• Baker to Moreau Overlook Hike

    Join an educator on a moderate-hard 2.5 mile hike from Baker Trail to Moreau Overlook with a beautiful view of our lake from above. Please wear the appropriate attire for the weather with sunscreen, and water-resistant hiking shoes. We have micro spikes and snowshoes to borrow. Bring a snack and plenty of water. We will meet at the park office …

  • Eagle Watch

    Eagle Watch

    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 …

  • Full Moon Hike at Big Bend

    Join a park educator on a beginner hike and if the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Snow Moon” rising above the mountains! This hike is free and is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511 the earlier the better as this …

  • Homeschool: Animal Adaptations

    Join an educator at the Nature Center to about all the interesting ways animals have adapted physically or behaviorally to survive in their environment. This program is geared toward homeschool students ages 6-12 years old, but all are welcome. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

  • Luminary Walk

    Join us at the park for an illuminated walk down to the beach, the observatory will be open to look at the night sky and there will be a craft to make a heart lantern at the Warming Hut along with treats and hot chocolate, bring your own mug if you can! This is a free event for all ages. …

  • Therapy Dog at the Warming Hut

    Therapy Dog at the Warming Hut

    Stop by the warming hut to meet a volunteer therapy dog! Bryn is a 19-month-old dog who has been training to be a therapy dog since she was 4 months old. She has been helping people feel welcome all over Saratoga and Washington county and would love to see you too!

  • Nature Gratitude Journal

    Maintaining a grateful mindset promotes emotional strength and well-being, and luckily for us, this planet gives us plenty to appreciate! Come to the Nature Center to build your own journal, go for a guided nature-centric gratitude journaling session, and walk (weather permitting). This is a free program geared toward ages 13+ but all are welcome. Please register 24-hours in advance …

  • Kid’s Ice Fishing Clinic, Two Sessions

    Kid’s Ice Fishing Clinic, Two Sessions

    Come to the boat launch to learn how to ice fish, what kind of fish are in our lake and a little about ice safety. This program is free and weather permitting. There will be two separate sessions: 10am-12pm and 12pm-2pm with a limit of 25 kids per session. Call the park office to register 518-793-0511, space is limited!

  • Kid’s Ice Fishing Clinic, Two Sessions

    Kid’s Ice Fishing Clinic, Two Sessions

    Come to the boat launch to learn how to ice fish, what kind of fish are in our lake and a little about ice safety. This program is free and weather permitting. There will be two separate sessions: 10am-12pm and 12pm-2pm with a limit of 25 kids per session. Call the park office to register 518-793-0511, space is limited!