Sunday, October 8th 1 p.m. Thanksgiving/Gratitude Walk To honor Indigenous People’s Day, join park educators on a beginner-rated walk. As we walk, we will discuss the Indigenous culture of giving thanks and learn about how being grateful and thankful can scientifically benefit our brains and bodies. This is a free program suitable for people of all ages. Registration is required …

Saturday, October 14th 9am-11am 25th Celebration of Junior Naturalist Program/Become a Jr Naturalist Earn a commemorative junior naturalist badge while enjoying the nature center, our resident animals and friendly fun staff. The program and badge highlight is salamanders, red efts and newts. Come learn about the life cycle of amphibians and play games to help us learn. This is a …

The new moon brings dark skies, perfect for stargazing. Join us on the beach as we explore the heavens through our observatory, guided by Larry the Astronomer. We’ll check out constellations, planets- even neighboring galaxies! The cost is $5 for adults and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot …

Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident turtles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles that cannot be released into the wild and are wonderful little educators. Learn about their exciting lives, what they like to eat, and what they use for shell-ter at the Nature Center. The cost is $5 per …

A meeting to introduce the trail steward program to newcomers. The duties of a trail steward include walking a particular Moreau Lake State Park trail to identify maintenance needs, cutting back branches with supplied loppers and hand saws, and hanging trail signs when necessary. This meeting will provide crucial information on what to look for on the trails and you …

Join an educator on a guided hike around the lovely Lake Bonita. This is a beginner hike with a few steep hills on a 1.7 mile loop. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon …

Join an educator on a short walk around the nature center to explore the wonder and importance of our native insects. Geared toward elementary children, 6-12 years old, (homeschooler and siblings welcome). We will be collecting bugs, looking closely at them, and talking about their role in the ecosystem. It is not mandatory, but feel free to bring your own …

This is a guided, beginner hike on a lesser known trail along the Hudson River with the added interest of logging history and old foundations. Meet at the office and convoy or carpool to the trailhead. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon …

This is a very family friendly, not scary, leisurely stroll on our trails. Costumes are very welcome. This walk is not stroller navigable, so bring a carrier for the littles ones! Please go to the Friends Of Moreau Lake State Park webpage for more information.

Join a Park Educator on a beginner hike around Moreau Lake. If the clouds cooperate we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the moon rising above the mountains! This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance- the earlier the better as this …

Join an educator on a guided hike up to the Moreau Overlook. This is a moderate hike of about 1 mile each way. From the overlook you can see for miles including Moreau Lake and the mountains of Vermont. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5, payable by cash or check at the office …