Ever wondered what those bright yellow irises or feathery plants clogging up waterways are? Join the Catskill Center’s CRISP Aquatic Invasive Species Manager, Sarah Coney, and the Otsego County Conservation Association to “sus” out aquatic invaders along the Susquehanna River.

Date: Saturday, July 18th

Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Crumhorn Fishing Access to Portlandville Fishing Access

Difficulty: Easy

Distance: Approximately 3 mile paddle

We’ll focus on invasive plant and animal species found in the Susquehanna River, how they were introduced, how they impact the environment and our communities, and how to identify them, all while enjoying a leisurely paddle. This stretch of river is slow, meandering, and suitable for most experience levels, though participants should be prepared for a 3-mile trip.

Participants are asked to bring their own watercraft (cleaned, drained, and dried) and should plan to be on the river for approximately three hours. We encourage participants to bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and anything else needed to stay safe and comfortable. Life jackets are required and will be provided if needed. The event will be rescheduled if thunderstorms are predicted.

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.

Advance registration is required.

iSPY Invasive Species Paddle with OCCA

Join the Catskill Center’s CRISP Aquatic Invasive Species Manager, Sarah Coney, and the Otsego County Conservation Association to “sus” out aquatic invaders along the Susquehanna River.