1686 St. Rte. 38
Moravia, NY 13118
(315) 497-0130

Named for U.S. President Millard Fillmore, Fillmore Glen State Park is located adjacent to Moravia, in Cayuga County. A replica of the log cabin in which President Fillmore was born is located within the park.

Fillmore Glen State Park, an oasis of cool, dense woods crowding into a long narrow gorge offers spectacular views, unique geological formations, including five waterfalls, and a botanically rich glen.  The park has 70 campsites, a stream-fed swimming pool and fishing in the Owasco Lake inlet.  There are several little shops and eateries nestled throughout the Village of Moravia to enjoy. In the winter, hiking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are permitted on unplowed roads. The gorge trails are closed in winter. Deer hunting is permitted in season.

Picture Skaneateles, and more from Warren at Picassa

The Charlie Major Nature Trail has had many improvements just this year.  There is a playground and a picnic area that has been add to the Mottville end of the trail.

The Centers for Nature Education, Inc. was originally formed as Onondaga Nature Centers in 1966.

 Onondaga Nature Centers was instrumental in developing the Beaver Lake Nature Center, which is now an Onondaga County Park, and the Cayuga Nature Center in Ithaca, which was turned over to another private organization in 1982.

Our name was changed to Centers for Nature Education after we turned the Beaver Lake Nature Center over to Onondaga County for management.

Centers for Nature Education, Inc.

PO Box 133
4007 Bishop Hill Road
Marcellus, NY 13108

Call us!    (315) 673-1350

cnebw@usadatanet.net Please put “Baltimore Woods” in the subject line: Patty Weisse

Currently, CNE manages the Baltimore Woods Environmental Education Center on Bishop Hill road in Marcellus. We have two full-time staff members, an army of volunteers, and numerous part-time staff.

 John Weeks, our former executive director, still has an office at CNE and serves as an environmental consultant and artist.

 Baltimore Woods is the first of over 37 natural areas that Save the County has acquired since 1972. Over 2000 acres of Save the County properties preserve the geological variety and subtle beauty of Central New York. For further information on Save the County, call 457-7837.

Baltimore Woods is a mature hardwood forest interspersed with hemlock.

“Centers” for Nature Education? Why the plural?
“Why is it called “Baltimore Woods”?
“Who is “John A. Weeks” and why is the new building named after him?”
“What’s a “Naturescape?”

All these questions and more can be answered at Take A Hike

Cayuga Nature Center
1420 Taughannock Blvd. (Rt. 89)
http://www.cayuganaturecenter.org/
(607) 273-6260

Visitors to Cayuga Nature Center can explore the wonders of the natural world first hand. The CNC houses over 40 live Animals in both indoor and outdoor exhibits.  Explore our Butterfly House seasonally from June to August. Climb 50 feet into the tree canopy in Treetops, our six story observational tree-house. Or simply enjoy the outdoors while walking our five miles of interpretive trails, which meander through a mature deciduous forest, along gorges and streams, and past a variety of native plants and wildlife.

Local Schools and Educators can benefit from the many programs offered by the CNC. Connect the classroom to the natural world with one of our many Environmental Education programs, or challenge your students to surpass their perceived limitations on our TEAM Challenge ropes course.
 

Fishing is permitted in Thayer Park as well as on the City of Syracuse Pier.  Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Bass, Perch, remember your license!

Shotwell Park is the Veterans’ Memorial Park honoring those who served.

Charlie Major Nature Trail – Enjoy the natural and historic aspects by walking the old Skaneateles Creek between Old Seneca Turnpike and Crow Hill Road. Learn about our history of water powered indusrty. Trail brochures are available at the Skaneateles Town Hall and the Skaneateles Community Center. There is a nice area to picnic along the creek at the north end near the Crow Hill bridge.

Skaneateles Conservation Area – The Town of Skaneateles has obtained recreational land for preservation. The property is located off Gully Road and New Seneca Turnpike, the land has two separate ponds. It is a great place to go hiking. To reserve he Picnic Pavilion contact the Recreation Department for a facilities use permit. Carry-in-Carry out trash policy. No restroom facilities.

Playgrounds

Austin Park – This playground is designed for children of all ages. Parking available at the Skaneateles Community Center.
 
Waterman School – A brand new playground designed for childen grades K thru 3rd Grade.
 
State Street School – This playground designed for children grades 3 thru 5.
 
Skaneateles Falls Park – Facilities currently available at the Skaneateles Falls Playground are a softball/little league baseball field, basketball court, swings and slide. Located behind the Skaneateles Falls Post Office on Jordan Rd.

Boat Launches

Skaneateles Town Boat Launch -  Located on State Route 41A, five miles south of the Village. Parking is located on Lacy Road near the Mandana Fire Station. Free parking for Town of Skaneateles residents, non- residents $5.00 per day.

NYS Public Boat Launch  -  Located on State Route 41A, 2 1/2 miles south of the Village of Skaneateles. Parking for 30 cars and trailers. Concrete ramp.

Facility Reservations

Austin Ice Pavilion – The ice rink is open from October through March for hockey, figure skating and broom ball. Rental Ice is available; the rental fee for residents is $75/hour and $90/hour for non-residents. Many community events take place during the summer months. It is a great place to rent for large functions including Reunions, Arts & Craft Shows, Company Picnics and more…
 
Picnic Shelter Reservations – Reservations may be made for the Picnic Shelter in Austin Park.  Facility use permits are issued by the Parks & Recreation Department.  Fess are based on a four-hour period at $50.  Each additional hour is $5 each.  Town of Skaneateles residents will recieve a $20 discount.  Permits are available at the Skaneateles Community Center, 97 State Street, Monday ~ Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm.  Download a Building Use Form.
 
Skaneateles Community Center – Meeting Rooms for business or private functions area available at the center. Rent out the entire Community Center exclusively for your Corporate Party. Swim, Ice Skate and Dine. Contact Sue Murphy at 685-2266 ext. 109
 
Gazebo By The Lake – The Gazebo is a beautiful location for wedding or photo sessions.  To reserve the facility contact the Village of Skaneateles Clerk, Sally Sheehan’s Office at 685-3440