ECOS: The Environmental Clearinghouse
March 28, 2024

Joralemon Memorial Park Walk

A wonderful spring habitat for wildflowers, with fern-filled dells as well as a historic lime kiln dating back to the Civil War. Ruth Brooks, leader. Directions: Take Rt. 890 east to the Thruway; take the [...]

Seven Preserve Hike – Plotter Kill Preserve

Plotter Kill Preserve Mariaville Rd, Rotterdam, NY

Plotter Kill Preserve Mariaville Rd., Rotterdam (2.3 miles West of Putnam Rd.) Leader - Will Seyse Explore seven beautiful local nature preserves with ECOS guides. Once you have visited all seven preserves with ECOS or [...]

Connecting Children to Nature

Central Park Schenectady 500 Iroquois Way, Schenectady

This program is for children ages 6-12 (with children under 10 accompanied by a caregiver), and is led by Rebekka Henriksen. Each gathering features a hike where we will look for and explore native plants, [...]

High Point Trail, Thatcher Park Walk

Here’s a flat loop trail for an easy stroll through the woods. By May the Hepatica and Bloodroot are gone but there are many delightful spring ephemerals that are not as well known. We’ll learn [...]

Seven Preserve Hike – Christman Sanctuary

Christman Sanctuary, 3281 Schoharie Turnpike, Delanson. Leader - Ed Kautz Explore seven beautiful local nature preserves with ECOS guides. Once you have visited all seven preserves with ECOS or on your own, complete the Seven [...]