Preserve and then have a pizza party for lunch!

More details: This event has projects for all ages! Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Be sure to bring enough water, closed toed shoes, and tick deterrent of your choice. Dress accordingly. Parking directions will be emailed in advance of the work project.

Registration Required: https://secure.everyaction.com/vzAnGwEnwki5KRaBEpQrDg2

Links: https://baltimorewoods.org/event/earth-day-stewardship-project-2026/

Tully Rotary Micro Forest Project

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, April 26, 2026

Where: Tully Town Walking Path, 5833 Meeting House Rd, Tully, NY 13159

Description: Tully Rotary has set a date, Sunday, April 26 for planting of a new microforest in the Town Park. A microforest is a new concept in the US but is gaining popularity as its benefits are becoming more well known. Microforests create all of the biodiversity of large native forests in small patches of property. They are islands of trees and shrubs that provide feed and habitat for insects, birds and small animals. The Tully microforest will be one of the first planted in New York State and follows others around the US and the world. Local microforests are teaching tools for children and community members about the values of forest biodiversity while providing wonderful variety to walking trails.

Interested groups include NYS DEC, SUNY Forestry, Tully Scouts, and many families around the area. Groups and individuals will plant native tree and shrub seedlings as well as help prepare the site along the town walking path on Meeting House Road from 9AM until 3PM on Sunday, April 26. Visitors are welcome to witness the planting or participate by signing up at the link below on a first-come-first-served basis.

Register: https://forms.gle/YV8tSfXQ4sm9Uahr5

Link: https://tullyrotary.com/ Scroll down until you reach the TREES Initiative. Keep scrolling past the tree‑giveaway details, and you’ll see the Microforest announcement.

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/

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.

Links: https://baltimorewoods.org/the-a-team/

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.

Link: https://www.limehollow.org/volunteerdays

MARSH! Honeysuckle Popping: Montezuma Audubon Center

When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2026, Saturday, April 18, 2026, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, and Saturday, May 2, 2026

Where: Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 NY-89, Savannah, NY 13146

Description: Volunteer with Audubon staff at the Montezuma Audubon Center (2295 State Route 89, Savannah, NY 13146) to remove woody invasive honeysuckle from forested off-trail wildlife habitat! Participants will meet with staff at the center at 9am and go over safety and plant identification before heading out to the work area on foot. You will be given any and all tools necessary to dig out and/or cut back vegetation including saws, pruners, gloves, PPE, our tool of choice “honeysuckle popper”, 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!

Register:

• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-honeysuckle-popping-montezuma-audubon-center for 4/11/26
• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-honeysuckle-popping-montezuma-audubon-center-1 for 4/18/26
• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-honeysuckle-popping-montezuma-audubon-center-2 for 4/22/26
• https://act.audubon.org/a/marsh-gardening-and-honeysuckle-popping-montezuma-audubon-center for 5/2/26

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] 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.

Links: https://baltimorewoods.org/treescrew/