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CATSKILLDELAWARE Spring 2020

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Roscoe: The home of the Dry Fly BY ED VAN PUT

n the world of fly-fishing there has always been interest in the conception of the dry fly; many believe that this method of fly-fishing began with Theodore Gordon (1854-1915), the legendary angling journalist, fly-fisherman and fly-tier. While Gordon definitely popularized the use of the dry fly and tied some of the earliest patterns, the actual tactic of fishing with a floating

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fly occurred before Theodore Gordon was born. Fly-fishing is essentially an English creation, and its inception is discussed thoroughly by the English angling historian John Waller Hills, author of ‘A History of Fly Fishing for Trout’ (1921). Hills writes that the first mention of the “superiority” of a fly that floats on the surface over one that sinks occurred in print as early

The “superiority” of a fly that floats on the surface (the dry fly) over one that sinks occurred in print as early as 1800.

as 1800. And though he adds that while a dry fly may have been used at this early date, the invention of the dry fly was not complete until there was “intentional drying of the fly” or false casting. In England, as in this country, the first flies used to catch trout were wet flies, imitations designed to fish below the stream’s surface. Typically, two flies were used; one tied on the end of the leader known then as the ‘stretcher’ and the other placed a foot or two above on about an eight-inch length of leader known as the dropper. The object of using two flies was diverse; a naturallooking fly was tied on to imitate an insect that was found in the stream, and a bright or fancy pattern was used to get the trout’s attention. If the trout had a preference between the two types of flies, the angler switched to two of the same, hoping to improve his chances. In addition, using two flies often resulted in the bonus of catching two trout at once; there was also the theory that one fly may get the trout’s attention and as the second fly approached, the fish would be eager to take that fly before it too passed by.

When wet flies are first cast upon the water they tend to float until they have absorbed enough moisture to sink, or are pulled under the surface by the fisherman. Undoubtedly there were instances when a trout would rise to the surface and take the wet fly before it sank or was pulled under. However, as Hills states, the invention of the dry fly was not complete until there was “intentional drying of the fly.” Hills relates that the first mention of intentionally drying the fly did not occur in English angling literature until 1851, when it appeared in George Pulman’s Vade-Mecum of Fly Fishing for Trout; and from that date forward the dry fly had a continuous history. In America, angling historians and writers, including Theodore Gordon, have long cited Thaddeus Norris’s The American Angler’s Book (1864) as having docuCONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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mented the earliest reference of the use of the dry fly. Norris was a knowledgeable and skillful flyfisherman who has been deemed “One of the founding fathers of American fly-fishing” and “The American Walton.” At the time his The American Angler’s Book was published, it was considered the definitive book on angling. Norris tied his own flies, constructed his own rods, and while he fished for both salt and fresh water species, his preference was along “a trout

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trout fisherman, one who would share his expertise of fishing area ponds and streams with both novice and veteran alike. Many of his patrons were regulars who stayed weeks at a time and developed a friendship with Darbee; a guest book recorded trout fishermen coming from as far away as Lexington, Kentucky. Thaddeus Norris was part of a small group of fly fishers, mostly in their thirties and early forties, primarily from Philadelphia and New York, who stayed annually at the Darbee House in the early 1850s. Some met for the first time on the Beaverkill and shared similar interests regarding their trout fishing; not only did they enjoy each other’s companionship but they held similar opinions about the sport of fly-fishing and were

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bers also promised to not publicly display their eminent artists, merchants and rod-makers. In fishing success or boast in public print. When writing The American Angler’s Book, his opening comments Davis stated that the club Norris recounted the tactics and experiences he was formulated by a love of angling and the camalearned through the years, as well as those he raderie of anglers who followed the teachings of observed from his fishing friends in the little club. Izaak Walton in The Compleat Angler (1653). Davis also suggested that the group’s goal was to He began writing in 1857 and shortly afterward help one another, share their knowledge while fol- contacted some of the members of the Houseless lowing the teachings of Walton, who claimed that Anglers that he considered to have more experience than he, and requested that they contribute “the true” angler does not keep more their fishing knowledge to his fish than he needs but takes in modbook. Some club members eration, remembering the future for believed the artist, Henry Kirke himself and his brother anglers, and Brown, was “one of the best flythat it was wise “to freedom those fishermen in the country;” and fishes not wanted.” Members had they, including Norris who he had conservation on their minds when shared information and tactics they vowed not to fill their creel, and with, were eager to learn from to encourage others not to do so. Brown. This was at a time when there were In the American Angler’s Book virtually no laws protecting native Norris recalled being on a pool brook trout other than a law that below a dam with no water going prohibited fishing when they were over the structure. The dam was spawning. It was not unusual for on the lower Willowemoc just trout fishermen to catch and keep all downstream of the mouth of CONTRIBUTED BY ED VAN PUT the trout they caught, at times in the Stewart Brook in Westfield Flats, Thaddeus Norris hundreds in a single day. The memCONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

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today known as Roscoe. The trout were shy because of the low water conditions and refused every fly that Norris offered; however a friend tied a “Grannom” on the end of his leader and a small “Jenny Spinner” for the dropper. Norris wrote that his friend had “tied these flies and made his leader especially” for the evening fishing on this pool. His leader was very fine and his flies fresh, and by “cracking” (false casting) the moisture from the wet flies between each cast he would lay them very lightly on the glassy surface, and a pair of trout would take them on almost every cast before they sank. Since Norris was not catching anything, he assisted in landing the trout, which amounted to several dozen for his friend. “Here” exclaimed Norris “was an exemplification of the advantage of keeping one’s flies dry.” The tactics depicted by Norris meets Hill’s criteria for dry-fly fishing; the flies were false cast purposely for the “intentional drying of the fly.” Thaddeus Norris dedicated The American Angler’s Book to “The Little Club of HOUSELESS ANGLERS,” and he relates that in 1852 a few

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“brethren of the rod” had become friends. He had fished the Beaverkill before this date as had some of the others, but the small group of enthusiastic and knowledgeable fly-fishers became close and formed a special bond. With his dedication, Norris united forever the special relationship these fly fishermen enjoyed

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SHAD During late April through early June, as we charter trips for trout, our guests are also into American Shad. These fish come up from the ocean once a year to spawn and they are a ball on both fly and spin tackle. Related to the tarpon, shad will test any angler’s skills as they take line out with great speed. Their mouths are quite soft so great patience has to be applied to bring these strong fish to net.

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we use is real simple. 4 inch Senkos rigged Wacky style on a #1 Aberdeen or circle hook and 3.5 inch Kei-Techs tipped on a light, wide gap jig. The topwater bite can be great as well right towards dusk or on overcast windless days as the light begins to fade. Pop-R’s, Tiny Torpedos and Chug Bugs are all great lures. One last note about these great fish, if you are introducing your kids, or grandkids, to the pleasures and sport of river fishing, I promise you that these fish will never disappoint the youngsters. After thousands of river trips over the years, I can assure you that children don’t care WHAT they’re

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inches and 11 pounds caught on a Countdown Rapala. Your average walleye in the Delaware will measure from 17 to 22 inches which is not too shabby and they can be caught with jigs and deep diving crankbaits. After 26 years fishing professionally on the Upper Delaware River, this great resource never ceases to amaze me as well as my many customers from all over the county and world. Let’s keep it a great river by taking out what you brought in and if you see the stray can or piece of litter please pick it up so that the river valley is left as pristine as when you arrived. The river today has bigger and more fish than ever before so I hope that you’ll practice C-P-R: Catch, Photograph and then Release your fish so that they can be caught again and more importantly that they can spawn and produce more fish for you and the next generations of anglers to enjoy. Welcome to the Upper Delaware River, enjoy your river adventure this season and I hope that I’ll see YOU on the river!

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BY KATHY DALEY ou’re outside playing or working when suddenly a shadow falls, accompanied by the sound of slow wingbeats. You look up into a wondrous sight: a Great Blue Heron overhead, almost mysteriously making its quiet presence known. The bluish-gray wading birds, three-to-four feet tall with a wingspan of at least six feet, appreciate our streams and marshes and occasionally even our fields. In late March and early April, they will wing their way back from warmer climates. But wait, some of the huge herons are here already... “Most Great Blue Herons winter well south of us but some overwinter here every year,” said John Haas, author of “A Birding Guide to Sullivan County, New York Including the Bashakill Wildlife Management Area.” “At least two Great Blues wintered in the valley this winter in the Wurtsboro/Summitville area,” Haas said. “They’re along the D&H Canal Linear Park (in Wurtsboro) most of the time.” Soon, “people will see Great Blues passing overhead almost everywhere,” he added. “These birds move from one feeding location to another, which is nature's way of ensuring that no one area is overfished and populations are not depleted.” PRETTY BIRD, PRETTY BIRD The handsome herons, often featured on Japanese pottery and folding screens, are a joy to experience in person. The largest bird in our

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area, the Great Blue gets its name from the grayish-blue feathers on its upper wings, back and tail. Its face is white with a yellow bill, and a pair of black stripes run above the eyes to the back of the head, which sports a plume of black feathers. In flight, the big birds fold their long necks into an S-shape, their wings flapping and their long, slender legs trailing out behind. They are typically seen as leisurely but can cruise at some 20 to 30 miles an hour when need be. Great Blues spend 90 percent of their time searching for food. They forage for fish and other prey in slow-moving rivers and streams, swamps, marshes, lakes, and even in meadows. “They are not just fish feeders,” said Haas. “They consume many frogs and small rodents. People will often see Great Blues in a field and wonder what they are doing there. They are ‘mousing’ for a high protein snack.” Still, fish is a big feature on the bird’s menu. “Probably one of the most interesting behaviors I see is their ability to eat fish that seem way too big for them to consume,” said Haas. “They often take hours to get a fish down and sometimes have to make considerable efforts.”

Looking for all the world like a prehistoric creature, the Great Blue dates back to at least 1.8 million years ago, according to fossils found in the Western Hemisphere.

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amily life can be wonderful. Growing up in Small Town, America with my four sisters, four cousins and plenty of friends close by, there was always great adventure – and peril – around every corner. We were a close-knit crew that has stayed fairly close through the years and have enjoyed many new adventures along the way. Some of my best memories growing up though, was with my dog, Buddy. Buddy would be the first of four labs I would own but he was by far the smartest, biggest and most well known. We lived on a hill above the hamlet of Callicoon and Buddy would lay on our front lawn all day, soaking up the sun, seemingly unaware of all the cars flying by on Route 97. Everybody in town knew Buddy.

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Sunday, March 1 Loch Sheldrake Fire Dept. Pancake Breakfast 7 a.m. 12 noon Adults $7. Kids under 12 $5. Under 5 yrs. Free. 1280 Rt. 52, Loch Sheldrake. Jazz Legends Perform in Hurleyville 2 - 3:30 p.m. The Sullivan County Historical Society is pleased to present The Van Manakas Trio. The group will feature Van Manakas on guitar, Mike Bisio on Bass and Bob Meyer on drums. This performance will be a very special reunion of the band who toured on the west coast in the 1990s. Hosted by Little Sparrow. Free. Sullivan County Museum, 265 Main Street, Hurleyville. For info call 434-8044. Directions: scnyhistory.org. Resorts World Catskills Empire Lounge 2 - 5 p.m. Easy and smooth listening to end your weekend at Empire Lounge every Sunday. Featuring: Frank Persico Music. 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello. Call 1-833-586-9358 for info and reservations.

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Monday, March 2 Grief Support Groups 6 - 7 p.m. Free of charge, offered by Wayne Memorial Hospice and Social Service Departments Monday evenings through April 6th. Wayne Memorial Hospital, 601 Park Street, Honesdale, PA. Registration requested. For info call (570) 241-2685.

Tuesday, March 3 Project: Identity Photography 6 - 8 p.m. Sundays & Tuesdays, March 3-May 17. Project: Identity Photography is digital photography intensive for 1418 year old teens. This unique 12 week program provides an opportunity to learn the basics of photography, composition, camera use, as well as editing tools in Adobe Photoshop. A culminating photobook and exhibition of artwork will be created and shared with the community. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 200 Hurd Road, Bethel. To register and for more info visit bethelwoodscenter. org/PIPhoto.

Thursday, March 5 Resorts World Catskills DoubleTop Bar & Grill, Karaoke Night. 7 - 10 p.m.

Come unleash your inner rockstar at Doubletop Bar & Grill with karaoke every Friday. Must be 21 or over. 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello. Call 1-833-5869358 for info and reservations.

Friday, March 6 Mishnock & Friends Country Dance Weekend at the Villa Roma March 6th - 8th. Multiple dance lesson rooms with over 60 hours of dance instructions in line, partner, and couple. Country, All Request, Lead & Follow Evening Dances. 6 World Class meals starting with dinner and ending with lunch. Fri & Sat Night Cocktail Parties. Karaoke In The Lounge. Weekend rates start at $205 per adult per night. For info visit villa roma.com. Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center, 356 Villa Roma Rd., Callicoon.

Saturday, March 7 4-H County Public Presentations 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Youth are invited to choose, prepare, and present a topic to 2 evaluators and if desired, to family, friends, fellow club members, and potentially the public. Evaluators are instructed to provide posi-

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Community Hub, 22 St. Johns Street, Monticello. Chili Cook-Off 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Held at St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church, 31 West Main Street, Port Jervis. $6 per person tasting of all chili; $5 take out bowl of chili. Awards given out at 1:30 p.m. No entry fee to enter the contest, but registration is required. Contact Kurt Brink at kurt.brink@hotmail.com for registration forms. Limited

to 20 entries; register early! Proceeds benefit church ministry to the community. For info contact the church at 845-856-1033 or Kathy at 570-430-1755. Culinary & Pastry Arts Day Noon. The Catskill Hospitality Institute will host a Culinary & Pastry Arts Day recruitment event on Saturday, March 7 for prospective students of all ages with particular interests in the culinary fields. Students interested in enrolling for the Fall 2020 or Spring 2021 semester will get a taste of what SUNY Sullivan has to offer beginning at 12 noon (check-in begins at 11:30) in the Grossinger Dining Room, located in Statler Hall. Members of the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Culinary Arts faculty as well as recruitment staff will be on hand to guide visitors through the day, which is free and open to anyone from within or outside Sullivan County. SUNY Sullivan 112 College Rd., Loch Sheldrake. Those planning to attend must register in advance, as space is limited, by calling the SUNY

Sullivan Office of Admissions at (845) 4345750, extension 4287 or by completing the online registration form at sunysullivan.edu/culinaryday. 2020 Winter Salon Series 2 p.m. A performance by musician Kevin Graham. Free event. DVAA, 37 Main St., Narrowsburg. More info available by calling 2527576 or visit delawarevalleyartsalliance.org. A â&#x20AC;&#x153;Celebration of Irish Historyâ&#x20AC;? Exhibit Opening Reception 4 - 6 p.m. An exhibit of artwork by classical Irish artists, including James Barry, Hugh Douglas Hamilton, and Augustus Joseph Nicholas Burke. Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Community Center, 114 Richardson Avenue, Shohola, PA. Complimentary refreshments will be provided at this free event. Greater Barryville Chamber of Commerce Winter Warm-Up 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Celebrate with us honoring GBCC Community Volunteer Scholarship for Graduating High School Students and The Business

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Thursday, March 12 Pets and Seniors 3:30 - 5 p.m. This seminar will share considerations on pet ownership and ways that older adults and family caregivers can interact with animals, even if they do not have an animal of their own. A panel discussion will offer other suggestions and resources in Sullivan County. Panelists include Joseph D'Abbraccio, DVM from Catskill Veterinary Services, Deborah Worden from Action Toward Independence, and Maureen Velton. Dr. D’Abbraccio will address the practical perspective of pet ownership, Ms. Worden will discuss ATI’s Wounded Warrior Service Dog Program (WWSDP), and Mrs.Velton will share her experiences in pet therapy. This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online at sullivanc-

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Rock Hill St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 14, starting at 2 p.m. ce.org. St. John’s Street School Community Hub, 22 St. Johns Street, Monticello. The Culinary Club 5 -7 p.m. Are you someone who wants a deeper understanding of different cultures and their popular cuisine? Participants will enjoy preparing foods for the “theme of the month” to share with fellow foodies. A choice of 2-3 books will be available at the beginning of each month. This month’s theme: Spuds, Anyone? Bring a “topping” suitable for (Irish) baked potatoes. Call 888-8004 for info/register. Mamakating Library, 128 Sullivan St., Wurtsboro.

Friday, March 13 Mohegan Sun Pocono Downs, Wilkes-Barre, PA Casino Trip – Saturday, March 28. Deadline is March 13th. Sponsored by Monticello Kiwanis Club. Bus leaves from Parking Lot across from Town of Thompson Town Hall (located at Monticello Shop Rite

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The Arnold House Comedy Night 8 p.m. The Laugh Tour brings live stand-up comedy to The Arnold House featuring comedians from The Tonight Show, The Late Show, Conan, The View, Comedy Central, HBO, Saturday Night Live, LOGO and more! Tickets: $ 20 available at the door. Call 439-5070 to reserve your ticket and/or dinner reservations. 839 Shandelee Rd, Livingston Manor.

Sunday, March 15 Sullivan West Musical Production Club presents Shrek the Musical 2 p.m. Tickets: Adults, $10, Students $6, Seniors: Free. Sunday Special: Family 4 pack $24, Family 5 pack $30. Tickets available at the door or email sayersjen@swcsd.org. Sullivan West Auditorium, Lake Huntington.

Saturday, March 21 4th Annual Maple Open

House 12 - 5 p.m. Free event open to the public. Visit our Sap house & watch Adam & crew make delicious Maple Syrup. Enjoy Maple Syrup with pancakes & sausage cooked fresh by Chef Ross & family. Dress for outdoor activities please. Diehl Homestead Farm, 93 Diehl Road, Callicoon. Jeffersonville Saint Patrick’s Day Parade 1 p.m. Line up at Noon, parade starts at 1 p.m. Celebrate the Irish in this great village tradition! Main St., Jeffersonville. Liza Phillips at the Laundry King Artists Talk and Opening Reception 3 p.m. Uncontained a solo exhibition from Liza Phillips at the Laundry King at 65 Main St, Livingston Manor. Refreshments will be served and admission is free and open to the public. The exhibitions will be on view March 21 – May 2. Sportsmen’s Dinner Banquet 4 - 8:15 p.m. Hunters and hunting enthusiasts, come join us for a game dinner, a seminar about waterfowl hunting by The Call Outdoors (thecalloutdoors.com), and

tons of great door prizes! Tickets are $12. Call 845985-7410 for tickets and info. Loch Sheldrake Fire Co., 1280 RT- 52, Loch Sheldrake.

Saturday, March 28 Winter Waterfowl Walk 8 a.m. Meet walk leader John Haas at the Haven Road Parking Lot DEC parking lot (on left coming from Route 209). Bring binoculars and a scope if you have one. An array of early ducks, geese and mergansers. Then travel to DEC Boat Launch on South Road, Wurtsboro, to see additional species. Boots may be of help in this area. The event lasts about 2 hours. Visit to Mamakating Environmental Center included. To register and/or for more info, contact John at 888-0240. Info: facebook.com/thebashakill.org. Civil Air Patrol Squadron Open House 12 - 4 p.m. Members of the squadron will be present to greet visi-

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the Wonder Dog. Free event. DVAA, 37 Main St., Narrowsburg. More info available by calling 2527576 or visit delawarevalleyartsalliance.org.

Sunday, March 29 Neversink FD & Grahamsville FD Annual Spring Breakfast 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. Adults $8, Kids 6-12 $5, Kids under 5 Free. Takeout available $8. Neversink Firehouse, 7486 ST RT 55, Neversink.

Tuesday, March 31 Caesar’s Extravaganza Luncheon Starring Anthony Duke Claus 2 - 5 p.m. Enjoy Our Famous Caesar’s Extravaganza Luncheon, a seven-course banquet fit for a king! Afterward, enjoy a matinee show starring Anthony Duke Claus, an up-and-coming sensational singing star entertaining you with popular standards, Broadway tunes, and modern classics. Cost $49. Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center, 356

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Thursday, April 2 Resorts World Catskills DoubleTop Bar & Grill, Karaoke Night. 7 - 10 p.m. Come unleash your inner rockstar at Doubletop Bar & Grill with karaoke every Friday. Must be 21 or over. 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello. Call 1-833-5869358 for info and reservations.

Friday, April 3 Frost Valley YMCA Wilderness First Responder Certification Course April 3rd - 10th. The course includes the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments for days and weeks if necessary. The registration fee includes the course, as well as six nights of lodging and meals. For info or to register call 985-2291 ext. 240 or

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Sunday, April 5 Callicoon Kiwanis Club Pancake Breakfast 7 a.m. noon. Adults $8, Child 6-12 $4, Under 5 Free. Featuring

real maple syrup, eggs, danish, delicious pancakes, and more. Benefitting the youth of the Callicoon area. Delaware Youth Center, Callicoon.

Monday, April 6 Grief Support Groups 6 - 7 p.m. Free of charge, offered by Wayne Memorial Hospice and Social Service Departments through April 6th. Monday evenings from. Wayne Memorial Hospital, 601 Park Street, Honesdale, PA. Registration requested. For info call (570) 241-2685.

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Thursday, April 16 Veterinary Science: Quality Care Of Animals Certification 6:30 - 8 p.m. This program will utilize career-oriented resource/educational mate-

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Saturday, April 11 The Met: Live in HD at SUNY Sullivan 12:55 p.m. Tosca. Adults $20; Students with valid I.D. $10. Seelig Theatre, SUNY Sullivan, 112 College Rd., Loch Sheldrake. For info call 4345750. The Arnold House Comedy Night 8 p.m. The Laugh Tour brings live stand-up comedy to The Arnold House featuring comedians

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Saturday, April 18 38th Annual Basha Kill Clean Up 9:30 a.m. - Noon Celebrate Earth Day! Enjoy a walk and fresh spring air while ridding the wetlands of debris. Registration and clean-up site assignments from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Meet in the Haven Road DEC parking lot (on left

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Wednesday, April 22 Upper Delaware Litter Sweep 8 a.m. April 22 - 6 p.m. April 25. In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and in light of the ever increasing evidence and awareness of the negative effects that all roadside litter eventually has on our water systems, food systems, and (consequently) human bodies, the

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Sunday, April 26 Birding for Beginners with Scott Graber 8 a.m. Experience the variety of birdlife that inhabits the scenic Basha Kill area with naturalist Scott Graber. This walk will focus on basic identification of birds by sight and sound. If you’re new to birding or have always wondered what birds exist beyond your backyard, this is the field trip for you! Binoculars are required. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Meet at the Haven Road DEC parking lot (on left coming from Rt. 209). Visit to Mamakating Environmental Center included. Call Scott to register and/or for info at 914799-1313. Info: facebook.com/thebashakill.o rg. Bethel Woods P.LA.Y: The Classics Series 3 p.m., doors open 2 p.m. An Afternoon of Choral Artistry featuring Young People’s Chorus of New York City. Held in the Event Gallery, presented in collaboration with Shandelee Music Festival. 200 Hurd Road Bethel. Info at BethelWoodsCenter.org.

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Saturday, May 2 Spring Migration Warbler Walk with John Haas 8 a.m. See an array of spring migrants including warblers, orioles, and grosbeaks. Meet at the first Haven Road parking area on the right when traveling from South Road, Wurtsboro. Bring binoculars. Travel to the DEC Boat Launch, across from Bashakill Vineyards, 1131

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Sunday, May 3 History of D&H Canal with Gary Keeton 10 a.m. Join Basha Kill naturalist Gary Keeton for a walk through time. The Delaware & Hudson Canal, a 108-mile, 108-lock waterway, was America's first million-dollar private enterprise. What did the canal mean for those in our area? Bring binoculars and insect repellent. Meet at DEC access road on Route 209 across from Our Hometown Deli in Westbrookville. Bring binoculars. Contact Gary at 649-5887. Info: facebook.com/thebashakill.org.

Thursday, May 7 Resorts World Catskills DoubleTop Bar & Grill, Karaoke Night. 7 - 10 p.m. Come unleash your inner rockstar at Doubletop Bar & Grill with karaoke every Friday. Must be 21 or over. 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello. Call 1-833-586-

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Friday, May 8 Sullivan Renaissance Annual Conference TBA Join us in Livingston Manor, Winner of the very first Golden Feather Award! This little town with a big backyard is attracting national attention with its welcoming vibe. Marvel at the architecture of the historic Livingston Manor Central School (from the inside); explore beautification efforts by community volunteers who have had a great impact on this quiet river town’s revival, participate in hands-on workshops, learn how to invite pollinators to your landscape, check-out green building practices in use, and enjoy some live entertainment. Registration will be opening soon. Check SullivanRenaissance.org or our Facebook page for updates. Moonlight Walk with Gary Keeton 9 p.m. Enjoy moonrise over the Shawangunk Ridge and see its beams reflected in the peaceful waters of the Basha Kill as you discuss the area’s natural history. Meet at the Haven Road DEC parking lot (on left coming from Route 209). Call 649-5887 for info or facebook.com/thebashakill.org.

Saturday, May 9 8th Annual Allyson Whitney 5K at Kauneonga Lake Registration 8 - 9:45 a.m. The Allyson Whitney Run

for Love 5k Event is THE EVENT where you run or walk in memory or in honor of YOUR loved one. All Cancers Matter even rare ones. For advanced registration and info visit runsignup.com/Race/NY/Ka uneongaLake/AllysonWhitn eyRunForLove5k. Nature Watch at the Basha Kill 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Join trained Nature Watch Volunteers at DEC boat launch, across from Bashakill Vineyards, 1131 South Road, Wurtsboro, to learn more about the many residents of the amazing Basha Kill wetland. View the nesting bald eagles and other birds. Equipped with two powerful spotting scopes and lots of information, the volunteers will help you get to know the Basha Kill a little better. Bring your children, other family members and friends of all ages for some fun in the outdoors! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday until June 28. Call Kevin Keller at 845434-6209 or Maryallison Farley at 845-888-0261 for more details. Info: facebook.com/thebashakill.org. The Met: Live in HD at SUNY Sullivan 12:55 p.m. Maria Stuarda. Adults $20; Students with valid I.D. $10. Seelig Theatre, SUNY Sullivan, 112 College Rd., Loch Sheldrake. For info call 434-5750.

Saturday, May 16 Woodstock Oasis Community Yard Sale TBA. Community Yard Sale with all space donations going to the Rock Hill Animal Rescue/Sullivan Co. SPCA. To reserve a space call 583-

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17B, Bethel. Hike to Gobblers Knob 10 a.m. This hike, led by a NYNJ Trail Conference Representative, gains 450 vertical feet from the parking area to the Knob, which is almost 1,000 feet high. On a clear day you can see three states. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes; bring water and binoculars. Trip takes two hours. Meet at the DEC fishing platform, 8 Indian Orchard Rd., Westbrookville. To register or for info, contact Paula at 754-0743. Info: facebook.com/thebashakill.org.

Monday, May 18 10th Annual Wallace Berkowitz Cup Shotgun Start, Lunch at the Turn, Cocktails, Reception, Awards & Raffles. Enter to win a custom PING Golf Set valued at up to $3,000! All proceeds benefit the NHC Foundation, which benefits & enhances the lives of people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. West Hills Country Club, 121 Golf Links Rd., Middletown. More info TBA.

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Saturday, May 23 Nature Watch at the Basha Kill 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat. and Sun. Join trained Nature Watch Volunteers at DEC boat launch, across from Bashakill Vineyards, 1131 South Road, Wurtsboro, to learn more about the many residents of the amazing Basha Kill wetland. View the nesting bald eagles and other birds. Equipped with two powerful spotting

scopes and lots of information, the volunteers will help you get to know the Basha Kill a little better. Bring your children, other family members and friends of all ages for some fun in the outdoors! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday until June 28. Call Kevin Keller at 4346209 or Maryallison Farley at 888-0261 for info or facebook.com/thebashakill.org.

Wednesday, May 27 Volunteer Corps Orientation and Volunteer Open House 5:30 p.m. Explore volunteer opportunities with Sullivan

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