Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
Slide into a world of icy experiments and winter “magic!” Join a park educator to explore simple, safe chemical reactions to make: fizzing “snow,” quick melting ice, and instant snow. This hands-on program teaches the science of reactions, freezing, and melting in a fun and interactive way. This is a free program for ages 6+. Please register in advance by …
Join a park educator on a convoy-style journey along the Hudson River to try to spot our local Bald Eagles. We will be getting in and out of vehicles at a few locations and, with a little luck, viewing the eagles through binoculars and a scope so make sure to bring your hat and gloves! If you have binoculars bring …
Join a park educator on this easy 1.5 mile hike on the Nature Trail. We will walk around the back pond and past the beaver lodge and over the bridge to make a nice loop. The trails can be icy so please wear the appropriate attire for the weather with water-resistant hiking shoes, microspikes, and trekking poles if you need …
Join an educator at the nature center to get started on your field journaling journey for 2026. We will supply journals that we can customize and decorate. We will learn about the importance of recording observations then practice our skills and go on a short walk if we are able. This is free and geared to ages 13+. Please reserve …
Join us for the first class in Moreau Lake State Park’s new Science Series for homeschool families. Discover how animals survive the cold season through hands-on learning and outdoor exploration. At 11:00am, students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will explore hibernation and brumation with fun activities and games that show how different species rest or …
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This is a beginner’s hike/wander series with not too much distance 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. Strollers will not …
Join us for a brand-new extension of our beloved Wiggly Wanderers program! Designed for preschoolers, this short, play-based class introduces little learners to how animals adapt in winter. Children will explore fur, feathers, and other adaptations through simple movement games, hands-on materials, and a brief outdoor peek at the winter world around them. This class gives young explorers their first …
This is a short hike off trail along the Hudson River. This hike is not stroller friendly but kids do enjoy it. The trails can be icy so please wear the appropriate attire for the weather with water-resistant hiking shoes, microspikes, and trekking poles if you need them. This is free and for all ages, registration is required by calling …
Join the monthly hiking series where we will explore the wide variety of trails at Moreau Lake State Park throughout the year! This month we will start at Lake Bonita and check on our Waterfall Trail’s waterfall. This hike is approximately 2.9 miles out and back with an elevation gain/loss of 297 feet. The trails can be icy so please …
Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetland Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view the beavers' dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live, love, and learn. This program is free and for people of all ages, but please be …
Join a park educator on this roughly 2 mile hike around the lake. This hike does have some steep spots and hills to climb. We will likely see some animal tracks and see signs of birds who do not migrate. The trails can be icy so please wear the appropriate attire for the weather with water-resistant hiking shoes, microspikes, and …
There is a story behind each animal at the nature center… come learn the stories and care requirements for each of our turtles. This program is appropriate for all ages and a tortoise will be available to meet and greet. No sign ups necessary for this program.