CAMPING AT THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK OCTOBER 2024

The MCA Environment Program is hosting an overnight camping trip to Thousand Island National Park! Akwesasronon youth (ages 10+) are invited to join us on October 21-22, 2024, for a weekend of adventure, including a scavenger hunt, fishing, and a chance to learn how to set a nightline! 🐟 Otentik accommodations and meals are provided! Got questions or want to […]

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REMEDIAL ACTION PLAN GATHERING

Join the MCA Environment Program on Thursday, October 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Akwesasne Housing Authority to share your thoughts on the Remedial Action Plan for the St. Lawrence River, developed in partnership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe.   We’ll be focusing on how we can collaborate to address the environmental issues affecting our waters. […]

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STURGEON RESTORATION PROJECT MEETING

Join us for a community meeting on the MCA Environment Program’s Sturgeon Restoration Project! We are seeking input from experienced sturgeon fishermen regarding the best areas to survey for habitat restoration.   Date: November 6, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM Location: Akwesasne Mohawk Housing Authority (378 NY-37 A, Akwesasne, NY)   Enjoy food and refreshments, plus honoraria for attendees for providing valuable feedback! […]

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COMPOSTING BASICS CLASS

Learn how to make your waste work for you at the MCA Environment Program’s upcoming composting workshop! When: Thursday, August 22 (4-6 p.m.)Where: SRMT Agricultural Farm (142 Blair Road, Bombay) Space is limited, email jayden.smoke@akwesasne.ca to secure a spot. Registration closes on Monday, August 19.  

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SNAPPING TURTLE RELEASE PARTY

The MCA Environment Program invites interested community members to join us for a Snapping Turtle Release Party! Come celebrate local conservation efforts as we release our turtle friends back into their natural habitat.   Date: Saturday, August 17Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   Please be punctual, as the turtles will be released promptly at 11:00 a.m. The event will […]

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E-WASTE DRIVE

The MCA Environment Program is hosting an e-waste collection drive from August 5-16, 2024! Accepted items:• Computer monitors• Printers• Televisions• Keyboards• Cameras• Laptops• Car batteries E-waste items can be dropped off at the Environment Program office, located at CIA #3 on Kawehno:ke. If you have any questions, please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1048 or email jayden.smoke@akwesasne.ca.  

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TEA-OLOGY: EXPLORING THE PERFECT BREW

Discover the art of tea-making with our new series, Tea-ology: Exploring the Perfect Brew! 🌿   Join the MCA Environment Program for the first session on Thursday, August 1 at Tsiionkwanatiio, starting at 4:30 p.m. Space is limited, email tsiakoseriio@akwesasne.ca to reserve your spot today.   In this session, Jessica Shenandoah will guide us through the medicinal benefits of various […]

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