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Discover Cayuga Lake

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We aim to engage students, residents, and visitors in learning about the ecology and history of the Finger Lakes and to inspire people to conserve these healthy environments through educational and recreational programming.

08/07/2026

One perfect summer day.

Browse the Ithaca Farmers Market, cruise Cayuga Lake, and make memories along the way.

After spending the morning exploring local vendors, fresh produce, handmade goods, and waterfront views, continue your adventure aboard one of our narrated lake cruises. Every great market day deserves an even better ending.

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08/06/2026

Sunset Cruise Happening Tonight! 7-8:30pm
The rain should pass and it’s bound to be beautiful out there. Spots still left. Book Now so we know to expect you. You can byob and snacks while you wonder on the water!

08/05/2026

The best views in the Finger Lakes don't always happen during the day.

Trade busy evenings for peaceful waters, colorful sunsets, and skies filled with stars. Whether you're planning a date night, celebrating with family, or simply looking to unwind, our Night Sky Cruises are one of the most unforgettable ways to experience Cayuga Lake.

Night Sky Cruises run every Friday through September.
Perseid Meteor Shower Cruises:

-Friday, August 7
-Wednesday, August 12
9:30–11:00 PM

Reserve your seats before these special cruises sell out.

07/31/2026

Meet WIP intern Daisy Solis at Discover Cayuga Lake! 📱 🌊

Throughout the summer, Daisy has led the creation of the WIP Internviews series, highlighting the inspiring work of interns from organizations across the Cayuga Lake watershed. From filming and editing each video to sharing every intern’s story, the series helps the community learn more about the organizations participating in the Watershed Internship Program and the impact these interns are making.

Discover Cayuga Lake is proud to host the Watershed Internship Program, bringing together interns from organizations throughout the Cayuga Lake watershed to collaborate, learn from one another, and explore the environmental, social, and cultural connections that support a healthy watershed.

Thank you for following along with our WIP Internviews series! We hope you’ll join us at the Watershed Internship Program Symposium on August 10 to celebrate the interns’ accomplishments and learn more about the projects they’ve been working on throughout the summer.

07/31/2026

Special cruises for residents of the Cayuga Lake Watershed! They are free or reduced price but we need your support more than ever. Please donate generously when you reserve your spot to help us pay our staff and interns and keep offering these cruises for yoi!

07/31/2026

We’re back in business!

07/31/2026

🌎✈️ You’re invited!

Join us for the 2026 Watershed Internship Program (WIP) Celebration & Symposium as our interns share what they’ve learned this summer and showcase the projects they’ve been working on across the Cayuga Lake watershed.

This year’s theme, “A Passport to a Sustainable Watershed,” invites you to explore what a sustainable watershed looks like and how each of us can help protect Cayuga Lake for future generations.

📅 Monday, August 10
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Cayuga Nature Center
Address: 1420 Taughannock Blvd
Ithaca, NY 14850

Enjoy food, beverages, interactive activities, and the opportunity to connect with interns, community members, and organizations working throughout the watershed.

Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 5 to [email protected]. Feel free to invite friends and family! ❤️

We hope to see you there!

07/30/2026

Meet WIP intern Simone LaPlante at Discover Cayuga Lake! 🚤💙

We caught up with Simone, our Family Eco-Cruises Coordinator, to learn more about her internship, the work she’s been doing, and how she’s helping connect local families to the wonders of Cayuga Lake through hands-on environmental education.

Discover Cayuga Lake hosts the Watershed Internship Program, bringing together interns from organizations across the Cayuga Lake watershed to explore the environmental, social, and cultural connections that support a sustainable watershed.

Stay tuned for the final episode of our WIP Internview series, where our host, Daisy, shares her experience as Discover Cayuga Lake’s Community Outreach and Marketing Assistant and reflects on the work of connecting the community to Cayuga Lake through outreach, storytelling, and marketing.

07/29/2026

Meet WIP intern Kelley Stuart at Paddle-N-More! 🛶

We stopped by to learn more about Kelley’s internship and how she leads Community Paddles, helping people explore Cayuga Lake while building a connection to the watershed through hands-on experiences on the water.

Paddle-N-More is one of the participating organizations in the Watershed Internship Program, hosted by Discover Cayuga Lake.

Stay tuned for our next WIP Internviews episode, where we’ll introduce you to our own WIP intern, Simone, Discover Cayuga Lake’s Family Eco-Cruises Coordinator, and learn more about the work she’s doing to connect local families with Cayuga Lake!

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1000 Allan H. Treman Marina Drive
Ithaca, NY
14850

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm