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SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:E-mail us for more information. Contact our outreach coordinator\, Karen\, at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org for more information and check out our Facebook page for location details and additional scheduled cleanups!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-clean-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T180000
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SUMMARY:River Talk at Ill Eagle Taphouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 200 Lounge upstairs for a brew\, a specialty cocktail\, and some great food at Ill Eagle Taphouse while we chat about a wide range of topics surrounding our beautiful river. One free drink token will be given with each ticket sale to be used during the event!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T103000
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying 101
DESCRIPTION:River Friends is happy to announce our second edition of Introduction to Fly Fishing: Fly Tying 101\, which will be held at our downtown Elmira office on Saturday mornings during the month of March 2025. The course will be taught by our Board President Jim Emmick and will cover basic tools needed to tie flies\, how to start and finish a fly\, and some of the popular fly tying materials needed. All materials will be furnished\, and participants will keep the flies they tie\, which will include basic patterns for trout\, bass and panfish fishing. The cost for the five-session workshop will be $30. The program will be limited to 5 participants\, and we recommend you be at least 14 years old to join the program. \n*This course is meant for beginning fly-tyers\, previous participants will be considered after any new participants have signed up.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/fly-tying-101/
LOCATION:Chemung River Friends\, 109 North Main St.\, Elmira\, New York\, 14901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T184908Z
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SUMMARY:Cookies with Friends: Birds of a Feather
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our downtown Elmira office for our fun\, free program for kids: Cookies with Friends! This program is a kid-friendly version of our Coffee with Friends series and features a book\, a craft\, and of course\, cookies! The program is free and no registration is required. Please dress for the weather\, as we do sometimes take a nature walk as part of the program. We meet at 3:30PM at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY\, on Wednesdays the week of our Coffee with Friends programs.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/cookies-with-friends-birds-of-a-feather/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Friends: For the Love of Birds with Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birds are vital members of our ecosystem\, and our local Chemung Valley Audubon Society has important information to share about protecting and caring for these amazing creatures. \nThe talks will be held at the Friends of the Chemung River office at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY. A light breakfast\, tea\, and (of course) coffee will be served. Doors will open at 8:30am\, and the talk will begin promptly at 9am and end at 10am to get you out and on your way to enjoying your weekend. \nFor more information\, please contact our outreach coordinator at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org. \nA $10 per person donation is suggested\, but not required. Donations can be made in person or through our online donation portal.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/coffee-with-friends-for-the-love-of-birds-with-audubon/
LOCATION:Chemung River Friends\, 109 North Main St.\, Elmira\, New York\, 14901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T232501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T232501Z
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SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:E-mail us for more information. Contact our outreach coordinator\, Karen\, at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org for more information and check out our Facebook page for location details and additional scheduled cleanups!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-cleanup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250123T003719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T190933Z
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SUMMARY:River Talk at Ill Eagle Taphouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 200 Lounge upstairs for a brew\, a specialty cocktail\, and some great food at Ill Eagle Taphouse while we chat about a wide range of topics surrounding our beautiful river. One free drink token will be given with each ticket sale to be used during the event!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Camp
DESCRIPTION:Our spring break camp will be held from Monday – Wednesday\, 9am – 1pm\, at the Town of Elmira Community Center. Children will explore the nature trails\, collect macroinvertebrates and frogs\, make crafts\, learn to paddle\, and more! This camp sells out quickly–sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when registration opens! \nAges 6 – 12.\nBring a pack lunch and water bottle.\nHave sunscreen\, bug spray\, and dress for the weather! Most of our activities are outdoors\, so children may need thick coats or umbrellas.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/spring-break-camp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250113T185014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T185014Z
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SUMMARY:Cookies with Friends: Frogs and Toads are Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our downtown Elmira office for our fun\, free program for kids: Cookies with Friends! This program is a kid-friendly version of our Coffee with Friends series and features a book\, a craft\, and of course\, cookies! The program is free and no registration is required. Please dress for the weather\, as we do sometimes take a nature walk as part of the program. We meet at 3:30PM at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY\, on Wednesdays the week of our Coffee with Friends programs.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/cookies-with-friends-frogs-and-toads-are-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20241029T135553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T163519Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Friends: Haudenosaunee and the Chemung River
DESCRIPTION:Duane Saxon and Jim Pfiffer will give a joint presentation on the history of the Haudenosaunee Native Americans and their relationship to the Chemung River. Duane is a member of the Chemung Valley Living History Center and performs hands-on presentations depicting a 1770’s Northeastern Woodland Indian\, giving you a glimpse of their culture and living conditions in this region we call home. \nThe talks will be held at the Friends of the Chemung River office at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY. A light breakfast\, tea\, and (of course) coffee will be served. Doors will open at 8:30am\, and the talk will begin promptly at 9am and end at 10am to get you out and on your way to enjoying your weekend. \nFor more information\, please contact our outreach coordinator at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org. \nA $10 per person donation is suggested\, but not required. Donations can be made in person or through our online donation portal.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/coffee-with-friends-tick-borne-illnesses/
LOCATION:Chemung River Friends\, 109 North Main St.\, Elmira\, New York\, 14901\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T232619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T232619Z
UID:1941-1745058600-1745064000@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:E-mail us for more information. Contact our outreach coordinator\, Karen\, at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org for more information and check out our Facebook page for location details and additional scheduled cleanups!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-cleanup-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T200000
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CREATED:20250123T003806Z
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SUMMARY:River Talk at Ill Eagle Taphouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 200 Lounge upstairs for a brew\, a specialty cocktail\, and some great food at Ill Eagle Taphouse while we chat about a wide range of topics surrounding our beautiful river. One free drink token will be given with each ticket sale to be used during the event!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000
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SUMMARY:Riverside Watercolor Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Watercolor Painting Workshop will be a plein-air painting workshop featuring local artist and instructor – Bridget Bossart van Otterloo! \nThis outdoor painting program will be held at the Bottcher’s Landing Boat Launch in the Town of Big Flats. The workshop will take place in the shaded area under the pavilion\, or participants can bring their own camping chairs and move around the property. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. \nParticipants will be supplied with a variety of high-quality brushes\, 140lb. cold-press watercolor paper\, Wisner & Newton watercolor paints\, palates\, drawing boards\, and filtered water from the river. Students will also receive instruction from a locally renowned artist and instructor – Bridget Bossart van Otterloo\, and the artist will demonstrate different watercolor painting techniques for landscape painting. \nPlease bring a water bottle to reduce plastic waste. We will provide tables\, snacks\, refreshments\, and all of the necessary art supplies.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/riverside-watercolor-painting-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T155534Z
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SUMMARY:Cookies with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our downtown Elmira office for our fun\, free program for kids: Cookies with Friends! This program is a kid-friendly version of our Coffee with Friends series and features a book\, a craft\, and of course\, cookies! The program is free and no registration is required. Please dress for the weather\, as we do sometimes take a nature walk as part of the program. We meet at 3:30PM at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY\, on Wednesdays the week of our Coffee with Friends programs.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/cookies-with-friends-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20241029T135739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T182753Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Friends: Fun & Adventure on the River
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for paddling season with this lively presentation by the co-founder of Chemung River Friends and hilarious story-teller\, Jim Pfiffer. New and seasoned paddlers will enjoy Jim’s stories and benefit from his vast information. \nThe talks will be held at the Friends of the Chemung River office at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY. A light breakfast\, tea\, and (of course) coffee will be served. Doors will open at 8:30am\, and the talk will begin promptly at 9am and end at 10am to get you out and on your way to enjoying your weekend. \nFor more information\, please contact our outreach coordinator at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org. \nA $10 per person donation is suggested\, but not required. Donations can be made in person or through our online donation portal.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/coffee-with-friends-fun-adventure-on-the-river-2/
LOCATION:Chemung River Friends\, 109 North Main St.\, Elmira\, New York\, 14901\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T232720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T232720Z
UID:1943-1747477800-1747483200@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:E-mail us for more information. Contact our outreach coordinator\, Karen\, at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org for more information and check out our Facebook page for location details and additional scheduled cleanups!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-clean-up-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250123T003852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T190914Z
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SUMMARY:River Talk at Ill Eagle Taphouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 200 Lounge upstairs for a brew\, a specialty cocktail\, and some great food at Ill Eagle Taphouse while we chat about a wide range of topics surrounding our beautiful river. One free drink token will be given with each ticket sale to be used during the event!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T155637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T155637Z
UID:1896-1749051000-1749054600@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Cookies with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our downtown Elmira office for our fun\, free program for kids: Cookies with Friends! This program is a kid-friendly version of our Coffee with Friends series and features a book\, a craft\, and of course\, cookies! The program is free and no registration is required. Please dress for the weather\, as we do sometimes take a nature walk as part of the program. We meet at 3:30PM at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY\, on Wednesdays the week of our Coffee with Friends programs.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/cookies-with-friends-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T225440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T225440Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Paddle Safety Workshop & Pizza!
DESCRIPTION:Join our certified kayak instructor at Grove Street Boat Launch in Elmira\, NY\, to learn the basics of kayaking\, including: \n\nHow to enter and exit a kayak;\nHow to enter your kayak if you are in deep water;\nHow to use a paddle and get the right size paddle;\nHow to use your paddle to communicate with other paddlers;\nHow to fit a life jacket;\nHow to prepare for a kayak trip;\nAnd more!\n\nAfterwards\, you will be able to borrow one of our kayaks (or bring your own) and join our instructor in the water. The Chemung River at Grove Street Boat Launch is very calm thanks to the downstream dam. You will be paddling upstream and have plenty of help. You do not need to enter the water if you don’t want to\, though! \nSince this is a weeknight workshop\, pizza is provided for all registrants at no cost. \nThere is no minimum age to participate and no previous kayaking or paddling experience is required. We will have two tandem kayaks available for caregivers who want to paddle with their child(ren). The tandem kayak will hold two adults\, or one adult and two children. \nLife jackets of various sizes will also be available\, and participants are able to take their life jacket with them (while supplies last) after the program. Thanks to generous support from Hesselson’s\, life jackets are free. \nThis program is free\, but registration is required and you must sign the liability waiver to participate. When registration opens\, the link will be posted here. Be the first one to know about registration by signing up for our newsletter!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/beginner-paddle-safety-workshop-pizza/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20241029T140424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T182825Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Friends: Macroinvertebrates or Stream Bugs
DESCRIPTION:Macroinvertebrates are fascinating creatures that help maintain rivers and signal water quality. Liz Zilinski will share the why these “bugs” are so important to our waterways and how you can get your whole family involved in water quality monitoring with critter collection and some citizen science. \nThe talks will be held at the Friends of the Chemung River office at 109 N. Main Street\, Elmira\, NY. A light breakfast\, tea\, and (of course) coffee will be served. Doors will open at 8:30am\, and the talk will begin promptly at 9am and end at 10am to get you out and on your way to enjoying your weekend. \nFor more information\, please contact our outreach coordinator at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org. \nA $10 per person donation is suggested\, but not required. Donations can be made in person or through our online donation portal.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/coffee-with-friends-macroinvertebrates-or-stream-bugs/
LOCATION:Chemung River Friends\, 109 North Main St.\, Elmira\, New York\, 14901\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T232856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T232856Z
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SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:E-mail us for more information. Contact our outreach coordinator\, Karen\, at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org for more information and check out our Facebook page for location details and additional scheduled cleanups!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-clean-up-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T222920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T021302Z
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SUMMARY:Guided River Paddle: Big Flats to Elmira
DESCRIPTION:River Fest Kick-Off!\nThis is a great introduction to paddling the beautiful Chemung River! Our certified kayak instructor will teach you basic safety and paddle signs and then guide you along the river while telling you about the history of the river and pointing out interesting flora and fauna you’ll find on the trip. \nGuided paddles have a limited amount of kayaks available for rent\, and are for paddlers of all abilities. You are welcome to bring your own kayak\, too. All paddlers must sign our liability waiver in order to participate. \nA shuttle service is provided as part of the trip. \nGuided river paddles require registration. When registration opens\, a link will be posted here. Be the first to know when registration opens by signing up for our newsletter.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/guided-river-paddle-elmira-southside-to-wellsburg/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T230515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T020552Z
UID:1921-1750510800-1750518000@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Riverside Watercolor Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Watercolor Painting Workshop will be a plein-air painting workshop featuring local artist and instructor – Bridget Bossart van Otterloo! \nThis outdoor painting program will be held at the Bottcher’s Landing Boat Launch in the Town of Big Flats. The workshop will take place in the shaded area under the pavilion\, or participants can bring their own camping chairs and move around the property. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. \nParticipants will be supplied with a variety of high-quality brushes\, 140lb. cold-press watercolor paper\, Wisner & Newton watercolor paints\, palates\, drawing boards\, and filtered water from the river. Students will also receive instruction from a locally renowned artist and instructor – Bridget Bossart van Otterloo\, and the artist will demonstrate different watercolor painting techniques for landscape painting. \nPlease bring a water bottle to reduce plastic waste. We will provide tables\, snacks\, refreshments\, and all of the necessary art supplies.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/riverside-watercolor-painting-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250123T004046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T190904Z
UID:1970-1751306400-1751313600@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:River Talk at Ill Eagle Taphouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 200 Lounge upstairs for a brew\, a specialty cocktail\, and some great food at Ill Eagle Taphouse while we chat about a wide range of topics surrounding our beautiful river. One free drink token will be given with each ticket sale to be used during the event!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T225635Z
UID:1912-1751477400-1751484600@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Paddle Safety Workshop & Pizza!
DESCRIPTION:Join our certified kayak instructor at Grove Street Boat Launch in Elmira\, NY\, to learn the basics of kayaking\, including: \n\nHow to enter and exit a kayak;\nHow to enter your kayak if you are in deep water;\nHow to use a paddle and get the right size paddle;\nHow to use your paddle to communicate with other paddlers;\nHow to fit a life jacket;\nHow to prepare for a kayak trip;\nAnd more!\n\nAfterwards\, you will be able to borrow one of our kayaks (or bring your own) and join our instructor in the water. The Chemung River at Grove Street Boat Launch is very calm thanks to the downstream dam. You will be paddling upstream and have plenty of help. You do not need to enter the water if you don’t want to\, though! \nPizza is provided for all registrants. There is no minimum age to participate and no previous kayaking or paddling experience is required. We will have two tandem kayaks available for caregivers who want to paddle with their child(ren). The tandem kayak will hold two adults\, or one adult and two children. \nLife jackets of various sizes will also be available\, and participants are able to take their life jacket with them (while supplies last) after the program\, thanks to generous support from Hesselson’s. \nThis program is free\, but registration is required and you must sign the liability waiver to participate. When registration opens\, the link will be posted here. Be the first one to know about registration by signing up for our newsletter!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/beginner-paddle-safety-workshop-pizza-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T223309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T021205Z
UID:1904-1752310800-1752325200@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Guided River Paddle: Elmira Southside to Wellsburg
DESCRIPTION:This is a great introduction to paddling the beautiful Chemung River! Our certified kayak instructor will teach you basic safety and paddle signs and then guide you along the river while telling you about the history of the river and pointing out interesting flora and fauna you’ll find on the trip. \nGuided paddles have a limited amount of kayaks available for rent\, and are for paddlers of all abilities. You are welcome to bring your own kayak\, too. All paddlers must sign our liability waiver in order to participate. \nA shuttle service is provided as part of the trip. \nGuided river paddles require registration. When registration opens\, a link will be posted here. Be the first to know when registration opens by signing up for our newsletter.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/guided-river-paddle-elmira-southside-to-wellsburg-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250123T002345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T151500Z
UID:1955-1752325200-1752332400@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Riverside Watercolor Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to slow down\, allow your creative juices to flow\, and let nature work it’s magic. This outdoor painting program is held at the Bottcher’s Landing Boat Launch in the Town of Big Flats. We’ll set up in the shaded area under the pavilion\, and participants can bring their own camping chairs and move around the property. \nIf you don’t have paints or brushes\, don’t worry! Participants will be supplied with a variety of high-quality brushes\, 140lb. cold-press watercolor paper\, Winsor & Newton watercolor paints\, palates\, drawing boards\, and rainwater from our on-site rain barrels. Using these materials\, locally renowned artist and instructor Bridget Bossart van Otterloo will demonstrate different watercolor painting techniques for landscape painting.\nFREE snacks will be provided while you paint\, but please bring your own water bottle to reduce plastic waste. Some other suggested items to bring include a lawn chair if you’d like to sit outside the pavilion while you paint\, a sun hat and/or sunglasses\, sunscreen\, and bug spray. \nCheck out Bridget’s beautiful paintings on her website: http://bridgetbossartvanotterloo.com/ and stop by our office to see one of her paintings in person! \nPlease note that space is limited to 12 participants per class\, if you have attended one of our watercolor workshops this year\, please consider waiting to purchase tickets until closer to the event to allow others a chance to learn! Registration is required\, please reserve your spot here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/riverside-watercolor-painting-workshop-at-bottchers-landing-tickets-1234938517349?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/riverside-watercolor-painting-workshop-6/
LOCATION:Bottcher’s Landing Boat Lauch\, 51 Old River Road\, Corning\, NY\, 14830\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T232957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T183945Z
UID:1947-1752915600-1752922800@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Chemung River & Watershed Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday July 19th as we clean-up along the Chemung River. Meet at Grove Street Boat Launch and pick up a clean-up kit and a short safety talk before we embark at the boat launch and the Riverfront Levee Trail to clean up the river. All materials will be provided\, all you need is yourself dressed in weather appropriate clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty\, and maybe a friend to help out too!\n\nRegistration is not required for this FREE event but is greatly appreciated so we know how many folks to expect. You can register on our Eventbrite page here!\n\nCheck out our Facebook page for more info!\n\nOur clean-ups are funded through various grants and sponsorships. Individual donations are not required but are greatly appreciated!\n\nBe the first to know about upcoming programs and events\, sign up for our newsletter here!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/chemung-river-watershed-clean-ups/
LOCATION:Grove Street Boat Launch\, 36 Grove Street\, Elmira\, NY\, 14905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250123T004150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T165658Z
UID:1972-1753725600-1753732800@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:River Talk
DESCRIPTION:We’re moving our evening speaker series outside! And they are FREE throughout the summer!\n\nThis month’s speaker is Simone White of Cornell Cooperative Extension – Chemung County\, and longtime River Friends volunteer Paul DiPietro. Simone is chair of the Chemung County/Elmira Urban Green Equity Project and Paul is the Town of Elmira Tree Board Founder & Chairman and also sits on the Town of Elmira Planning Board. These two are sure to be a dynamic duo in teaching us about local tree identification! We’ll have a short presentation at the Town of Elmira Community Center\, then we’ll head out on one of the many trails near the Chemung River for an educational tree walk!\n\nPlease dress accordingly and bring a refillable water bottle with you!\n\nRegistration is not required for this free event but is very helpful for us! Register Here!
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/river-talk-at-ill-eagle-taphouse-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231049
CREATED:20250122T225735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T170746Z
UID:1914-1754501400-1754508600@chemungriverfriends.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Paddle Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This class is full\, please email Karen at outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org to be added to our waitlist. \nCome join us for a FREE beginner kayak paddle lesson from 5:30 – 7:30pm at Grove Street Boat Launch in Elmira. Certified instructor and co-founder of Chemung River Friends\, Jim Pfiffer\, will teach you how easy\, safe\, and fun it can be to paddle on the river! No experience is necessary\, and all equipment will be provided\, including snacks and water for all participants. This fun\, hands-on class is perfect for first-timers and curious beginners. You’ll learn the basics of paddling\, including: \n· Loading and transporting boats \n· Identifying the parts of a kayak and a canoe \n· Proper paddle strokes \n· Safety tips and river etiquette \n· How to get in and out of a boat smoothly \n· Planning a river trip \n· What to wear and pack for weather and water conditions \n· How to handle changing river and weather conditions \n· Rescues and what to do in an emergency on the water \n· Environmental ethics \nMeet us at the concrete boat launch in the parking area near the pavilion. Instructions will be provided within sight of the boat launch and life jackets are mandatory. We will provide life jackets and kayaks\, or you can bring your own if you have them! \nChildren are welcome and encouraged to participate! Parents/guardians must remain with their child at all times. Any children under age 8 must accompany you in a tandem kayak (we have 2 available). Children older than 8 may use a single kayak. \nPre-registration is required and donations\, while very appreciated\, are completely optional.
URL:https://chemungriverfriends.org/wp/event/beginner-paddle-safety-workshop-pizza-3/
LOCATION:Grove Street Boat Launch\, 36 Grove Street\, Elmira\, NY\, 14905\, United States
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