HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 Artists Paint at Brookwood Point PAINT THE POINT – 7 a.m. – Noon. The public is invited to walk the gardens and view artists at work as they paint Brookwood Point. Resulting pieces will be on sale with the Cooperstown Art Association. Brookwood Point, 6000 St. Rte. 80, Cooperstown. 607-547-2366 or visit otsegolandtrust.org/calendar/paint-the-point OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR – 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Come enjoy music, rides, food, exhibits, and much more at the Otsego County…
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Otsego Outdoors wants us all to take a hike With plenty of summer left and abundant natural space to discover, the Otsego Outdoors Summer Octet includes state forests, state parks, local parks, Otsego Land Trust properties, private property open to the public, and the “New Lisbon Ride” that links Gilbert Lake State Park and Texas Schoolhouse State Forest. By completing eight activities before September 21, participants earn a free embroidered Summer Octet patch and get listed on the Otsego Outdoors…
THIS WEEK’S NEWSPAPERS The Freeman’s Journal • Hometown Oneonta February 17, 2022 PHOTO OF THE WEEK FRONT PAGE American Irish Historical Society plots move from NYC to Cooperstown Blood shortage has impact on local supply Inside The Paper Mayor Drnek says it’s Oneonta’s “light-switch moment” State Police recruitment tests underway Bassett begins to lift visitation restrictions Perspectives Editorial “We’re following the science.” COLUMNS The Driftwoods — Then and now and why Legitimate Political Discourse by a Loving Crowd? Otsego Land…
Otsego Land Trust: A year-round commitment to nature The “Otsego Outdoors Winter Octet Challenge” continues into March and includes trails through Otsego Land Trust locations the group’s volunteers work to keep open throughout the year. Otsego Land Trust is a private, not-for-profit organization that works to preserve the distinctive rural character of the region by protecting working forests and farms, natural ecosystems, and scenic landscapes that define the county. Community volunteers, including the dozen members of the Trust’s board of…
Octet challenge underway Otsego Outdoors presents a winter challenge to all adventure seekers looking for fun and exercise this winter. The Winter Octet Challenge, the fourth of its kind, consists of cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing, and hiking to highlight accessible trails for those seeking outdoor activities. Participants choose 8 of 13 trails to complete at state parks, state forests, town parks, Otsego Land Trust properties, and private properties open to the public. A “Choose Your Own” option opens the door to…
Staff Picks Our best bets for local activities Kathleen Peters Graphics Designer Otsego Land Trust The Husband and I are blessed with a beautiful property in Schuyler Lake. We decided several years ago it was worth preserving, and opted to get a conservation easement on our 22 acres through the Otsego Land Trust (OLT). We have our own land to explore and enjoy, but the Land Trust has open spaces available for everyone.…
Editorial Missions possible On its editorial page over the past few weeks, The Freeman’s Journal has commented on, among other important issues, the fog-like haze that was smoke from the western wildfires that fell on the lake and village, leaving the air heavily dangerous for long periods of time, and the latest COVID surge that is gnawing, for the most part, on our unvaccinated and younger residents — children — as well as causing new concern among our older population.…
In Memoriam John D. Robinson, 83 October 15, 1937 – July 4, 2021 PHOENIX MILLS – John D. Robinson, a Cooperstown native son and avid outdoorsman, passed away late Sunday night, July 4, 2021, at Cooperstown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. He was 83. Born October 15, 1937, in Cooperstown, he was one of three sons of Torrey G. and Leonore M. (Goddard) Robinson. John could trace his long-standing family roots in Otsego County back to 1792 when his ancestors…
Rowing gains popularity on Otsego Lake by PHOEBE SMITH • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com Rowing opportunities have been expanding on Otsego Lake the past few years and a two-time Olympian has been a big part of bringing the sport to Cooperstown and Otsego County. The Otsego Area Rowing program, under the guidance of Oneonta’s two-time Olympian, Andrea Thies, has been expanding for several summers now as people take up the water sport. A rower from her collegiate years at Cornell University,…
Cooperstown & Around Otsego Outdoors to offer summer activities challenge Otsego2000, the Otsego County Conservation Association and the Otsego Land Trust will offer another outdoor activities badge, this one geared to summer activities. The activities include hiking, kayaking, cycling, canoeing and more. Those who successfully complete eight of the 16 activities will be awarded an Otsego Outdoors Summer Octet badge. Go to otsegooutdoors.org for more information.…
