Forming part of the Oswego State University, the Rice Creek Field Station revolves around all aspects of natural history, including natural science and environmental studies. The field station is open all year round and there is always something of interest to attract visitors, who are welcome to visit free of charge. Just a few of the interesting attractions include their herb garden and indoor natural history displays as well as their four trails which are suitable for walking/hiking, snow shoeing, cross country skiing or biking (cycles restricted to the Orange Trail). The field station gardens attract a wide variety of butterflies, bugs and birds which you can observe from the patio.

Address: 193 Thompson Rd, Oswego, NY 13126, 315 312 6677

Visit the star-shaped Fort Ontario State Historic Site Lear about WWII history at the Safe Haven Museum Feel the rush at the Oswego Speedway Visit the Richardson-Bates House Museum Take a tour of The State University of New York Oswego Enjoy the views of the Oswego River Tour the H. Lee White Maritime Museum On a rainy day, visit the Oswego Public Library Enjoy farm-to-table food at La Parrilla Grill and Wine Bar Take the kids to GJP Italian Eatery Take the kids to Children’s Museum of Oswego (CMOO) Connect with nature at the Rice Creek Field Station

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