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Search for Spring Ephemerals ~Como Lake Park ~
10am Location: Como Lake - Meeting Location: Shelter 11 (Previously Shelter 5, Boy Scout Shelter) Spring ephemerals are fleeting wildflowers that bloom briefly in early spring, seizing the limited sunlight before the forest canopy shades them. Join Ranger Adam as we hike along Cayuga Creek to catch these flowers in bloom while they last! · Meeting Location: Shelter 11 (Previously Shelter 5, Boy Scout Shelter) · Duration: 1-2 hrs · Elevation: Minimal elevation change · Distance: Approximately 1 mile · Trail Conditions: Trail is packed dirt with a potential for wet and muddy conditions · Equipment Needed: N/a · Other: No wheelchair accessibility, dogs are welcome on leash |
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“Mother” Nature ~Akron Falls Park ~
10am Location: Akron Falls - Meeting Location: Akron Falls upper parking lot Join Ranger Leanne on a hike that will teach you the importance of planet earth’s many mothers in nature. We will hike and learn how female animals care and raise their young in all of the different ecosystems. You do not need to be a mother to attend, this is a hike for all!
· Meeting Location: Akron Falls upper parking lot · Duration: 1 hr · Elevation: Slight elevation changes · Trail Conditions: Potential for slippery conditions · Equipment Needed: Decent hiking shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather · Other: No stroller/wheelchair accessibility, dogs are welcome on a leash |
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Clone of Senor Hiking Club ~Wendt Beach ~
10am Location: Wendt Park - Meeting Location Near Restroom Building Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Contact Julie Ruszala with Senior Services to register 716-858-6403 |
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Ellicott Creek Park History ~Ellicott Creek Park ~
10am Location: Ellicott Creek - Meeting Location: Ellicott Creek Park, Bark Park Parking Lot Join Ranger Nikki for a walk in the past at Ellicott Creek Park. Starting on the Ellicott Island we will learn about the history of how the island was created and how this park came to be.
· Location: Ellicott Creek Park, Bark Park Parking Lot · Duration: 1-2 hrs · Elevation: Flat · Surface Description: Mostly pavement · Equipment Needed: Proper footwear · Other: Dog friendly, strollers and wheelchair accessible. (Disclaimer- will be starting inside the dog park) Register for Ellicott Creek Park History ~Ellicott Creek Park ~ |
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Ranger Meet and Greet w/ Smores! ~Sprague Brook Park ~
6pm Location: Sprague Brook - Meeting Location: Upper camping loop between loops A and B Come hangout with Ranger Greg at Sprague Brook Park and learn about the Ranger Program! Bring questions and Greg will try to bring answers! - Roast marshmallows, talk about your favorite camping gear, learn how to start a fire and more. This is a meet and great event so come and go as you please!
· Meeting Location: Upper camping loop between loops A and B · Duration: 2.5 hrs · Elevation: None · Trail Conditions: Stationary event on a grassy area · Equipment Needed: A good marshmallow roasting stick · Other: Dog friendly, stroller and wheelchair accessible Register for Ranger Meet and Greet w/ Smores! ~Sprague Brook Park ~ |
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Trails Day/ Pints in The Park ~ Emery Park ~
1pm-5pm Location: Sprague Brook - Casino Join us as we collaborate with 42 North Brewing to celebrate Trails Day! The Tap Trekker Truck will be serving a special centennial Pilsner to help kick off the Parks Centennial Celebration. Come enjoy live music, food trucks, commemorative swag, and outdoor vendors. We look forward to celebrating with you! |
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Don’t Go Chasing Waterfalls ~Emery Park ~
10am Location: Emery Park - Meeting Location: Fieldhouse Parking Lot Join Ranger Stephanie for some waterfall fun! We will be traveling up one of Emery’s creeks to see a cascading waterfall from a point of view that we often don’t get to see. Along the way we will discuss aquatic invertebrates and their importance in the environment.
· Meeting Location: Fieldhouse Parking Lot · Duration: 2-3 hrs · Elevation: Significant elevation changes · Surface Description: We will be walking in a creek so expect slippery rocks and wet conditions · Equipment Needed: Come equipped with your 10 essentials, good waterproof boots, layers of clothing, hiking crampons if you have them and pole · Other: No stroller or wheelchair accessibility. Please leave dogs at home! |
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Pints In The Park * Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company * June 7th, 8th
4pm-9pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Top of The Sled Hill Pints in The Park Series in partnership with local breweries! Wing Nuts Food Truck will also be present! Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs.
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The Buffalo River: Where it was, where it is, and where it is going ` Red Jacket Park ~
10am Location: Red Jacket Riverfront Natural Habitat Park - Location: Red Jacket River Front Park, Parking Lot Head out with Ranger Nikki in one of our Pocket Parks to learn about the history of the Buffalo River over the years and how it has changed physically and environmentally. We will also focus on how the river has an effect on the keystone species that dominate our area.
· Location: Red Jacket River Front Park, Parking Lot · Duration: 1-2 hrs · Elevation: Some varied terrain; mostly flat · Surface Description: Black top and grassy trail · Equipment Needed: Proper footwear · Other: Dog friendly, stroller and wheelchair accessible Register for The Buffalo River: Where it was, where it is, and where it is going ` Red Jacket Park ~ |
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Pints In The Park * Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company * June 7th, 8th
12pm-9pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Top of The Sled Hill Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. Wing Nuts Food Truck will also be present! A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Pints In The Park * Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company * June 14th & 15th
4pm-9pm Location: Ellicott Creek - Shelter 6 Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ on site &
Silent Disco 6-9pm https://www.se2.events/publicevents
Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Pints In The Park *Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company* June 14th & 15th
12pm-9pm Location: Ellicott Creek - Shelter 6 Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Pints In The Park *Hosted by 42 North & Resurgence Brewing Company* June 21st & 22nd
4pm-9pm Location: Como Lake - Shelter 11 Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ on site Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Pints in The Park * Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company * June 21st & 22nd
12pm-9pm Location: Como Lake - Shelter 11 Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Senor Hiking Club ~Seneca Bluffs ~
11am Location: Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park - Meeting Location: At the beginning of the trail head Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Contact Julie Ruszala with Senior Services to register 716-858-6403 |
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Pints in The Park * Resurgence Brewing Company * July 26th & 27th
4pm-9pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Top of The Sled Hill Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ &
DJ Tom Tom playing light favorites
Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Pints in The Park *Hosted by Resurgence Brewing Company* July 26th & 27th
12pm-9pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Top of The Sled Hill Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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Clone of Senor Hiking Club ~Seneca Bluffs ~
11am Location: Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park - Meeting Location: At the beginning of the trail head Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Contact Julie Ruszala with Senior Services to register 716-858-6403 |
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Discover Emery / Pints in the Park *Hosted by 42 North Brewing Company*
12pm-9pm Location: Emery Park - Amphitheater Discovery Emery in partnership with 42North Brewing Company! Come out to the newly restored, historic Emery Amphitheater for a day of live music, food, local brews, vendors, and more and enjoy the beauty that is Emery Park. Due to limited parking, this event will be ticketed. Check back frequently for event updates and information. Pints in the Parks is a partnership between local breweries and the Erie County Dept. of Parks to offer fun, free, family-friendly "beer garden" style pop-up events in parks throughout the County in the summer. Events are free of charge, family-friendly and comply with all Erie County and NYSLA regulations/ permitting guidelines. A portion of all sales are donated to The Erie County Parks Donation Account to support free, public special events and programs. |
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WNY PRISM Volunteer Workdays ~ Chestnut Ridge Park ~
9:30am- 12:00pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Meeting Location: Shelter 21 Join WNY PRISM, partners, and community members like you to help remove priority invasive plant species from several parks in western New York this summer! Registration is required. Please register using the QR code or at https://bit.ly/2024volunteerworkdays More information including directions, meeting location and what to bring will be emailed to participants after they are registered. For questions, email wnyprism@buffalostate.edu. Register for WNY PRISM Volunteer Workdays ~ Chestnut Ridge Park ~ |
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Clone of Senor Hiking Club ~Seneca Red Jacket Riverfront Park ~
1pm Location: Red Jacket Riverfront Natural Habitat Park - Meeting Location: Park Entrance Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Contact Julie Ruszala with Senior Services to register 716-858-6403 |
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Fall Fest ~ Como Lake Park ~
10am - 4pm Location: Como Lake More Information Coming Soon..... |
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Clone of Clone of Senor Hiking Club ~Ellicott Creek Park ~
11am Location: Ellicott Creek - Meeting Location: Friendship House Join us as we partner with Erie County Senior Services for their Senior Hiking Club. The Hiking Club is a wonderful opportunity for seniors to stay active and enjoy the beauty of nature in the company of like-minded individuals. Contact Julie Ruszala with Senior Services to register 716-858-6403 |
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Santa Land ~ Chestnut Ridge Park ~
10am - 4pm Location: Chestnut Ridge More information coming soon.... |