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SUMMARY:Tales of Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/tales-of-conservation/
LOCATION:New York
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
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SUMMARY:Summer Programming 2026
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/summer-programming-2026/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Summer Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20260317T155716Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/beginner-birding-tour-5-24/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20260408T175904Z
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SUMMARY:Maplewood Rose Garden Community Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/maplewood-rose-garden-community-clean-up/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20260309T205441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205441Z
UID:10000903-1779696000-1779701400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-5/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T143000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20251217T172756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T194608Z
UID:10000860-1779804000-1779805800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Stroller Walkabouts
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/stroller-walkabouts-5-26/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Education Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20250721T152003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T152821Z
UID:10000604-1780099200-1780271999@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Genesee Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/genesee2026/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20260309T205518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205518Z
UID:10000904-1780128000-1780133400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-6/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060609
CREATED:20251229T171607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T172933Z
UID:10000888-1780767000-1780779600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoobilation
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobilation/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,Zoobilation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251125T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T204027Z
UID:10000821-1781308800-1781395199@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Pride at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/pride-at-the-zoo-2/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260504T154402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T155139Z
UID:10000939-1781341200-1781359200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Maplewood Nature Center Community Clean Up & Bio Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/maplewood-nature-center-community-clean-up-bio-blitz/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211457Z
UID:10000905-1781424000-1781429400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-7/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260402T194834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T143320Z
UID:10000931-1781861400-1781870400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/juneteenth/
LOCATION:New York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251125T183409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213540Z
UID:10000823-1781890200-1781902800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBrew
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,ZooBrew
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251229T190325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T205715Z
UID:10000889-1781913600-1782086399@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Animals of the Savanna Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/animals-of-the-savanna-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251125T184420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T170617Z
UID:10000824-1782041400-1782046800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Father's Day BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/fathers-day-bbq/
LOCATION:New York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211519Z
UID:10000906-1782633600-1782639000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-8/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251125T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T151949Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Bring-a-Guest Days!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/membership-bring-a-guest-days-8/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260402T211417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T211831Z
UID:10000934-1783123200-1783295999@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Animals of the Americas Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/animals-of-the-americas-weekend/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251125T184715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213550Z
UID:10000825-1783704600-1783717200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBrew
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-2/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,ZooBrew
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211436Z
UID:10000907-1783843200-1783848600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-9/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211533Z
UID:10000908-1784361600-1784367000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-10/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20250627T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T182757Z
UID:10000601-1784376000-1784383200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:2026 PRIDE Parade Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/2026-pride-parade-cleanup/
LOCATION:Science Pkwy\, Rochester\, NY 14620\, 32 Science Pkwy\, Rochester\, 14620
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20250401T140849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215442Z
UID:10000583-1784448000-1784462400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Jungle Jog 2026
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/jungle-jog-2026/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,Jungle Jog
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205809Z
UID:10000909-1784966400-1784971800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-11/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260511T170427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T172412Z
UID:10000941-1785060000-1785070800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Paddles Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-paddles-clean-up/
LOCATION:Genesee Riverway Trail\, 118 Petten St\, Rochester\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20251230T191124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T171320Z
UID:10000890-1785542400-1786147199@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Membership Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/membership-appreciation/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000
DTSTAMP:20260601T060610
CREATED:20260309T205836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205836Z
UID:10000910-1785571200-1785576600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour!
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-12/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Cart Tours
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UID:10000828-1786123800-1786136400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBrew
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-3/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,ZooBrew
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
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UID:10000932-1786147200-1786233599@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Day
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo - April 20th\, 2024 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Join us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference.   The Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Cleanup!  Join the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach.   Sign up here Location: Durand Eastman Beach Date: April 20th\, 2024  Time: 9am-12pm  Address: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617  Meeting location: Parking lot B  https://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238  								\n				\n				\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									Sign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									The 2024 City Nature ChallengeHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period!  Learn More								\n				\n				\n				\n									Earth Day Animal ExperiencesAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help!   10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change 12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching 1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species  2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting 3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss * Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Environmental Stations to Investigate!				\n				\n				\n				\n									Diamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  Full Day Attendance  Join the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem!  USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  Full Day Attendance  Join the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests.  Learn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth  Department of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  Full Day Attendance  Join Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)!  Genesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  9:30am-3:00pm  The Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves.   Visit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org  Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly BeltwayTBDJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. Lollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior9:30am-2:00pmLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. Braddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends10:00am-3:00pmWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats10:00am-3:00pmRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. Seneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pmWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. Other Organizations Attending: Department of Recreation and Human Services  Monroe County Library System  Cornell Co-op Impact Earth  								\n				\n				\n				\n									 Other Great Earth Day Resources:The Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! Snailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) Water and Where it Goes (blog) Recycling Otter Recycling (video) Learn to How to Compost! (video) Recycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): Mixed Recycling Guide 1 Mixed Recycling Guide 2  Climate Focused Heat Trapping Metaphor (video) Responsible Consumerism Check out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! Seafood Watch Sustainable Palm Oil Upcycling Paper Bag-Basket Project Planters Project  Steps Toward Personal Sustainability 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor:    
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/pollinator-day/
LOCATION:New York
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