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NYS Youth Snowmobile Safety Course Offered In Grafton
On Saturday, December 6, the Grafton Trail Blazers Snowmobile Club and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will host a snowmobile safety course for young people ages 10 to 18. Students must be at least 10 years old on the day of the course. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate. The course will be held at the Grafton VFW/Fire Hall on South Road from 8:15 am to approximately 5 pm.
The course will be taught by NYS certified volunteer instructor Jim Blessing. It will cover topics such as NYS laws and regulations, riding skills, trail emergencies, protecting the environment, maintenance and repair, trailering, etc. To register, call the Grafton Lakes State Park office at 279-1155 or email elizabeth.wagner@parks.ny.gov with the parent’s name, student’s name and age and your phone number by Wednesday, December 3. Space is limited, so no walk-ins, please. The course is free of charge, and lunch will be provided. An accompanying adult will be required to fill out registration paperwork on the morning of the course; please plan accordingly.
Evergreen Farm Of Petersburgh Named The 2013 Conservation Farm Of The Year
by Kieron Kramer
Last month the Rensselaer County Legislature passed a resolution honoring the Evergreen Farm in Petersburgh for being the recipient of the 2013 Conservation Farm of the Year Award presented by the Rensselaer County Soil and Water Conservation District. The resolution says that David and Leslie Green are honored for being true caretakers of their land.
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Oktoberfest To Benefit Land Trust
The 7th Annual Oktoberfest to benefit land conservation in Rensselaer County will take place on Saturday, October 18, from 1 to 9 pm. Oktoberfest will be held at Revolution Hall, 417-425 River Street, Troy. The $10 admission will benefit the Rensselaer Land Trust. Beer and food will be sold separately and paid directly to Brown’s Brewing Company. You must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Local Women Of Distinction
submitted by Senator Kathy Marchione’s Office and Erin Clary, BCSD
On Wednesday, September 24, Senator Kathy Marchione (R,C,I-Halfmoon) hosted her 2014 Women of Distinction ceremony at the historic Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs to honor the accomplishments of 15 local Women of Distinction from across Saratoga, Rensselaer, Washington and Columbia Counties.
Final DEA Drug Drop Off Was Saturday
by Bea Peterson
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration recently announced that it will no longer conduct Drug Drop Off Days. The Agency is working on plans for unused prescription drugs to be turned in at pharmacies, hospitals and other facilities instead.
Grafton Peace Pagoda 20th Anniversary
Na Mu Myo Ho Ren Ge Kyo
The 21st Anniversary Celebration of the opening of the Grafton Peace Pagoda will be observed on Saturday, October 4, starting at 11 with a Buddhist Sacred Ceremony, an interfaith prayer and closing music.
We gather this year to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the building of the Peace Pagoda and to honor all who have been a part of the Grafton Peace Pagoda community over the years. We will share a potluck meal together after the ceremony. Please bring a dish to share (vegetarian options preferred) and your own dishes and utensils so we can be gentle on the earth.
The Grafton Peace Pagoda is located at 87 Crandall Road, Petersburgh. For more information please call the Peace Pagoda at 518-658 – 9301 (please, no calls after 8 pm).
22nd Annual Bird Seed Sale Fundraiser For Dyken Pond
Order a premium bag of bird seed while supporting the programs of the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center. Proceeds from this fundraiser go towards scholarships for children at the Summer Nature Camp and land protection efforts. Stock up to last the winter!
Seed And Prices
Premium Mixed – 40 lb. bag – $22
Niger – 20 lb. bag – $18
Sunflower Hearts 20 lb. bag – $25
Black Oil Sunflower – 40 lb. bag – $25
Hi-Energy Suet Cakes – $2 each
Order By October 12
The last day to order is Sunday, October 12. Pick-up date and time is Saturday, October 18, between 9 am and 12 noon at Capital Agway, 1333 NY 7, Troy. A 10% discount will be offered on any bird related items purchased at Agway during pickup. Arrangements can also be made for pick-up at the Rensselaer County Government Center or at the Dyken Pond Center.
To order, contact Nick Conrad at nbconrad@msn.com. All orders by email will be confirmed and payment accepted on pick up day.
Don’t Eat Me!
Gibson Angered Over Faulty Water Tests
U.S. Congressman Chris Gibson (NY-19) joined local officials in expressing anger over the failure by State and federal regulators to disclose faulty water tests performed at the Dewey Loeffel Superfund site in Nassau.
“I stand with my neighbors in Rensselaer and Columbia counties in demanding answers as to why these test results and the State’s settlement were never made public,” Gibson said.