August Folksmarch at Marcellus Park & Village

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM –  2449 Platt Road, Marcellus, NY.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

Join CNY Folksmarch this August as we return to one of our favorite summer destinations—Marcellus Park and the Village of Marcellus!

📅 Saturday, August 8 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📅 Sunday, August 9 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Walkers may arrive anytime during event hours to register and walk at their own pace.

📍 Location & Registration

Marcellus Park
2449 Platt Road
Marcellus, NY 13108

Saturday Registration: Annex Pavilion
Sunday Registration: Welcome Center

Please note that registration locations are different each day due to park scheduling. Both are conveniently located near parking and restrooms.

🚶 About the Walk

This month’s Folksmarch offers the best of both worlds—beautiful park scenery and a charming small village.

Choose to explore:

  • The walking paths throughout Marcellus Park
  • The Village of Marcellus
  • Or enjoy both during your visit!

The park features open green spaces, picnic areas, a playground, and peaceful walking paths, while the village offers historic character and a welcoming small-town atmosphere.

🌳 About Marcellus

Marcellus is located in southwestern Onondaga County and has been welcoming residents since the late 1700s. The town sits within the former Central New York Military Tract and was originally part of the lands of the Onondaga Nation.

The community also gave its name to the Marcellus Formation, a vast geological layer that stretches across several states and into Canada and has become well known in discussions about natural gas development.

☀️ Summer Walking Tips

August is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors, but remember to come prepared.

We recommend:

  • Bringing a water bottle
  • Wearing comfortable walking shoes
  • Using sunscreen
  • Applying insect repellent
  • Performing a tick check after your walk, especially if you’ve spent time in grassy or wooded areas.

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💲 Participation

  • First-time walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Family maximum: $9
  • Veterans 50% Discount!
  • Annual Membership
    **HALF YEAR HALF PRICE** $20
Annual Membership

🌞 Join Us

Whether you’re discovering Marcellus for the first time or returning to one of our favorite annual walks, we’d love to have you join us for a relaxing summer weekend outdoors.

Bring a friend, enjoy the scenery, and experience another great CNY Folksmarch!

July Folksmarch at the Oneida Fish Cultural Station

SATURDAY, JULY 11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JULY 12, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM –  3 Hatchery Road, Constantia, NY.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

Join CNY Folksmarch this July as we head to the north shore of Oneida Lake for a summer walk in the Village of Constantia!

📅 Saturday, July 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📅 Sunday, July 12 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Walkers may arrive anytime during event hours to register and walk at their own pace.

📍 Location & Registration

Oneida Fish Cultural Station
3 Hatchery Road
Constantia, NY 13044

Parking is available in three locations:

  • Immediately before the hatchery building
  • Immediately after the hatchery building
  • Across Hatchery Road, just beyond the building

The hatchery is located just off State Route 49 on the banks of Scriba Creek.

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🚶 About the Walk

This month’s route combines nature, small-town charm, and local history.

Walkers will enjoy:

  • A visit to the Oneida Fish Cultural Station
  • A section along quiet country roads
  • A scenic walk on the Oswego Rail Trail
  • A return through the Village of Constantia, passing Buckingham Market and several historic churches.

Walk at your own pace and enjoy exploring one of the communities along the north shore of Oneida Lake.

🎣 About the Hatchery

The Oneida Fish Cultural Station plays an important role in fisheries conservation throughout New York State.

The hatchery focuses primarily on raising walleye, collecting 200–300 million eggs from Oneida Lake each year and stocking millions of fry. It also raises the state’s supply of tiger muskellunge and helps conserve rare fish species, producing approximately 6,000 pounds of fish annually.

Visitors can explore educational displays inside the hatchery to learn more about fish culture and aquatic conservation.

🌿 About Constantia

Located in Oswego County on the north shore of Oneida Lake, Constantia is a historic community first settled in the late 1700s. Today it offers a peaceful setting with lake access, Scriba Creek, the Oswego Rail Trail, and welcoming village streets to explore.

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💲 Participation

  • First-time walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children 5 and under: FREE
  • Family maximum: $9
  • Veterans 50% Discount!
  • Annual Membership
    **HALF YEAR HALF PRICE** $20
Annual Membership

🌞 Join Us

Whether you’re interested in local history, fisheries, nature, or simply enjoying a summer walk with friends, we’d love to have you join us for our July Folksmarch.

Come explore Constantia, discover the Oneida Fish Cultural Station, and enjoy another great weekend of walking together!

June Folksmarch at Montezuma Audubon Center

SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM – 2295 State Route 89 North, Savannah, NY.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

⚠️ Please Note: This month’s walk will be held on Saturday only. To accommodate both our morning and afternoon walkers, we have extended the walking hours. The Audubon Center is not open on Sundays, and restroom facilities would not be available.

📅 Saturday, June 13 | 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Walkers may arrive anytime during event hours to register and walk at their own pace.

📍 Location & Registration

Montezuma Audubon Center
2295 State Route 89 North
Savannah, NY 13146

Parking is available in the main lot adjacent to the Audubon Center.

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🚶 About the Walk

This month’s walk offers a variety of trail options through wetlands, marshes, meadows, and forest habitat.

Walkers may choose from:

  • North Marsh Trail – a fairly level, open trail around the marsh
  • South Marsh Trail – another easy-to-moderate route with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Forest Trail – a more varied route that includes meadow areas and some steeper terrain

The marsh trails are mowed grass paths rather than stone dust or paved surfaces. Depending on recent weather, you may wish to wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent.

🐦 Birders may want to bring binoculars!

🌿 About Montezuma Audubon Center

The Montezuma Audubon Center is part of the larger Montezuma Wetlands Complex, a 50,000-acre network of wetlands that provides critical habitat for migrating birds, waterfowl, shorebirds, and other wildlife.

Located along the Atlantic Flyway, the Montezuma area is one of the busiest bird migration corridors in North America. More than 240 species of birds have been documented within the refuge, along with dozens of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.

The Audubon Center features educational exhibits, a small gift shop, and information about the many outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Montezuma Wetlands Complex.

💡 Can’t Make It on Saturday?

If you’re one of our regular Sunday walkers and cannot attend on June 13, you may visit the Audubon Center on your own during the month of June. Pick up a trail map at the Center, record the date of your visit, and bring that information to a future Folksmarch event to receive your stamp and credit.

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💲 Participation

  • First-time walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children under 5: FREE
  • Family max: $9
  • Annual Membership Pass: $40 
  • Veterans Half Price!
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🌾 Join Us

Whether you’re an experienced birder, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for a new place to enjoy a walk, Montezuma Audubon Center offers a unique opportunity to explore one of Central New York’s most important natural areas.

We hope you’ll join us on June 13 for this special one-day Folksmarch adventure!

May Folksmarch at Chittenango Falls State Park

SATURDAY, MAY 16, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, MAY 17, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Chittenango Falls State Park, 5241 Gorge Road, State Route 13, Chittenango, NY.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

📅 When

Join CNY Folksmarch for our May walk at one of Central New York’s most scenic destinations—Chittenango Falls State Park!

Saturday, May 16 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, May 17 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Please note: This month’s walk is on the third weekend of May.

Walkers may arrive at any time during event hours to register and walk at their own pace.

📍 Location & Registration

Chittenango Falls State Park
5241 Gorge Road – State Route 13
Cazenovia, NY 13035 

Registration will take place at the Overlook Pavilion, located down the steps in the northeast corner of the parking lot. Look for our red arrows, banner, or A-frame sign. 

Restrooms are available in the building near the parking lot, and picnic tables are located throughout the park.

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🚶 About this Walk

Chittenango Falls is especially spectacular in the spring, when seasonal rains feed the creek and the waterfall is at its most powerful. 

Walkers can choose from several trail options, including:

  • A gorge trail leading to the base of the falls (more challenging, but very rewarding)
  • Additional moderate trails throughout the park
  • Flexible routes depending on your pace and comfort level

You decide how far and where you walk—there’s something for everyone.

🐕 Dogs are welcome but must be cleaned up after.

🌄 About the Park

Chittenango Falls State Park is a 193-acre park in Madison County featuring a dramatic 167-foot waterfall cascading over ancient bedrock. 

With multiple short trails and scenic overlooks, the park offers a variety of ways to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

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💲 Participation

  • First-time walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children under 5: FREE
  • Family max: $9 
  • Annual Membership Pass: $40 
  • Veterans Half Price!
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🌿 Make a Day of It

Before or after your walk, consider exploring nearby communities:

  • Visit the Village of Chittenango or Cazenovia
  • Enjoy lunch at a local café
  • Stroll along Main Street

The drive itself is part of the experience, with beautiful views and charming small-town settings.

👉 Join Us

Whether you’re looking for a scenic challenge or a relaxed walk in nature, we invite you to join us for a memorable spring outing at Chittenango Falls.

Looking ahead: June’s walk will be at Montezuma Audubon Center.

April Folksmarch at Burnet Park

SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Burnet Park, Syracuse, New York.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

📅 When

Join CNY Folksmarch for our April walk at one of Syracuse’s most beloved city parks—Burnet Park!

Saturday, April 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, April 12 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Walkers may arrive at any time during the listed hours to register and walk at their own pace.

📍 Location & Registration

Registration will take place behind the Arts and Crafts building in Burnet Park. [link]

Address:
521 Burnet Park Drive
Syracuse, NY 13204

Parking is available in front of the Arts and Crafts building or along the roadside. The closest park entrance is at Burnet Park Drive and Coleridge Avenue. 

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🚶 About this Walk

This month’s route offers a mix of park and neighborhood scenery. Walkers will enjoy:

  • A loop within Burnet Park
  • A walk around the oval in the James Pass Arboretum
  • Sections through the historic Tipperary Hill neighborhood

Along the way, you may pass:

  • The Stone Throwers monument (near the famous upside-down traffic light)
  • Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub
  • St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church
  • Nearby St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church 

Most of the route follows park roads and city sidewalks.

🐕 Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and cleaned up after.

🌳 About Burnet Park

Burnet Park has been a part of Syracuse since 1886, when Major John P. Burnet donated land for public use. 

The park includes the James Pass Arboretum, a living collection of trees designed for education and enjoyment, with ongoing improvements to expand and enhance the variety of plantings. 

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💲 Participation

  • First-time walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children under 5: FREE
  • Family max: $9 
  • Annual Membership Pass: $40 
  • Veterans Half Price!
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🌿 A Spring Walk in the City

April is a wonderful time to walk in Burnet Park. As the season begins to change, walkers can enjoy open spaces, winding paths, and the early signs of spring throughout the park and surrounding neighborhood.

👉 Join Us

Whether you’re a regular walker or joining us for the first time, we welcome you to come out, enjoy the fresh air, and walk at your own pace.

Why We Walk – April 2026

A quiet awakening, one step at a time.

There’s something about walking in April that feels like a quiet awakening.

After months of cold and gray, the world begins to soften. The ground gives a little underfoot, the air feels lighter, and everywhere you look there are small signs of change—buds forming on branches, patches of green pushing through, and birds returning with renewed energy.

In March, we noticed the first hints of that shift—the stillness, the subtle changes, the sense that something was just beginning. April builds on that feeling.

It invites us to notice more.

When we walk this time of year, it’s not about big, dramatic changes—it’s about the small ones. The first hints of color. The shift in the light. The feeling that something is beginning again, even if it’s not fully visible yet.

And then there’s the simple joy of being outside.

After a long winter, stepping onto a trail—whether it’s a wooded path, an open field, or a park close to home—feels refreshing in a way that’s hard to describe but easy to appreciate. Walking becomes less about braving the elements and more about enjoying the experience.

At Burnet Park, this sense of renewal is everywhere. Open spaces, winding paths, and views of the city create a setting where you can take it all in—whether you’re walking with a friend or simply enjoying a quiet moment along the way.

And as always, there’s the community.

A greeting at the start, a conversation along the route, or even just the shared understanding that we’re all choosing to be here—it’s these small connections that make each walk meaningful.

April reminds us that we don’t have to wait for everything to be in full bloom to begin again.

All it takes is a step outside—and a willingness to see what’s starting to grow.

We hope you’ll join us for our April walk at Burnet Park and experience the season as it begins to unfold.

March Folksmarch Onondaga Lake (West Shore)

SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Onondaga Lake, Syracuse, New York.

Walk at your own pace • Non-competitive • All ages & abilities welcome

Join us the second weekend of every month for a walk across Central New York!

📅 When

  • Saturday, March 14 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sunday, March 15 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Walkers may arrive at any time during event hours to register and begin their walk.

📍 Where (Registration)

Onondaga Lake Visitor Center
266 Restoration Way
Syracuse, NY 13209 

Located at the boat launch just off Exit 11–12B from I-690 (New York State Fair exit).

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About This Walk

Join CNY Folksmarch for a scenic walk along the west shore of Onondaga Lake. This popular location offers a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors as winter transitions into spring, with open views of the lake and chances to observe local wildlife.

The walk follows a section of the Empire State Trail, providing a flat, accessible route for walkers of all abilities. 

What to Expect

  • Approximately 5K (3 miles) (walk as much or as little as you like)
  • Flat, paved trail suitable for most walkers
  • Views of the lake and surrounding natural areas
  • Opportunities to see early signs of spring
  • Wildlife viewing, including waterfowl and birds of prey

🦅 Special Feature

Staff from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will be available at the Visitor Center to answer questions about the site, conservation efforts, and wildlife along the west shore.

Walkers may want to bring binoculars to look for nesting or hunting eagles and other birds.

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What is a Folksmarch?

CNY Folksmarch is inspired by the German volksmarch tradition—non-competitive walking events designed to encourage fitness, fresh air, and social connection.

  • No set pace
  • No competition
  • Open to all ages and abilities

Whether you walk the full route or just a portion, you’ll find a welcoming community.

💲 Participation Options

  • First-Time Walkers: FREE
  • Adults: $4
  • Youth (6–18): $1
  • Children (5 & under): FREE
  • Family Maximum: $9
  • Annual Membership Pass: $40 
  • Veterans Half Price!
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👟 What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Layers for March weather
  • Water
  • Binoculars (optional)

March weather can be unpredictable, so dress accordingly. 

🌟 Join Us!

Whether you’re a longtime walker or joining us for the first time, we invite you to come out and enjoy a relaxed, scenic walk along Onondaga Lake.

Bring a friend, enjoy the fresh air, and experience the simple joy of walking together.

February Folksmarch at Beaver Lake Nature Center

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Beaver Lake Nature Center , Baldwinsville, New York.

Join CNY Folksmarch for our February walk at the beautiful Beaver Lake Nature Center, one of Central New York’s most scenic natural areas. [link]

This self-paced winter folksmarch will take place over two days:

  • Saturday, February 14 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Sunday, February 15 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Walkers may arrive at any time during the scheduled hours to register their walk and then head out on the trails at their own pace.

Beaver Lake offers a network of well-maintained, mostly flat trails that wind through forested areas and along the lake’s shoreline. In winter, the landscape is especially peaceful, with open views across the water and opportunities to observe seasonal wildlife. Depending on weather and trail conditions, walkers may enjoy traditional walking, and Beaver Lake may also offer snowshoe rentals or allow cross-country skiing on designated trails.

CNY Folksmarch is inspired by the German volksmarch tradition—non-competitive, community walks that promote fitness, fresh air, and enjoyment of the outdoors. Our walks are open to people of all experience levels, with no racing and no set pace.

Whether you’re a longtime folksmarcher or new to our group, we invite you to join us for a refreshing winter walk and a chance to experience Beaver Lake in a quieter season.

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New Year Destiny Walk

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JANUARY 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Destiny USA, Syracuse, New York.

Once again, we will hold our first Folksmarch of the year at the centrally located mall: Destiny USA. January weather is unpredictable in our area. We may have a relatively warm winter day for Folksmarchers to walk outside along the Inner Harbor and a portion of the Creek Walk which is a short distance from the mall entrance on Hiawatha Blvd. Others may choose to see what’s new inside the mall by walking the perimeter of the 4 retail floors in order to complete a 5k. 

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December Walk in Jordan

SATURDAY, December 13 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, December 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Christ Episcopal Church, located at 25 North Main Street, Jordan, NY 13080.

Our local communities often look so festive during the winter holiday season. On the weekend of December 13 and 14, CNY Folksmarch will explore the Village of Jordan, just a short drive west of Syracuse, to enjoy that local feel. Our registration site is Christ Episcopal Church, located at 25 North Main Street, Jordan, NY 13080. This lovely church has a moderate-size parking lot. Convenient street parking is available.

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