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SUMMARY:Watercolors & Walk
DESCRIPTION:Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? \n\n\nJoin our educators in a relaxing and uplifting night of Watercolor painting and then a walk to decrease stress and increase those endorphins.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/watercolors-walk/
LOCATION:Allegany State Park\, 2373 ASP\, US-1\, Salamanca\, 14779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegany State Park":MAILTO:AlleganySP@parks.ny.gov
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SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Beavers\, Muskrats\, and More!
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorers (Children 3 – 8 with an adult)\nBeavers\, Muskrats\, and More! \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026\n10:00 – 11:30 a.m. \n$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members\n$9 Children 3 – 8 \nPaid reservations required by Thursday\, April 9\, 2026. \nLittle Explorers ages 3- 8 and their adults can join Audubon to learn more about the mammals that rely on ponds and their connecting waterways. \nSpend some time exploring these wetland spaces and you might see signs of beavers building dams\, otters catching food\, and muskrats swimming between the edge of the pond and their temporary lodges. These ponds and streams are important habitats for many aquatic mammals. \nAfter a short hands-on lesson indoors exploring the behaviors\, diets\, and habits of western NY’s wetland mammals\, head outside to search along the pond edges and look for beaver chews\, otter tracks\, and muskrat slides. \nA snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time. \nSpecial Information: This program takes place rain or shine\, please dress for the weather. \nClues like beaver chews on trees and logs are an important sign that beavers are in the area\, even if the animal itself is hiding. Learn more about beavers and other wetland mammals at ACNC’s Little Explorers on April 11. 
URL:https://mychq.org/event/little-explorers-beavers-muskrats-and-more/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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SUMMARY:Audubon Mud Camp
DESCRIPTION:Mud Camp (Children 4 – 12) \nMonday\, April 6\, 2026\n(Also on Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026)\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nWednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n(Also on Monday\, April 6\, 2026)\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \n$48 Children; $36 Nature Center members\n$5 sibling discount \nPaid reservations required by Thursday\, April 2. \nChildren ages 4 – 12 can join Audubon educators to explore the world as spring arrives. \nSpring break brings with it a lot of natural spring too! Campers will adventure outdoors to find signs of spring\, search for emerging and migrating animals and plants\, and likely discover the importance of mud as the snow and ice melt and the world softens. \nChildren will go outside\, so please make sure they are dressed for the weather\, with extras of anything that might get wet (which means everything!). Pack a lunch and snacks that don’t need refrigeration and a water bottle. \nSpecial Information: Pack extras of all clothing and outerwear as kids will get wet and possibly muddy. Pack a lunch\, snacks\, and a water bottle. Make sure their name is on outwear and water bottles. \nChildren ages 4 – 12 can play\, explore\, and learn at one of the Mud Camps at Audubon on April 6.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/audubon-mud-camp/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
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SUMMARY:Beaver Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:National Beaver Day is April 7th! \n\n\nJoin us to learn more about these industrious animals.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/beaver-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Allegany State Park\, 2373 ASP\, US-1\, Salamanca\, 14779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegany State Park":MAILTO:AlleganySP@parks.ny.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T220000
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SUMMARY:Audubon Lights!
DESCRIPTION:Audubon Lights (All) \n$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members\n$9 Children 3 – 15; free 2 and under \nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \nAudubon lights up the early spring with a half-mile long trail of lights after sunset. Walk a luminary-lit trail past ponds that reflect the illuminated trees and stars above. Creative light displays\, animal silhouettes\, and more highlight natural features in new ways. The lights help highlight and celebrate the seasonal change from winter to spring and Spring Peepers provide the perfect soundtrack to this nighttime nature walk. While luminaries light the trail edges\, some sections are darker than others so a flashlight may be helpful. \nThe trail ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire\, hot drinks\, and snacks for sale\, as well as live entertainment. The Nature Center building will be open during the event so you can play in the indoor nature play area\, visit the live animals\, or shop in the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Entertainment may move inside during inclement weather. \nPurchase LED light trinkets at the entrance for additional fun (and to help locate children in the dark). Bring cash to make purchasing easier. \nSpecial Information: Please bring a flashlight as a backup in case you need it on dark sections of the trail. Parking lots have lights\, but there will be an un-lit overflow parking lot used on crowded nights. Food and other goods for sale are easiest to purchase with cash\, so please bring cash for small purchases. The Nature Center building will not re-open for Audubon Lights until a half an hour before the event start. \nEnjoy a luminary-lit trail of lights at Audubon Lights on weekends from March 20 through April 4.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/audubon-lights/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Raptor Migration at the Ripley Hawk Watch with Devin Banning
DESCRIPTION:First Friday (Adult+)\nRaptor Migration at the Ripley Hawk Watch with Devin Banning \nFriday\, April 3\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – Noon \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 9 – 15 \nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \nJoin Devin Banning to learn more about raptor migration and the Ripley Hawk Watch. \nEvery spring from March 15 to May 15\, volunteers join the Ripley Hawk Watch to witness and document the spectacle of raptor and passerine migration. Each season an average of 15\,000 – 20\,000 raptors pass over the site. The watch is uniquely situated on a busy flyway for bird\, bat\, and butterfly migration. Documenting the seasonal movements of these organisms provides important data to help scientists and others understand the natural world. \nAbout the speaker: Devin Banning is a recent graduate of SUNY Fredonia. He currently works as a Music Teacher at Alden High School. Though his career choice is in music\, he is an avid birder and amateur naturalist. Devin is a co-founder of the Chautauqua-Warren Birding Association (CWBA)\, one of the coordinators of the Ripley Hawk Watch\, and frequently leads programs and birding outings with Katelyn Davis for the CWBA and Buffalo Ornithological Society. \nSpecial Information: If you’d like to bring a packed lunch\, you can visit attendees and the speaker after the program. \nJoin Devin Banning at 11:00 a.m. on April 3 to learn about raptor migration and Ripley Hawk Watch at Audubon’s First Friday program.  
URL:https://mychq.org/event/first-friday-raptor-migration-at-the-ripley-hawk-watch-with-devin-banning/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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SUMMARY:Fly Fishing Retreat at Hideaway Bay!
DESCRIPTION:Fly Fishing Retreat at Hideaway Bay! \nWhat’s Included:• 1 1/2 Day Guided Fishing Retreat  • Bourbon Pairing Dinner  • Two Night Stay at Hideaway Bay Resort • Sauna Sessions and Nightly Bonfire & Cigars  \nWhat You’ll Need:• Boots & Waders • Sun Glasses • Weather Appropriate Attire for Fishing • Bathing Suit or Athletic Wear for the Sauna • NYS Fishing License (At Least 2 Days) • Ability to navigate a stream. \nFishing Excursion:Join us for a walk-and-wade fishing experience in the Lake Erie Watershed targeting trophey steelhead and possibly some lake-run smallmouth bass!You’ll be guided by some of the most experienced local guides in WNY who know these waters inside and out.From catching chromers in beautiful Zoar Valley to battling smallies by the lake\, you’ll be in the best hands possible to hook that trophy fish you’ve been after. \nMeet your Guides!• Tyler Hageman – aroundthebendflyfishing.com• Nick Sagnibene – flyfishingthe716.com \nCall to Book Your Stay: 716-868-2975 \n\nThis rate is offered in conjunction with Hideaway Bay Resort. To foster a group connection\, this trip is only offered as a package deal. Feel free to book separate trips through our guides’ websites. \nFishing our streams can sometimes involve wild places with chalanging terain. We ask that you feel confident in your abilities to navigate a stream bank.If you have physical limitations\, please let us know so we can adjust acordingly to make your trip as comfortable as we can . \nboots\, waders\, and weather appropriate clothing including rain jackets are required
URL:https://mychq.org/event/fly-fishing-retreat-at-hideaway-bay/
LOCATION:Hideaway Bay Resort\, 42 Lake Ave\, Silver Creek\, 14136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hideaway Bay Resort":MAILTO:events@hideawaybayresortny.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T170000
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SUMMARY:Wine on the Trail and Yard Smarts Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:This month\, join Conservationist Carol Markham and Wilds\, Engagement\, and Stewardship Coordinator Bethany O’Hagan for an evening exploring Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park. \n\nCelebrate the Spring equinox with this special edition of Wine on the Trail. On this first day of spring\, come sip\, stroll\, while also learning how to help protect our watersheds. Bring community and nature together as we learn practical tips for watershed-friendly landscaping and enjoy a hike paired with your favorite beverage as we kick off another successful year of our Yard Smarts initiative. \n\nThis is a free event intended for adults\, no RSVP needed. Please dress accordingly. \nCheck www.chautauquawatershed.org/events for the most accurate event updates.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/wine-on-the-trail-and-yard-smarts-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park\, 114 Dale Dr\, Cassadaga\, 14718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy":MAILTO:info@chautauquawatershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T113000
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SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Camouflage and Coloration
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorers (Children 3 – 8 with an adult)\nCamouflage and Coloration \nSaturday\, March 14\, 2026\n10:00 – 11:30 a.m. \n$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members\n$9 Children 3 – 8 \nPaid reservations required by Thursday\, March 12\, 2026. \nJoin Audubon to explore the ways both predators and prey use camouflage as an important survival tool\, whether they are matching the colors and patterns of their surroundings or mimicking other plants or animals. \nThe fur\, feathers\, and shells of many animals are able to blend into the backdrop of the forests and fields\, while other animals take it a step further and mimic the leaves or branches around them. After a short hands-on lesson indoors exploring how animals use different types of camouflage\, head outside to look for signs of those animals and test your own camouflage skills in the forests and fields. \nA snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time. \nSpecial Information: This program takes place rain or shine\, please dress for the weather \nSome animals\, like Katydids\, camouflage by mimicking leaves or other plant parts. Learn more about the types of animal camouflage at ACNC’s Little Explorers on March 14.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/little-explorers-camouflage-and-coloration/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T130000
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CREATED:20260120T161420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T161420Z
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Survey - RTPI and JCC
DESCRIPTION:You Can Help Save Native Trees! \n\nEvery winter\, we conduct Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) surveys across the region. You can help survey hemlock trees at the Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park preserve on February 21\, or Roger Tory Peterson Institute and SUNY JCC on March 7 for the invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid.\nTo volunteer\, please visit chautauquawatershed.org/events and RSVP for either survey.\nHWA is most visible in winter. In the coldest months\, the aphids go dormant and form cotton-like protective balls at the bases of hemlock needles\, making it easy to observe and diagnose. This dormant period also makes it much less likely for surveyors to accidentally spread HWA from tree to tree by physically touching multiple hemlocks in an area during a survey.\n\nBy surveying local hemlock trees and reporting any HWA we observe on them\, we can help with the implementation of targeted treatment plans to manage the infestations and prevent further spread.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/hemlock-woolly-adelgid-survey-rtpi-and-jcc/
LOCATION:SUNY JCC Jamestown\, 525 Falconer St.\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy":MAILTO:info@chautauquawatershed.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T120000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Jambo\, Tanzania! With Scott Stoleson
DESCRIPTION:First Friday (Adult+)\nJambo\, Tanzania! With Scott Stoleson \nFriday\, March 6\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – Noon \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 9 – 15\nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \nLions and zebras and hornbills\, oh my! Join Scott Stoleson\, as he shares photos and stories of a family adventure to the savannahs of Tanzania. \nTanzania has won numerous awards and accolades as a world-class ecotourism destination\, including World’s Best National Park for the Serengeti. In 2024\, Scott and family took a two-week safari in four of the National Parks in northern Tanzania\, and discovered those awards were very well deserved. Join him as he shares photos of the region’s amazing and abundant wildlife including elephants\, lions\, zebras\, antelope\, crocodiles\, and a host of birds. His trip included a visit to a traditional Maasai village. \nAbout the speaker: Scott Stoleson recently retired as a Research Ecologist from the U.S. Forest Service’s Northern Research Station in Warren\, PA. He is also a Research Adjunct Professor at West Virginia University. His research focused on the ecology and conservation of Pennsylvania’s forest birds. Previously Scott studied avian ecology in the western USA and Central and South America. He has authored over 85 peer-reviewed scientific papers and book chapters. Scott holds degrees in biology and ecology from Dartmouth College and Yale University. He currently serves on the Governing Council of the Association of Field Ornithologists\, the Pennsylvania Ornithological Records Committee\, the PA Biological Survey’s Ornithological Technical Committee and Mycological Technical Committee\, and as Regional Coordinator of the 3rd PA Bird Atlas for northwestern PA. In retirement\, he also enjoys traveling and gardening with his wife\, Pam. \nSpecial Information: If you’d like to bring a packed lunch\, you can visit attendees and the speaker after the program. \nJoin Scott Stoleson at 11:00 a.m. on March 6 to learn about his trip to Tanzania at Audubon’s First Friday program.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/first-friday-jambo-tanzania-with-scott-stoleson/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260223T215031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T215031Z
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SUMMARY:Allegany State Park Full Moon Walk
DESCRIPTION:What is a Worm moon? Or a Sugar moon? Learn about the bright orb in the night sky on Tuesday March 3rd. Meet in the Red House Administration building at 5:30. Wear warm clothes\, appropriate footwear and bring a flashlight.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/allegany-state-park-full-moon-walk/
LOCATION:Allegany State Park\, 2373 ASP\, US-1\, Salamanca\, 14779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegany State Park":MAILTO:AlleganySP@parks.ny.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260123T181019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T181019Z
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SUMMARY:Water Safety Series - DNA of a River
DESCRIPTION:Our waterways are always changing. This workshop will focus on what makes up our local creeks and river\, how water reacts to those things\, and how to decipher and recognize the safest path. \nThe off-season is a great time to learn more about water safety. Utilizing our “river in a bag\,” we’ll have a hands-on discussion covering how water reacts to river features (downstream and upstream V\, eddy\, eddy lines\, hydraulics\, holes\, seams and standing waves\, etc); and hazards – both natural (sweepers\, deadheads\, strainers)\, and man-made (bridges\, low-head dams\, dredged areas). We’ll focus on how these affect the paddling experience and how they change at different water levels. We’ll reference these features and hazards with photos and videos from local waterways including the Allegheny River\, Clarion River\, Brokenstraw Creek\, and Conewango Creek. \nPlease note – this is a classroom workshop. We will not be on the water. Limited seats available. Reservations required. Please click on “tickets” or visit: https://www.alleghenyoutfitters.com/winter-2026-workshops
URL:https://mychq.org/event/water-safety-series-dna-of-a-river/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Allegheny Outfitters\, 20 Clark St Suite A\, Warren\, PA\, 16365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegheny Outfitters":MAILTO:alleghenyoutfitters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
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SUMMARY:Allegany State Park Snowshoe Hikes
DESCRIPTION:More snowshoe fun in February!
URL:https://mychq.org/event/allegany-state-park-snowshoe-hikes/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Allegany State Park\, 2373 ASP\, US-1\, Salamanca\, 14779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allegany State Park":MAILTO:AlleganySP@parks.ny.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260202T142123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T142123Z
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SUMMARY:Cassadaga Cozy Chat about Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual hangout at a favorite local cafe. Your fellow native plant enthusiasts are excited to share what they have learned and want to try in the upcoming season. All are welcome. Bring your questions! Get advice from more experienced growers. Share your favorite plant stories. A variety of food and drink is available for purchase. \nRegistration is optional; it will allow us to send you a reminder before the event with any updates. https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe8zXMV…/viewform
URL:https://mychq.org/event/cassadaga-cozy-chat-about-native-plants/
LOCATION:3 Lakes Cafe\, 11 S Main St\, Cassadaga\, 14718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Ones WNY Chapter":MAILTO:wildones.wny@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260120T161339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T161339Z
UID:10024380-1771671600-1771678800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Survey - Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park
DESCRIPTION:You Can Help Save Native Trees! \n\nEvery winter\, we conduct Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) surveys across the region. You can help survey hemlock trees at the Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park preserve on February 21\, or Roger Tory Peterson Institute and SUNY JCC on March 7 for the invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid.\nTo volunteer\, please visit chautauquawatershed.org/events and RSVP for either survey.\nHWA is most visible in winter. In the coldest months\, the aphids go dormant and form cotton-like protective balls at the bases of hemlock needles\, making it easy to observe and diagnose. This dormant period also makes it much less likely for surveyors to accidentally spread HWA from tree to tree by physically touching multiple hemlocks in an area during a survey.\n\nBy surveying local hemlock trees and reporting any HWA we observe on them\, we can help with the implementation of targeted treatment plans to manage the infestations and prevent further spread.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/hemlock-woolly-adelgid-survey-cassadaga-lakes-nature-park/
LOCATION:Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park\, 114 Dale Dr\, Cassadaga\, 14718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy":MAILTO:info@chautauquawatershed.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260106T234536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T234536Z
UID:10023962-1771605000-1771610400@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Wine on the Trail @ Dobbins Woods Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy’s Conservationist Carol Markham and Wilds & Engagement Coordinator Bethany O’Hagan the for an evening exploring Dobbins Woods Preserve. \nBring community and nature together as we stroll one of our many beautiful nature preserves with your beverage of choice. \nThis is a free event\, no RSVP needed. Please wear snow boots and dress accordingly. \nLearn more about Dobbins Woods Preserve here:https://www.chautauquawatershed.org/dobbins-woods-preserve
URL:https://mychq.org/event/wine-on-the-trail-dobbins-woods-preserve/
LOCATION:Dobbins Woods\, 5273 Bly Hill Rd\, Ashville\, 14710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy":MAILTO:info@chautauquawatershed.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251119T183624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T183624Z
UID:10023186-1771063200-1771068600@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Tracks & Traces
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorers (Children 3 – 8 with an adult)\nTracks and Traces \nSaturday\, February 14\, 2026\n10:00 – 11:30 a.m. \n$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members\n$9 Children 3 – 8 \nPaid reservations required by Thursday\, February 12\, 2026. \nChildren 3 – 8 with their adults are invited to use their detective skills to look for signs of animals\, and explore different ways to discover who has been hanging around Audubon this winter. \nSometimes it can be tricky to spot animals out in nature. Luckily\, animals leave clues behind so you can determine which critters have been out and about. \nAfter a short lesson and an introduction to some helpful tools to aid in your search\, it is time to bundle up and head outside where you can follow animal tracks\, look for holes in the ground and in the trees\, and see if you can find the leftovers of an animal’s lunch. \nA snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time. \nSpecial Information: This program takes place rain or shine\, please dress for the weather.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/little-explorers-tracks-traces/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251119T183523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T183523Z
UID:10023185-1770375600-1770379200@mychq.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: All About Hellbenders with Kelly Crandall
DESCRIPTION:First Friday (Adult+)\nAll About Hellbenders with Kelly Crandall \nFriday\, February 6\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – Noon \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 9 – 15 \nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \n  \nJoin Kelly Crandall\, a wildlife biologist with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation\, as she shines a light on one of the most cryptic and misunderstood species in New York State\, the Eastern Hellbender. \nHellbenders go by many names\, including Allegheny alligators\, snot otters\, and lasagna lizards. There are just as many questions about Hellbenders as there are names. What’s the difference between a mudpuppy and a hellbender? Are hellbenders venomous? These are some of the questions that Kelly will be answering as she talks about the life history of these salamanders\, their population status in the region and across North America\, and how we can all be better neighbors to our local streams. \nAbout the speaker: Kelly Crandall is a Chautauqua County native. After graduating from Cornell University with a degree in Animal Science in 2018\, Kelly worked as a wildlife technician on a variety of projects\, including Ocelot conservation in Texas\, Burmese Python management in the Florida Everglades\, Wild Turkey research in Missouri\, and Steelhead Creel surveys in Dunkirk for the DEC. Kelly received her Master’s Degree in Forestry from Southern Illinois University where she studied the effects of human development on the movement of mesopredators in the Florida Keys and related that to parasite transmission. Kelly now works for the NYSDEC as a Regional Wildlife Biologist where she focuses on freshwater mussels and rare & endangered species of the Allegheny Watershed. \n  \nSpecial Information: If you’d like to bring a packed lunch\, you can visit attendees and the speaker after the program.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/first-friday-all-about-hellbenders-with-kelly-crandall/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260122T210517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T210517Z
UID:10024427-1770226200-1770229800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Winter Seed and Sow Workshop
DESCRIPTION:It’s not too late to register for our Winter Seed and Sow Workshop with Anna Pingitore\, owner and grower of Choose Violets. \n\nLearn creative and effective winter sowing techniques for native plant seeds in this hands-on workshop.\nRegistration is required. A $5.00 admission fee (cash\, check\, or Venmo) at the door covers supplies.\n\nTo save your seat\, please visit: chautauquawatershed.org/event-details/winter-seed-and-sow-1
URL:https://mychq.org/event/winter-seed-and-sow-workshop/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy\, 71 E Fairmount Ave\, Lakewood\, 14750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy":MAILTO:info@chautauquawatershed.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260107T182521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T182521Z
UID:10024094-1769860800-1769868000@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Long Point State Park Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the seasons beauty at Long Point State Park with an opportunity to identify wildlife tracks and signs on this winter walk! Snowshoes are welcomed.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/long-point-state-park-winter-walk/
LOCATION:Long Point State Park\, 4459 NY-430\, Bemus Point\, NY\, 14712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Midway State Park":MAILTO:midwaystatepark@parks.ny.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20260123T194250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T194250Z
UID:10024463-1769536800-1769540400@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Composting Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars!  \n\nOn Tuesday\, January 27th\, we’re diving into backyard composting! Whether you’re brand new to composting or want to sharpen your skills\, this session with Eliza will take you through the basics to improve your garden\n\nRegister here to secure your spot: https://cornell.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_dHim8R0IQnmPNz551-5FkQ
URL:https://mychq.org/event/backyard-composting-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cornell Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:chautauqua@cornell.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251226T220838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T220838Z
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SUMMARY:Searching for Life with the Habitable Worlds Observatory
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to attend a fascinating talk on humanity’s next great mission to search for life beyond Earth. Lee Feinberg\, Principal Architect of NASA’s proposed Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO)\, will present the science and engineering behind this future flagship telescope on Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\, at 7:30 p.m. The talk will cover the key and driving science needs\, the architectures being studied\, and the technologies being used for the HWO. It will also discuss how lessons from previous space telescopes are being factored into the effort. \nThe Habitable Worlds Observatory is being designed as a massive\, next-generation space telescope—often called a “super-Hubble” — that will build on the technologies of the Hubble\, James Webb\, and Roman space telescopes. The primary goal of the HWO is to directly image Earth-like planets orbiting distant stars and analyze their atmospheres for biosignatures\, or chemical evidence of life. \nLee Feinberg brings a wealth of experience from NASA’s most critical space projects. He currently serves as the Principal Architect for the HWO at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. For over 20 years\, he was the Telescope Manager and optics lead for the revolutionary James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Prior to that\, he was part of the team responsible for repairing and upgrading the Hubble Space Telescope (HST). Feinberg is a NASA Goddard Senior Fellow and a recipient of the US government’s Presidential Rank Award for his contributions to the JWST. \nThis talk will be shown on the big screen at the Martz-Kohl Observatory and available online via Zoom. You are encouraged to come to the observatory to virtually meet Lee Feinberg and join in our always lively Q&A after his talk. The observatory is located at 176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsburg\, NY 14738. If the weather permits\, there will be public viewing opportunities. While our lecture room is heated\, you should dress for outside weather for tours and viewing. More info: https://martzobservatory.org
URL:https://mychq.org/event/searching-for-life-with-the-habitable-worlds-observatory/
LOCATION:Martz-Kohl Observatory\, 176 Robbin Hill Rd\, Frewsberg\, 14738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martz-Kohl Observatory":MAILTO:martzobservatory@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251220T003545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T003545Z
UID:10023704-1768647600-1768662000@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Beekeeping Lollapalooza 2026
DESCRIPTION:FREEGet ready for a full day of bee-friendly learning and community! Beekeeping Lollapalooza 2026 brings together workshops\, hands-on activities\, honey tasting\, and expert insights—including a featured talk from Randall Cass\, Head of the Cornell Dyce Lab. \n What to Expect:• Beginner session: “So You Want to Start Beekeeping—Now What?”• Choose-your-track workshops: Intermediate Beekeeping\, Candle/Salve Making/Infused honey making\, and Native Plants with CCE’s Master Gardeners• Honey sample table & Q&A with experienced beekeepers• Coffee\, snacks\, and homemade treats• A warm\, welcoming space for beekeepers of every levelWhether you’re taking your first steps into beekeeping or continuing your journey\, this Lollapalooza has something for you! \n Save the date and join us for a lively and inspiring day of learning and community!
URL:https://mychq.org/event/beekeeping-lollapalooza-2026/
LOCATION:Fluvanna Community Church\, 3363 Fluvanna Ave Ext\, Jamestown\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251023T185110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T185110Z
UID:10022629-1768039200-1768044600@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Snow Scientist
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorers (Children 3 – 8 with an adult)\nSnow Scientist \nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026\n10:00 – 11:30 a.m. \n$12 Adults; $9 Nature Center members\n$9 Children 3 – 8 \nPaid reservations required by Thursday\, January 8\, 2026. \nYou might be surrounded by it every winter\, but have you ever taken a closer look at the snow and ice? Learn more about how it is formed and its unique structure from the smallest snowflake to the largest snow bank. \nDelve deeper with some snow experiments to figure out how snowflakes form and learn how snowbanks can help animals survive the winter during an indoor lesson. Then\, if the weather allows\, dig right into the snowbanks themselves outside to look closely at individual snowflakes and tunnel down through the snow layers. \nA snack is provided after the hike and a craft is offered if there is time. \nSpecial Information: This program takes place rain or shine\, please dress for the weather. \nSnow and ice are two common winter sights\, but they form in different ways. Learn more about snow and ice at ACNC’s Little Explorers on January 10.  \n 
URL:https://mychq.org/event/little-explorers-snow-scientist/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251023T185020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T185020Z
UID:10022628-1767351600-1767355200@mychq.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: The Birds of Southern France with Charlotte Schmaltz
DESCRIPTION:First Friday (Adult+)\nThe Birds of Southern France with Charlotte Schmaltz \nFriday\, January 2\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – Noon \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 9 – 15 \nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome. \nJoin Nature Educator Charlotte Schmaltz as she shares her week-long exploration of the birds and nature of Southern France. \nCharlotte recently traveled to Southern France and recorded the birds she witnessed. This included spending an entire day at the Camargue Regional National Park\, a wetland wildlife preserve with an ornithological park. Whether it was listening to birdsong during morning walks to the local patisserie or spending several hours outside with a camera and binoculars\, there were many species to be seen and heard. While some birds are like those found here in Western New York\, others are completely unexpected and new. Charlotte will share photos and audio recordings of birds and stories of nature and her experiences traveling. \nCharlotte is a Nature Educator and Animal Care Specialist at Audubon Community Nature Center. She is also an avid birder and enjoys wildlife photography. Since moving to Jamestown in January 2025\, she has enjoyed learning about the nature and ecology of the region. So far\, her favorite trails are the ones at ACNC and the ones maintained by the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy. When not outside enjoying nature\, Charlotte likes relaxing with her bird\, Pepper. \nSpecial Information: If you’d like to bring a packed lunch\, you can visit attendees and the speaker after the program. \nJoin Nature Educator and Animal Care Specialist\, Charlotte Schmaltz at 11:00 a.m. on January 2 to learn about the birds of Southern France at Audubon’s First Friday program.   \n 
URL:https://mychq.org/event/first-friday-the-birds-of-southern-france-with-charlotte-schmaltz/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251229T172256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T172256Z
UID:10023894-1767272400-1767279600@mychq.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hikes in Forestville
DESCRIPTION:Looking forward to a fresh start in 2026? Why not plan for something fun on New Year’s Day! \nCelebrate the New Year outside with a First Day Hike at one of the many events being held across the state and nation. \n“The Forestville Hiking Trail from 1-3 PM”
URL:https://mychq.org/event/first-day-hikes-in-forestville/
LOCATION:Forestville Hiking Trail\, 11014 Walnut Rd\, Forestville\, 14062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251023T185411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T185411Z
UID:10022633-1767171600-1767193200@mychq.org
SUMMARY:December Holiday Camp
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Camp (Children 4 – 12) \nTuesday\, December 30\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nWednesday\, December 31\, 2025\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \n$48 Children; $36 Nature Center members\n$5 Sibling discount \nPaid reservations required by Friday\, December 26\, 2025. \nChildren can enjoy the winter holiday at ACNC playing outdoors\, being active and learning about the winter season. \nChildren ages 4 – 12 can explore outdoors\, play\, climb\, run\, and engage their senses as they discover all that early winter embodies. Cold\, wind\, and ice change the landscape and bring new things to learn about\, play with\, and explore. Learning and play are the themes of the day. \nChildren should dress for the weather\, bring water\, snacks and a lunch that do not need refrigeration\, and extras of anything that might get wet (so extras of everything!). \nSpecial Information: Children go outside for as much of the day as possible. Please dress them so they are comfortable being out in the forecasted weather. \nChildren ages 4 – 12 can spend the day at Audubon during Holiday Camp on December 30.
URL:https://mychq.org/event/december-holiday-camp/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251229T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251229T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251023T185250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T185250Z
UID:10022631-1767011400-1767016800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Christmas with the Critters
DESCRIPTION:Christmas with the Critters (All) \n(Session One) Monday\, December 29\, 2025\nSession 1: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. \n(Session Two) Monday\, December 29\, 2025\nSession 2: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. \n$8 Adults; $6 Nature Center members\n$6 Children 3 – 15; free 2 and under\nReservations appreciated\, walk-ins welcome if space is available. \nVisit with ACNC’s reptiles\, amphibians\, and birds for the holidays. Attend a live animal program\, explore animal artifacts\, be creative at the craft station\, make a gift for the wild animals\, and more. \nACNC is home to many live animals including several species of turtles\, snakes\, and amphibians. Three birds of prey also call ACNC home\, including an American Kestrel and two Red-tailed Hawks. These animals are a critical part of the education team as they teach visitors about wildlife in our area and how they move\, grow\, and survive. \nChoose one session to attend. Each session will begin with a live animal presentation\, followed by time to explore the building and grounds or participate in another craft or activity. \nVisit with and learn about animals\, including Lincoln the box turtle\, at Christmas with the Critters on December 29.  
URL:https://mychq.org/event/christmas-with-the-critters/2025-12-29/2/
LOCATION:Audubon Community Nature Center\, 1600 Riverside Road\, Jamestown\, NY\, 14701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Community Nature Center":MAILTO:info@auduboncnc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T123306
CREATED:20251201T155225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T155225Z
UID:10023346-1766329200-1766341800@mychq.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Winter Solstice Ecstatic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 21\, 20253:30–6:30 PMCafé in the Woods • The HeronOutdoors • Firelit • Dress Warm \nJoin us at The Heron for a Sunset Winter Solstice Ecstatic Dance\, a gathering to honor the longest night of the year and welcome the official start of winter. Across many cultures\, the Solstice has long been celebrated with rituals to honor the sun\, give thanks\, and kindle its return. Fires\, dancing\, and gathering in community have always been at the heart of it. \nWe’re celebrating the Winter Solstice at the Café in the Woods\, where we’ll gather around the fire\, sip warm cacao\, ground into gratitude\, and move together as the sun sets and the longest night of the year arrives. \nA small altar will hold our intentions and offerings as we settle in. Then we’ll dance from sunset into darkness guided by firelight\, connection\, and music that moves the body and spirit with a DJ Set by Jimmy Wilson… Afterward\, we’ll share a small potluck to close the evening in warmth and community. \nHot water and teas will be available throughout. \nDonation-Based EventSuggested: $10–$20 to support the venue(No one turned away for lack of funds) \nWhat to Bring:• Your own mug + bowl/fork/spoon for cacao and soup/potluck• A dish to share (Vegetarian Soup will be provided)• Warm layers for dancing outdoors (this event is completely outdoors\, come prepared for the cold!)
URL:https://mychq.org/event/sunset-winter-solstice-ecstatic-dance/
LOCATION:The Heron Farm & Events Center\, 2355 Waits Corners Rd.\, Panama\, 14767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Heron Farm & Events Center":MAILTO:info@theheron.org
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