A look at upcoming events in the townships of
Rensselaerville-Coeymans-Bethlehem-Knox-Westerlo-New Scotland and Berne.
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Additional local calendars
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Events in January 2012 ********* To add your event, send an e-mail to Hound at BethlehemNY.net *********
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January 23, 2012
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01/23 - Becker Forum @ Liverpool
Harold Hal Miller:
Becker Forum set for Jan. 23 in Liverpool
Cornell University, Cornell Cooperative Extension and the New York State Vegetable Growers Association have teamed together to present the 2012 Becker Forum, scheduled for Monday, Jan. 23 at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool. This year’s forum will provide a direction for New York farmers to restore public confidence and engage with consumers. The Becker Forum will feature several of the nation’s most compelling speakers on consumer engagement. The 2012 Becker Forum is open to all New York farm operators and agriculturalists, university faculty and staff, Extension and agribusiness professionals, media representatives, agency personnel, and anyone from the general public interested in agriculture or food production. NYFB is a proud sponsor of the Becker Forum.
For more information and to register online, visit
BeckerForum.org.
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RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
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01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
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02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
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02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
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January 24, 2012
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02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:00 AM
RCSCL READ & ROMP Selkirk Fire House
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer in Selkirk on Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W. Romp and Read also meets at the Library on Friday mornings at 10:30 am.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:00 PM
"Save Energy, Save Dollars"
Free Energy Workshop at the Troy Public Library
What: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County presents a free energy workshop entitled, “Save Energy, Save Dollars.”
Where: The main branch of the Troy public library, which is located at 100 2nd Street in Troy, NY. Advanced registration is required by calling CCE at 765.3559 or the library at 274.7071.
The “Save Energy, Save Dollars” workshop provides low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy and reduce energy bills. It links consumers with programs that provide energy-efficiency improvements with subsidies, low-interest loans, or free services to qualifying households.
Workshop participants receive a FREE energy kit with outlet/light switch gaskets, outlet caps, rope caulk, CFL light bulb, shrink fit window insulation kit and a refrigerator thermometer.
EmPower New York workshops are sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and developed by Cornell Cooperative Extension and NYSERDA
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 25, 2012
**********
01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Greenville Quilters
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
6:30 PM
RCSCL - Book Discussion
Book Discussions:
The evening book discussion group meets in the library annex on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm
Members choose and schedule what they will read.
New participants are always welcome.
Contact the library for more information or to register-
Email: info@rcscommunitylibrary.org
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 26, 2012
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********
01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
BABYGARTEN
VPL
10:15-11AM
Voorheesville Public Library BABYGARTEN Parents and caregivers, bring your babies to a library program just for them! Everyone participates in sharing books, music, rhymes and playtime together. For newborn to 24 months. Older siblings are welcome too, but the program is geared for babies.
10:30 AM
POSITIVELY PRESCHOOL - RCS Community Library
returns to its regular 10:30 am time on Thursday mornings at the Library with Miss Kathy Domery. Bring your preschoolers for a story and related craft, lots of smiles and a chance to meet new friends.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 27, 2012
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********
01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:30 AM
ROMP & READ - RCSC Library
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer:
Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W.
Friday mornings at 10:30 am. @ RCSC Library
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 28, 2012
**********
YOGA in MEDUSA
Contact Loretta at 518-506-7799 or llpyles@gmail.com
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
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01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 29, 2012
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:00 PM
Albany Soap Box Derby Meeting
REMEINDER:
MEETING 1/29/2012 SUNDAY 2 PM
BEHIND CITY CALL 67 LODGE ST.
If you get lost please call me on the cell 518 3686159
I would like all applications to be in, as I have to get mine from Akron January 1.
They charge me $100.00 a month every month I am late.
The fee for me is $1750.00
Your fee is $50.00 application and a copy of Birth certificate (only if you never raced before)
We will be decussing new rules, paving or moving to a better road and also having a special kids race.
please let me know you got this message. and let me know if you are coming or not.
Thankyou,
Ginger Miller 518 4897883
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
3:00 PM
Anastasia Dolak in Concert at Ives Concert
.. Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St.
Annual Young People's Concert
Also, featuring this year's winner of the DSO Student Concerto Competition,
Anastasia Dolak. She is a senior at New Fairfield School and will play Lalo's Symphonie Espagnol.
DANBURY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
ARIEL RUDIAKOV, Music Director and Conductor
http://www.danbury.org/MusicCtr/calendar.htm#nov
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 30, 2012
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 31, 2012
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.
At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.
At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.
This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each day
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13
**********
02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food and our very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions.
**********
02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.
The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.
During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.
“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.
For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.
**********
02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERS
Voorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********
02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.
1:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Bethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:00 AM
RCSCL READ & ROMP Selkirk Fire House
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer in Selkirk on Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W. Romp and Read also meets at the Library on Friday mornings at 10:30 am.
12:31 PM
02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.
This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov
2:51 PM
02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.
A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.
The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.
8:57 PM
ICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
Events in January 2012 ********* To add your event, send an e-mail to Hound at BethlehemNY.net *********
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January 23, 2012
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01/23 - Becker Forum @ Liverpool
Harold Hal Miller:
Becker Forum set for Jan. 23 in Liverpool
Cornell University, Cornell Cooperative Extension and the New York State Vegetable Growers Association have teamed together to present the 2012 Becker Forum, scheduled for Monday, Jan. 23 at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool. This year’s forum will provide a direction for New York farmers to restore public confidence and engage with consumers. The Becker Forum will feature several of the nation’s most compelling speakers on consumer engagement. The 2012 Becker Forum is open to all New York farm operators and agriculturalists, university faculty and staff, Extension and agribusiness professionals, media representatives, agency personnel, and anyone from the general public interested in agriculture or food production. NYFB is a proud sponsor of the Becker Forum.For more information and to register online, visit
BeckerForum.org.**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. 1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 24, 2012
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. 1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:00 AMRCSCL READ & ROMP Selkirk Fire House
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer in Selkirk on Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W. Romp and Read also meets at the Library on Friday mornings at 10:30 am.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:00 PM"Save Energy, Save Dollars"
Free Energy Workshop at the Troy Public Library
What: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County presents a free energy workshop entitled, “Save Energy, Save Dollars.”
Where: The main branch of the Troy public library, which is located at 100 2nd Street in Troy, NY. Advanced registration is required by calling CCE at 765.3559 or the library at 274.7071.The “Save Energy, Save Dollars” workshop provides low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy and reduce energy bills. It links consumers with programs that provide energy-efficiency improvements with subsidies, low-interest loans, or free services to qualifying households.
Workshop participants receive a FREE energy kit with outlet/light switch gaskets, outlet caps, rope caulk, CFL light bulb, shrink fit window insulation kit and a refrigerator thermometer.
EmPower New York workshops are sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and developed by Cornell Cooperative Extension and NYSERDA
2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 25, 2012
**********
01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov1:00 PM – 3:00 PMGreenville Quilters
2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.6:30 PMRCSCL - Book Discussion
Book Discussions:
The evening book discussion group meets in the library annex on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm
Members choose and schedule what they will read.
New participants are always welcome.Contact the library for more information or to register-
Email: info@rcscommunitylibrary.org8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 26, 2012
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:15 AM – 11:00 AMBABYGARTEN
VPL10:15-11AM
Voorheesville Public Library BABYGARTEN Parents and caregivers, bring your babies to a library program just for them! Everyone participates in sharing books, music, rhymes and playtime together. For newborn to 24 months. Older siblings are welcome too, but the program is geared for babies.10:30 AMPOSITIVELY PRESCHOOL - RCS Community Library
returns to its regular 10:30 am time on Thursday mornings at the Library with Miss Kathy Domery. Bring your preschoolers for a story and related craft, lots of smiles and a chance to meet new friends.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 27, 2012
**********
02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:30 AMROMP & READ - RCSC Library
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer:
Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W.
Friday mornings at 10:30 am. @ RCSC Library12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 28, 2012
**********
YOGA in MEDUSA
Contact Loretta at 518-506-7799 or llpyles@gmail.com
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********01/07-01/28/2012 Photo Art Exhibit @ Five Rivers
EXHIBIT OPENING AND TALK AT FIVE RIVERS - A presentation and “Meet the Artists” reception will celebrate the opening of a photography exhibition at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar
**********01/28 4-H On Target Day - Register by 01/20
What: Youth 10 years and older are invited to participate in this event sponsored by the Albany County 4-H Shooting Sports program. There is a participation fee of $5.00 for 4-H members and $10.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Friday, January 20. To register or for more information, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.edu.
When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension/ Albany County,
24 Martin Rd.,
Voorheesville, NY 12186**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 29, 2012
**********
02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:00 PMAlbany Soap Box Derby Meeting
REMEINDER:
MEETING 1/29/2012 SUNDAY 2 PM
BEHIND CITY CALL 67 LODGE ST.If you get lost please call me on the cell 518 3686159
I would like all applications to be in, as I have to get mine from Akron January 1.
They charge me $100.00 a month every month I am late.
The fee for me is $1750.00
Your fee is $50.00 application and a copy of Birth certificate (only if you never raced before)
We will be decussing new rules, paving or moving to a better road and also having a special kids race.
please let me know you got this message. and let me know if you are coming or not.
Thankyou,
Ginger Miller 518 48978832:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.3:00 PMAnastasia Dolak in Concert at Ives Concert
.. Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St.
Annual Young People's Concert
Also, featuring this year's winner of the DSO Student Concerto Competition,
Anastasia Dolak. She is a senior at New Fairfield School and will play Lalo's Symphonie Espagnol.DANBURY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
ARIEL RUDIAKOV, Music Director and Conductor
http://www.danbury.org/MusicCtr/calendar.htm#nov8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 30, 2012
**********
02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.**********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
-
January 31, 2012
**********
RCS Recreational Soccer sign-up
Contact Carley Libertucci ::: 518-860-7329:::: by 02/15
**********02/04 GroundHogs @ Five Rivers
A family-oriented study of groundhogs and other common rodents will be
conducted at the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game
Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m.At this indoor/outdoor investigation, Center staff will explore the
natural history of the groundhog through slides, artifacts and a craft
project, and then lead a search along gentle trails to look for signs of
groundhogs and their abundant relatives.Children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is free of
charge, but space is limited. Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 to
register by Wednesday, February 1. Dress for outdoor fun. In the event
of severe weather, this program may be cancelled.**********02/04 Wild Cats @ Five Rivers
A program on the natural history of bobcat, lynx and mountain lions in
New York state will be conducted at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.At this presentation, Center naturalists will provide an indoor
overview of the ecology and current status New York’s three native
species of wild cats, and afterwards lead an outdoor search along Center
trails for tracks and traces of local wildlife.This program is open to the public free of charge. In the event of
inclement weather, the outdoor portion of the program may be cancelled.
Please call 518-475-0291 for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.**********02/21 - 02/24 4-H Forensic Week
What: Join us for a week of vacation fun. Learn aout crime scene investigation and become prepared to solve the “Mystery of the Week”.
When: Tuesday February 21 – Friday February 24
9 am – noon each dayWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Description…This vacation week adventure is open to all youth ages 8-12 years of age. The four day program will provide hands-on fun experiences learning about forensics. After exploring various means used to investigate a crime, youth will be challenged to solve a mock crime scene utilizing the tools and knowledge they gained.
Enrollment is limited. Cost - $60 per youth.
For more information call: 765-3500
Registration deadline – February 13**********02/11 - 2nd Annual Winter Carnival and Medusa Children's Art Show
...to be held on February 11th! We have had such an outpouring of support for this, and we just can't wait for the party!
We are accepting donations for the nickel social, as well as looking for folks who'd like to bake for the bake sale. We're holding a wood splitting contest, as well as hosting sledding, ice skating and plenty of free smores ingredients! There will be ice fishing, as long as we can score some appropriate weather, with a shuttle driving folks up and back to Sikule's pond. Lots of indoor crafts, a 50/50 raffle to support the firehouse, great food andour very own Medusa Winter Carnival cancellation stamp from the Medusa Post Office, designed by the amazing Ron Young! (So bring your envelopes and letters for and Janice will issue a cancellation for you. Or, even better, you can buy a prestamped envelope from her - and support the Medusa P.O.! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to ask about a date for an upcoming Council meeting (we usually hold them on Wednesday evenings, around 6pm) or stop by the store and chat with me. And if there's a young artist in your life, please let them know that we are currently accepting submissions. Each artist is encouraged to submit one piece and all submitted work will be shown. Prizes will be awarded in age categories. Call the store (518 239 6980) with any questions. **********02/18 ---- FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
FIVE RIVERS SETS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
A Great Backyard Bird Count will be conducted on Saturday, February 18
from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this how-to program, participants, led by Center naturalists, will
survey birds at bird feeders from the comfort of the indoor bird viewing
lounge at Five Rivers, and afterwards take a short walk along gentle
terrain to survey birds outdoors. Participants will learn how fun and
easy it is to conduct a Great Backyard Bird Count in their own backyard,
neighborhood or park. The program, geared for the birding novice, is
free of charge.The survey, co-sponsored by the Capital Region Audubon Society, is one
of thousands of Great Backyard Bird Counts being conducted this weekend
by volunteers of all birding levels in backyards and parks across North
America. Now in its 15th year, the count is a joint citizen science
initiative of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology, the National
Audubon Society and Bird Studies Canada to track the distribution and
abundance of winter birds.During the 2011 count period, an estimated 60,000 volunteer bird
watchers from across the United States and Canada recorded 11.4 million
bird observations, the continent's largest instantaneous snapshot of
bird populations ever.“GBBC data become more and more valuable with each passing year,”
said Dick Cannings, program director for Bird Studies Canada. “Over
time we’ll be better able to see significant changes that may occur in
the numbers and distributions of birds which may be tied to climate
change, habitat loss, disease or other factors.” Last year’s count
confirmed the continued expansion of the Eurasian collared-dove across
the continent, with reports of the species from Alaska for the first
time.For more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count, call the Center
at 518-475-0291.**********02/07 --- NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
NEW YORK FARM SERVICE AGENCY SCHEDULES IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING
FOR ALBANY COUNTY FARMERS & RANCHERSVoorheesville, NY – January 20, 2012— USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced that James Barber, State Executive Director for New York FSA and members of his management team have scheduled a public meeting in Albany County, February7th, 2012. The meeting will be held at 10:00 AM at the Albany County FSA Office, in room 1 located at 24 Martin Road, in Voorheesville.
FSA’s public meeting will be the only one held to take public comment on USDA’s proposed office consolidation plan in which the Albany County FSA office is being considered for consolidation. Producers can also provide written comment by emailing james.barber@ny.usda.gov or sending written comment to James Barber,SED NY Farm Service Agency Suite 356, 5th Floor 441 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 no later than February 17th,2012.
All public comments will be taken into full consideration prior to development or implementation of a final consolidation plan.
For more information, contact New York Farm Service Agency at 315-477-6303.
CONTACT: Tom Della Rocco, CED - 518-765-2326 - tom.dellarocco@ny.usda.gov
**********02/17 - STARWATCH @ FIVE RIVERS
An outdoor study of the winter skies will be conducted on Friday,
February 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.At this study, center staff will provide a naked-eye (binoculars
optional) overview of seasonal constellations and other heavenly bodies,
while representatives from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will
train telescopes on fascinating deep sky objects for all to see.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.Participants are urged to dress warmly, as star-watching is normally
not a physically active program. Hot chocolate and coffee will be
provided to participants. The program is free, but space is limited.
Please call the center at 518-475-0291 to register by Wednesday,
February 15. In the event of significant cloud cover, this program will
be cancelled.1:00 AM – 7:00 AMBethlehem Parking Restriction:::
Every year, the town has a "NO PARKING" ordinance that begins on November 1 and continues through April 15. The law prohibits vehicles from parking on town streets and highways between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Vehicles parked in violation of the "NO PARKING" ordinance may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense.
10:00 AMRCSCL READ & ROMP Selkirk Fire House
ROMP & READ offers stories, songs and games for the toddler set. Meet Miss Kathy Meyer in Selkirk on Tuesday mornings at 10 am at the Selkirk Firehouse on Route 396, east of Route 9W. Romp and Read also meets at the Library on Friday mornings at 10:30 am.
12:31 PM02/11 - BEGINNER’S SNOWSHOE OUTING AT FIVE RIVERS
A snowshoe outing for beginners will be conducted at the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental
Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar on Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.Snowshoeing is nothing more than exaggerated walking, and makes for
excellent aerobic exercise at a time of year when people need it most.
At this try-it-out introduction, Center naturalists will present a brief
indoor overview about snowshoe form and function, and how to walk and
turn. Afterwards, staff will assist participants in putting on snowshoes
and then lead a snowshoe hike over gentle terrain to experience the
sights and sounds of winter.This program is open to the public free of charge but space is limited.
Please call Five Rivers at 518-475-0291 by Wednesday, February 8 to
reserve snowshoes and/or to register. In the event of insufficient snow,
the program will be cancelled.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov2:51 PM02/18 --- STUDY OF SNOW @ FIVE RIVERS
FIVE RIVERS SETS STUDY OF SNOW
A field study of the ecological impacts of snow will be conducted on
Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation’s Five Rivers Environmental Education
Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar.A rich blanket of snow can either be a blessing or a curse for plants
and animals. While snow may impede mobility and hide food sources, it
can also provide protection for many species of plants and animals. On
this outdoor foray, Center naturalists will search for signs of wildlife
activity and discuss the impact of snow cover on various wildlife
species of field and fen.The program is open to the public free of charge. Participants are
urged to dress for outdoor activity. In the event of severe weather,
this program may be cancelled. Please call the Center at 518-475-0291
for more information.Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a designated New York
State Watchable Wildlife site, where wildlife viewing opportunities
abound. Learn more by visiting “Watchable Wildlife” at
www.dec.ny.gov.8:57 PMICE is FROZEN
ICE is FROZEN @ Medusa Firehouse
