Events
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Meet the tallest tree in Letchworth State Park with an expert naturalist as your guide. Meet at the park visitor center at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 1, 2007. Expect brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch and beverage. We may car pool. (3 hours, 1 to 2 miles) | ||
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Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Evergreen trees are a symbol of hope and life during darkest winter in many cultures. Learn to identify the many species, both native and introduced, that can be found in Letchworth State Park. Meet in the Conference Room at the park visitor center at 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 2, 2007. (2 hours) | ||
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Explore the Highbanks Canyon of Letchworth State Park with an expert naturalist as your guide. Meet at the Mount Morris Entrance Gate off Route 36 at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 8, 2007. Dress for the weather and bring a lunch and beverage. We will car pool. (3 hours, 3 miles) | ||
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Start: 7:00 am
End: 7:00 pm
Every year, bird watchers search for and count as many birds of as many species as possible in measured areas all over the country. If you can identify birds and are familiar with Letchworth State Park and the surrounding countryside and villages, call 585-493-3625 to speak to a naturalist (Doug Bassett)prior to the 15th and learn how you can take part. We all meet at 5:00 pm at the park visitor center to share food and findings. All day event, on your own or in small independent groups, car touring and on foot. | ||
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
The East side of Letchworth State Park has few roads or trails. Explore this wild side of the park with an expert naturalist as your guide. Meet at the Parade Grounds Parking area off Route 436 at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 22, 2007. Dress for the weather and bring lunsh and beverage. Deer trails only. Expect brush and steep terrain. We will car pool. (3 hours, 2 miles) | ||
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Start: 3:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm
View the Highbanks Canyon of the Genesee in the evening twilight from the wild east side of Letchworth State Park with an expert naturalist as your guide. Meet at the River Road / Route 408 junction outside Mt. Morris at 3:30 pm on Sunday, December 23, 2007. Dress for the weather. Bring a flashlight and a picnic supper. (3 hours, 2 miles) | ||
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12 / 29
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Visit the site of the homestead of the Denton Family, neighbors of Mister Letchworth. Meet at the Castile Entrance to Letchworth State Park at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 29, 2007. 2 hours, 1 mile. (all day)
Start: Dec 29 2007 - 1:00pm
End: Feb 17 2008 - 2:00pm
Offered every Saturday and Sunday between December 29, 2007 and February 17, 2008 if snow conditions allow,at 1:00 pm in Letchworth State Park based at Trailside Lodge, south from the Castile Entrance. This program provides a brief instruction in cross country ski technique and a chance to practice on gently rolling trails with a naturalist guide. Must bring own skis. 1 hour, 1 mile. (all day)
Start: Dec 29 2007 - 2:30pm
End: Feb 16 2008 - 4:00pm
Offered each Saturday between December 29, 2007 and February 16, 2008 at Trailside Lodge in Letchworth State Park at 2:30 pm is snow conditions allow, this program provides brief instruction and a chance to practice cross country ski technique while exploring the park ski trails with a guide. Participants must bring their own ski gear. Trailside Lodge is south from the Castile Entrance and offers a variety of winter activities. 1 1/2 hours, 1 1/2 miles. | ||
