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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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