Primeval Forest

05/27/2026

Calling all prior Wild Geranium, Geranium maculatum buyers. We are dangerously low. We will trade plants for chunks. We do need to know where you got it and we request a picture of the patch. If you are thinning think of us please and thank you. Message us for details.

05/24/2026

Something exciting is always happening at the refuge — and the best part is that our programs are completely FREE! 🌿🦅🎨

🐢World Turtle Day Craft May 23rd, 10am-3pm
🐤Warbler Painting Class May 30th at 1pm
🎣Family Fishing Day June 6th, 10am-2pm
🎣Veterans Fishing Day June 13th, 10am-2pm
🌳A Walk in the Woods June 13th at 1pm
🧘🏽‍♀️Outdoor Meditation June 20th at 10am
🙆🏼‍♀️Yoga In Nature June 20th at 12pm
🌾Evolution of Land in Genesee County June 27th at 2pm
🌅Native-Led Sunset Walk June 27th at 7:30pm
🪳Underwater Monsters of Onondaga Pool June 28th at 10am
🦅4th of July Eagle Craft July 4th, 10am-3pm
🎶Rhythms of the Refuge: Part 2 July 18th, 4pm-6pm

These programs would not be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers, community partners, and the Friends of Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge. Their passion, dedication, and generosity help bring meaningful experiences to our community and make the refuge a welcoming place for everyone. Thank you for everything you do to help connect people with wildlife and the outdoors. 💚

Take a look through our upcoming schedule and mark your calendars — there’s something for all ages and interests! We can’t wait to see you out on the refuge this season. ☀️🐢🌼

05/24/2026

05/22/2026

Before we give Penske a ton of money do we know any local truckers taking side work? People with trailers looking for some extra cash? June 1st-3rd. Shoot me a message with your prices.

05/22/2026

They are wrong a lot and it’s alarming when we see them used in foraging and mods not immediately taking it down. Don’t do that you are scaring us! Plant identification groups, bring us some or post it here and we will try to figure it out together.

05/22/2026

Who's ready to get outside? 🌳

Chestnut Ridge Park (WNY) is home to dozens of edible and medicinal plants. At June 13th's Edible + Medicinal Plant Walk, you'll get acquainted with species that prefer sunny lawns, water’s edge, shady woodlands, and the spaces in between.

Beginner-friendly—and experienced attendees are welcome to share their knowledge if they’re so moved.

On this leisurely stroll, we’ll discuss:

* Plant identification
* Ways to use each plant in cooking and/or as a remedy
*Tidbits about the plants’ medicinal properties
*Traditional uses and cultural stories

Registration is $20. Sign up:
https://sweetflagherbs.com/shop/p/wild-plant-walk-june-13th

If you don’t have childcare, feel free to bring your kids at no additional charge. Adults are the intended audience, but kids often enjoy themselves, too!