Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
Family hikes are slower paced, easy-going walks intended to comfortably bring people together in nature. All ages and abilities are welcome to join in. The pace and path will be determined by the group at the time of the hike. At this time our trails are not able to accommodate strollers, however, we can stay to the roads making the …
Join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available, or bring your own kayak. This program is for people age 18 and older. 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, please …
Sunday, October 8th 1 p.m. Thanksgiving/Gratitude Walk To honor Indigenous People’s Day, join park educators on a beginner-rated walk. As we walk, we will discuss the Indigenous culture of giving thanks and learn about how being grateful and thankful can scientifically benefit our brains and bodies. This is a free program suitable for people of all ages. Registration is required …
Join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available, or bring your own kayak. This program is for people age 18 and older. 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, please …
Please join us for our monthly general membership board meeting. It is open to the public and is held the second Tuesday of every month at 7pm via ZOOM. The agenda is sent prior to the meeting to all members. If you would like to come to the meeting but are not a member, please email: [email protected] and we will …
Saturday, October 14th 9am-11am 25th Celebration of Junior Naturalist Program/Become a Jr Naturalist Earn a commemorative junior naturalist badge while enjoying the nature center, our resident animals and friendly fun staff. The program and badge highlight is salamanders, red efts and newts. Come learn about the life cycle of amphibians and play games to help us learn. This is a …
The new moon brings dark skies, perfect for stargazing. Join us on the beach as we explore the heavens through our observatory, guided by Larry the Astronomer. We’ll check out constellations, planets- even neighboring galaxies! The cost is $5 for adults and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot …
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 …
Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident turtles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles that cannot be released into the wild and are wonderful little educators. Learn about their exciting lives, what they like to eat, and what they use for shell-ter at the Nature Center. The cost is $5 per …
A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to newcomers. The duties of a trail steward include walking a particular Moreau Lake State Park trail to identify maintenance needs, cutting back branches with supplied loppers and hand saws, and hanging trail signs when necessary. This meeting will provide crucial information on what to look for on the trails and you …
Join an educator on a guided hike around the lovely Lake Bonita. This is a beginner hike with a few steep hills on a 1.7 mile loop. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon …
