Owasco Lake: Friendly Litter Pickup
May
9
9:00 AM09:00

Owasco Lake: Friendly Litter Pickup

Attendees will help to establish a pollinator wildflower garden around the perimeter of the public access lot at the Fillmore Nature Preserve.

Wear clothing you don’t mind getting soiled, waterproof and supportive boots, work gloves, and water to cover your personal hydration needs. Please bring a shovel, rake, and/or pitch fork, if you have them. FYI, there are no bathrooms on site.

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Sip and Learn - Big aLice Brewing
May
12
11:00 AM11:00

Sip and Learn - Big aLice Brewing

Sip and Learn

May 12 | 11:00 AM Big aLice Brewing

Join us for a Sip & Learn event that includes a tour of the brewery, a talk with the brewer in charge of creating this year’s pure brew, a free beer tasting, and a talk on our Lake Friendly Living program courtesy of Karen Welch.

Seneca Lake Pure Waters

To Register: senecalake.org

Follow Us Instagram: @senecalakepurewaters Facebook: @senecalakepurewaters

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Rain Barrel Workshop at Eastside Grill and Pub
May
12
6:30 PM18:30

Rain Barrel Workshop at Eastside Grill and Pub

When: Tuesday, May 12th, 6:30-8:00 PM

Where: Star Cider, 3365 NY-364, Canandaigua, NY 14424

Please join the CLWA for a rain barrel workshop presented to you by Alaina Robarge of Ontario County Soil and Water Conservation District (OCSWCD) to learn about the importance of managing stormwater and the benefits of using rain barrels at home.

Benefits of Rain Barrel’s:

  • Installing a rain barrel is an easy way to protect our environment and save money

  • They collect and store rainwater from your roof that would otherwise be lost to runoff and diverted to storm drains or streams

  • The water from your barrel can be used for watering gardens and lawns, cleaning outdoor furniture, etc.

 

Cost for the workshop is $30 for your 55 gallon rain barrel. Space is limited so register today!

 

Register at: https://www.canandaigualakeassoc.org/event/rain-barrel-workshop-at-star-cider/

 



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The Watershed Gathering
May
14
4:30 PM16:30

The Watershed Gathering

The Watershed Gathering

Spring Volunteer Expo

Thursday, May 14th 4:30 – 6:30 PM

3369 Guyanoga Rd, Branchport, NY 14418

The Keuka Lake Association (KLA) is hosting a Spring Volunteer Expo, in conjunction with Saunders Finger Lakes Museum, Finger Lakes PRISM, and the NYSDEC.

This event will promote Lake Friendly Living and encourage volunteerism within the Keuka Lake Watershed and Finger Lakes region. Attendees will have the chance to learn about several organizations and sign up for volunteer opportunities.

Keuka Watershed residents can gather information about Lake Friendly Living, sign the Pledge, and pick up a free lawn sign!

“Preserving and protecting Keuka Lake and its natural resources for future generations”

To Register: keukalakeassociation.org

Follow Us Instagram: @keukalakeassociation Facebook: @keukalakeassociation

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Free Tick Talk Presentation
May
20
6:30 PM18:30

Free Tick Talk Presentation

Free Tick Talk Presentation

Another Free Program from the Watershed Education Center

Now is the perfect time for a tick talk.

Avoiding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases requires avoiding a tick bite!

Join us to hear Joellen Lampman from the Cornell Integrated Pest Management Program talk about the many different ticks in our state, their biology, the diseases they carry, and how to protect yourself from being bitten.

Date: Wednesday, May 20th Time: 6:30 PM Format: In person or on Zoom (your choice)

To Register: Scan the QR code on the poster with your smartphone or visit: conesuslake.org

After you’ve registered, you will receive additional information by email.

Location

Watershed Education Center Vitale Park, Lakeville, NY

Presented by

  • Watershed Education Center

  • Cornell Cooperative Extension

  • Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association

  • Livingston County

  • Town of Livonia

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Water Quality Symposium - Hobart & William Smith Colleges
May
28
5:00 PM17:00

Water Quality Symposium - Hobart & William Smith Colleges

Water Quality Symposium

May 28 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM Hobart & William Smith Colleges – Vandervort Room

LFL will have a table at the Seneca Lake Water Quality Symposium, the annual gathering where experts from across the region share the latest research, answer questions, and foster dialogue around water quality issues facing our watershed for community members.

Seneca Lake Pure Waters

To Register: senecalake.org

Follow Us Instagram: @senecalakepurewaters Facebook: @senecalakepurewaters

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Cayuga Lake: Native Plants for Healthy Watersheds at the Plantsmen Nursery
May
30
10:00 AM10:00

Cayuga Lake: Native Plants for Healthy Watersheds at the Plantsmen Nursery

Join the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network for a special tour with the pros from The Plantsmen

Nursery! Together, we’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the nursery’s operations and learn about the native species best adapted to our climate and soils. They’ll highlight plants suited for beneficial rain gardens and shoreline buffers, attracting pollinators, and more.

Bring your questions! Leave with inspiration and plants! 10% discount for attendees

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Transitioning Lawns to Landscapes
May
28
6:00 PM18:00

Transitioning Lawns to Landscapes

The CLWA and The Wood Library are happy to co-host this seminar for ways you can protect the watershed with plants. The Wood Library is installing a demonstration rain garden and we invite you to an inspiring evening to learn more.

About the Presenter:

Laurie Broccolo celebrates 35 years as a business owner and has almost 50 years of experience and education to share with you. As a 1978 graduate of FLCC’s conservation and horticulture programs, Laurie is a recognized leader in environmental landscaping and is the 1st recipient of Cornell’s Excellence in IPM (integrated pest management). She is helping other business and homeowners to transition from lawns to landscapes with native plants for a healthier environment. Laurie is a trustee of the Saunders Finger Lakes Museum which celebrates the region’s cultural history and natural assets.

Please register at the link below:

https://forms.gle/9qeTvdZaC9FebgGx9

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Cayuga Lake: Rain Barrel Workshop
May
24
2:00 PM14:00

Cayuga Lake: Rain Barrel Workshop

  • 7930 County Road 153 Interlaken, NY, 14847 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT ACTIVITY:

Briefly: Attend a rain barrel workshop, build your own rain barrel and learn about the importance of capturing rainwater to use around your garden and property. 

 Detail:
 Seneca County Soil and Water, Seneca County CCE, and the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network are excited to host a Rain Barrel Workshop at the beautiful Cayuga Shoreline—a lakeside venue generously donated by the owners in support of this event.

Join us for an afternoon of hands-on learning and leave with your own rain barrel, ready to put to use in your garden. Collecting and reusing rainwater is a key principle of Lake Friendly Living, and there's no better time to start than now!

This workshop is a great way to kick off your Memorial Day weekend and your summer gardening projects with a Lake Friendly mindset. All materials will be provided—just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

Location: Cayuga Shoreline, 7930 County Rd 153, Interlaken, NY 14847 (west side of Cayuga Lake)
Bonus: Come early and enjoy Cayuga Shoreline’s popular Saturday brunch! Food and drinks will also be available to order during the event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Activity Leader or Sponsoring Organization: Molly Newman  

Sponsoring Lake Information: Cayuga Lake Watershed Network  

Contact Name: programs@cayugalake.org 

Web address: www.cayugalake.org

Registration form: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/jM61Lk1ynTj82Ch2Lbq4qQ?t=1746717242

 

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Seneca Lake Water Quality Symposium
May
21
5:00 PM17:00

Seneca Lake Water Quality Symposium

  • Hobart and William Smith College (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT ACTIVITY : Join us on the Seneca Lake Water Quality Symposium and learn from experts about the pressing water quality challenges facing the lake.This event will feature expert presentations and dialogue on issues like harmful algal blooms (HABs), lake foam, and other challenges affecting Seneca Lake's health.

Event is free but advance registration requested.

Link to register: https://bit.ly/PureWaters2025

SPONSORING LAKE INFORMATION Lake Assoc: Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association

Contact Name: Web address: senecalake.org

Facebook: seneca lake pure waters association

Instagram: @senecalakepurewaters

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Lake Friendly Living Awareness Day
May
17
10:00 AM10:00

Lake Friendly Living Awareness Day

Join OWLA and OLWMC for a day of activities for the whole family!

See science in action, enjoy planting, weeding and coloring activities.

Everyone is welcome.

•  Help Grow Our Rain Garden

We will weed, plant & hear about the importance of rain gardens.
•  Water Testing Demonstration

Watch our water monitoring team at work & learn about maintaining the quality of your drinking water.

LFL2025.EVENTBRITE.COM

INFO@OWLA.ORG

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Earth Day Trash Olympics
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Earth Day Trash Olympics

Join the Canandaigua Rotary and the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association for a friendly trash clean up competition with cash prizes! Backyard Compost Kit awarded to the team with the most trash collected!

 THE DETAILS:

-10:00-10:30 AM, check in at Central on Main

-Bring gloves, grabber sticks, sensible shoes, five gallon buckets for refuse, reusable water bottle

-Collection area of your choice in the City district

-Form teams of two: one bag for trash, one for recycling

-Food Waste Bonus: Bring a bucket of food waste from home-counts as a bag of trash or pick up from local Restaurant

-Large items may count as one bag

Collect items between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM

-12:00-1:00 PM, return bags to Central on Main

-Gather for group picture

-Prize for the most collected

-Ontario County composting display

-Snacks will be available

–Rain date: Saturday, May 17th, 10 AM – 1 PM

 

CONTACTS FOR THE EVENT:

Jodi Kaufman, Canandaigua Rotary Green Team Chair

randjk@frontiernet.net or 585-396-0486

 

Lindsey Ayers, Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association

layers@canandaigualakeassoc.org or 585-747-8278

Registration Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjl2qda0mIL8XrUeIFEPd2MibhfItnvK40N9yTL9A0fGpC0A/viewform?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR4DZcosjv715qQpEo5ji2EpslHGBWh1n6GBzIgtHpWrFIWNCNGvxaZ3oStXPA_aem_5TOj02ANC_XWL_8zIulZ4w&pli=1

 

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Otisco Lake: Red Spruce Planting Day
May
10
10:00 AM10:00

Otisco Lake: Red Spruce Planting Day

  • Otisco Lake Shores Conservation Area (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The mission of the Otisco Lake Preservation Association is to preserve the health, beauty and welfare of our lake not only today, but for future generations. During the month of May, volunteers are encouraged to get involved in the preservation of Eastern Hemlock Trees in the following ways: Financing, Educating landowners on the impact of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, Getting signatures of landowners, and Working with DEC and Onondaga Soil and Water.

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Native Plant Nursery Field Trip
May
9
11:30 AM11:30

Native Plant Nursery Field Trip

  • Butterfly Effect Native Plant Nursery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

DESCRIPTION OF IMPACT ACTIVITY : Discover how native plants support pollinators, protect water quality, and create vibrant, sustainable landscapes. Founded by local birdwatcher and nature enthusiast Jim Norwalk, Butterfly Effect is on a mission to inspire small steps toward creating pollinator pathways across the Finger Lakes. 

Event is free but limited to 12 particpants.  Parking is limited – carpooling is encouraged.  

Link to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/bu84evz/lp/2fe02e20-c91d-4de8-8115-e7d10b756224?fbclid=IwY2xjawKFleFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2RWxFRTFTRFhXWmhENWdPAR42Yd0lR7U6t1_jyRvZPxdJUZf9L6p2NAgXkbxJphtzN-R9ve9HAz4AtvCqXQ_aem_rf-ovKBHx_hs9gX0ogJJOQ

  

SPONSORING LAKE INFORMATION
Lake Assoc:   Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association

Contact Name:
Web address: senecalake.org
Facebook: senecalake

Instagram:

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Cayuga Lake: The Plantsmen Nursery Tour: Native Species for Healthy Watersheds
Jun
2
10:00 AM10:00

Cayuga Lake: The Plantsmen Nursery Tour: Native Species for Healthy Watersheds

Join the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network for a special tour with the pros from The Plantsmen

Nursery! Together, we’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the nursery’s operations and learn about the native species best adapted to our climate and soils. They’ll highlight plants suited for beneficial rain gardens and shoreline buffers, attracting pollinators, and more.

Bring your questions! Leave with inspiration and plants! 10% discount for attendees

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Canandaigua Lake: DIY Rain Barrel Workshop
May
23
6:30 PM18:30

Canandaigua Lake: DIY Rain Barrel Workshop

Join CLWA and Alaina Robarge from Ontario County Soil and Water to learn about the importance of stormwater management and the issues caused to land and water health from pollutants carried by stormwater into our waterways and drinking water sources. After the presentation, participants how to assemble their own rain barrels to take home!

The cost is $30 per barrel. The Naples Brewing Company will be joining us with cold beer to enjoy!

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Honeoye Lake: Exploring Our Watershed: Paddle, Learn, and Protect
May
23
6:00 PM18:00

Honeoye Lake: Exploring Our Watershed: Paddle, Learn, and Protect

Join us on a paddle through Honeoye Inlet focused on land-water-community connections. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of watershed dynamics, including the impact of human activities on water quality, biodiversity, and habitat preservation.

Free event. Registered guests may indicate whether or not they are reserving equipment or bringing their own.

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Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
May
20
7:00 PM19:00

Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

The mission of the Otisco Lake Preservation Association is to preserve the health, beauty and welfare of our lake not only today, but for future generations. During the month of May, volunteers are encouraged to get involved in the preservation of Eastern Hemlock Trees in the following ways: Financing, Educating landowners on the impact of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, Getting signatures of landowners, and Working with DEC and Onondaga Soil and Water.

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Seneca Lake: Native Plants for Lake Friendly Living
May
14
5:30 PM17:30

Seneca Lake: Native Plants for Lake Friendly Living

Join Pure Waters Association Director Emily DeBolt to learn about native plants for rain gardens. Learn the basics and benefits of native plants, the basics of rain gardens, and how to combine the two! Rain gardens are a great tool for homeowners to help manage stormwater runoff on their own properties. Presentation from 5:30-6:30 with some time for questions after. Advance registration not required but appreciated.

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Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
May
13
7:00 PM19:00

Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

The mission of the Otisco Lake Preservation Association is to preserve the health, beauty and welfare of our lake not only today, but for future generations. During the month of May, volunteers are encouraged to get involved in the preservation of Eastern Hemlock Trees in the following ways: Financing, Educating landowners on the impact of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, Getting signatures of landowners, and Working with DEC and Onondaga Soil and Water.

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Skaneateles Lake: Monitoring for Aquatic Invasive Species
May
9
6:30 PM18:30

Skaneateles Lake: Monitoring for Aquatic Invasive Species

  • SLA Offices, St. James Parish Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Forum is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the lake's health and water quality.  This event brings together regional experts in the field to share scientific insights and  actions occurring to help protect water quality. A panel discussion with community Q&A will follow the presentations. Learn how education fuels action and how your participation can drive protection!

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Canandaigua Lake: Canandaigua Lake Water Quality Symposium
May
8
5:30 PM17:30

Canandaigua Lake: Canandaigua Lake Water Quality Symposium

The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Forum is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the lake's health and water quality.  This event brings together regional experts in the field to share scientific insights and  actions occurring to help protect water quality. A panel discussion with community Q&A will follow the presentations. Learn how education fuels action and how your participation can drive protection!

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Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
May
6
7:00 PM19:00

Otisco Lake: Plan to identify and treat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

The mission of the Otisco Lake Preservation Association is to preserve the health, beauty and welfare of our lake not only today, but for future generations. During the month of May, volunteers are encouraged to get involved in the preservation of Eastern Hemlock Trees in the following ways: Financing, Educating landowners on the impact of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, Getting signatures of landowners, and Working with DEC and Onondaga Soil and Water.

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