Kingston, NY – County Executive Mike Hein is pleased to announce that the 7th annual Ulster County Creek Week will be held from September 10th through September 24th this year. Creek Week is a tribute to the abundance and diversity of Ulster County’s water resources. Events during Creek Week include nature walks, kayak/canoe tours, creek clean-ups and volunteer work days, local history talks, forums and courses on environmental issues, and more.
“Ulster County’s annual Creek Week is a wonderful way for residents and visitors alike to celebrate and learn about the spectacular array of waterways across our County,” said County Executive Mike Hein. “I invite everyone to take advantage of this great opportunity to gain information about our environment, have fun and enjoy some of our County’s natural beauty while exploring the many diverse waterways in our area. We are so fortunate to have access to amazing streams, creeks, ponds, lakes, as well as the beautiful Hudson River. For information on the various activities taking place during Creek Week please visit http://ulstercountyny.gov/environmental-management-council/creek-week-2016.”
Some of the many events being held this year include:
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Tour and Ride the Historic 9/11 NYC Fireboat the “John J. Harvey” from 11AM – 1PM, 9/9 - 9/12
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Kingston Fall Foliage Morning Kayak Tour from 9AM-11AM on 9/10
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Migrating Birds at John Burroughs Slabsides from 10AM – 11:30 AM on 9/10
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Guided Tour of the D&H Canal Five Lock Walk from 2PM – 3:30PM on 9/11 & 9/18
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Wallkill River Festival from 12PM – 4PM on 9/17 (rain date 9/18)
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Family Fishing Day at Ashokan Reservoir (Woodstock Dike) - 9 AM – 2PM on 9/18
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Habitat and Water Resource Assessment Short Course- Apply by September 12th – 9am-5pm each day 9/22-9/24
- Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day Live at Hudson River Maritime Museum from 11AM – 5PM on 9/24
Amanda LaValle, Coordinator of the Ulster County Department for the Environment
“This year’s impressive lineup offers a variety of events organized by various municipal, environmental and community groups,” said Amanda LaValle, Coordinator of the Ulster County Department for the Environment. “As the summer season comes to an end, Creek Week encourages people to discover or rediscover Ulster County. We welcome visitors to participate in the many planned activities during Creek Week and encourage residents to enjoy not only those events happening in their own towns, but also experience and learn about other parts of the County that they may not be as familiar with. Creek Week events are a great way to reconnect with nature and are fun for all ages. Many of the events offer the opportunity to learn something new while giving back to the environment and the community.”
Dave Haldeman, Chairman of the Ulster County Environmental Management Council
“We’re excited about the variety of Creek Week events being offered across the County. There is something for all ages and abilities. I hope everyone has a chance to participate this year and take some time to appreciate what this County has to offer in regards to both its rich natural resources and sense of community,” said Dave Haldeman, Chairman of the Ulster County Environmental Management Council, which is the co-sponsor for Ulster County Creek Week.
In addition to the updated roster of events that is being offered, this year, anyone who participates in three or more events during Creek Week has a chance to win a rain barrel. Simply send an email to environment[at]co.ulster.ny[dot]us with either pictures taken at the events or something that you learned while in attendance, and you will be entered in a drawing to win.
All of the events can be viewed at http://ulstercountyny.gov/environmental-management-council/creek-week-2016. Events can also be found on REConnect (www.ulstercountyny.gov/maps/recreation/) the County’s interactive recreation website where visitors can see the exact location and details of each event and can also access different areas of the County to learn about other recreational opportunities that exist nearby.
