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The 5th Annual July 4th 1776 Celebration
Everyone is invited to attend this annual community event on Thursday, July 4, 2019, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Village of Nassau Commons on John Street. At this alcohol-free event, beef hot dogs, watermelon and ice cream are provided by the organizers, Hudson Valley-Berkshires Interfaith Network. Bring something to share, gather with your neighbors to celebrate our American tradition of religious freedom and peace with freedom, recognizing the unity of all in these United States.
A traditional “Barn Dance” is from 10:30 to 11:45 featuring George Wilson leading the Megaband with Melanie Axel-Lute calling, paid for by a grant from Dance Flurry Organization (DFO) The reading of the Declaration of Independence at 1:00 is followed by an Awards Ceremony honoring three volunteers who have dedicated themselves to community service. There will also be a mini farmers market. Contact: hvbinterfaith@nullgmail.com or 707-318-4240.
Independence Day Celebration at Schuyler Mansion
July 4th, 2019, Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site invites the public to attend an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration on the mansion grounds, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public.
Schuyler Mansion will offer a “Hands-On History” tent where children and their families may enjoy signing the Declaration of Independence with quill pens, crafts, and playing with colonial games and toys
Schuyler Mansion will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours from noon to 4:00 p.m. at $3.00 per person (children 12 and under free). Visitors may take this opportunity to tour Philip Schuyler’s elegant 18th-century home at their leisure.
Free Stewart’s Shops ice cream will be available. Along with Friends of Schuyler Mansion, Stewart Shops, and the Times Union are supporters of this special family event.
Schuyler Mansion is located at 32 Catherine Street in Albany’s historic South End and was the 18th-century home of Revolutionary War Major-General Philip Schuyler (1733-1804) and his family. The mansion is open for guided tours Wednesday through Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may – end October) For further information, please visit www.parks.ny.gov, www.schuylerfriends.org or find us on Facebook.
4th of July Celebration at MBCC
4th of July Celebration at the Malden Bridge Community Center a/k/a MBCC at 1087 Albany Turnpike in the hamlet of Malden Bridge – zip 12115.
Following the 4th of July community parade in nearby Old Chatham the members of MBCC will hold an Open House while offering delicious strawberry shortcakes covered with freshly whipped cream donated by Stewarts Shops, along with a variety of drinks for a donation of Five Dollars per serving starting at 10AM.
Take outs will be available but why not plan to stay and join with us for the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence at 11 AM.
There will be a large number of items donated by area merchants in a Silent Auction area for which attendees may bid.
As always, plenty of space for sitting and visiting while enjoying your shortcake.
The Church of the Redeemer Thrift Shop
Shop will be closed on July 4th and 6th to give our volunteers a well-deserved rest. Please visit us when we reopen on Thursday July 11th at 3 PM and again on Saturday the 13th at 9 AM. Some customers claim they need 2 days to see all the wonderful merchandise we have to offer!
Have an enjoyable holiday and please make it a safe one.
Nassau Town Clerk
Sandra Rings, the Nassau Town Clerk, would like to wish everyone a safe and awesome summer! The Town Clerk’s Office will be closed on the Fourth and Fifth of July. Please plan to come in earlier in the week if there is something we can do to help you. Remember “Love me, license me”. All dogs in the State of New York are required to be registered in the Town in which they reside. Thank you and have a blessed summer.
Sandra L. Rings, RMC
Nassau Town Clerk
July Membership Meeting
Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will hold the Eastern Membership meeting at 11:00 am on Friday, July 5th. All residents 60 and older are encouraged to attend. Upcoming activities, events and fundraisers will be discussed at this meeting. Please join us at noon for a nutritious meal (Sausage & Peppers). Call 518-279-3413 to sign up for lunch.
Stephentown Heritage Center increases visiting hours
The Stephentown Historical Society has announced that the Stephentown Heritage Center will welcome visitors on the first Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., beginning on July 6, in addition to the regular weekly Friday hours of 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. These weekend open hours will allow more Stephentown residents and visitors the opportunity to explore what the society offers in genealogy research and local history. The Heritage Center is the former Stephentown Methodist Church at 4 Staples Road at the corner of Garfield Road. It is free and handicapped accessible.
Feathered Phenoms Program at Peebles Island State Park
Join us July 6th at Peebles Island State Park for the “Feathered Phenoms” program, beginning at 10am. Ever wonder about the big birds you don’t normally find in your backyard? Get ready to dive in to learn about the larger birds that can be found throughout Peebles Island. Weather permitting, we will even take a hike to an active eagles nest that can be seen from a trail in the park! This program is designed for children ages 8-12. Meets at the Visitor Center.
Upcoming July Programs at Cherry Plain State Park
Saturday, July 6th Wilderness Survival Skills 1:30-3:30PM – Ever wonder if you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Stop by the table on the beach at Cherry Plain to learn and practice your survival skills including flint and steel fire making, primitive structure building, and water filtration and purification.
Book Nook News
The Book Nook at Transfiguration Parish on Hillview Drive in Speigletown is open again on July 6 from 9:00 am until noon. There have been a lot of new donations so please come by and see what’s new! The July half-priced specials are on Fern Michaels, James Patterson and Jonathan Kellerman. As always, the history, biographies, cookbooks, religious, self-help are all 6/$1. School will be out by July and so to keep your kids reading, all children and young adult books are 10/$1 this month. Stop by and check us out. Please no VHS tapes, textbooks or encyclopedias. See you at the Book Nook!
All you can eat breakfast
The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721
Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, NY will have it’s monthly All You Can Eat Breakfast on Saturday, July 6th from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Cost is $8.00 for adults and $3.50 for children under 10. Menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, home fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea.
Hoags Corner’s Fire Dpt. Monthly Breakfast
The Hoags Corner’s Fire Department will be hosting and All You Can Eat Breakfast on July 7, 2019 from 8 am to 11 am. Our All You Can Eat Buffet-Style Breakfast includes, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, french toast, regular pancakes plus applesauce,fruit cocktail, english muffins,coffee, tea, chocolate mik, orange juice and milk. Cost: Adults $ 8.00, Children ages 6-12 are $ 4.00 and Children 5 and under are free. Eat in our take out.
Phone: 518-766-5474.
Bennington Battlefield Announces Upcoming Events
The following events will be taking place at Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site, located off of NY-67 in Walloomsac, New York. For more information, visitors may contact Site Assistant David Pitlyk by e-mail, at david.pitlyk@nullparks.ny.gov, or by telephone, 518-860-9094. Tours of the battlefield may also be arranged by appointment.
July 7th at 10:00 AM the site will offer an “early bird” tour of the main areas of the First Engagement of the battle. Some driving is required to travel between the three stops. Visitors will meet under the flagpole.
Stephentown Historical Society to hold summer potluck picnic on July 8, 2019
The summer potluck picnic of the Stephentown Historical Society will be Monday, July 8, at 6:00 p.m. at the Stephentown Firehall Pavilion, 35 Grange Hall Road, Stephentown, New York. The society is providing hamburgers, hot dogs, rolls and condiments, as well as table service and beverages. All that is needed to complete the menu is for folks to bring dishes to share … side dishes, appetizers or desserts. Bring a folding lawn chair if you like. There will be a short presentation about a “lesser-known” president. The event is free and open to the public. For directions, telephone (518) 733-0010.
Oakwood’s Free Summer Concert On The Lawn
Photo of Eiley Fronhofer, age 4, conducting the band
Summer is finally here so strike up the band! We welcome the Colonie Town Band at 7pm on Monday July 8th as they perform a free program of popular and classical music, rousing marches and lively show tunes. Bring your own chair or blanket and claim a spot on the lawn in front of the Earl Chapel. Sing along with your favorite tunes.
Children (and the young at heart) will have the opportunity to conduct the 60-piece band’s final march. Our popular strawberry shortcake will be available for purchase from the Friends of Oakwood. Please note the only entrance open for this event will be the 186 Oakwood Avenue gate. In case of rain, the concert will be cancelled. Check our FB page for updates.
Poestenkill Youth Summer Camp
Poestenkill Summer Camp will be held July 8th-August 2nd at Poestenkill Elementary School from 9am-4pm. Each week will be filled with field trips to a variety of locations around the Capital Region including Grafton, Billy Beez, Fun Plex, Liberty Ridge Farm, Valley Cats, Zoom Flume, etc., art projects, STEM challenges, physical activities, water activities and visitors to camp. Swim lessons will be offered at Grafton. Registration information can be found at www.bit.ly/PoestenkillYouth
Contact Town Office at 518-283-5100 with any questions. Submitted by: Tiffany Buker, Camp Director, Town of Poestenkill
Sand Lake Forum on Public Water
Please join us on July 9th for a Community Forum on Public Water, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Courtroom. Ben Syden, Vice President at Laberge Group, will speak to us about federal/state/local requirements and opportunities regarding public water in New York State. The Sand Lake Town Board wants to know your opinion! Are you for or against public water? Where do we need public water in the Town? You will have the opportunity to ask questions and share your opinion with the Town Board. This meeting will be steamed online and televised on Cable Channel 1303.
Nancy Perry
Supervisor
The Public is invited to SLCA’s Turn! Turn! Turn! Gallery Show Reception-July 10
Sand Lake Center for the Arts along with A Still Small Voice 4U invites the public to a free artist reception for SLCA’s Summer Juried Art Show. This show is based on the theme of Pete Seeger’s song Turn! Turn! Turn! in commemoration of his 100th birthday. Jason Van Staveren, juror for the art exhibit has chosen artworks from all over the capital region to bring together a truly special show. Come out and join us, with a meet and greet with many of the artists. Reception starts at 6pm on July 10th. Food and Beverages will be served. Open, and free to the public. For more information go to www.slca-ctp.org or call the office at 518-674-2007.
Special Luncheon with Paul Slusar
Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will hold a Special Luncheon (Bacon Cheeseburger) on Wednesday, July 10th at noon. Following the meal there will be music entertainment by our popular friend, Paul Slusar. All residents 60 and older are encouraged to come and singing along, or join in with dancing. This is free entertainment. Lunch is served daily at the Senior Center daily for a suggested $3 donation. Call 518-279-3413 to be added to the list.
Meeting Dates for The Village of Nassau 2019-20
The following dates have been established for the Village of Nassau Board of Trustees Meetings. All meetings will be held at the Village Municipal Building, 40 Malden Street, Nassau, NY at 7:30pm unless otherwise posted.
July 10, 2019 Regular Meeting 7:30pm
July Special Luncheon
The Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69 Church Street, will host a Special Luncheon (Chicken Patty) for residents 60 and over on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at noon. The center will have music entertainment by Glenn Hankle with his banjo following lunch. All residents 60 and older are invited to attend this free entertainment. Come and dance, sing-a-long or just listen to the music and reminisce. Please call (518) 686-7561 to sign up for the meal.
Senior Golf Partners Wanted
The SECOND nine week session for two senior golf leagues is looking for duffers, golfers who want to have fun and do not want to keep score. The revitalized Pheasant Hollow is reserving Thursday and Monday mornings at EIGHT o’clock for these two leagues. Golf clubs to use are available in the Pro Shop.
RENSSELAER SENIOR CENTER GOLF LEAGUE:
Starting Thursday, July 11. Call the Center for more information (518) 463-2166.
Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County Announces Irish Night for Literacy with Triskele
On Thursday, July 11, Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County will host the first-ever Irish Night for Literacy with music by Triskele at the Hangar on the Hudson, 675 River Street, Troy, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:00. Triskele [Tris-kay-lee] is an all-female Celtic band from Albany, N.Y. Known for their stunning harmonies and Irish wit, they sing in the Gaelic language, performing traditional, original and some modern Celtic/Irish music. There will be a special performance by the An Clár School of Irish Dance. All proceeds will benefit LVORC’s literacy services and programs for adults and children in Rensselaer County and nearby communities. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Visit www.lvorc.org or call (518) 244-4650.
Free Community Meal
Hopes Kitchen, located inside Rensselaer Presbyterian Church, 34 Academy Street is providing a free community dinner Thursday 7/11/19, 3:30 to 6:30.
This event is open to everyone, singles, couples, families, homeless, and anyone else that wants a great meal, and fun socialization.
Here’s the menu for Thursday July 11th, Bar B Q Chicken, Green Beans, coleslaw, Rolls, Butter, coffee, tea, ice tea, lemonade, water, plus brownies.
Mark your calendar now, and join us for a fun evening of good food and great music.
Sand Lake Seniors
The regular meeting for the Sand Lake Seniors will be on July 11, 2019 at 12:00. We meet at the Church of The Covenant Methodist Church on Route 43 in Averill Park. We have a short meeting, a speaker or entertainment and then a light luncheon. For the July 11th meeting we are asking members to bring a “BAG LUNCH”. This can be a sandwich, salad, fruit, such as a apple, orange or banana, some chips and some cookies, cupcake, etc. The club will furnish drinks. We will be playing Bingo. There will be prizes.
Free Community Meal
Hopes Kitchen, located inside Rensselaer Presbyterian Church, 34 Academy Street is providing a free community dinner Thursday 7/11/19, 3:30 to 6:30.
This event is open to everyone, singles, couples, families, homeless, and anyone else that wants a great meal, and fun socialization.
Here’s the menu for Thursday July 11th, Bar B Q Chicken, Green Beans, coleslaw, Rolls, Butter, coffee, tea, ice tea, lemonade, water, plus brownies.
Mark your calendar now, and join us for a fun evening of good food and great music.
Archaeological Dig On Elm Street
Thurs. 7/11 & Fri. 7/12 2-7pm Sat. 7/13 10am-4pm
Learn about the history beneath your feet! An Archeological Dig will be happening on 20 Elm Street in Nassau and you can be a part of it! There will be hour-long youth sessions beginning at 2pm on both Thursday & Friday to look, explore, and ask questions of on-site experts. Sign up through the library to reserve your spot for the Thursday or Friday of the dig. Saturday’s dig is open to the public. This event is hosted by the Nassau Village Bicentennial & the Town of Nassau Historic Preservation Committee. Call the Nassau Free Library to reserve your spot. (518)766-2715.
4-H Shooting Sports Archery Session for Youth
The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County 4-H Youth Development program is holding a four week 4-H Shooting Sports archery session. This program is for youth nine and older (as of January 1, 2019) who would like to learn about the safe and responsible use of archery equipment as well as equipment maintenance and other related topics. In doing so, the 4-H Shooting Sports program provides opportunities for youth to gain valuable skills, practice leadership, and build relationships with non-parent adults. This 4-H archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25, and August 1, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Castleton Fish & Game Club. There is a $40.00 registration fee for 4-H members and $50.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Wednesday, July 3, and registration will be limited. To register a youth, or for more information, please contact Eileen DePaula at 518-272-4210 or emd32@nullcornell.edu. For more information about this and other programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County, please call 518-272-4210. No one shall be denied the opportunity to participate or receive information based on their ability to pay. If you have special needs that we can accommodate please let us know at the time of your call.
July Programs at Grafton Lakes State Park
July 4th —Sand Castle Building Contest—12pm Registration by the Lifeguard Station at Long Pond Beach. Must provide your own tools and props. 2pm Judging, 3pm Awards. Free with prizes!
July 6th & 28th— Beach Yoga 9:30-10:30am. 16+ and provide your own mat. $5 per participant. $8/vehicle gate fee refunded if departing directly after class. No pre-registration required. North end of the beach past the volleyball nets. Rain? Meet @ Welcome Center.
July 7th— Be Bear Aware @ 1:00 PM— Discover interesting facts about bears, touch a real bear pelt, and learn some tips on how to keep bears away from your house and what to do if you encounter one. Ages 12 and up. Meets at welcome center.
Nassau Free Library July Programs
STORYTIME- Every Wednesday 10:30am
TEEN CHEF- Nassau Reformed Church Tues. 7/9. 7/16 & 7/23 6:30pm (ages 11+)
KINDNESS ROCKS- Wed. 7/10 6-7pm
ARCHAEOLOGICAL DIG ON ELM STREET Thurs. 7/11 & Fri. 7/12 2-7pm Sat. 7/13 10am-4pm
ARCHAEOLOGICAL TALK BY MICHAEL DIANA- Thurs. 7/11 6pm
BEGINNER’S YOGA Sat. 7/6, 7/13, 7/27 10:30am
VISIT US ON FACEBOOK and the web at
www.nassaufreelibrary.org (518)766-2715
The Nassau Free Library is located at 18 Church St. Nassau, NY 12123.
East Greenbush Community Library
10 Community Way, East Greenbush. 518-477-7476 or www.eastgreenbushlibrary.org.
Go to events.eastgreenbushlibrary.org for a complete listing of all storytimes, programs for children, and youth summer reading events.
*Registration required.
LIBRARY CLOSED July 4th
Farmers’ Market, Wednesdays 4-7:30pm Rain or Shine. Crafts for Kids with our Volunteens: 7/10, 7/17, 7/24 & 7/31.
7/8: AARP Smart Driver Course*, 9:30am-4pm; Cord Cutting 101*, 6:30pm
7/9: Drop-In Tuesday Tech Time, 4-6pm; First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong by James R. Hanson – a film showing and book discussion*, 6pm
7/10: Crafts for Kids at the Farmers’ Market, 4pm at the library tent; Legal Project Free Legal Consultations, 5:30-7:30pm; SCA Presents: Medieval Storytelling, Song, and Poetry Performance, 6:30pm; An Evening with Tanager*, 7pm
7/11: Visit with the Eddy Alzheimer’s Services, 2pm; Counting Breaths Meditation*, 6pm
Summer Program at the North Chatham Library – Events Calendar
Programs are 12-2 pm, unless otherwise noted. Pre-registration required. Open to anyone and free! Register with us at (518) 766-3211, mail@nullnorthchathamlibrary.org, or northchathamlibrary.org.
July 8: Herbs.
July 9: Phases of the Moon.
July 10-11: Coding Robotics for Kids.
Week 1 Of N. C. Library Summer Program Coming Up!
Come join us for summer fun! The North Chatham Library will be hosting the first week of its Summer Program from July 8-14. Take a journey through the delicious Herbs program with the Garden Club of Kinderhook on July 8, 12-2pm, and learn about the Phases of the Moon with Mud Creek Environmental on July 9, 12-2pm. July 10 and 11, 12-2 pm, will bring a two-day workshop in Coding and Robotics for kids where you’ll build your own mouse robot with Cornell Cooperative extension.
Calendar for Everett Wagar Senior Center
2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton NY
July 8 HairCuts/mani/pedi by Appt
10:00 Chair Yoga
12:00 Congregate Lunch (Cube Steak)
12:30 Scrapbooking
1:00 Cards and Games
July 9 Reiki by Appt
9:30 Aerobic Swimming
12:00 Congregate Lunch (Macaroni n cheese)
1:00 Cards and Games
July 10 10:00 Chair Yoga
12:00 Special Luncheon (Bacon Cheeseburger)
12:30 Music entertainment by Paul Slusar
July 11 Reiki by Appt
9:30 Aerobic Swimming
12:00 Congregate Lunch (Chicken Patty)
12:30 Knitting and Crochet Group
1:00 Cards and Games
The Burden Lake Conservation Association events
The Burden Lake Conservation Association (formerly the Burden Lake Improvement Association) is a not-for-profit organization committed to making a positive impact on keeping Burden Lake crystal clear and preserving it for future generations. Please join us for some of our many community and educational events. Open to the public. Our clubhouse is located on the 3rd Burden Lake, 4 Brook Spring Avenue, Averill Park, NY 12018. More information is available on our web site – theblca.org or on facebook.
The following are our BLCA events for 2019:
July 9 – Annual General Meeting at BLCA Clubhouse – President Rich Amadon – 7:00 PM, Everyone Invited
July 11 – Red Sauce Night at BLCA Clubhouse – Steve Quillinan & Cindy Nadel – 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Pasta Dinner with meatballs (extra meatballs for early reservation!) Includes glass of red wine/lemonade – $10 per person.
Red Cross urges donors to fill Missing Types to prevent summer blood shortage
The _meric_n Red Cr_ss needs _l_ _d d_n_rs to bring back the missing A’s, B’s and O’s. A few missing letters may not seem like a big deal in a sentence, but for patients who need A, B, O and AB blood types, these missing letters mean life. The Red Cross urges donors of all blood types to give now to help prevent delays in medical care this summer.
Make an appointment to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming blood donation opportunities July 4-July 11
Castleton on Hudson
7/5/2019: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Castleton Volunteer Ambulance Corporation, 1700 Brookview Road
Troy
7/2/2019: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Saint Mary’s Hospital, 1300 Massachusetts Avenue
7/3/2019: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m., Troy Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street
Brunswick Cares Food Pantry Kid’s Summer Meal Bags
The Brunswick Cares Food Pantry is offering “Kids Meal Bags” this summer to our registered families beginning Saturday, June 22nd, and continuing through Saturday, August 31st.
Kids Meal Bags will be distributed to families of school age children during our normal pantry hours on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Limit one bag per child per week.
Our Pantry is located at Brunswick Church, 42 White Church Lane, Troy, NY 12180.
RPEA Photo of the Day
Photo of Retired Public Employees Association (RPEA) Board of Directors at their summer meeting held at Pat’s Barn in Rensselaer. The Board is holding a Proclamation from Governor Cuomo recognizing the association’s 50th anniversary.
The Retired Public Employees Association is a not-for-profit advocate for current and future public service retirees. Founded in 1969, RPEA represents the interests of nearly 500,000 retirees and their spouses from New York state and local governments, public authorities, and school districts. RPEA is New York’s only public retirement agency that solely works to protect retiree benefits, dealing entirely with the protection and enhancement of health insurance, Social Security, Medicare, and other earned benefits.
Leave Fireworks to the Professionals!
The Fourth of July holiday is rapidly approaching, and with it, the annual fireworks shows. Although sparklers and similar items can be bought and sold in much of New York State, the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) urges New Yorkers to leave these devices to trained professionals. Instead, FASNY encourages New Yorkers to attend one of the many professional fireworks displays offered throughout the State.
All fireworks, including sparkling devices, are extremely dangerous. Despite their toy-like appearances, sparklers can seriously harm their users. The tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of approximately 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, which can cause severe burns. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), sparklers cause roughly 25 percent of all fireworks-related emergency room visits, the most of any type of fireworks-like device.
“FASNY warmly wishes all New Yorkers a happy, safe Fourth of July holiday. Should any emergencies arise, do not hesitate to dial 9-1-1. New York’s brave volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians will be ready to respond, as they always are,” said President Klein.
DEC Launches Second Phase Of “WomenHuntFishNY” Photo Contest
Following the success of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s DEC) statewide photo contest for women hunters, DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the second phase of the “WomenHuntFishNY” contest to celebrate women anglers in the state. The contest officially opens on Monday, June 17, and continues through July 8, 2019.
Women who fish in New York State are encouraged to share their photos by emailing womenhuntfishny@nulldec.ny.gov. DEC welcomes photos of all aspects of safe, legal, and ethical fishing. Contest categories include:
*Freshwater fishing
*Saltwater Fishing
*Ice Fishing
*Youth (girls) fishing
*Mothers and Children/Multi-Generational
*Action shots (Casting, reeling, or landing the big one!)
To be considered in the contest, photos must depict women fishing in New York State. Fishing photos entered in DEC’s fall WomenHuntFishNY hunting photo contest will automatically be entered for consideration. Participants are strongly encouraged to include a sentence to describe their image or experience.
The deadline for contest entries is Monday, July 8. All submissions will become property of DEC to be used in promotions and outreach. Winning entries will be featured on DEC’s website, social media posts, marketing campaigns, print products, and future outreach to inspire future generations of female anglers.