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Here is a list of some of the upcoming events in and around Monroe County.
1. Healthy Yards Monroe County in association with Penfield Community Victory Garden Presents Native Plant Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
- Penfield Recreation Community Center Grounds; 1985 Baird Road; Penfield, NY 14625
- Healthy Yards Monroe County will have a booth selling native plants
- A large selection of native plants suitable for sun and shade.
- Maidenhair Fern, White Wood Aster, Great Blue Lobelia, Golden Groundsel, Zigzag Goldenrod, Foamflower, Large Leaf Aster, Foxglove beardtongue, Purple Coneflower, Boneset, Pink Beebalm, Clustered Mountain Mint, Blue Wood Aster, New England Aster, Smooth Aster, Culver’s Root, Shorts Golden Rod, Rough Goldenrod
- HYMC Native Plant Sale Fundraiser Flyer May 2023
2. Genesee Land Trust’s Birding Meadow Walk @ Salmon Creek Nature Preserve on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am.
- 492 Bennett Road; Hilton, Ny 14468
- May is peak season for bird migration, and Salmon Creek Nature Preserve is a hot spot with more than 100 bird species already identified.
- Led by Greg Lawrence, SUNY Brockport research scientist focused on birds and Genesee Land Trust Board Member
- Easy and educational walk around the meadow and along.
- Bring a reusable water bottle and binoculars (if you have them — they will have a few pairs available)
- Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes.
- Please leave dogs at home
- Accessibility: This trail is wide, flat, and grassy — accessible for wheels unless the ground is wet/muddy. There are 3 benches along the trail, which is a ~1.5-mile loop. There is limited shade around the meadow. Paved off-street parking with eight spaces available, as well as many spaces along the side of the road. Please use caution if you park along the road – it can be busy. There is no bathroom.
- Covid safety: In accordance with the latest CDC guidance, masks are optional for fully vaccinated attendees. Please do not attend if you are not feeling well for any reason.