Retirement Hike: Wise Wanderers
2026-04-15 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-29 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Maybe you just retired, or have you been for years? This hike is meant to be a nice walk with other retirees who are interested in getting out of the house and stretching their legs. This walk will be about 2 miles on uneven surfaces, snow and ice. Trekking poles and micro-spikes are suggested; we have some spikes we can lend out. Please watch the weather and dress appropriately. The educator leading this hike is not retired, however she looks forward to it someday! Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Homeschool: Spring Pollinators
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will learn about pollinators and their role in ecosystems while creating bee-friendly crafts, such as seed paper or simple pollinator habitats. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Wiggly Wanderers; Growing Explorers
2026-04-17 11:00 - 12:30
Join us for a brand-new extension of our beloved Wiggly Wanderers program! Designed for preschoolers, this short, play-based class introduces little learners to how animals adapt in winter. Children will explore fur, feathers, and other adaptations through simple movement games, hands-on materials, and a brief outdoor peek at the winter world around them.
This class gives young explorers their first step into structured nature learning and connects directly to the New York State Explorers Club, encouraging continued discovery as they grow. This program is free for all ages. No registration necessary.

Youth Knitting Circle
2026-04-18 11:00 - 12:30
Join us at the Nature Center for a relaxed knitting circle for youth ages 6 and up. This informal, social gathering is perfect for participants who already know the basics of knitting and want time to work on their projects, share ideas, and connect with other kids who enjoy fiber arts. Participants should bring their own knitting needles, yarn, and current projects. Some limited materials may be available. This is a free program. No registration required.

Trail Steward Meeting
2026-04-19 09:00 - 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.

Help with Invasive Removal
2026-04-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-21 09:00 - 12:00
Come join park educators in learning about the impacts of invasive plant species and how you can volunteer to help remove them!
This will be a training day with a presentation and a work day, so please be prepared with comfortable work clothes and sturdy shoes. We can supply hand tools, work gloves, bug spray, and sun screen, but you are more than welcome to bring your own. We are so grateful for any help making a dent in the invasive species at Moreau Lake, please join us!
The program is for beginners through experts in field work and plant identification and is for ages 13+. Please call 518-793-0511 to register.

Meet a Tree
2026-04-20 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator on a walk to get acquainted with our trees! This will be a short start and stop hike for about an hour. If we have inclement weather, we can transition the program indoors. This program is free and for all ages. Please call ahead to register by calling 518-793-0511.

Mountain Bypass Loop Hike
2026-04-22 09:30 - 11:00
Join an educator on this moderate-hard hike up Baker trail to Mountain Bypass, Red Oak Ridge, Western ridge, and back to Baker trailhead with the option to check out Moreau Overlook! This hike is 3 miles with an elevation gain/loss of about 580 feet. This hike is free and for ages 13+. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Earth Day Trash Pickup
2026-04-22 14:00 - 16:00
Come join us this Earth Day for some spring cleaning at the park! We will supply gloves, bags, and trash pickers. This program is for all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Homeschool: Earth Day Celebration
2026-04-23 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will celebrate Earth Day with hands-on activities, create crafts using recycled materials, and learn how small actions can make a positive impact on the planet. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Homechool: Environmental Stewardship
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 5 to 8 (typically ages 10 to 14) will explore sustainability and water conservation, participate in a hands-on trash pickup, and discuss ways to protect and care for the environment. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Friends Member-Only Peeper Walk
2026-04-23 19:00 - 20:30
As a member of the Friends – you’re invited to participate in a members-only event on April 23 at 7:00pm – we will meet at the beach. This month it’s our annual Peeper Walk. Join other members for the walk to view and listen for these little creatures who are calling their mates as loud as they can! The walk will be lead by our experienced members who will provide insight to the peepers as well as talk about vernal ponds around the park. These shallow, woodland depressions are crucial for wildlife, acting as “fish-free” breeding grounds for amphibians like salamanders and frogs, as well as fairy shrimp. See if you can spot any of them….
If you are not a member and would like to participate – please CLICK HERE
The Friends are 100% volunteer and find great joy in sharing our love of the park and all of the natural life within it. So – sign up today and we’re sure you’ll enjoy the walk and talk!
Please CLICK HERE to RSVP – this is a free vent so come on out.

Fly Tying Class
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:30
Learn the art of fly tying in this hands-on class. Participants will be guided through the process of creating their own fishing fly while learning about the insects they imitate. This program is great for beginners and those interested in fishing or fly fishing. Materials will be provided in limited quantities. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 5.

Wildflower Walk
2026-04-26 09:00 - 11:00
Join an educator on a free hike to see if our spring wildflowers are blooming! This is free and for all ages. Meet at the park office and we will caravan to the trailhead. Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Big Bend Birding
2026-04-27 08:30 - 10:30
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 for about an hour and a half. Big Bend is a great place to bird from beginners to experts. This is free and geared toward ages 13+. We will meet at the park office and caravan to Big Bend. Please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Learn to Fish
2026-04-28 11:00 - 12:30
Learn the basics of spin fishing with a park educator in this beginner-friendly program. The program will start indoors with an introduction to fishing gear, bait and lures, simple knot tying, fish handling, and local fishing regulations. Then we will head outside to practice casting and, with a little luck, experience catch-and-release fishing. This program is open to all ages and is perfect for anyone curious about fishing, looking to build confidence, or simply wanting to spend time by the water trying something new. Please register in advance by calling the park office at 518-793-0511. A limited number of fishing rods will be available. Participants are welcome to bring their own equipment if they have it. This is a free program.

Homeschool: Wild About Wetlands
2026-04-30 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will explore wetland habitats, identify common plants and animals, and learn how these species are adapted to life in wet conditions. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Homeschool: Wetland Ecology
2026-04-30 14:00 - 16:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 5 to 8 (typically ages 10 to 14) will study wetland biodiversity, learn how wetlands filter water and support wildlife, and participate in hands-on activities that show the importance of wetland conservation. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

I Love My Park Day
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00
Parks & Trails New York and the Friends of Moreau Lake presents I Love My Park Day once again! Registration will begin at 10:00am. Please be prepared with comfortable clothing and water. Tools will be provided, but people are more than welcome to bring their own hand tools and gloves. Registration is online and begins early April on the Parks & Trails website: https://www.ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day/

Homeschool: Fish Friends
2026-05-07 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will explore local fish species and discover the unique adaptations that help them survive underwater, such as gills, fins, and camouflage. Participants will learn how fish interact with their environment and why they are important to a healthy aquatic ecosystem. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Homeschool: All about fish
2026-05-07 14:00 - 15:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 5-8th (typically ages 10 -13) will explore local fish species and discover the unique adaptations that help them survive underwater, such as gills, fins, and camouflage. Participants will learn how fish interact with their environment and why they are important to a healthy aquatic ecosystem. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Knitting Circle at the Park drop-in
2026-05-09 11:00 - 14:00
Bring your current project and enjoy a peaceful, social knitting circle in the Nature Center. This informal gathering is open to all skill levels and is a great opportunity to relax, share techniques, and connect with fellow knitters and fiber artists. As the weather warms, we may move outside to the beach to knit or crochet in the fresh air. Participants should bring their own knitting supplies and projects, limited supplies available. This is a free program. No registration required.

Needle Felting Garden Scenes
2026-05-10 11:00 - 14:00
Wellness Program! Join us at the nature center where we will create a flower garden in landscape format using wool roving and needle felting! Materials provided, ages 10+. Please call 518-793-0511 to register, limited to 10 people.

Poetry in the Park
2026-05-12 14:00 - 15:30
We will be reading and discussing poetry inspired by observations of the natural world, written by poets of varying backgrounds. We’ll explore our own relationships with poetry and literature, and how those can be informed by and grow with connection to nature. Bring your creative spirit, because we’ll be doing some writing of our own! This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511.

Retirement Walk for Wise Wanderers
2026-05-13 09:30 - 11:30
Wellness Program! Maybe you just retired, or have you been for years? This hike is meant to be a nice walk with other retirees who are interested in getting out of the house and stretching their legs. This walk will be about 2 miles on uneven surfaces, snow and ice. Trekking poles and micro-spikes are suggested; we have some spikes we can lend out. Please watch the weather and dress appropriately. The educator leading this hike is not retired, however she looks forward to it someday! Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Homeschool: Presentation Workshop
2026-05-14 11:00 - 12:30
Join an educator for Moreau Lake State Park’s Science Series, designed for homeschool families. Students in grades 1 to 4 (typically ages 6 to 9) will work on creating their own short presentations based on what they’ve learned throughout the series. Participants will choose a topic such as fish, habitats, or pond life and receive guidance on organizing ideas, practicing speaking skills, and building confidence while sharing knowledge about the natural world. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 per time slot.

Night in the Observatory
2026-05-14 20:30 - 21:30
Come to the beach to take a view of the dark sky with our telescope, where we have our volunteer astronomer teach us about the stars! If you have a telescope at home that you need help troubleshooting, the astronomer is welcoming people to bring there’s if they have any questions. Dress warm, we will try to have some fire rings near the telescope! This program is free and for all ages. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.

Birds for All: Birding for Invisible Illness Awareness
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00
Join an educator for a welcoming and accessible birding program at Moreau Lake State Park in recognition of International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases. This program is open to all ages and abilities, with a focus on creating an inclusive outdoor experience for individuals living with chronic and invisible illnesses.
This program will take place along the beach area near the Nature Center, with a paved path leading to park benches for bird observation, as well as access to a pavilion if we choose to move locations. Designed to be relaxed and flexible, this experience encourages participants to enjoy the outdoors in a way that feels comfortable for them. This is a free program. Please register in advance by calling (518) 793-0511. Limit 25 participants.
