• Homeschool: Tiny Pond Hike

    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 …

  • Homeschool: Microscope Mastery

    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

    Wiggly Wanderers

    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 …

  • Lantern Making

    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.

  • Knitting Circle Drop In

    Knitting Circle Drop In

    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. …

  • All About Eggs

    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.

  • Beginner Field Journaling

    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 …

  • Build a Habitat for your Stuffie

    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 …

  • Homeschool: Power Plant

    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 explore how plants grow and make their own food through photosynthesis with hands-on experiments, such as observing how leaves respond to sunlight, testing how water moves through plants with colored water, and exploring what …

  • Homeschool: Cell Biology

    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 cell structure and function, compare plant and animal cells, and learn how each part of the cell works together to support life. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling …

  • Wiggly Wanderers

    Wiggly Wanderers

    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 …

  • Knitting Circle Drop In

    Knitting Circle Drop In

    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. …