Get Outdoors and Get Together Day at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site on Saturday, June 8

People of all abilities, ages, identities, and backgrounds are invited to join Parks for fun, healthful activities as part of the Governor’s initiative to broaden the diversity of users and ensure inclusivity of access to state public lands.

Vehicle entrance fees will be waived at the participating parks for the duration of the event

“‘Get Outdoors & Get Together Day’ is an event for every New Yorker to participate in and enjoy,” Governor Hochul said. “We’ve prioritized accessibility in New York State and are proud that a diverse cross-section of people already visit our spectacular public lands and facilities. We want New Yorkers to know that no matter what their background or ability, New York State resources are shared by all.”

New York State Parks and the Department of Environmental Conservation, in partnership with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and the NYS Division of Veterans’ Services, will host free events to celebrate New York’s spectacular outdoor spaces in this inclusive one-day event. Get Outdoors & Get Together Day brings people of all abilities, ages, identities, and backgrounds together for fun, healthful activities as part of the Governor’ initiative to broaden the diversity of users and ensure inclusivity of access to state public lands.

Adaptive equipment will be available for select activities across participating sites. Please direct questions to individual participating sites for equipment availability and programs offered. All other accessibility-related inquiries should be directed to accessibility@parks.ny.gov.

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the Erie Canal as one of the 19th century’s greatest commercial and engineering projects. The Visitor Center exhibit traces the history of the Erie Canal and its impact on the growth of New York State and the nation.

Within the site’s boundaries are many structures dating from the three eras of the canal’s development. At the eastern end of the site is the Putman Lock Stand at Yankee Hill that houses an exhibit on Erie Canal stores. The site’s largest structure is the remains of the Schoharie Aqueduct, which carried the water of the Enlarged Erie Canal over the Schoharie Creek.

Schoharie Crossing is also the location of 18th century Fort Hunter and the Lower Castle Mohawk village. See artifacts from that portion of our history on display at the Visitor Center.

Stop into the Visitor Center to orient yourself to the site, check out the exhibit space and gift shop.