WHAT’S NEW AT THE CATSKILL CENTER CRISP (Catskills Regional Invasive Species Partnership) is looking for volunteers to monitor for spotted lanternfly. Spotted lanternfly is spreading into our region and threatens to damage multiple agricultural crops including apples, grapes, hops, and maple. Learn more at https://www.nyimapinvasives.org/slf THE CATSKILL STEWARDS PROGRAM is growing in 2021 to include a Ridge Runner for the Catskill Park! A Ridge Runner hikes trails, meets and greets hikers, and provides materials to inform visitors about the trail and its intended primitive experience. To ensure our success, we need your help! https://catskillcenter.org/ridgerunner CATSKILLS VISITOR CENTER releases a new self-guided, family-friendly, themed scavenger hunt each month. Pick up the current challenge sheet at the service window (Thurs-Tues, 10-3). Upcoming themes are Unplug and Observe (March), Amphibians (April), Birds (May), and Pollinators (June). For more information, call 845-688-3369 or visit catskillsvisitorcenter.org. KATIE PALM AND SUSAN BLAKE recently celebrated their 10th anniversaries with the Catskill Center. Katie is the Catskills Visitor Center Director and Susan is the Data & Office Manager. Congratulations and thank you for all that you do! TROUT TALES 2021 - A celebration of all things spring! Catskills Trout Tales (CTT) is an event designed to inspire visitors and residents alike to explore the area’s forests, waters, and communities as stewards rather than simply consumers. Catskills Trout Tales 2021 will be mainly online - join us at the CTT Facebook page throughout April & May for virtual events, stories, and art from our Catskills friends and neighbors. ABOUT US: Since 1969, the Catskill Center has protected and
43355 State Highway 28
fostered the environmental, cultural and economic well-being of
Arkville, NY 12406
the Catskill region. Our mission is to ensure a bright future for the Catskills by preserving our environment, expanding our economy and celebrating our culture. Become a member at: catskillcenter.org/membership
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