Coming Events
Genesee County Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Schedule of public events 2019
For more information on, or to register for any of these events call 585-344-1122
or check out the park website - www.co.genesee.ny.us/departments/parks
Grand Opening
August 24th from 11am to 1pm
ACORNS celebrate the Grand Opening of Pavilion D at the County Park and Forest
Hot Dog, water and chips for $1 (Reservations appreciated)
Use Raymond Rd entrance to the park
Come celebrate the opening of this beautiful new structure currently available
for parties and events.
Watching Monarchs
Saturday September 7th 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Capture the last few days of summer with a visit to a butterfly meadow and a journey into their world! See how butterflies are tagged and released as part of a nation-wide Monarch Butterfly conservation project. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Kids explore the meadow with nets and bug catchers. $5/person, $10/family.
Orienteering
Saturday September 14th from 9 to 1:30
Come learn how to find your way without batteries or a cell phone signal - by using a map and a compass. All materials are provided and no experience necessary. This is a family friendly sport for all ages and ability skills. Basic training begins at 9am, and orienteering is from 10 to noon.
Pre-register online at https://roc.us.orienteering.org. This program is free!
Geocaching at DeWitt Recreation Area
Saturday September 21st 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Get out and try a high-tech scavenger hunt! Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt game that can be played anytime, anywhere. Create a personal alias or team name to let others know you where here. Sign up as a group or by yourself! No prior geocaching experience is necessary, lesson and GPS unit is provided. Dress for the weather and be ready for adventure! Meet at Pavilion 2 at DeWitt Recreation Area. $5/person, $10/family.
Schedule of public events 2019
For more information on, or to register for any of these events call 585-344-1122
or check out the park website - www.co.genesee.ny.us/departments/parks
Grand Opening
August 24th from 11am to 1pm
ACORNS celebrate the Grand Opening of Pavilion D at the County Park and Forest
Hot Dog, water and chips for $1 (Reservations appreciated)
Use Raymond Rd entrance to the park
Come celebrate the opening of this beautiful new structure currently available
for parties and events.
Watching Monarchs
Saturday September 7th 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Capture the last few days of summer with a visit to a butterfly meadow and a journey into their world! See how butterflies are tagged and released as part of a nation-wide Monarch Butterfly conservation project. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Kids explore the meadow with nets and bug catchers. $5/person, $10/family.
Orienteering
Saturday September 14th from 9 to 1:30
Come learn how to find your way without batteries or a cell phone signal - by using a map and a compass. All materials are provided and no experience necessary. This is a family friendly sport for all ages and ability skills. Basic training begins at 9am, and orienteering is from 10 to noon.
Pre-register online at https://roc.us.orienteering.org. This program is free!
Geocaching at DeWitt Recreation Area
Saturday September 21st 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Get out and try a high-tech scavenger hunt! Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt game that can be played anytime, anywhere. Create a personal alias or team name to let others know you where here. Sign up as a group or by yourself! No prior geocaching experience is necessary, lesson and GPS unit is provided. Dress for the weather and be ready for adventure! Meet at Pavilion 2 at DeWitt Recreation Area. $5/person, $10/family.
