Waterman Center

Waterman Conservation Education Center is at 403 Hilton Road, Apalachin, NY (607) 625-2221. Call Waterman Center to register for these programs.

Full Moon Hike
September 13, 7:15 pm
Watch the last moon of the summer rise over the hills. Bring a flashlight. Fun for the whole family. Free for members. $2 non-members.

Annual Steak Dinner on Hiawatha Island
September 9, Saturday, 5:00 pm
The menu includes appetizers, Delmonico steaks, salt potatoes, corn on the cob, coffee, desserts and more. This will be an elegant candlelight affair. There is a 10 minute walk from the boat landing to the site where dinner will be served. Entertainment will be provided by the Java Joe Jammers. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Last boat leaves for the island at 6:30 pm. Rain date is September 16. $25 members, $30 non-members.

 Little People Hiawatha Lunch
September 7, Thursday, 10am-Noon
Children ages 5 and under are invited to bring their parents or grandparents on a special hike around Hiawatha Island. They will ride the pontoon boat to the island, go exploring, and roast marshmallows around the fire. Bring a lunch. Space is limited, pre-registration is required. $5 members, $8 non-members.

 Outdoor Knots
September 16, Saturday, 10am-Noon
Back by popular demand. Experienced den leader, cub master, and Waterman Naturalist Scott MacDonald teaches rope tying and knots. MacDonald teaches rope tying and knots. Demonstrations and hands-on activities. For beginners ages 7-10. Space is limited. $2 members, $4 non-members.

Volunteer Meeting
September 26, Tuesday, 9am
Come and meet the volunteers if you are interested in being a volunteer teacher.

Conservation Law Enforcement Seminar
September 19, Tuesday, 6:30-7:30pm
NYS DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Mike Wheeler will speak about environmental regulations and answer frequently asked questions on hunting, fishing, and trapping. He will also talk about protected stream, wetlands, air quality, minerals, and mining. There will be time after the presentation for questions and to discuss environmental career opportunities. This program is for high school students and adults, and is free.