WEBSTER

Join us and Canandaigua Botanical Society for an all-ages excursion at Gosnell Big Woods to identify tree species and learn about how trees survive the winter.

NORTH ROSE

Join Jim and Martha Miller for a special walk on their private land - a beautiful woods and creek that's a haven for local wildlife. We'll learn where and how to look for signs of life, including the elusive fisher (aka "fisher cat"), wild turkeys, and beaver. All ages welcome.

CHILI

Start the New Year with a cocoa toast to celebrate the return of the fisher to Brookdale Preserve and Genesee Valley Greenway State Park. Learn cool critter facts in this all ages and abilities event.

HENRIETTA

If you or a farmer you know is interested in learning more about transition planning, please join us for a free light dinner, Q&A, and resource information session.

ROCHESTER

Join us for a light lunch, brief presentation, and opportunities for feedback. Spanish and American Sign Language interpreters on site. Advance registration is appreciated for planning, but not required.

ROCHESTER

Join the Genesee Land Trust on a one mile walk to explore the geology of the Seth Green area. Sign-up for 10 AM or 12 PM. All ages and abilities welcome. ASL interpreter available upon request.

PENFIELD
Soak in nature’s sights and sounds as you enjoy a moonlit night in the woods and meadow. This special after-hours event includes quiet mindfulness practices to improve overall wellbeing.

ROCHESTER

Join Genesee Land Trust for a leisurely stroll at Genesee Valley Park to enjoy the sights and sounds of Fall including leaves, birds, and a brief history of this great park. Flat, paved trails will lead us to Curtis Point, which overlooks the Genesee River and Erie Canal.

HILTON
Join us for a morning of fall fishing lessons at Salmon Creek Nature Preserve for new and experienced anglers of all ages. Let’s see if we can catch and release some salmon in Salmon Creek - and have fun trying!

ONTARIO

Join us for the opening of Deer Creek Woods Preserve, the 19th public nature preserve created thanks to Genesee Land Trust donors, partners and volunteers.

ONTARIO

Help prepare our newest nature preserve for its opening celebration the following week!

ROCHESTER
Join us for an all-ages and abilities walk to discover the history and hidden gems of this Olmsted-designed park.

MACEDON
Explore the shady cool creek and the sunny, butterfly-filled meadow at this beautiful property with our Preserve Manager and the Canandaigua Botanical Society.

ROCHESTER - Celebrate the Genesee River at this new community party. We’re closing Driving Park Bridge and taking it over with LIVE entertainment, free food, games, local vendors, info tables and more! You can also join a guided tour of Lower Falls to learn about its vibrant history, including its role in the Underground Railroad.

MACEDON
A volunteer work event for all ages to help construct a trail bridge at this beautiful, butterfly-filled property.

IONIA
Watch the sun set and enjoy s’mores around a bonfire to celebrate the Summer Solstice. On the longest day of the year we’ll tour Wild Hill Farm (an organic CSA) and learn about it from farmer Erin Bullock. Genesee Land Trust protected this land so it will always grow food, not houses.

PARMA
A volunteer work event for all ages to help construct the all-new accessible observation deck at Salmon Creek Nature Preserve.

ROCHESTER
Join us for an all-ages and abilities guided birding walk with Loretta Morrell from Genesee Valley Audubon Society.

ROCHESTER
Join local biologist and wetlands expert Martha Zettel for an all-ages adventure. In addition to exploring the trail for signs of spring, Martha’s bringing interactive materials to introduce you to the wonders of life in wetlands. Please prepare for muddy conditions and dress for the weather.

BRIGHTON
Hours TBD. Purchase native plants to support Genesee Land Trust and local habitat conservation.

Williamson
Enjoy hands-on art activities for all ages as we celebrate the beauty of Lake Ontario. From apple stamps and photo classes to a poetry writing workshop and Plein Air painting demos - there’s something for everyone. Free arts and crafts supplies will be available.

WEBSTER
Come plant trees and enjoy magnificent old growth woods with us and Friends of Webster Trails. There’s something to do for all ages and abilities.

WILLIAMSON
A volunteer work event for all ages to help maintain the trails along the shore of Lake Ontario at Cornwall Preserve.

ROCHESTER
Join local biologist and wetlands expert Martha Zettel for an all-ages adventure. In addition to exploring the trail for signs of spring, Martha’s bringing interactive materials to introduce you to the wonders of life in wetlands. Please prepare for muddy conditions and dress for the weather.

ROCHESTER
All ages and abilities are welcome to come help clean up Maplewood Park Rose Garden. Gloves, trash nabbers and garbage bags will be provided (if you have your own equipment, you are welcome to bring it).

ONLINE
Meet the local artist that made “Bobolink” - the 2023 RoCo exhibit winner of the Genesee Land Trust award for art that celebrates nature. Julie Lambert will share her paper-making process and her inspiration for the piece, as well as how nature plays into her work overall. Advance registration appreciated.

ROCHESTER
Beat the winter blues with a 1-hour morning walk along the Genesee River. Join Kevin Farrell, Director of Conservation Programs, as we explore part of Genesee Valley Park.

ROCHESTER
Start off the year with a gentle walk along the flat, stone dust Genesee Greenway Trail. We’ll meet at Brookdale Preserve, and folks can go up to 4 miles round trip. Warm drinks and light snacks will be provided.

IONIA
Watch the sunrise on the shortest day of the year as we walk through Wild Hill Farm and learn about it from farmer Erin Bullock. Genesee Land Trust protected this land so it will always grow food, not houses.

WILLIAMSON
Spend Black Friday outside exploring the Storybook Trail at Cornwall Preserve. Enjoy a sweet story in a beautiful setting - great for all ages.