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Events Up North

Upcoming Events | Past Events

Certified Interpretive Guide Training

Event date and time
May 27, 2025 - 8:00 AM to May 30, 2025 - 5:00 PM
Event description

Nature Up North is excited to announce that we're hosting a Certified Interpretive Guide Training!

Community Campfire - Amphibian Hunt!

Event date and time
June 6, 2025 - 7:00 PM to June 6, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North at the Wachtmeister Field Station on outer Park St. for the first community campfire of the year!

Running from 7-9pm, stop by the field station for s'mores and a trip down the Kip trail to look for amphibians. The Kip trail cuts through a flooded forest with vernal (temporary) pools that form each spring from snowmelt and rain. These are the perfect habitats for amphibians like frogs and salamanders. Take a walk with us to flip over rocks and fallen trees to see if any are hiding underneath!

Watching Wildlife With Cameras

Event date and time
June 14, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Event description

Learn about using trail cams, time-lapse cameras, camera bird feeders, and more to watch and monitor nature on your property.

Community Paddle - Topic TBD

Event date and time
June 14, 2025 - 6:30 PM to June 14, 2025 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for our first community paddle of the year!

Our paddles are free and come with equipment provided. All you need are clothes you don't mind getting wet! We launch from the Little River Boat Launch on outer Park St. in Canton at 6:30 with the goal of returning by 8pm. Each outing comes with a theme for us to investigate while out on the water.

Community Campfire - Topic TBD

Event date and time
June 20, 2025 - 7:00 PM to June 20, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for a community campfire! We're still deciding the topic, but you can count on s'mores being there!

Remote Monitoring with Drones

Event date and time
June 28, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Event description

Learn how drones can be used to detect and monitor plants and animals in the air and underwater. This event will take place at the Upper and Lower Lakes, Grasse River Fishing Access on Rt. 68 between, just outside of Canton.

Community Campfire - Topic TBD

Event date and time
July 4, 2025 - 7:00 PM to July 4, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for a community campfire! We're still deciding the topic, but you can count on s'mores being there!

Oswegatchie River Water Chestnut Hand Pull

Event date and time
July 11, 2025 - 9:45 AM to 3:00 PM
Event description

Make a difference in your community by joining a volunteer effort to remove water chestnut from the Oswegatchie River near the Village of Heuvelton on Friday, July 11th, from 9:45 AM to 3:00 PM. z

This event is open to all, and no experience is needed! Registration is required, and we encourage you to sign up early to secure your spot. This is a great opportunity to enjoy time on the water while contributing to the health of our environment.

Watching Wildlife with Cameras

Event date and time
July 12, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Event description

Learn about using trail cams to study area wildlife, including information on Nature Up North's multi-year Zooniverse project!

Community Paddle - Topic TBD

Event date and time
July 12, 2025 - 6:30 PM to July 12, 2025 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for community paddle on the Little River!

Our paddles are free and come with equipment provided. All you need are clothes you don't mind getting wet! We launch from the Little River Boat Launch on outer Park St. in Canton at 6:30 with the goal of returning by 8pm. Each outing comes with a theme for us to investigate while out on the water.

Community Campfire - Topic TBD

Event date and time
July 18, 2025 - 7:00 PM to July 18, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for a community campfire! We're still deciding the topic, but you can count on s'mores being there!

Remote Monitoring with Drones

Event date and time
July 26, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Event description

See how drones can be used to monitor plants and animals in the air and underwater.

Community Paddle - Topic TBD

Event date and time
July 26, 2025 - 6:30 PM to July 26, 2025 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for community paddle on the Little River!

Our paddles are free and come with equipment provided. All you need are clothes you don't mind getting wet! We launch from the Little River Boat Launch on outer Park St. in Canton at 6:30 with the goal of returning by 8pm. Each outing comes with a theme for us to investigate while out on the water.

Community Campfire - Night Sky Talk with Dave Prosper!

Event date and time
August 1, 2025 - 7:00 PM to August 1, 2025 - 9:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for a community campfire! This campfire will be put on with a collaboration from Potsdam Pride. They've asked a local community member, Dave Prosper, to lead participants on a night sky talk!

Community Paddle - Topic TBD

Event date and time
August 9, 2025 - 6:30 PM to August 9, 2025 - 8:00 PM
Event description

Join Nature Up North for community paddle on the Little River!

Our paddles are free and come with equipment provided. All you need are clothes you don't mind getting wet! We launch from the Little River Boat Launch on outer Park St. in Canton at 6:30 with the goal of returning by 8pm. Each outing comes with a theme for us to investigate while out on the water.