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Image	Kids and Families Ranger Meet and Greet w/ S’mores! Friday, May 22, 2026 7:00 - 8:30pm Location: Sprague Brook - Meeting Location: Upper camping loop between loops A and B Come hangout with Ranger Austin at Sprague Brook Park and learn about the Ranger Program! Bring your camping or ecological questions and pick the brain of your Erie County Park Ranger - Roast marshmallows, talk about your favorite outdoor activities, parks, trails, and more. This is a meet and greet style event so come and go as you please! No registration is required. · Meeting Location: Upper camping loop between loops A and B · Duration: 1.5 hours · Distance: Stationary event · Elevation: None · Surface Description: Stationary event on a grassy area · Equipment Needed: A good marshmallow roasting stick · Other: Dog friendly, stroller and wheelchair accessible
Image	Older Adult Program Pints In The Park Elma Meadows Park Saturday, May 30, 2026 4:00 - 9:00pm Location: Elma Meadows Park - Shelter 1 Image
Image	Volunteer Opportunity 6/5 Friday Field Days Friday, June 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Red Jacket Natural Habitat Park - Parking Lot Friday Field Days engage volunteers in habitat management and park stewardship projects. Park Staff will teach you about the task and provide tools Volunteers Needed: 20 Task: Invasive Species Pull - Thistle, Teasel, Dames Rocket Notes: All tools will be provided however we recommend you wear long pants and sleeves to prevent scratches. Rain Date June 11th Register for 6/5 Friday Field Days
Image	Older Adult Program Pints In The Park Chestnut Ridge Park Friday, June 5, 2026 4:00 - 9:00pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Chestnut Ridge Park - Casino Image
Image	Special Event Trails Day Saturday, June 6, 2026 1:00 - 5:00pm Location: Sprague Brook - Sprague Brook Casino Join us as we collaborate with 42 North Brewing to celebrate Trails Day! Come enjoy live music by PA Line, food trucks (Fat Bob's & Maine Bite), and outdoor vendors.
Image	Older Adult Program Pints In The Park Ellicott Creek Park Friday, June 12, 2026 4:00 - 9:00pm Location: Ellicott Creek - Shelter 6 Image
Image	Nature Exploration NFTA Parks Adventure Bus to Sprague Brook Park Saturday, June 20, 2026 All day Location: Sprague Brook - Shelter 2 is reserved for seating, shade, and restroom use Erie County Parks is once again partnering with NFTA to offer the FREE Parks Adventure Bus! The bus will take patrons from the main station downtown to Erie County, DEC and NYS Parks throughout the summer. There will be a Birding Workshop at 12:30pm.
Image	Guided Hike 6/24 Senior Hiking Club Wednesday, June 24, 2026 9:30 - 11:30am Location: Como Lake - Meeting Location: Casino Parking Lot 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. Summary: Join the Environmental Specialist Wendy on a leisurely walk through the park to the light house! We will cross over three bridges over Cayuga Creek as we walk and look for birds, butterflies, and turtles. This park is a great place to be on a hot summer day. Meeting Location: Como Lake Park – Casino Parking Lot Duration: Approximately 2 hours Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles Elevation: Little to no elevation change Difficulty: Low Surface Description: Natural trail with some uneven surfaces Equipment Needed: Proper footwear and sunscreen. Cancelation Policy: This event is rain or shine. However, if there is 50% chance of thunderstorm or greater the tour will be canceled, and registrants will be notified. Other: Restrooms will be available before and after the program. Dogs are welcome on a leash. This program is not stroller or wheelchair accessible. Registration is FULL
Image	Kids and Families Family Fishing Program Wednesday, June 24, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Como Lake - Como Lake Come Join a Park Ranger and learn how to fish! This fishing program will teach young park users and their parents/guardians the basics of fishing! Learn how to cast, bait a hook, set the hook, safe handling, and fish identification! Don’t have fishing gear? The Rangers will have a limited number of rods and reels available for kids to use, as well as bait (worms and corn). This program has received an exemption from the NYSDEC, and all kids and parents/guardians registered for the program will qualify for free fishing (no fishing license required) for the duration of the program. Any cancellations related to weather will be communicated through your provided contact information. - Meeting Location: Como Lake https://maps.app.goo.gl/dWaULa6aRPM1K5NR9 - Duration: 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Flat - Surface Description: May be muddy near water - Equipment Needed: We strongly encourage everyone to bring their own fishing rods and reel. Park Rangers have approximately 15 rods and reels that may be used for those who do not have their own gear - Equipment Other: Please refrain from bringing dogs; this program is stroller and wheelchair accessible Register for Family Fishing Program
Image	Guided Hike Eternal Flame Trail Hike Wednesday, July 8, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Come Join a Park Ranger and hike the world-renowned Eternal Flame Trail at Chestnut Ridge Park. This will be a fun-filled educational hike that will take you to the natural phenomenon known as the Eternal Flame! Learn about hemlock forests, local wildlife and more! - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Link to meeting location - Duration: 1 – 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Approximately 200 feet of elevation change; steep in areas - Distance: 1.12 miles - Surface Description: Mud/dirt/roots/water; this trail is very wooded and a portion of the hike will be within the creek - Equipment Needed: Sturdy waterproof shoes (or shoes you won’t mind getting wet) & drinking water - Optional – Hiking poles - Equipment Other: This event and area is dog friendly (on a leash); this hike is not stroller or wheelchair accessible Register for Eternal Flame Trail Hike
Image	Nature Exploration NFTA Parks Adventure Bus to Chestnut Ridge Park Saturday, July 11, 2026 All day Location: Chestnut Ridge - Casino is available for seating, shade, and restroom use Erie County Parks is once again partnering with NFTA to offer the FREE Parks Adventure Bus! The bus will take patrons from the main station downtown to Erie County, DEC and NYS Parks throughout the summer. There will be an optional guided Eternal Flame Hike at 10:30am. - Duration: 1 – 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Approximately 200 feet of elevation change; steep in areas - Distance: 1.12 miles - Surface Description: Mud/dirt/roots/water; this trail is very wooded and a portion of the hike will be within the creek - Equipment Needed: Sturdy waterproof shoes (or shoes you won’t mind getting wet) & drinking water. No flip flops, Crocs, or heeled shoes. - This event and area is dog friendly (on a leash); this hike is not stroller or wheelchair accessible Schedule and Information
	2026 Erie County Amateur Golf Championship Saturday, July 11, 2026Sunday, July 12, 2026 All day Location: Elma Meadows Park - Elma Meadows Golf Course Register today for the 2026 Erie County Amateur Golf Championship! https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/5882316
Image	Volunteer Opportunity 7/17 Friday Field Days Friday, July 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: - TBD Friday Field Days engage volunteers in habitat management and park stewardship projects. Park Staff will teach you about the task and provide tools Volunteers Needed: 15 Task: Newly planted tree care such as watering, weeding, replacement staking Notes: The location will be determined by June 17th and the event updated. It will depend on the site most in need Register for 7/17 Friday Field Days
Image	Kids and Families Family Fishing Program Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Chestnut Ridge Park Reservoir Fishing Pier Parking Lot Come Join a Park Ranger and learn how to fish! This fishing program will teach young park users and their parents/guardians the basics of fishing! Learn how to cast, bait a hook, set the hook, safe handling, and fish identification! Don’t have fishing gear? The Rangers will have a limited number of rods and reels available for kids to use, as well as bait (worms and corn). This program has received an exemption from the NYSDEC, and all kids and parents/guardians registered for the program will qualify for free fishing (no fishing license required) for the duration of the program. Any cancellations related to weather will be communicated through your provided contact information. - Meeting Location: Chestnut Ridge Park Reservoir Fishing Pier Parking Lot (42.713373, -78.739182) Location link - Duration: 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Flat - Surface Description: May be muddy near water - Equipment Needed: We strongly encourage everyone to bring their own fishing rods and reel. Park Rangers have approximately 15 rods and reels that may be used for those who do not have their own gear. - Equipment Other: Please refrain from bringing dogs; this program is stroller and wheelchair accessible Register for Family Fishing Program
Image	Nature Exploration NFTA Parks Adventure Bus to Emery Park Saturday, July 25, 2026 All day Location: Emery Park - Shelter 2 is reserved for seating, shade, and restroom use Erie County Parks is once again partnering with NFTA to offer the FREE Parks Adventure Bus! The bus will take patrons from the main station downtown to Erie County, DEC and NYS Parks throughout the summer. There will be Disc Golf Demonstrations by Buffalo Niagara Disc Golf at 11am and 12pm! Schedule and Information
Image	Guided Hike Eternal Flame Trail Hike Wednesday, July 29, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Come Join a Park Ranger and hike the world-renowned Eternal Flame Trail at Chestnut Ridge Park. This will be a fun-filled educational hike that will take you to the natural phenomenon known as the Eternal Flame! Learn about hemlock forests, local wildlife and more! - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Link to meeting location - Duration: 1 – 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Approximately 200 feet of elevation change; steep in areas - Distance: 1.12 miles - Surface Description: Mud/dirt/roots/water; this trail is very wooded and a portion of the hike will be within the creek - Equipment Needed: Sturdy waterproof shoes (or shoes you won’t mind getting wet) & drinking water - Optional – Hiking poles - Equipment Other: This event and area is dog friendly (on a leash); this hike is not stroller or wheelchair accessible Register for Eternal Flame Trail Hike
Image	Guided Hike 8/5 Senior Hiking Club Wednesday, August 5, 2026 9:30am - 12:00pm Location: Sprague Brook - Meeting Location: Cross Country Ski Trail Parking Lot 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. Summary: Join the Environmental Specialist Wendy on a summer hike of the cross country ski trail! On this hike we will explore the forests at the park and also the adjacent forestry lot. This park is a great place to be on a hot summer day. Meeting Location: Sprague Brook Park – Cross Country Ski Trail Parking Lot Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours Distance: Approximately 3 miles Elevation: Moderate elevation change Difficulty: Moderate Surface Description: Natural trail with some uneven surfaces Equipment Needed: Proper footwear and sunscreen. Cancelation Policy: This event is rain or shine. However, if there is 50% chance of thunderstorm or greater the tour will be canceled, and registrants will be notified. Other: Restrooms will be available before and after the program. Dogs are welcome on a leash. This program is not stroller or wheelchair accessible. Registration is FULL
Image	Volunteer Opportunity 8/7 Friday Field Days Friday, August 7, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Thomas F. Higgins Natural Habitat Park - Parking Lot Friday Field Days engage volunteers in habitat management and park stewardship projects. Park Staff will teach you about the task and provide tools Volunteers Needed: 20 Task: Invasive Species Seedhead clipping - Teasel and Thistle Notes: All tools will be provided however we recommend you wear long pants and sleeves to prevent scratches. Rain Date Aug. 14th Register for 8/7 Friday Field Days
Image	Nature Exploration NFTA Parks Adventure Bus to Akron Falls Park Saturday, August 8, 2026 All day Location: Akron Falls - Shelter 6 is reserved for seating, shade, and restroom use Erie County Parks is once again partnering with NFTA to offer the FREE Parks Adventure Bus! The bus will take patrons from the main station downtown to Erie County, DEC and NYS Parks throughout the summer. There will be a guided hike at 12:30pm. Schedule and Information
Image	Kids and Families Family Fishing Program Wednesday, August 26, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Ellicott Creek - Ellicott Creek Park Flume Parking Lot Come Join a Park Ranger and learn how to fish! This fishing program will teach young park users and their parents/guardians the basics of fishing! Learn how to cast, bait a hook, set the hook, safe handling, and fish identification! Don’t have fishing gear? The Rangers will have a limited number of rods and reels available for kids to use, as well as bait (worms and corn). This program has received an exemption from the NYSDEC, and all kids and parents/guardians registered for the program will qualify for free fishing (no fishing license required) for the duration of the program. Any cancellations related to weather will be communicated through your provided contact information. - Meeting Location: Ellicott Creek Park Flume Parking Lot Location link - Duration: 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Flat - Surface Description: May be muddy near water - Equipment Needed: We strongly encourage everyone to bring their own fishing rods and reel. Park Rangers have approximately 15 rods and reels that may be used for those who do not have their own gear. - Equipment Other: Please refrain from bringing dogs; this program is stroller and wheelchair accessible Register for Family Fishing Program
Image	Guided Hike Eternal Flame Trail Hike Wednesday, September 2, 2026 6:00 - 7:30pm Location: Chestnut Ridge - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Come Join a Park Ranger and hike the world-renowned Eternal Flame Trail at Chestnut Ridge Park. This will be a fun-filled educational hike that will take you to the natural phenomenon known as the Eternal Flame! Learn about hemlock forests, local wildlife and more! - Meeting Location: Eternal Flame Parking area off of Route 277 Link to meeting location - Duration: 1 – 1.5 hrs - Elevation: Approximately 200 feet of elevation change; steep in areas - Distance: 1.12 miles - Surface Description: Mud/dirt/roots/water; this trail is very wooded and a portion of the hike will be within the creek - Equipment Needed: Sturdy waterproof shoes (or shoes you won’t mind getting wet) & drinking water - Optional – Hiking poles - Equipment Other: This event and area is dog friendly (on a leash); this hike is not stroller or wheelchair accessible Register for Eternal Flame Trail Hike
Image	Volunteer Opportunity 9/11 Friday Field Days Friday, September 11, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park - Parking Lot Friday Field Days engage volunteers in habitat management and park stewardship projects. Park Staff will teach you about the task and provide tools Volunteers Needed: 20 Task: Native Perennial plug planting Notes: All tools will be provided Rain Date Sept. 18th Register for 9/11 Friday Field Days
Image	Guided Hike 9/16 Senior Hiking Club Wednesday, September 16, 2026 9:30am - 12:30pm Location: Franklin Gulf - Meeting Location: Larkin Road Parking Lot 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. Summary: Join the Environmental Specialist Wendy on the orange loop trail through this conservation park’s forest! We will hike along a creek, up and down ravines, while listening to the sounds of the forests and breathing in the clean hemlock scented air. Meeting Location: Franklin Gulf Park – Larkin Road Parking Lot Duration: Approximately 3 hours Distance: Approximately 2.5 miles Elevation: Steep elevation change Difficulty: High Surface Description: Natural trail with some uneven surfaces, some creek bed crossings Equipment Needed: Proper footwear and water. Walking sticks recommended. Cancelation Policy: This event is rain or shine. However, if there is 50% chance of thunderstorm or greater the tour will be canceled, and registrants will be notified. Other: No restrooms will be available before and after the program. Dogs are welcome on a leash. This program is not stroller or wheelchair accessible. Register for 9/16 Senior Hiking Club
Image	Volunteer Opportunity 10/2 Friday Field Days Friday, October 2, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Location: - TBD Friday Field Days engage volunteers in habitat management and park stewardship projects. Park Staff will teach you about the task and provide tools Volunteers Needed: 15 Task: Native Tree Planting Notes: The location will be determined by September 2nd and the event updated. It will depend on the site most in need and the nursery stock available. Register for 10/2 Friday Field Days
Image	Guided Hike 10/28 Senior Hiking Club Wednesday, October 28, 2026 9:30 - 11:30am Location: Wendt Park - Meeting Location: Main Parking Lot 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. Summary: Join a park ranger on a fall stroll along the beach and boardwalk at Wendt Beach Park! Enjoy the fall orange colors contracting with the rich blue of Lake Erie water. Perhaps see some spooky nature sightings on our final Senior Hike of 2026. Meeting Location: Wendt Beach Park – Main Parking Lot Duration: Approximately 1-1.5 hours Distance: Approximately 1-1.5 miles Elevation: Minimal elevation change Difficulty: Low Surface Description: Sandy Beach and trail Equipment Needed: Proper footwear; sturdy shoes (dress for the weather; the beach can be much colder than the surrounding area) Cancelation Policy: This event is rain or shine. However, if there is 50% chance of thunderstorm or greater the tour will be canceled, and registrants will be notified. Other: No restrooms will be available before and after the program. Dogs are NOT allowed on the beach. This program is not stroller or wheelchair accessible. Register for 10/28 Senior Hiking Club