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Welcome to
The Waterman Center

Learn - Protect - Serve - Belong

Temporarily Closed for Cleaning!
Month of February

Fifty years of running outdoor nature programing makes quite a mess!  We've decided to spend our February cleaning, organizing, and getting ready for a year full of celebration and renewal.  Because of this, we are only opening the interpretive building for day camps, special programs like the Midwinter Mystery Puzzle Room, or by special request.  As always, our trails across Broome and Tioga Counties remain open from Dawn until Dusk, 365 days a year.  We're excited to "spring back" into action in March, better than ever! 

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IN THE MEANTIME

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  • Keep an eye on out events calendar for special programs during February and beyond! 

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  • Contact us if you would like to request a special visit for a field trip.

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  • The best way to stay in the loop is to become a member.  If you  need assistance with your membership contact us at info@watermancenter.org

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  • Feel free to come in and use the restrooms if hiking our Interpretive Center Trails during the week (just mind the decluttering)! Sorry, the building will be locked on Saturdays unless there is an event.  

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Take a hike or picnic at one of our six distinct nature preserves. Each preserve offers a unique set of trails, ecosystems, and history.

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Visit the interpretive center and meet our ambassador animals Ted, Sal, and Sophie. Check out a book from our library and explore the museum.

We offer plenty of educational programs! Try out one of our Saturday drop-in guided hikes, center talks, or microscopy corner.

 

Come with your school or organization for a tailored experience.

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Sign up for our summer camps for all-day fun and learning.

People need nature! Your contributions keep our community connected to the lands that support our mental and physical health!

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Can't donate money, donate time! We are always looking for dedicated volunteers.

Join a community of nature lovers committed to supporting conservation efforts and keeping our preserves forever wild for public enjoyment. Inspire a new generation to continue your legacy of protecting natural spaces. Help support the Waterman Centers by becoming a member!

 

Starting at only $25/year

Fred L. Waterman Conservation Education Center Logo

Fred. L Waterman

Conservation Education Center

403 Hilton Rd

Apalachin, NY, 13732

info@watermancenter.org

607 - 625 - 2221

Center Hours:

Mon - Fri: 9am - 4pm

​​Saturday: 10am - 4pm

​Sunday: CLOSED

Trail Hours:

Everyday, Dawn until Dusk

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​​Members are updated regularly about upcoming events and programs

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