Feeder Canal History: Free Lecture Monday!

2026 PROGRAMS

FREE LECTURE SERIES

HISTORY OF LOGGING IN THE ADIRONDACKS

Monday, March 2, 7PM

Presented by Dick Nason

Folk Life Center at Crandall Public Library

Join us in welcoming Dick Nason, logging historian and retired forester with Finch Paper. He will share his knowledge about the fascinating history of the logging industry throughout the Adirondack Park and how the Feeder Canal impacted the development of industry and commerce in Glens Falls.

4 Seasons

on the Feeder Canal

Experience our region-wide series of inclusive, year-round family festivals highlighting the culture, heritage, and outdoor recreation opportunities along the Feeder Canal Park.

SPRING Explore 4!

Fishing Clinic & Family Fun Day

LEARN TO FISH FOR FREE!

Organized and conducted by NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and the Feeder Canal Alliance. In addition to casting a rod and catching fish, participants can join in an eco-friendly art project and explore accessible trails near the waterway.

WHEN

Sunday, June 7, 10am - 1pm

WHERE

HAVILAND COVE PARK

75 Bush Street, Glens Falls, NY

Gear, bait and instruction are included in the clinic (limited to 40 participants*). Bring your kids, gather your friends, and join us to celebrate the sport of fishing.

Event is FREE & open to the public
All ages & abilities welcome!
Wheelchair accessible
Healthy snacks & water provided
Accessible parking spaces & port-a-johns
No fishing permit required (day-use permit included with registration)

*NYSDEC has 40 sets of gear to loan. When registering, consider sharing a fishing pole among your family members so more people can participate. We anticipate over 150 people during the course of the event.

SAVE THE DATES for upcoming Explore 4! programs:

SUMMER August 16, Family Fun Run/Walk/Glide/Ride Fest: 5 Combines

FALL October 4, Family History & Music Fest: Historic Coal Silos

WINTER Date TBA, Native American Storytelling & Winter Animal Tracking

FUNDRAISING

SATURDAY, MARCH 21

16 years and still brewing! Our annual fundraiser is back at the historic Queensbury Hotel offering 2 tasting sessions. Get your tix before they sell out!

PURCHASE TIX HERE

We are excited to share that Hannaford has selected the Feeder Canal Alliance to benefit from the Community Bag Program throughout March, 2026. The Hannaford Community Bag Program makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities.

Reusable Bags

Every time a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Hannaford located at 175 Broad Street, Glens Falls in March, $1 will be donated to FCA. This is a great way to broaden awareness of our mission and help our efforts.

VOLUNTEERING

2026 CANAL CLEAN SWEEP

April 18, 9:00am - 11:00am

Murray Park, Hudson Falls, NY

Celebrate Earth Day by joining Parks Trails New York, NYS Canal Corporation, and thousands of volunteers to clean up trails, greenways, and parks across NY State's canal system.

Items to bring:

Water bottle
Gloves

We'll provide trash bags & pickers

SAVE THE DATES

for upcoming volunteer opportunities:

Bike Safety Event

Saturday, May 16, Noon - 2:00pm

City Park, Glens Falls, NY

Seeking (2) volunteers to manage the Feeder Canal Alliance info table. Presented by Crandall Public Library.

SUNY Adk Continuing Ed Program

Wednesday, May 27, 12:00 - 1:30pm

Historic Coal Silos, Hudson Falls

Seeking (2) volunteers to help set up event (requires physical labor). Event runs 1:30 - 3:30pm

DEC Fishing Clinic & Family Fun Day

Sunday, June 7, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Haviland Cove Park, Glens Falls

Seeking volunteers for the following:

Set up/break down event (requires physical labor)
Guide informal nature walks
Kid's nature art project
Accessibility coordinator
Parking attendants

*The registration button below is for VOLUNTEERS only. Event registration to participate is in the article above.

VOLUNTEER for these events HERE

Our goal with The Current is to provide year-round information to Feeder Canal Alliance supporters and trail users. Please reach out to Ardie with any feedback or story ideas so we can continue to improve communications: director@feedercanal.org

See you out on the trail!

Feeder Canal Alliance

21 Thomson Ave., Glens Falls, NY 12801

FeederCanal.org I OFFICE: 518-792-5363

Office Hours:

By appointment

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