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Underwater Monsters of Onondaga Pool | Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

When

Jun 28, 2026 10:00 AM

Where

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
1101 Casey Road
Basom, NY 14013

Underwater Monsters of Onondaga Pool | Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
1101 Casey Road
Basom, NY 14013

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Contact

logan_sauer@fws.gov
612-759-8662

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

1101 Casey Road
Basom, NY 14013
P: 585-948-5445

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
1101 Casey Road
Basom, NY 14013

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Using aquatic nets, Wayne Gall will sample aquatic insects and other underwater creatures from Onondaga Pool for observation in white plastic pans filled with water. After identifying and discussing their natural history, the aquatic organisms will be returned alive to Onondaga Pool. Meet at the parking lot for Onondaga Trail on Sour Springs Road north of Roberts Road and south of Oak Orchard Creek.
 
Date and Time: Jun 28, 2026 at 10 am

Location: Onondaga Trail at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge on Sour Springs Road.

Accessibility & Things to know: Meet at the parking lot for Onondaga Trail on Sour Springs Road north of Roberts Road and south of Oak Orchard Creek. Participants should consider bringing water, wearing long pants and long sleeves, and bring insect repellent that may be needed for mosquitoes, deer and horse flies. Repellent recommended is one whose active ingredient is oil of lemon eucalyptus.

Sign Up: To RSVP or for questions and information, please email logan_sauer@fws.gov or call/text/leave a message at 612-759-8662.

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