Ever wondered what those bright yellow iris’ or feathery looking plants that clogs up waterways are?

Well, join the Catskill Center’s CRISP Aquatic Invasive Species Manager, Sarah Coney, and the Otsego County Conservation Association to ‘Sus’ out invaders in the Susquehanna River. We’ll focus on invasive plant and animal species found in the Susquehanna River, how they were introduced, how they impact the environment (and us!), and how to ID them, all while enjoying a leisurely three mile paddle down the Susquehanna. This stretch of river is slow, meandering, and friendly to most levels of boating experience—just keep in mind it covers 3 miles.

*Participants are asked to bring their own watercraft (Cleaned, Drained, and Dried!) and should plan to be on the river for about three hours. We encourage participants to bring water, snacks, sunscreen, PFDs and whatever else you need to stay safe and have a good time on the water!

If you do not have your own watercraft, visit Canoe & Kayak Rentals and Sales in Portlandville or call (607-286-7349) for information on renting one.

The paddle will start at the DEC Crumhorn Fishing Access site in Maryland, NY, and end at the DEC Portlandville Fishing Access Site in Portlandville, NY. We are unable to provide transportation from the DEC Portlandville Fishing Access Site back to the DEC Crumhorn Fishing Access site, so please be sure you have planned for this.

iSPY Invasive Species Paddle with CRISP & OCCA

By Catskill Center for Conservation and Development

iSPY Invasive Species Paddle with CRISP & OCCA

Join the Catskill Center’s CRISP Aquatic Invasive Species Manager, Sarah Coney, and the Otsego County Conservation Association to learn about invasive species in the Susquehanna River.