# Event Details - **Event Name**: Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join Rice Creek Field Station and Rice Creek Associates in celebrating the opening of the new Purple Accessible Trail! Designed to promote inclusive access to nature, this 0.6-mile trail features gentle slopes and stable, flat surfaces of packed stone dust and boardwalks. Meeting U.S. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines, the Purple Trail is suitable for many people who use wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers, and provides an enhanced experience for everyone. Event Schedule 3 p.m. - Brief remarks from SUNY Oswego staff, Rice Creek Associates, and SUNY Oswego students 3:25 p.m. (approximately) - Ribbon cutting 3:30–5 p.m. - Guided and unguided trail experiences, live music (Rose and the Amateurs), light refreshments, and a make-and-take craft Trail Attractions Attendees can enjoy several attractions along the Purple Trail: - Read a picture book as you enjoy the trail—thanks to Oswego Public Library's new Story Walk installation. Join Cathryn McVearry, Children's Librarian, for a guided experience at 4 p.m. or enjoy on your own! - Learn about amphibians and reptiles that call Rice Creek home through signs spaced along the trail, designed by SUNY Oswego student Julia Ryan. - Participate in a guided trail experience focusing on multiple senses, led by one of Rice Creek's naturalists. Parking and Transportation Limited free parking is available at the field station. Those with an accessible parking pass are encouraged to reserve a space by emailing rcfs@oswego.edu, so we can be sure to flag extra spaces as needed for this event. Because parking at Rice Creek Field Station is limited, those coming from campus are kindly asked to use the Centro Green Route bus if possible. Accessibility Rice Creek's main building and parking areas are ADA accessible. Those with an accessible parking pass are encouraged to reserve a space by emailing rcfs@oswego.edu, so we can ensure to flag extra spaces as needed for this event. The Purple Trail is built to Architectural Barriers Act/U.S. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines; please note that these are not the same as ADA guidelines (e.g., up to 12% slopes are allowed on trails, versus 8.3% for ADA ramps). Please reach out to us at rcfs@oswego.edu or (315) 312-6677 for questions or to inquire about accommodations. We would be happy to work with you. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oswego/accessible-trail-grand-opening-at-rice-creek/200029937448143 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, music, meetups, live-music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 28 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Oswego - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 193 Thompson Rd , Oswego, NY, United States, New York 13126 - **lat**: 43.42989 - **long**: -76.54268 - **full address**: 193 Thompson Rd , Oswego, NY, United States, New York 13126 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b41bc517f4e79466944f4bf0796bf5235a0cb9605e392c711cb0a5f00d31ff7f-rimg-w1200-h1600-dc757d8d-gmir?v=1776095082 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek being held? - **A:** Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek takes place on Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 193 Thompson Rd , Oswego, NY, United States, New York 13126. - **Q**: Who is organizing Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek? - **A:** Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek is organized by Rice Creek Field Station. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Accessible Trail Grand Opening at Rice Creek is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oswego, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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