Connection to our North Country environment is important, and people connect to nature in very different ways. Some people like to be active, some people like to learn about the flora and fauna around us, and some people connect through being creative. This 1 and ½ to 2 hour program will explore different ways we can connect to the north country through creativity.

Join us at Wachtmeister Field Station on Saturday, July 23rd, 8:30-10:00pm, for a fun, educational mothing event! We’ll be using a white sheet and light to attract all kinds of moths (and probably a few other nocturnal insects), catching, and identifying them. We'll also take some time to learn about what a moth is and the important roles they play in our ecosystem. If you've ever wanted to get up close to a moth to see their neat colors, shapes, and patterns then this event is for you!

Just bring yourself and excitement for some moth madness!

Join us as we learn about some of the birds that call this area home! We’ll be talking about a few different species, their preferred living style and diet, and then building bird feeders with sticks, pine cones, and other natural items we find on the Kip Trail (there will be peanut butter being used). Come on down if you’re interested in learning about North Country birds and want to build a bird feeder for them!

This event is free and perfect for all ages. Youth under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us for a mid-morning paint and sip! We'll use naturally made paints from local plants (we might even collect a few plants to see what colors they'll make) to get creative, all while enjoying some refreshing, non-alcoholic, beverages!
All you need to bring is yourself and an open mind - who knows what will happen once you put paintbrush and plant paint to paper? Meet at the Wachtmeister Field Station at 9:30am, we'll start with an introduction on the different plants we'll be using and how they make the colors we see. Then it's up to you to paint away!

Dying to get on the water and explore the Little and Grasse Rivers’ riches? Come join us for a relaxing evening on the Little River Friday, July 29th as we learn about and search for BEAVERS!

Looking to learn about our flying nocturnal friends?Join us for our Summer Campfire Series, where this week we’ll be learning about our nocturnal flying friends, BATS!

Plan to gather at Wachtmeister Field Station on July 21st from 7:00-9:00 pm, or for as long as you’d like! We’ll be eating smores and reading “Stellaluna,” while trying to see if we can spot any bats flying overhead.

This event is free and perfect for all ages. Youth under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a friend and a fun bat fact!

Our theme for the July 1st Community Paddle is: aquatic insects! Come down to the Little River Boat Launch in Canton from 6:30-8:00pm for a fun, educational paddle about the little ones who make our ecosystem tick (no pun intended). Bring shoes you don't mind getting wet and your favorite bug-lover! If you have a canoe or kayak feel free to bring your own, but if not one will be provided for you. Make sure to RSVP ahead of time so we know how many boats to prepare at info@natureupnorth.org. Hope to see you there!

Wat-er you doing every other Friday? Join us Friday, July 15th from 6:30-8:00 pm for a relaxing evening on the Little River. New to paddling? No problem! We'll be happy to provide tips and guidance throughout the paddle. Community paddles are a great way to get outside and meet some cool people. This week will include some information about some common aquatic plants we might encounter on the Little River or on the Grasse River.

This fishing clinic at Ives’ Park in Potsdam is open to all ages and abilities. Learn about local fish and how to cast - fishing poles included, free of charge! Ten fishing poles will be provided, but participants are invited to bring their own gear as well. You may also want to bring sunscreen, water, and a camera (to post pictures of your catch on natureupnorth.org).

The Full Moon Social will be taking place at Lampson Falls in Clare on July 13th! We will meet at the trailhead at 8pm to walk down to the falls (the trail is less than a mile of relatively even, hard-packed dirt), and we'll wrap up around 10pm. There will be an optional swim (so bring a bathing suit and towel if interested), and then a good old fashioned s'more (and potentially veggie dog) roast while we talk about how cool the moon is. We'll have a front row seat to watch the moon rise at around 9pm! No werewolves allowed!! Can't wait to see you there!