Stream Conservation Efforts

I got this email from the Cornell Cooperative Extension regarding upcoming volunteer streamside planting, restoration and clean-up efforts. Since most of us here in the valley also spend time in and around the Esopus I thought some of you might be interested in lending a hand. Here is the information:

Ashokan Stream Steward Volunteer Dates
RSVP now and mark your calendar for these fun volunteer events!

Get some fresh air and exercise by beautiful creeks! Meet other fun people while helping to conserve our local streams. Join us for the Stream Clean-up and streamside planting projects planned.

Streamside planting projects are supported by the Catskill Streams Buffer Initiative (CSBI), which supports landowners with expertise, site planning, and materials to restore vegetation along streams. Landowners provide in-kind support and agree to maintain the vegetation.

Streamside Restoration Planting Dates:
Volunteers needed to plant trees and shrubs for the Catskill Streams Buffer Initiative on the following dates:

Saturday, April 30 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Saturday, June 4 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Saturday, June 11 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Saturday, September 24 9:00 am – 12:30pm

Volunteers meet at our office at 6375 Route 28, Phoenicia across from former Margo’s Restaurant.

We will carpool to planting sites from the office. Bring water, boots/sturdy footwear, sun protection & bug repellent.

CSBI is sponsored locally by Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District, Cornell Cooperative Extension and New York City Department of Environmental Protection.

Stream Clean-Up & Free BBQ
Saturday, May 21, 9:30 am—12:30 pm (BBQ after cleanup)
We will clean up trash at Esopus Creek Access Areas Along Route 28.
Co-Sponsored by Trout Unlimited, Catskill Mountain Chapter
Volunteers meet at our office at 6375 Route 28, Phoenicia across from former Margo’s Restaurant.

We will carpool to planting sites from the office. Bags, rubber gloves and trash pickup provided.

Please RSVP to Gretchen Rae at:
Call (845) 688-3047 or email: gretchen.rae@ashokanstreams.org