Full Moon Kayak
2024-08-18 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Join a park educator on a leisurely paddle around Moreau Lake. If the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Sturgeon” moon rising above the mountains! This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511- the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly.

Baker to Moreau Overlook
2024-08-19 09:30 - 11:30
Join an educator on a moderate 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- sunscreen, bug spray and water-resistant hiking shoes. Bring a snack and plenty of water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. This hike is for people 15+. The cost is $5 for adults (cash or check). Park tollbooth fees are waived in lieu of program fees, be sure to call 24-hours in advance to reserve your spot by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Nature Center Open
2024-08-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-22 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-23 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-24 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-25 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-27 10:00 - 15:00 and 4 more dates

Big Bend Plant ID Walk
2024-08-21 10:00 - 12:00
Join an educator on our new trails to seek out the variety of plants we have on our trails. We will also have a conversation and tutorial on how to use iNaturalist and other plant identifying apps. This will be a start and stop short walk. Geared toward ages 15+ but all are welcome.
We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead, tell the booth operator you are there for a guided hike at Big Bend. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Looking for Loons
2024-08-22 08:30 - 10:30
Join an educator on the beach to look and listen for our resident loon. The educator will share some facts but this class is meant to be peaceful and a quiet experience for those who choose to attend. Please bring binoculars and a chair or blanket to sit on. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Moreau Lake Kayak
2024-08-22 09:30 - 11:30
Join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Park tollbooth fees are waved in lieu of program fees, be sure to call 24-hours in advance to reserve your spot by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Moreau Lake Birding Kayak Trip
2024-08-24 09:00 - 11:00
Bring your binoculars and join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake and look for birds! Limited rentals are available or bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Park tollbooth fees are waved in lieu of program fees, be sure to call 24-hours in advance to reserve your spot by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Duck, Duck, Goose
2024-08-24 11:00 - 12:30
Join a nature center educator to learn about all of the ducks and geese you may see out and about in New York State waterbodies. We will talk about the 10 most common waterfowl in Saratoga County and how to identify the in the wild, waterfowl diets and behavior, and tips on supporting your local waterfowl. Open to all ages. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Aquatic Invasives
2024-08-25 14:00 - 16:30
Have you ever wondered what is so harmful about invasive plants and animals? Here we will explore just that question. Join a nature center educator for a crash course on what “invasive” means (not all non-native life is invasive), examples of invasive and introduced species, what “invasion” means for local ecosystems, and how to recognize aquatic invasives. This program is geared towards 12+. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Trail Steward Meeting
2024-08-25 15:00 - 16:30
A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to newcomers. The duties of a trail steward include walking the trails of Moreau Lake State Park to identify and report maintenance needs, light trail maintenance including cutting back branches with supplied hand saws and loppers and hanging trail signs when necessary. This meeting will provide crucial information on what to look for on the trails. Established trail stewards are welcome to come, but it is not mandatory. This meeting is free. ). Park tollbooth fees are waved in lieu of program fees, for questions call the office at 518-793-0511.

Reptile Profile
2024-08-26 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident reptiles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles and three 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. This program is for all ages. The cost is $5 for adults, $1 for children (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Park tollbooth fees are waived in lieu of program fees, be sure to call 24 hours in advance to reserve your spot by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Shapes and Colors Walk
2024-08-26 13:00 - 14:30
Join an educator on a fun and easy hike to look for shapes and colors in nature. We’ll talk about what we see and where we found it with the opportunity to write things down if they can. Geared toward 2-7 year olds, but everyone is welcome! The cost is $5 for adults and $1 for children (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Kids Potters Point Hike
2024-08-27 10:00 - 12:00
This hike will be slow and steady to let the kids explore and enjoy an off-trail hike at their own pace. We will walk roughly a mile and see the Hudson from another view point and perhaps throw some sticks in! This hike is NOT stroller friendly so if you have a younger sibling who wants to join, plan to carry them if they get tired. Bring water and snacks are more than welcome. This hike is $1 per kids. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Big Bend 5-mile hike
2024-08-28 09:30 - 13:00
Big Bend is an 860-acre addition to our park is now officially open to the public! The preserve features over 6 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, great birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the Hudson River. Join an educator on this flat hike of about 5 miles at our beautiful new space. Better for ages 14+. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead, tell the booth operator you are there for a guided hike at Big Bend. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Colors of Summer I-Spy Walk
2024-08-29 09:30 - 11:30
This program will consist of a short hike and color i-spy game. Children will be given some colors to look for in nature and we will share our findings with the group. This program is geared towards children who know their colors or are working hard to learn them. Siblings are welcome. This hike is $1 per kids. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Frogs and Toads of NYS
2024-08-30 11:00 - 12:30
Join a nature center educator to learn all about your local frogs and toads. We will talk about frog and toad diets, what different frogs do to adapt with changing seasons, the most common frogs and toads in our area (and how to ID them), and how you can help support your local little hoppers! Open to all ages. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. PLEASE RESERVE your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Friendship Bracelets
2024-08-31 11:00 - 13:00
Drop into the nature center to make friendship bracelets on this nice long weekend, we have plenty of floss in all different colors. You do not need to register for this, drop in any time, park fees apply ($8). For any questions call 518-793-0511.

Family Hike
2024-09-01 14:00 - 15:30
This is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a 1.5-mile loop hike around the back part of Moreau Lake. This is dog friendly for leashed and well-behaved dogs, but unfortunately not stroller friendly. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check). Please dress appropriately for the weather, hiking shoes, and water. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Family Hike at Big Bend
2024-09-02 10:00 - 12:00
This is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a couple mile out-and-back hike at the newly opened Big Bend Preserve. This is dog friendly for leashed and well-behaved dogs as well as stroller friendly, the path is loose dirt so plan accordingly. Please dress appropriately for the weather, hiking shoes, and water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
