Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
Wiggly wanderers is a casual and fun program that is offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will be a beginner’s hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance …
A fun and creative way to celebrate earth day is to reduce, reuse and recycle. Please come to the nature center to work on a craft reusing commonly recycled items. This craft will be led by your imagination and artistic vision. We will provide the materials. If you have a vision but need something from your own recycling bin, please …
For Earth Day this year, consider helping the planet by joining the Friends of MLSP for a roadside trash clean up. Meet at the office at 1 p.m. NYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: Takin’ Out the Trash Pick up any litter at a state park for 30 minutes! https://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
Join an educator at the nature center to celebrate Earth Day with a “signs-of-spring” treasure hunt. This will include a walk around the nature center so bring weather appropriate clothes and shoes. We are encouraging homeschool groups to attend, but it is open to the public. Geared toward ages 6+, siblings welcome. The cost is $1 for children (cash or …
Join a ACA certified kayak instructor/educator on a peaceful afternoon paddle around Moreau Lake. We will cover some basic strokes and safety before getting out on the water which will be great for beginners as well as seasoned kayakers. Limited rentals are available or bring your own kayak. The cost is $5 or $15 including kayak rental. Check in and …
This moderate loop of around 2 miles follows Cottage Park to Western Ridge, back to Cottage Park. Check in at the office, we will convoy to the trailhead. The cost for the hike is $5 (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511. NYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: Take a Hike! Find a …
Join an educator at the nature center to plan for the upcoming summer hiking season. Learn how to plan and prepare for hiking with a demonstration on what to put in your pack, first-aid basics, and leave no trace ethics. The cost is $5 per adult and $1 per child. NYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: Leave No Trace Learn the …
Join a Park Educator on a beginner hike around Moreau Lake. If the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the moon rising above the mountains! This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the office …
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan in the 1980’s, forest bathing is the ecotherapeutic practice of spending time immersed in nature, absorbing it with all of your senses. The physiological and psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with …