Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
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 …
Before we are all expected to hit the books and get back to school and work come to the Nature Center and kids (under 13) can borrow a pole and try their hand at some fishing fun. This is a drop in event so please come and try for 5 minutes or 2 hours. We will supply poles, a little …
Geared toward children aged 2-5, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature. We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks, shells, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the weather. …
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 …
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan in the 1980’s, forest bathing is the eco therapeutic practice of spending time immersed in nature, absorbing it with all your senses. The physiological and psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with …
This is a steep hike with a beautiful overlook! This hike is roughly a mile up and a mile back down. We will snack at the top and take a water break and photo break. Please wear appropriate hiking boots and clothing for the weather. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is …
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will be a beginner’s hike/wander series 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. We will not plan too much distance …
Join a Nature Center educator for a celebration of loons! Learn about their habitat, diet, calls migration patterns and other special behaviors through a combination of hands-on activities and facts from the educator. Open to all ages! Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at …