Frogs and Toads of NYS
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 …
Friendship Bracelets
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
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 …
Family Hike at Big Bend
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 …
Big Bend “River Walk” Hike
Join an educator on this flat hike of about 6 miles at our beautiful new space with great birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the Hudson River. Better for ages 14+. Please dress appropriately for the weather with hiking shoes, plenty of water and a lunch or snack. We will meet at the park office and …
Kids Porcupine Adventure
Come along on the short (3/4 mile) and fairly steep hike to find some porcupine dens and see if we can spot one napping in the trees. This hike is not stroller friendly, but carriers are suggested for the smaller kids. We will meet at the office parking lot and then drive to the trail head together. Please dress for …
Hudson River Kayak
Join some educators to kayak on one of the most historic and biodiverse waterways in NY. We will meet at the Park Office and then convoy to Sherman Island boat launch. 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 …