What is a rainbow? Why do they appear? How long do they stretch? (Spoiler: they don't actually have a length) Join a nature center employee to uncover the scientific secrets of rainbows! Open to all ages. Please reserve your spot in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
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Bring your binoculars and join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake and look for birds! 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. Please tell the toll booth operator that you … |
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Join the monthly hiking challenge where we will explore the wide variety of trails at Moreau Lake State Park, if you make it to all the hikes you will get a prize! This month we will be doing our new Spring Overlook Trail that is approximately 3.2 miles with an elevation gain/loss of about 690 feet. The trails will be … |
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Join a park educator and bug expert on a beginner hike and if the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Strawberry 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 … |
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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. Big Bend is a great place to bird from beginners to experts. This is free and geared toward … |
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Follow Moreau Lake State Park’s turtles down the road to Crandall library for a short talk on reptiles! This is free and for all ages. Please register with Crandall Library. |
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Join an educator on this flat hike with great birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the Hudson River. This walk is for all ages, so we will determine how far we will go when we get there (up to 3 miles). Please dress appropriately for the weather with hiking shoes, plenty of water and a snack. … |
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Let's give new purpose to an invasive plant! Join our nature center employees in a tutorial on weaving your own mini baskets. Geared toward ages 10+ and limited to 15 people. When you arrive, please tell the toll booth operator that you are there for a program. Please register in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511. |
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Come and accompany our educator in starting our monthly invasive pull. We will be learning about our park’s invasives and where the priority areas are. Then we will be pulling invasives so please be prepared with gloves and safety glasses if you have them, as well as clothes and boots that can get dirty. Free and geared toward ages 13+. … |
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Join us at the park for an illuminated walk down at the beach, the observatory will be open to look at the night sky. This event for all ages. No registration required. **We will have a rain date of Saturday, June 28th.** More information will be posted on our Facebook page in the future. https://www.facebook.com/MoreauLakeStatePark/ |
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Join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. You can bring your own kayak, or we have limited kayak rentals and life jackets available for free and are first come, first served. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need to borrow a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. Limited … |
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This is a nature-themed children’s story time where we’ll read fun, educational books that spark curiosity about the world around us. Designed for our younger friends, each session includes interactive reading with added facts and discussion from the educator. Stories will highlight wildlife, the seasons, conservation, and more, all geared towards inspiring young naturalists. If we are able, we can … |
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Join an Educator on a beginner 2.1 mile hike from Nature Trail to Mud Pond where we will see some beaver lodges, maybe some water fowl, and lots of Hemlock trees. Please wear the appropriate attire for the weather and water-resistant hiking shoes. Bring a snack and plenty of water. This is free and can be for all ages, but … |
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Start your day grounded and refreshed with a gentle stretching session in the natural beauty of Moreau Lake. Join an educator for a guided experience designed to awaken your body and calm your mind through breathwork, intentional movement, and quiet reflection. This program takes place outdoors, please bring a mat or towel and dress comfortably. This program is free and … |
