Friends of Moreau Lake State Park, Inc.

Nature Center Open
2024-08-10 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-09 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-08 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-06 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-05 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-04 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-02 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) and 9 more dates

Perseid Meteor Shower Hour
2024-08-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-07 13:00 - 14:00
The Perseid (Per-see-id) meteor shower is going to be a very cool thing to see in the night sky between July and August because it will be very bright and visible to us on Earth. In 2024 the Perseid meteor shower is active between July 17th and August 24th. The shower will peak August 11th-13th.
We are bringing in our volunteer astronomer to talk more about the wonders of meteors and comets and tell you when and how to look for the Perseid Meteor Shower on your own.
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.

Big Bend Birding, 8:30am and 10:15am
2024-08-07 08:30 - 12:00
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. Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will go out to check out the wide variety of 100 species of birds that we have identified at our new land.
8:30am for ages 13+ we will get into identifying birds.
10:15- Ages 6-12 we will talk about distinguishing birds from their colors and where they are usually found in their environment.
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.

Moreau Lake Kayak
2024-08-06 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-07-27 09:00 - 11:00
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.

iNaturalist Tutorial
2024-08-05 10:00 - 11:00
iNaturalist, do YOU naturalist? Join an educator at the nature center for a lesson on how to set up and use an iNaturalist account, followed by a brief walk to test our your skills and kick-start your new account.
iNaturalist is a community science app for those who have a love for the outdoors. Users photograph, identify, and learn about the life around them. Observations are reviewed to ensure accuracy in IDs so that they can be used in scientific research characterizing migration/seasonal patterns and ecology on a large scale. Geared for ages 14+. Class is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). 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.

100 Boat Float
2024-08-04 09:00 - 11:00
Join us for our centennial boat float! *We are trying to get 100 boats on the lake by 10:00am for an airial photo to celebrate 100 years of parks. *
Bring your own kayak, canoe, or paddleboard to Moreau Lake Sunday August 4th at 9:00am to start launching **No Motor Boats Allowed**.
Please register on the Friends of Moreau Lake Website: https://friendsofmoreaulake.org/2024/07/23/centennial-boat-float-aug-4-100-boats-to-float/
Park entry fees still apply.

Trail Work Wednesday
2024-07-31 10:00 - 12:00
Calling all trail steward volunteers or lovers of trails to help do some light trail work on one of our trails for a couple hours or as long as you would like. You will be led and taught skills by one of our staff where we will be using loppers, hand saws and clearing any trash we come across. Please bring water, wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty, closed toed shoes/hiking shoes, eye protection, and work gloves if you have them. We will supply tools and garbage bags. Please call to register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Kid's Potter's Point Hike
2024-07-31 09:30 - 11:00
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.

Moth Week Celebration
2024-07-28 10:00 - 11:30
Join an educator at the nature center to observe, survey and learn about the moths of MLSP! We are celebrating National Moth Week by identifying moths, instructing you on how to make your own safe DIY moth trap, and learning about the life activities and ecology of moths. Moth surveying and ID will take place at 10am outside the nature center, but you can stop by all day to learn about moths! Open to all ages with engaging activities for all. $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Hudson River Kayak
2024-07-25 09:30 - 11:30
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 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.

Fishing Frenzy
2024-07-23 11:00 - 12:30
Join an o-fish-ial educator to learn about the different types of fish in Moreau Lake State Park! We will also learn how to cast a line and play a fun game with fake fish. Geared toward ages 6+ (siblings welcome). $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Lake Bonita Hike
2024-07-22 10:00 - 12:30
Take a fun and somewhat challenging hike around Lake Bonita and enjoy the shade of a very full canopy of trees. There are some challenging water crossings, so some people feel best crossing these wet spots with trekking poles. Please wear supportive and waterproof footwear. We will meet at the office and convoy or carpool to the trailhead. The cost is $5 for adults, payable by cash or check at the office upon your 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.
