Zoar Valley Nature Society 2009 Schedule
The American Chestnut Foundation's
Planting & Maintenance Day at Zoar
Sat., April 25, 2009, 10:00-1:00
(the day after Arbor Day)
Help in The American Chestnut Foundation's effort to restore the American Chestnut tree to our eastern forests by taking part in Spring Planting Day at the William W. White American Chestnut Plantation in Zoar Valley. Meet at the Vail/Unger Rd. parking area, rain or shine. Bring a lunch and join the campfire afterward. http://www.acf.org/Chapters_ny
Gallery of Giants - Old Growth Forest Hike
Saturday, July 18, 2009, 
11:00 - 3:30
Hike through the forest and into Zoar's canyon gorges to the magnificent Gallery of Giants - riverine terraces of ancient trees, some of the oldest and tallest in the Eastern U.S. Less than 2% of the original forest cover remains in the east. Learn the characteristics of old growth and how to identify the different tree species.
The American Chestnut Foundation's Fall Harvest Day at Zoar
(TBA - usually early October)
Join in this community effort to help The American Chestnut Foundation with the important work of harvesting seeds for their research efforts to restore the American Chestnut tree to its native eastern woodlands. Wear thick gloves for gathering the chestnut burs. This is a rain or shine event. Meet in the parking area at Vail Road and Unger Roads.
Fall Colors Hike
Saturday, October 17, 2009, 12:00-3:00
We'll explore a less traveled part of Zoar Valley and enjoy fall color vistas from high above the Cattaraugus Creek gorge.
Membership in ZVNS and pre-registration required.
Phone (716) 380-1430 or email to register.
Recommended for all hikes:
Water, lunch/snacks, hat, eco-friendly insect repellent.
Suggested:
Camera, binoculars, guidebooks.
Water shoes and hiking shoes, or a pair of something you don't mind getting wet, recommended for Gallery of Giants hike in July.
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"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings.
Nature's peace will flow into you,
as sunlight flows into trees.
The winds will blow their own freshness into you
and the storms their energy,
while cares will drip off like autumn leaves."
~ John Muir, naturalist and founder
of the National Park System
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