Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
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 celebrate Earth Day with hands-on activities, create crafts using recycled materials, and learn how small actions can make a positive impact on the planet. This is a free program. Please register in advance by …
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 sustainability and water conservation, participate in a hands-on trash pickup, and discuss ways to protect and care for the environment. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. …
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 …
Learn the art of fly tying in this hands-on class. Participants will be guided through the process of creating their own fishing fly while learning about the insects they imitate. This program is great for beginners and those interested in fishing or fly fishing. Materials will be provided in limited quantities. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit …
Join an educator on a free hike to see if our spring wildflowers are blooming! This is free and for all ages. Meet at the park office and we will caravan to the trailhead. Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will check out what birds are around this time of year at Big Bend. This will be a short start-and-stop hike for about an hour and a half. Big Bend is a great place to bird from beginners to experts. This is free and geared toward ages 13+. We will meet …
Learn the basics of spin fishing with a park educator in this beginner-friendly program. The program will start indoors with an introduction to fishing gear, bait and lures, simple knot tying, fish handling, and local fishing regulations. Then we will head outside to practice casting and, with a little luck, experience catch-and-release fishing. This program is open to all ages …
Maybe you just retired, or have you been for years? This hike is meant to be a nice walk with other retirees who are interested in getting out of the house and stretching their legs. This walk will be about 2 miles on uneven surfaces, snow and ice. Trekking poles and micro-spikes are suggested; we have some spikes we can …
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 wetland habitats, identify common plants and animals, and learn how these species are adapted to life in wet conditions. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit …
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 study wetland biodiversity, learn how wetlands filter water and support wildlife, and participate in hands-on activities that show the importance of wetland conservation. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling …
Parks & Trails New York and the Friends of Moreau Lake presents I Love My Park Day once again! Registration will begin at 10:00am. Please be prepared with comfortable clothing and water. Tools will be provided, but people are more than welcome to bring their own hand tools and gloves. Registration is online and begins early April on the Parks …