Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live, love and learn. This program is for people of all ages, it’s an easy-moderate hike of …
We will spend the day in the nature center talking about the eclipse and making viewing “cameras” out of cereal boxes as well as making a simple craft to help understand what is happening during the eclipse on April 7th. Anyone who wants to join is welcome, please bring a cereal or cracker shaped box to make into your own …
Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident reptiles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles and two snakes 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 …
This less-traveled trail is a little over 3 miles and rated as easy. Situated across the river from us, with historical interest including an old foundation, this trail is a must-do. Check in at the office, we will convoy to the trailhead. The cost for the hike is $5 (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling …
The Treasure Hunt is a Friend's hosted self guided activity. The goal is for participants to focus on the natural world around them. The players receive a list of things to look for as they walk along. They don’t need to bring anything back , just check things off. They may note where they saw something and/ or some information …
This program is geared toward younger children to learn the basics of size, color, behavior and vocalization of common birds. The program fee is $1 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
April is Earth Month, celebrate with us at MLSP! We’ll have 3 experiments- Storm Runoff, Oil Spill Clean-up, and Slime Making. Dress for mess! The cost is $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. Reserve your spot in advance by calling 518-793-0511. NYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: Nature Center Knowledge Attend a nature …
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 an educator at the nature center where we will be creating nature-inspired symmetrical mandalas and asymmetrical Zen tangles out of paper. This is fun for all ages and is a drop-in activity, so no registration required. NYS Parks Centennial Challenge missions: Nature Center Knowledge Attend a nature center program. Engage in Education Attend an environmental education program at a …