Events & Programs
We’re excited to launch a new year-long challenge that invites you to explore the stunning preserves of the Indian River Lakes Conservancy and capture the beauty of nature throughout the seasons. Whether you’re hiking, birdwatching, or simply soaking in the scenery, we want to see your experiences through your lens! Duration: January 1, 2025 –…
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Join us for a hands-on Stewardship Day and help care for the lands and trails that make the Indian River Lakes region so special. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to conservation work, all are welcome! Tools and guidance will be provided—just bring your energy and love for the outdoors. We will start at…
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Join the Indian River Lakes Conservancy for our monthly Wine Happy Hours! Sip delicious wine, and enjoy great conversations with friends and neighbors. It’s the perfect way to relax, unwind, and connect with our incredible community and the beautiful natural surroundings we all love. Suggested donation $2/glass. 100% of donations benefit the IRLC and keep…
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Join Vici and Steve Diehl for an entertaining photographic presentation featuring spring wildflowers local to Northern New York. You’ll learn where they grow and how to identify them. Plus lots more … things that fly, things crawl or hop, things that hardly move at all. This event is free to the public. Donations to the…
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Join us for this annual hike led by Dr. Tom Langen, biology professor at Clarkson University, with a special kids’ hike guided by Vici and Steve Diehl. We’ll explore the trails at Grand Lake Reserve, take in the beauty of spring wildflowers, and learn about the plants, lakes, and why land and water conservation…
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Come Cozy Up by the Fire with Us! Join the Indian River Lakes Conservancy for our monthly Fire & Wine Happy Hours! Warm up by a crackling fire, sip delicious wine, and enjoy great conversations with friends and neighbors under the stars. It’s the perfect way to relax, unwind, and connect with our incredible community…
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Join us for the Indian River Lakes Conservancy’s annual Water Quality Conference, a day dedicated to protecting the future of our lakes. Early Bird ticket prices are available until April 1, 2025. Click HERE to purchase today! This event brings together government agencies, lake association leaders, researchers, and community members to collaborate, share knowledge, and…
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Golden-winged Warblers are a migratory shrubland species that have suffered one of the steepest declines of any North American songbird over the past 50 years. Restoration for Golden-winged Warblers can be challenging due to their habitat needs, they require a layer of grasses for nest construction, shrubs to provide nest protection and single standing trees…
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Project WHIRL is a unique summer program for teens ages 13-18 that combines outdoor adventure with real-world environmental science. Participants explore local lakes, wetlands, and forests while learning about conservation, water quality, and ecology through hands-on fieldwork and activities. It’s a fun and empowering way for young people to connect with nature, build skills, and…
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A summer adventure for curious kids ages 3-12. This hands-on camp invites children to explore the natural world through outdoor play, science activities, games, and creative arts. Campers build confidence, spark their imaginations and connect with nature while making new friends in a fun and supportive environment. Camp runs from 9am to noon for ages…
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