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SUMMARY:The Buzz on Bugs
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator and an entomologist in exploring bug specimens that we collected from the night before. This program is for all ages\,$5 per adult and $1 per child. Registration is required\, please call the office 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/the-buzz-on-bugs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240428T141229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T141229Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Pop-Up Butterflies and Moths
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator at the nature center to talk about the life cycles of butterflies and moths\, why they’re important\, and how they use their camouflage to stay safe. We will then use cut-outs of butterflies and color them to camouflage them around the nature center or outside! Geared toward ages 6+\, siblings welcome. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check). Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/homeschool-pop-up-butterflies-and-moths/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T142302Z
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SUMMARY:Beaver Walk
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live\, love and learn. This program is for people of all ages\, it’s an easy-moderate hike of about 2.5 miles. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green: Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/beaver-walk/2024-05-07/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240428T140931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140931Z
UID:10009903-1714989600-1714996800@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Shapes and Colors Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator on a fun and easy hike to look for shapes and colors in nature. We’ll talk about what we see and where we found it with the opportunity to write things down if they can. Geared toward 2-7 year olds\, but everyone is welcome! The cost is $1 for children (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/shapes-and-colors-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240227T133724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140846Z
UID:10009902-1714903200-1714910400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Trail Steward Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to newcomers. The duties of a trail steward include walking the trails of Moreau Lake State Park to identify and report maintenance needs\, light trail maintenance including cutting back branches with supplied hand saws and loppers and hanging trail signs when necessary. This meeting will provide crucial information on what to look for on the trails. Established trail stewards are welcome to come\, but it is not mandatory. This meeting is free. For any questions call 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/trail-steward-meeting/2024-05-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240428T140742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140742Z
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SUMMARY:I Love My Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Parks & Trails New York – and thousands of volunteers across the state – on Saturday\, May 4 in celebrating and enhancing New York’s parks\, historic sites\, greenway trails and other public lands. \nI Love My Park Day–the largest single-day volunteer event in NYS–presents a perfect opportunity to clean up our favorite parks and shorelines\, plant trees and gardens\, restore trails and wildlife habitat\, remove invasive species\, and work on various site improvement projects–all which help to prepare our iconic state park system and public lands for the start of the season. \nRegister HERE \nDownload FLYER HERE
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/i-love-my-park-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240428T140417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140417Z
UID:10009842-1714658400-1714665600@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:MLSP Kayak Program
DESCRIPTION:Join an ACA certified instructor on a very lovely and learner friendly paddle around Moreau Lake. This Kayak trip will not only allow for some beginner paddling with some tips and tricks you will also be on the water with one of the parks environmental educators. The educator will be sure to use all the teachable moments that mother nature offers to share some of the lesser-known secrets of Moreau lakes animal friends-. This program has limited spaces\, please call to reserve your spot by calling 518-793-0511. This program is $5 per person\, $15 per person needs to rent a kayak.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/mlsp-kayak-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240428T140336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140336Z
UID:10009841-1714644000-1714647600@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator at the nature center to play a matching game of whose nest belongs to who. From birds\, to mice\, to squirrels and even fish\, all sorts of animals make nests\, and we will try it out too! We are encouraging homeschool groups to attend\, but it is open to the public. Geared toward ages 6+\, siblings welcome. The cost is 1$ per child (cash or check). Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/homeschool-pop-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T184722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T184722Z
UID:10007775-1714471200-1714478400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Hiking Preparedness and Hike
DESCRIPTION: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.  If you are able\, we will then go on a hike around Mud Pond\, this is an easier hike around 2.5 miles in total please be prepared with appropriate clothes and boots. The cost is $5 per adult and $1 per child. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green: Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/hiking-preparedness-and-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240227T133724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T140846Z
UID:10007774-1714298400-1714303800@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Trail Steward Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to newcomers. The duties of a trail steward include walking the trails of Moreau Lake State Park to identify and report maintenance needs\, light trail maintenance including cutting back branches with supplied hand saws and loppers and hanging trail signs when necessary. This meeting will provide crucial information on what to look for on the trails. Established trail stewards are welcome to come\, but it is not mandatory. This meeting is free. For any questions call 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/trail-steward-meeting/2024-04-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T103000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20231223T141828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T184552Z
UID:10007773-1714293000-1714300200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Calling all beginner birders. Join us on a guided hike to search for birds! Feel free to bring binoculars. The hike will be a start and stop walk for less than two miles. Class fees waved with food donations. Please reserve your spot at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/beginner-bird-walk/2024-04-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T184452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T204045Z
UID:10007772-1714138200-1714145400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Tree I.D. Walk
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder about the names of the trees you walk by every day? This is the best time of the year to learn how to i.d. trees because if you can identify them by their bark will know them in any season! Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nNew York Native Identify a plant native to New York at a state park or historic site. \nTree I.D. Take a walk at a state park or historic sites and identify a tree native to New York State! \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/arbor-day-tree-i-d-walk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T190126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T190126Z
UID:10007776-1714050000-1714057200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting native trees at our park to celebrate Arbor Day. Please be prepared to get dirty and wear comfortable clothes and closed toed shoes. We will be digging holes to plant our saplings. The program is free\, but please reserve your spot by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/arbor-day-tree-planting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T142302Z
UID:10007771-1714039200-1714046400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Beaver Walk
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live\, love and learn. This program is for people of all ages\, it’s an easy-moderate hike of about 2.5 miles. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green: Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/beaver-walk/2024-04-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240415T132827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T132827Z
UID:10009801-1713954600-1713961800@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Friends Members Only Big Bend Hike
DESCRIPTION:The Friends have the opportunity for a preview of the new Big Bend property. Jen Selfridge\, NYS Parks Capital Region Restoration Ecologist\, has offered to lead us to the river on Wednesday April 24. We’ll meet at the park office at 10:30 and then head to the new property by carpool if there’s more of us than can fit in the parking area. The trail is 1.7 mi one way. Jen will be happy to tell us a thing or two about Big Bend while we walk 1.7 mi (one way). Bring snacks or lunch to enjoy down by the riverside.
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/friends-members-only-big-bend-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T163036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T163036Z
UID:10007739-1713949200-1713956400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION: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 long pauses to sit and enhance our awareness of our surroundings\, it is an approximately 2-hour program. A small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat. This program is limited to those age 14 and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge mission: \nFabulous Forests Try Forest bathing to decompress at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/forest-bathing-3868/2024-04-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T184227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T184227Z
UID:10007770-1713898800-1713904200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 upon your arrival. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511- the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly. \nThis program is part of NYS Parks Centennial Challenge: \nLook to the Stars Go stargazing at your local state park or historic site. \nDog Days Enjoy a walk with your leashed dog at a state park (where allowed). \nhttps://www.parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/full-moon-hike-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T184145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T184145Z
UID:10007769-1713893400-1713897000@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Hiking Preparedness
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nLeave No Trace Learn the seven Leave No Trace principles and apply them on your next visit to a state park or historic site. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/hiking-preparedness/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165834Z
UID:10007767-1713879000-1713886200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Cottage Park Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/cottage-park-hike-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T204007Z
UID:10007766-1713790800-1713798000@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Moreau Lake Kayak Trip
DESCRIPTION: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 pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance\, call 518-793-0511. \n  \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nSeasonal Beauty Visit the same place in a state park or historic for all four seasons of the year. \nGo Green: Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nNature Center Knowledge Attend a nature center program. \nEngage in Education Attend an environmental education program at a state park. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/moreau-lake-kayak-trip/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165705Z
UID:10007765-1713780000-1713787200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Pop-Up Earth Day
DESCRIPTION: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 check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nSeasonal Beauty Visit the same place in a state park or historic for all four seasons of the year. \nGo Green: Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nNature Center Knowledge Attend a nature center program. \nEngage in Education Attend an environmental education program at a state park. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/homeschool-pop-up-earth-day/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165616Z
UID:10007764-1713704400-1713711600@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:The Friend's Earth Day Road Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTakin’ Out the Trash Pick up any litter at a state park for 30 minutes! \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/the-friends-earth-day-road-clean-up/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165526Z
UID:10007763-1713610800-1713618000@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Recycle Craft
DESCRIPTION: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 feel to bring it along.  This program is free and does not require sign ups. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nNature Center Knowledge Attend a nature center program. \nEngage in Education Attend an environmental education program at a state park. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/earth-day-recycle-craft/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165444Z
UID:10007762-1713430800-1713441600@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Western Ridge to Eastern Ridge Loop Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator this National Exercise Day on a hike.  A more difficult hike of 6 miles from Western Ridge\, to Ridge Run\, to Eastern Ridge with viewpoints along the Western Ridge Trail. Bring a lunch or snack\, plenty of water\, waterproof shoes\, and appropriate clothing for the weather. The cost for the hike is $5 (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/western-ridge-to-eastern-ridge-loop-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165401Z
UID:10007761-1713344400-1713355200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Baker Trail to Overlook Hike
DESCRIPTION:At just over 2 miles this is a moderate hike to the Moreau Overlook and back. Witness the change in flora is we increase in elevation. 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. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nTake a Hike! Find a hike at a state park near you. \nGo Green Bring your re-usable water bottle on a hike or walk at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/baker-trail-to-overlook-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165318Z
UID:10007760-1713267000-1713272400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Tree I.D. Walk
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder about the names of the trees you walk by every day? This is the best time of the year to learn how to i.d. trees because if you can identify them by their bark will know them in any season! Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nNew York Native Identify a plant native to New York at a state park or historic site. \nTree I.D. Take a walk at a state park or historic sites and identify a tree native to New York State! \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/tree-i-d-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T120000
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UID:10007759-1713261600-1713268800@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Planting for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Become a Guerilla Gardener! Learn what to plant (and what not to) to improve declining pollinator populations. Make seed bombs to increase habitat and food sources for our insect allies. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nNature Center Knowledge Attend a nature center program. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/planting-for-pollinators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165147Z
UID:10007758-1713178800-1713184200@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journals
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator for World Art Day in making your own nature journal. Nature journals are a great way to write down your discoveries and engage in the world around you. If you are able\, we will go on a short walk to get a start on those journals. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nArt in the Park Sketch a wildflower or wildlife you see at a state park or historic site. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/nature-journals/2024-04-15/2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T163036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T163036Z
UID:10007738-1713171600-1713178800@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION: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 long pauses to sit and enhance our awareness of our surroundings\, it is an approximately 2-hour program. A small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat. This program is limited to those age 14 and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge mission: \nFabulous Forests Try Forest bathing to decompress at one of our state parks or historic sites. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/forest-bathing-3868/2024-04-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T164314
CREATED:20240320T165147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T165147Z
UID:10007757-1713168000-1713200400@friendsofmoreaulake.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journals
DESCRIPTION:Join an educator for World Art Day in making your own nature journal. Nature journals are a great way to write down your discoveries and engage in the world around you. If you are able\, we will go on a short walk to get a start on those journals. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. \nNYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: \nArt in the Park Sketch a wildflower or wildlife you see at a state park or historic site. \nhttps://parks.ny.gov/100/challenge/
URL:https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/event/nature-journals/2024-04-15/1/
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