A Walk Back in Time

SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, MARCH 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Lucius Gleason Mansion, 314 Second Street, Liverpool, NY 13088.

CNY Folksmarch will combine a village walk, a historical walking tour, and the walking path at Onondaga Lake Park during our March Folksmarch.

The Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce has been working with us to make Liverpool the place to visit on Saturday, March 8th or Sunday, March 9th. Our walkers always enjoy a village walk because it gives them achance to really see a community instead of just driving through it on theway to somewhere else.

The Chamber is located in the Lucius Gleason Mansion, which will be our registration location. The mansion is located at 314 Second Street, Liverpool, NY 13088. Walkers may enter the mansion at the front door facing Second Street, or use the ramp entrance facing Sycamore Street. Check out the Liverpool Village Walking Tour or Oswego Street Walking Tour.

Find out more in our March 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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Folksmarch at Beaver Lake Nature Center

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027.

A favorite spot for CNY Folksmarch is Beaver Lake Nature Center -partly because it is one of the few winter locations where we can find well-groomed trails to walk, but mainly because of the natural beauty and pleasant surroundings. The dense tree coverage, even with significant snowfall in the area, usually means that BLNC has at least 3 walkable trails. This is also a great location for those who bring their own cross-country skis. Another option might be to bring snowshoes or rent a pair for $5 per hour. The usual Folksmarch rates will be in place, but we are pleased that BLNC management has again graciously offered to waive the parking fee for Folksmarchers.

Snowy pine needles at Beaver Lake Nature Center.

Find out more in our February 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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Canter through Cazenovia

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JANUARY 12, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CAZENOVIA, 27 ALBANY ST, CAZENOVIA, NY 13035.

Let’s start the new year with a walk around the Village of Cazenovia. It has been quite a few years since we enjoyed walking in this community. We thought it would be a perfect place for a winter walk.

The route will include the perimeter of the former Cazenovia College (officially closed on June 30, 2023), up and down some slight grades on village streets. You will walk along main street, the village green, and the village walking trail (if weather permits).

Find out more in our January 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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Walking Through History in Auburn

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 9:00 AM –12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1:00 PM –3:00 PM, The New York State Equal Rights Heritage Center, 25 South Street, Auburn, NY 13021. PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN WEEKEND!

Walkers on both days will be following the Harriet Tubman Walking Trail. Note: the Harriet Tubman historical site offices may not be open, but the grounds are available.

Saturday walkers can enjoy the Taste of New York shop and the exhibits in the Heritage Center. Folksmarch members (those with 2024 Passports or Annual Passes) are invited to the annual meeting taking place at 12:30 at the Heritage Center. Sunday walkers will also enjoy the annual Holiday Happening at the Center with vendors on site.

Find out more in our December 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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November Folksmarch

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 9:00 AM –12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1:00 PM –3:00 PM, Meadowbrook Neighborhood, 1342 Lancaster Ave, Syracuse, NY.

The Meadowbrook area in the City of Syracuse is considered a very walkable, dog-friendly neighborhood and is part of the Westcott community. Folksmarch will start at the Bishop Harrison Center, which is next door to All Saints Church. Folksmarchers will use the entrance that is located at the back of the building with a blue sign next to the door that reads: South Entrance.

Find out more in our November 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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Clear Path for Veterans in October

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 9:00 AM –12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1:00 PM –3:00 PM, Clear Path for Veterans, 1223 Salt Springs Road, Chittenango, NY.

In 2011, Clear Path for Veterans opened its doors to support veterans and their families as they readjust to life after military service.There are a variety of programs and benefits tailored to fit each and every veteran. The Clear Path campus is located in one of CNY’s most beautiful areas, especially in October.

The trails, which are open to the public daily, are well groomed, hard-packed dirt with very few tree roots. Of course they may be covered with damp leaves in mid-October, but they are mostly level with just some slight inclines. Leashed dogs are allowed with owners cleaning up after them as needed. 

Find out more in our October 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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Folksmarch at Clark Reservation

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Clark Reservation State Park, Jamesville, NY.

The lake at Clark Reservation was created about 10,000 years ago at the end of the last ice age, when glacial water rushed over the limestone capstone in a waterfall of originally 180 feet, creating a plunge basin below. When the glacier retreated, the waterfall ended, leaving the meromictic lake at the bottom of the basin, where the water layers do not mix, as at Green Lakes. The Reservation currently encompasses 75 acres featuring rugged cliffs, rocky outcrops, woods, meadows and a wetland. The Friends of Clark Reservation run a Nature Center and organize events during the summer. No wonder fishermen, bird watchers, naturalists and hikers like Folkmarchers love this park!

Find out more in our September 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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August Walk Along the Canal

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 9:00 AM -12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, CEDAR BAY PARK, DEWITT, NY.

Our 5K Folksmarch will include the paved surface along the canal from the park going east toward North Burdick St., with an option to go further if desired.

Also included will be a portion of Ryder Park that consists of trails composed of crushed stone and wood chips. Both areas have level terrain. Leashed dogs are allowed with owners doing any needed clean-up, of course.

Find out more in our August 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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July Folksmarch in Cato

SATURDAY, JULY 13, 9:00 AM. – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JULY 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Civic Heritage Historical Society at 11256 South Street, Cato, NY 13033.

The Civic Heritage Historical Society will be our sign-in location this month. The center features historical exhibits for the Cayuga County towns of Cato, Ira, Victory and Conquest. Additional parking is available at Mott Park, which is right next to the center on Millard Ave. 

The route will consist mainly of village sidewalks with some rural roadways and some hilly areas. Leashed dogs are allowed, with owners doing any clean-up needed. 

Find out more in our July 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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June Walk with Nature

Saturday, June 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and Sunday, June 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Sterling Nature Center, 15730 Jensvold Rd., Sterling, NY 13156.

It has been a while, but happily we will be revisiting Sterling Nature Center this month. The Folksmarch sign-in table will be located at the brand-new visitor’s education building.

Along the lakeside trails, you can expect some breathtaking views of Lake Ontario, as well as lovely sights of birds, butterflies and flora on the woodland trails and meadows. This time of year is especially enjoyable as the Great Blue Heron rookery is taking place. The trails at SNC are well-groomed and of varying terrain and degrees of challenge, mostly easy to moderate. Depending on the amount of rain we have the week before our Folksmarch, some areas may be muddy. There are plenty of picnic tables for those who pack a lunch or snack to enjoy at this peaceful place. Don’t forget to bring binoculars to best observe the heron nests!

Find out more in our June 2024 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.

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