What’s in your wood? Why shouldn’t you transport firewood? Invasive insects live in your firewood and transporting it could kill the forests you love. Join us at Jacques Cartier State Park for an interactive program to learn more about your firewood and what invasive pests are currently threatening North Country forests.

Join us for a morning hike to the beautiful Harper's Falls! Located in Downerville State Forest, Harper's Falls is a 1.3 mile trail down to cascades on the Grasse River. The trail slopes up and down but is of moderate difficulty with no steep inclines. Bring your friends and family! To carpool, meet at the Brewer Bookstore at 9:30 am. We'll meet at 10:00 am at the Harper's Falls Trailhead. 

Emerald ash borer was confirmed in St. Lawrence County last August and is already on the way to becoming a public safety concern. Infested trees can die in 1-3 years, and are at risk of falling on homes and powerlines. Join us for a walk on the Maple City Trail, starting at the Ogdensburg Visitor's Center to learn how you can help monitor the spread of this invasive pest.

Emerald ash borer was confirmed in St. Lawrence County last August and is already on the way to becoming a public safety concern. Infested trees can die in 1-3 years, and are at risk of falling on homes and powerlines. Join us for a free workshop and walk on the Remington Trail at Partridge Run in Canton to learn how you can help slow the spread by monitoring trees near you.

We’ve  all  heard  that  paper  is  made  from  trees,  but  have  you  ever  wondered  exactly  how?  Actually,  the  process  works  with  many  different  plants;  trees  are  just  the  most  efficient  for  mass  production.

Join Nature Up North to explore the mystery of nature after dark. Honing in on each of our senses, we'll discover firsthand what adaptations nighttime animals have acquired in order to survive after nightfall. 

Please wear or bring long sleeves, and be prepared for a short (15-30 minute) walk on the Kip trail before dark. After, we'll head back to the campfire to continue exploring nocturnal adaptations!

Please note that this campfire starts at 7:30 pm, slightly later than the usual Campfire Series events.

Nature is fruitful, but fruits aren't the only edible parts of wild plants. On Saturday, July 28, 2018 the Chippewa Bay Community Club and Nature Up North will sponsor a "Wild Edible Plants Walk" on the Chippewa Bay Preserve Trail in Chippewa Bay from 10 am - Noon. Learn how to find, identify and prepare local edible plants both responsibly and safely. Having a better understanding of what is edible and what isn't will enhance your connection to the local environment as well as your survival skills.

Join the Nature Up North Team to learn about local fish and how to cast - fishing poles included, free of charge!

Natural dying is an ancient practice of using natural plant or animal products to dye textiles. Most clothing today is dyed with synthetic dye, but you can experience the magic of coloring an article of clothing with plants you can find in your backyard! Join us for a workshop on how to identify these plants, and dye your own bandana to take home with our dyes! RSVP to info@natureupnorth.org.