Cazenovia Preservation Foundation

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The mission of the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation is to protect the historic, agricultural, and natural resources surrounding Cazenovia, New York, for the benefit of the community.

06/23/2026

🦫 ALL ABOUT BEAVERS – TONIGHT, TUESDAY, JUNE 23🦫
Come take a walk with nature educator, Amy Kochem, to learn all about North America’s largest rodent—the beaver and hear how CPF is managing the water level of the beaver pond from Land Stewardship Manager, Peg Engasser.
🗓️ Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Meet at St. Peter’s Church parking lot - 10 Mill St, Cazenovia
💲 Free
✔ No registration required
We’ll explore CPF’s Willow Patch where you can see firsthand how beavers transform the landscape—building dams, creating wetlands, and providing habitat for other wildlife.
This event is for both kids and adults.
CPF thanks 2026 Walks ‘n Talks sponsor Suzanne Follan Cook.

🐟 Good news! CPF is happy to announce that we have been able to reschedule our Creek Critter Exploration program, which ...
06/22/2026

🐟 Good news! CPF is happy to announce that we have been able to reschedule our Creek Critter Exploration program, which was originally planned for June 7 but postponed due to inclement weather.

🗓️ Date: Sunday, June 28
⏰ Time: 1 PM
📍Location: Creekside Park (behind Cazenovia Public Library) https://tinyurl.com/creeksideparkincaz
💲 Cost: Free
👉Register at: cazpreservation.org/events/creek-critter-exploration-2026

Join natural scientist Mat Webber of the Izaak Walton League, and members of the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation for a hands-on stream exploration that’s perfect for nature lovers, environmentalists, anglers, and curious minds of all ages.

This is a free event. But, please register, so that we know how many participants we can expect. Bring your curiosity and prepare for some fun—we’ll see you at the creek!

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📣 Last call, poets! 🌿✍️Today is the final day to enter CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Contest.If you’ve been thinking ...
06/20/2026

📣 Last call, poets! 🌿✍️

Today is the final day to enter CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Contest.
If you’ve been thinking about writing a poem inspired by this year’s theme, Harmony, now is the time to put pen to paper and share your voice.
🍃 Open to poets of all ages
🍃 Winning poems displayed along the Gorge Trail this fall
🍃 Winners invited to read their work at a special event on October 3, 2026

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
🗓️ Submission deadline: June 20
➡️ cazpreservation.org

Let your voice be heard—and become part of a cherished Cazenovia tradition.

The 2026 Poetry on the Trail contest is sponsored by Suzanne Follan Cook, and presented by the Cazenovia Preservation Foundation, the Cazenovia Public Library, local poet Eric Evans, and Cazenovia High School English teacher Wendy Everard.

06/19/2026

🦫 ALL ABOUT BEAVERS – TUESDAY, JUNE 23🦫
Come take a walk with nature educator, Amy Kochem, to learn all about North America’s largest rodent—the beaver and hear how CPF is managing the water level of the beaver pond from Land Stewardship Manager, Peg Engasser.
🗓️ Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Meet at St. Peter’s Church parking lot
💲 Free
✔ No registration required
We’ll explore CPF’s Willow Patch where you can see firsthand how beavers transform the landscape—building dams, creating wetlands, and providing habitat for other wildlife.
This event is for both kids and adults.
CPF thanks 2026 Walks ‘n Talks sponsor Suzanne Follan Cook.

06/19/2026

🦫 ALL ABOUT BEAVERS – TUESDAY, JUNE 23🦫

Come take a walk with nature educator, Amy Kochem, to learn all about North America’s largest rodent—the beaver and hear how CPF is managing the water level of the beaver pond from Land Stewardship Manager, Peg Engasser.

🗓️ Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Meet at St. Peter's Church parking lot
💲 Free
✔ No registration required

We’ll explore CPF’s Willow Patch where you can see firsthand how beavers transform the landscape—building dams, creating wetlands, and providing habitat for other wildlife.

This event is for both kids and adults.

CPF thanks 2026 Walks 'n Talks sponsor Suzanne Follan Cook.

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06/18/2026

🎣 THIS WEEKEND! 🐟

Spend part of Father's Day weekend outdoors at Fenner Conservation Pond learning to fish or fly fish with CPF, Trout Unlimited, and the Shane Pinard Future Fishermen Foundation.

This free, family-friendly event is perfect for beginners of all ages. Stop by anytime between 9 a.m. and noon to cast a line, learn new skills, and enjoy one of Cazenovia's beautiful outdoor spaces.

🗓️ Saturday, June 20
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 Fenner Conservation Pond
💲 Free
👉 Register here: cazpreservation.org/events/learn-to-fish-fly-fish-2026

Our event partners will have rods and tackle available to borrow, or you can bring your own favorite gear.

Thank you to our Walks ‘n Talks Season Sponsor: Suzanne Follan Cook.

Caz Life Visit Madison County, NY Shane Pinard Future Fishermen's Foundation Madison County Trout Unlimited Chapter 680

🦫 ALL ABOUT BEAVERS – TUESDAY, JUNE 23🦫Did you know beavers have orange teeth? Or that they can hold their breath underw...
06/17/2026

🦫 ALL ABOUT BEAVERS – TUESDAY, JUNE 23🦫

Did you know beavers have orange teeth? Or that they can hold their breath underwater for up to 15 minutes? Or that they are vegetarians?

Join nature educator Amy Kochem on Tuesday, June 23, at 7 p.m. for a fascinating walk through CPF's Willow Patch and discover how North America's largest rodent transforms entire ecosystems.

We'll explore active beaver habitat and learn how these incredible "engineers" build dams, create wetlands, improve water quality, and provide homes for countless other wildlife species.

🗓️ Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Meet at St. Peter's Church parking lot (10 Mill St., Cazenovia)
💲 Free
✔ No registration required

Parking is also available behind Cazenovia Public Library.

Come see the remarkable impact beavers have on our local landscape! This event is for both kids and adults.

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ATTENTION POETS!✍️This Saturday, June 20, is the deadline to submit your poem for CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Conte...
06/16/2026

ATTENTION POETS!✍️

This Saturday, June 20, is the deadline to submit your poem for CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Contest.

🌿 Theme: Harmony
🌿 Open to all ages
🌿 Winning poems featured along the Gorge Trail this fall
🌿 Special prizes awarded in four age categories

Whether you’re a seasoned poet or trying poetry for the first time, we encourage you to share your creativity and perspective.

Submit your poem before midnight on Saturday!

➡️ cazpreservation.org/events/2026-poetry-contest

The 2026 Poetry on the Trail contest is sponsored by Suzanne Follan Cook and presented by Cazenovia Preservation Foundation, Cazenovia Public Library & Museum, poet Eric Evans, and Cazenovia High School English Teacher, Wendy Everard.

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🎣 THIS WEEKEND: Learn to Fish/Fly Fish 🐟Spend part of Father's Day weekend outdoors at Fenner Conservation Pond learning...
06/15/2026

🎣 THIS WEEKEND: Learn to Fish/Fly Fish 🐟

Spend part of Father's Day weekend outdoors at Fenner Conservation Pond learning to fish or fly fish with CPF, Madison County Trout Unlimited Chapter 680 and the Shane Pinard Future Fishermen's Foundation.

This free, family-friendly event is perfect anglers of all ages and skill levels. Stop by anytime between 9 a.m. and noon to cast a line!

🐟 Date: Saturday, June 20th
🐟 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon
🐟 Location: Fenner Conservation Pond
🐟 Cost: Free

We'll have rods and tackle available to borrow, or bring your own favorite gear.🧺To make a day of it, pack a picnic to enjoy by the pond!

👉 Register here cazpreservation.org/events/learn-to-fish-fly-fish-2026

Location Google Map Link: tinyurl.com/fennerpond
More info: cazpreservation.org/events

Please note: There are no restroom facilities at the pond.

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🌱Only 10 days remain to submit your poem for CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Contest! ✍️This year’s theme is Harmony, a...
06/10/2026

🌱Only 10 days remain to submit your poem for CPF’s annual Poetry on the Trail Contest! ✍️

This year’s theme is Harmony, and poets of all ages are encouraged to participate. Whether you’re inspired by nature, community, music, or the balance found in everyday life, we want to hear your voice.

🏆 Prize categories:
• Grades 1–4
• Grades 5–8
• Grades 9–12
• Adults

Selected poems will be featured as part of our Poetry on the Trail exhibit along the Gorge Trail this fall.

🗓️ Submission Deadline: June 20

👉Learn more and submit your poem: www.cazpreservation.org/

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Cazenovia, NY
13035

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

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