Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.
A 100% Volunteer Supported 501(c)(3)
A steeper more challenging hike on our beautiful Cottage Park trail to one of Western Ridge’s overlooks. This is an out-and-back hike that will be approximately 3.3 miles round-trip. Bring plenty of water, snacks, waterproof shoes, and appropriate clothing for the weather. We have snowshoes, trekking poles, and microspikes to rent at our park office. The cost for the hike …
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.
Join an educator in the nature center for a quick history of making maple syrup, the process from beginning to end, and if you are able, come on a short walk to tap a tree! We are encouraging homeschool groups to attend, but it is open to the public. Geared toward ages 6+, siblings welcome. The cost is $5 for …
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.
Dark Sky games are a family friendly, fun way to enjoy the beach in a whole new way! Taking advantage of the dark skies of the new moon we’ll play Bat and Moth, test our ability to see colors and more. If it’s clear, the one and only Larry the Astronomer will open up our observatory so we can marvel …
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.
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 …
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.
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 …
This Johnny Appleseed Day join us for a beginner-level tree ID walk along our Nature Trail. We’ll also plant apple seeds that you can take home to grow your very own apple tree! This program is family friendly and good for all ages. The cost is $5/adults and $1/children (cash or check) Please reserve your spot in advance by calling …
Stop by the warming hut to well, warm up!! The Friends volunteer to staff it on weekends to provide hot chocolate and treats - they are also a wealth of information so stop in to say "Hi". It closes at 3pm.