Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
Join us at Big Bend property for an out and back hike down to the river in celebration of National Talk A Walk in the Park Day. We will enjoy this sunny trail and look for signs of spring and new growth popping up. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.
Drop in at the Nature Center to meet with an educator to learn all about the fun world of Maple syrup production. Discover how trees are tapped, sap is collected and boiled down into delicious maple syrup. This is a free outdoor program; please dress for the weather. No registration necessary. For all ages.
Peeeent peeeeent! In early spring woodcocks perform a beautiful sky dance and vocalize with kazoo-like calls. Come on a guided woodcock walk to see if we can hear these crazy birds at Big Bend again this year. Meet at the park office and we will caravan to the Big Bend Trailhead. Free and for ages 13+. Please reserve your spot …
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 5 to 8 (typically ages 10 to 14) will explore plant reproduction and pollinator roles in ecosystems, participate in interactive pollination simulations, and examine flower structures to learn why pollinators are essential. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling …
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will collect pond water samples and use microscopes to observe organisms such as protozoa, algae, and other microscopic life, learning how these tiny creatures support the larger ecosystem. This is a free program. Please register …
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 5 to 8 (typically ages 10 to 14) will practice using microscopes to observe and identify microorganisms from local samples, learning proper slide preparation, focus, and lighting techniques while exploring microscopic life. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling …
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 …
We will use phragmite to create simple tissue paper lanterns to decorate for the Holiday weekend. This program is free and for ages 8+ we will supply the materials, please call to register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Bring your current project and enjoy a peaceful, social knitting circle in the Nature Center. This informal gathering is open to all skill levels and is a great opportunity to relax, share techniques, and connect with fellow knitters and fiber artists. As the weather warms, we may move outside to the beach to knit or crochet in the fresh air. …
Join us at the nature center where we will investigate the world of egg laying animals also known as oviparous animals! This program is free and for all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Join an educator at the nature center to get started on your field journaling journey. We will supply journals, or we can handmake them. We will learn about the importance of recording observations, practice our skills, and go on a short walk if we are able. This is free and geared to ages 6+. Please reserve your spot in advance …
What do animals need to survive? Join us at the nature center to use household and craft supplies to make a habitat for your stuffed animal, making sure it has everything it needs to survive! You will have to bring your own stuffie and can bring items the animal might need from home, we will also have supplies. This program …