Lake Bonita to Lake Ann Hike
2025-11-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join an educator on an approximately 3 mile out and back hike from Lake Bonita to Lake Anne Lean-to. Bring a snack to take a break and eat at the lean-to! Class fees waived with food donations. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511.

Sensory Hours at the Nature Center
2025-11-13 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-20 08:00 - 10:00
We are introducing sensory friendly hours to the nature center; we will have low lighting, we will be turning off the aquatic bubblers and running water features, and we will limit access of the nature center to those who would like a quiet and comforting experience to enjoy our animals and nature-themed exhibits. Free and open to all ages, no registration required, just drop-in! Call 518-793-0511 with any questions or preferred accommodations.

How to use a microscope
2025-11-13 13:00 - 14:30
Step into the microscopic world! Join an educator at the Nature Center to learn how to properly use a microscope, prepare slides, and identify fascinating structures up close. This hands-on program is perfect for home school students and anyone curious about the unseen world around us. This program is free and for ages 13+. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Wiggly Wanderers
2025-11-14 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-11-21 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-11-28 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-12-05 09:30 - 10:30
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 work for these programs. We meet at the nature center parking lot. This program is free and does not require registration, please tell the toll booth operator that you are there for a program.

Animal Feeding Program
2025-11-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-22 09:00 - 10:00
Join an educator at the Nature Center to learn about how and what we feed our animal ambassadors! We have carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores! This is free and for all ages, no registration required.

Microbe Magic
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:30
Discover the fascinating world of fermentation! Join us for a fun exploration of the science behind fermentation and how microbes work their magic in foods like kimchi, kombucha, and sauerkraut. This program is tentative and may be rescheduled. Free and open to all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Tick Awareness
2025-11-16 10:00 - 15:00
It is tick season! Drop in to learn how to prevent ticks for you and your furry friends. Free and no registration required. Call 518-793-0511 for any questions.

Lake Bonita Hike
2025-11-17 09:00 - 11:00
Join an educator on a 1.89 mile hike with an elevation gain/loss of around 145 feet at Lake Bonita! The trails can be muddy so please wear the appropriate attire for the weather with water-resistant hiking shoes, and trekking poles if you need them. Bring a snack and plenty of water. As always, we will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. This is a free hike and for ages 13+. Please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Potter's Point
2025-11-18 12:30 - 14:00
This is a family friendly short hike (1 mile roughly) on a lesser-known piece of property at Moreau Lake State Park. We will wander through deer trails and some damp areas to get to a beautiful view of the Hudson River where we will stop for a snack and some water. This hike is not stroller friendly although fun for the whole family. Please wear appropriate clothing, footwear, bug spray, snacks and water. Spaces are limited for this hike, please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Homeschool Class: Turkeys
2025-11-20 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator at the Nature Center to learn all about turkeys! This program is free and geared toward homeschool students ages 6-12 years old, but all are welcome. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Trail Steward Meeting
2025-11-23 10:00 - 11:30
A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to people interested in volunteering! 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. For questions call the office at 518-793-0511.

Beaver Hike
2025-11-24 10:00 - 12:00
Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk and Mud Pond trails where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live, love, and learn. This program is free and for people of all ages, it’s an easy-moderate hike of about 2.5 miles. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Gratitude Walk
2025-11-25 10:00 - 12:00
Come to Moreau for a guided Nature Walk. As we go, we’ll pay particular attention to the beauty and peace of our natural surroundings and focus on our gratitude for being here to appreciate it. This is a beginner-rated walk for an hour on the Nature Trail, suitable for all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Cornhusk Doll Workshop
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:30
Step back in time and create your very own traditional cornhusk doll! Learn about the cultural history behind these dolls and their connection to harvest traditions. All materials will be provided. This program is free and for ages 6+, but all are welcome. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Please note: Cornhusk doll making has deep Indigenous roots. This program is not a traditional cultural workshop, but an educational activity inspired by historical practices.

Kid's Turkey Craft Drop-In
2025-11-26 12:00 - 14:00
Come to the nature center to work on a fun turkey craft that will be sure to make any centerpiece or mantle look more adorable this fall season. We will be using markers, scissors, and glue to create a sweet little take home. We will talk about the importance of gratitude and how wildlife prepares for winter. This program is a free drop-in and fun for all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Friend's Wreath Making
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-29 13:00 - 15:00
The annual wreath making with the Friends of Moreau Lake State Park is finally here! This program is $20 per person. There are limited spots available with two sessions – Please register in advance. Registration will be open on November 15 at www.friendsofmoreaulake.org.

Reduce Holiday Spending
2025-11-30 10:00 - 15:00
Drop in to the nature center to find ideas and resources for cutting holiday spending costs and toll on the environment, like spending more time with friends and family! We are also welcoming everyone to come help us decorate the nature center for the holidays! This program does not require registration.

Beginner Birding
2025-12-01 08:30 - 10:00
Calling all beginner birders! 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. We will meet at the park office and caravan to Big Bend. This is free and geared toward ages 13+. Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Mud Pond Hike
2025-12-02 09:00 - 11:00
Start December off right with this easy hike. We will start at the nature center and take the nature trail out to Mud Pond trail and loop around to the wetland area and visit a beaver lodge on our way back to the nature center. This hike will be about 3 miles. Please sign up in advance and wear appropriate hiking attire. Call 518-793-0511 to reserve your spot.

Meet our animal Ambassadors
2025-12-02 14:00 - 15:00
Join an educator to take a tour of our nature center and get to know our animal ambassadors! We will discuss each animal and the story of how they came to us, why we have them, their current needs, and talk about their very specific personalities and behaviors. We have turtles, snakes, and owls, oh my! Please come on time and plan on staying for the duration of the program. Free and for all ages, please sign up by calling 518-793-0511.

Wrapping Paper Collage
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:30
Join a park educator to learn how to recycle and reuse wrapping paper while making colorful collages, gift tags, or decorations. This program is a hands-on way to explore creativity and sustainability. Program is free and for all ages. No registration Required.

Full Moon Hike
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00
Join a park educator on a beginner hike and if the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Cold Moon” rising above the mountains! This hike is free, is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. This hike will not go the full 3.5 miles, we will be going closer to 2.5 miles on flat terrain. Wear the appropriate clothing for the weather. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511 the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly.

Homeschool: Take A Hike
2025-12-04 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator on a Nature Walk where we will talk about winter hiking safety, leave no trace, our park’s resident beavers, the migrating birds, and various tracks we will most likely see. Please dress appropriately for the weather with warm clothes and hiking shoes. If it rains, we will have an indoor program about beavers. This hike will be a 1.5 mile hike around the back pond, not stroller friendly. This is geared toward homeschool students ages 6+ but all are welcome. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Winterize Your Boots
2025-12-05 11:00 - 14:00
Drop by the Nature Center from 11-2 to learn about conditioning, preparing, and storing boots for winter. Free and for all ages, no registration required.
