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Nature Up North

First Hike of 2025 - Rainbow Falls!

Event date and time
January 11, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Join Nature Up North for our first hike of the year!

9th Annual Earth Day 7k Run/Walk

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April 19, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Nature Up North's annual trail run is back!

We're excited to invite you to join us for the 9th Annual Earth Day 7K Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, April 19tht, 2025, at 9:00 am. One of the few annual trail races in the North Country, proceeds from this race benefit local conservation and environmental education initiatives.

7th Annual Cardboard Sled Race

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February 8, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Nature Up North is excited to announce the 7th Annual Winterfest Cardboard Sled Races!

Avian Illustration Workshop

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November 16, 2024 - 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
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Have you ever wanted to draw the wildlife you see outside your window? Now you can!

Join Nature Up North and St. Lawrence Univerisity Student Evelyn Albrecht for a bird watching and art workshop at the Wachtmeister Field Station. This event will teach an introductory-level lesson on drawing birds from reference photos and live observation. You will also leave with the knowledge of how to identify common backyard birds by sight. We hope to see you there!

Community Tree ID Walk

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October 5, 2024 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Event description

Come join Nature Up North on a tree identification walk!

Community Campfire - Game Camera Sneak Peak!

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October 19, 2024 - 6:00 PM to October 19, 2024 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Come hang out with Nature Up North by the fire on a Saturday evening! As the weather starts to cool and the bugs subside, a campfire is a perfect way to enjoy a North Country night. Head to the Wachtmeister Field Station between 6-8 to enjoy the fire, company, and s'mores!

Community Campfire!

Event date and time
September 21, 2024 - 6:00 PM to September 21, 2024 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Come hang out with Nature Up North by the fire on a Saturday evening! As the weather starts to cool and the bugs subside, a campfire is a perfect way to enjoy a North Country night. Head to the Wachtmeister Field Station between 6-8 to enjoy the fire, company, and s'mores!

Crayfish Crawl in Eel Weir State Park

Event date and time
September 15, 2024 - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Event description

Join us Sunday, September 15th at Eel Weir State Park to learn about and interact with our Native St. Lawrence County Crayfish. The event will be from 3:30- 5:00, and we will cover admission to the park for anyone who arrives before 3:20. Water shoes and a Bathing Suit recommended but not required. We hope to see you all there!

Postponed!!! - Birding at Southville State Forest

Event date and time
July 10, 2024 - 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Event description

This event is postponed! Check back here for updates about a new date and time.

Come birding with Nature Up North!

New York State's Breeding Bird Atlas is in it's final year of surveying, and it only happens every 20 years! Come to the Southville State Forest on Wednesdy, July 10th at 8am. Download the Merlin and ebird apps beforehand to help you identify any birds you find! Don't forget a pair of binoculars, sunscreen, and weather appropriate shoes and clothing.

Night Time Bat Paddle

Event date and time
July 27, 2024 - 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Event description

Ever wanted to get a closer look at some of our local night time friends? You can on our bat paddle!

Separate from our regularly scheduled bi-weekly paddles, this paddle will take place at twilight and beyond to give us the best chance of seeing, and hearing, the bats that soar above our canoes. Why paddle? Bats prefer to hunt over open water, like the little river, because bugs tend to be easier to find! Be sure to bring a headlamp to help you see.