Calendar

Events in July–September 2023

  • Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1

    Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1


    July 10, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1

    Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1


    July 11, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1

    Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1


    July 12, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1

    Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1


    July 13, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1

    Summer Nature Weeks - Session 1


    July 14, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Bug Fest

    Bug Fest


    July 22, 2023

    Summer is abuzz with bugs, butterflies, beetles, and more at Five Rivers!  There are so many hovering, hopping, flying, and camouflaging in our gardens and fields.  Come join us this Saturday, July 22 from 11 am to 2 pm for Bug Fest 2023.  Enjoy a bug safari, pollinator garden tours, scavenger hunt, bug crafts, and much more "buzziness."

    Bug enthusiasts of all ages are encouraged to come in an insect costume:  wear antennae, wings, or some extra legs... whatever feels like your inner bug.  Join us to celebrate these little animals that make all life on earth possible!

    1. Free admission
    2. Free parking
    3. Free transportation from Albany via CDTA’s Nature Bus
    4. Share flyer
  • Summer Nature Week - Session 2

    Summer Nature Week - Session 2


    July 24, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 2

    Summer Nature Week - Session 2


    July 25, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 2

    Summer Nature Week - Session 2


    July 26, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 2

    Summer Nature Week - Session 2


    July 27, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 2

    Summer Nature Week - Session 2


    July 28, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    July 31, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 1, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 2, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 3, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Summer Nature Week - Session 3

    Summer Nature Week - Session 3


    August 4, 2023

    This summer, Friends of Five Rivers is offering three weeks of programming for families. The aim of this program is to help parents and children grow in their understanding and appreciation of the natural world through shared activities.

    This program is created for parent/guardian with children ages 2-8.

    Three Identical Sessions, with all being held 10:00 - 11:30 am Monday through Friday, rain or shine!

    • July 10-14
    • July 24-28
    • July 31-August 4

    LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

    Each day begins with the reading of a story from nature. Hands-on activities will follow from the theme of the story and includes exploration, discovery, games, and crafts.

    Fridays will be spent by and in the stream.  Clothing requirements and other tips below.

    Note that due to the nature of the activities, we ask that only registered children attend.

  • Five Rivers Fall Festival

    Five Rivers Fall Festival


    September 23, 2023

    Friends of Five Rivers and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation invite you to the annual...

    FIVE RIVERS FALL FESTIVAL

    WHEN: Saturday, September 23, 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

    WHERE:  Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY 12054

    WHAT:  Family-friendly day filled with Raffles • Gift Shop • Guided Walks • Live animals with experienced an animal rehabilitator • Crafts  •  Interactive Exhibits  • Live Music • Games • Food vendor trucks

    WHY: To Celebrate Five Rivers and support the Friends of Five Rivers, a not-for-profit that funds educational programs at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center.

    HOW MUCH:  Free admission & parking

    INFORMATION:  info@friendsoffiverivers.org

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