Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1.

This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1.

This month we are trying something new and offering two Knee High classes at separate times! This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1.

This month we are trying something new and offering two Knee High classes at separate times! This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1.

Take a walk in the woods on this easily navigable and trail free parcel of the park. There will be beautiful views of the Hudson River and some neat natural wonders to explore. This is a flat, bushwhacking hike. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

Take a walk in the woods on this easily navigable and trail free parcel of the park. There will be beautiful views of the Hudson River and some neat natural wonders to explore. This is a flat, bushwhacking hike. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

Have you ever wanted to explore the park after dark? Now is your chance! Join us on a night-themed walk through the preserve and search for our nocturnal residents.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature as we set out on a sunset saunter to the waterfall of Knox. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Come celebrate Earth Day weekend at Minnewaska by hiking one of our favorite footpaths within the Park Preserve! Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for an adventurous eight-mile round trip hike to Gertrude's Nose, which offers one of the most expansive views in Minnewaska. Our route will follow a combination of carriage roads to reach the Gertrude's Nose Footpath, a cliff-edge trail offering magnificent views of the Hudson Valley. While this portion of the trail is less than three miles long, some participants may find it challenging, as it includes numerous rocky sections, a few rock scrambles and a few steep ascents and descents. All participants should come well prepared with appropriate footwear, food and water. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Meet at 10:30am, Saturdays in April, Glen Iris Front Proch (1.5 hours, < 1 mile). General nature walk around the grounds of the Glen Iris exploring its natural and human history.

Meet at 10:30am, Saturdays in April, Glen Iris Front Proch (1.5 hours, < 1 mile). General nature walk around the grounds of the Glen Iris exploring its natural and human history.

This hike is a pretty flat hike. We will start off on the nature trail and head out to Mud Pond. There we will see some beaver lodges and maybe some other fun wildlife. This hike is fairly easy, at about 2.5 miles round trip. Reservations are necessary with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

This hike is a pretty flat hike. We will start off on the nature trail and head out to Mud Pond. There we will see some beaver lodges and maybe some other fun wildlife. This hike is fairly easy, at about 2.5 miles round trip. Reservations are necessary with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a scenic two-and-a-half-mile hike in the Peter's Kill Area to reach two picturesque vistas. Our route will ascend a hill on the Bullwheel Footpath to reach the intersection with the High Peter's Kill Footpath. From this point, the hike will follow the trail a modest distance in each direction to reach gorgeous vistas of both the Clove Valley and the Rondout Valley from rocky cliff edge perches. Then, we'll continue to follow the High Peter's Kill Footpath to create a loop, passing along the edges of a rushing stream and up a hill through a quiet forest. Meet at the Peter's Kill Park Office. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, and Stefan Ramirez, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Educator for this five-mile hike along the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, Millbrook Mountain Carriage Road and Millbrook Mountain Footpath. The gorgeous views from the cliff on top of Millbrook Mountain include the Sky Top tower and the verdant Wallkill Valley below. Raptors are often seen soaring beneath the cliff. The footpath does feature a steep hill up and down, as well as a stream crossing and some potentially tricky footing. Participants should pack water and food and wear appropriate shoes. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

This moderate hike scales half-way up the Palmertown mountain range. Learn from the park naturalist how this trail got its name. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Rating: Moderate

This moderate hike scales half-way up the Palmertown mountain range. Learn from the park naturalist how this trail got its name. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Rating: Moderate

Join an educator on this long but beautiful hike. The first mile is a steep uphill, and then it flattens out but comes to another steep but short section, then leveling out again. This hike is about 3 miles with views of a variety of different tree landscapes. Reservations are required with 24 hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Advanced

Join an educator on this long but beautiful hike. The first mile is a steep uphill, and then it flattens out but comes to another steep but short section, then leveling out again. This hike is about 3 miles with views of a variety of different tree landscapes. Reservations are required with 24 hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Advanced

A park naturalist will lead this short easy hike around the back pond into the wetland area. This is a great habitat for birds, ducks and turtles so keep your eyes peeled. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

A park naturalist will lead this short easy hike around the back pond into the wetland area. This is a great habitat for birds, ducks and turtles so keep your eyes peeled. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Rating: Beginner

Join the activities at Letchworth State Park, as the Genesee State Park Region commemorates Arbor Day. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center at 10:00 am. The day begins with a Tree Program followed by a Tree Planting and Tree Walk .

Join the activities at Letchworth State Park, as the Genesee State Park Region commemorates Arbor Day. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center at 10:00 am. The day begins with a Tree Program followed by a Tree Planting and Tree Walk .

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight". Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Parade Grounds Parking Lot.

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight". Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Parade Grounds Parking Lot.

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the moonlit trails of the park. This is an excellent chance to get outside and enjoy the crisp spring air while discovering what creatures may be around this time of night!

Walk through the many habitats located right here at Long Island's largest State Park Preserve! Wander through wetlands, pine barrens and oak forests while searching for wildlife and observing native plants. We will hike approximately 6 miles to the pristine, beautiful, less traveled northern section of the preserve. Bring water and lunch.

On this leisurely but hilly 5-mile saunter, you will get an overview of nature in the field, forest, seashore, and pond.

Cabin Bank Woods- April 28th

Meet at 10:00am (3 hours, 1 mile). Explore the world of rotting logs and stumps to better appreciate the role of fungi in forest ecology. Learn to recognize which fungi rot which wood. Visit communities of lichens and mosses on the surface of bark. Three different woodlands will be searched. This is a continuation of a theme from three workshops held this past winter on fungi, lichens and mosses. Bring a lunch. Lower Falls Restaurant Parking Lot.

Enjoy the sudden burst of color that carpets the forest floor before the new leaves of summer take hold. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Cabin Bank Woods- April 28th

Meet at 10:00am (3 hours, 1 mile). Explore the world of rotting logs and stumps to better appreciate the role of fungi in forest ecology. Learn to recognize which fungi rot which wood. Visit communities of lichens and mosses on the surface of bark. Three different woodlands will be searched. This is a continuation of a theme from three workshops held this past winter on fungi, lichens and mosses. Bring a lunch. Lower Falls Restaurant Parking Lot.

Meet at 10:30am, Saturdays in April, Glen Iris Front Proch (1.5 hours, < 1 mile). General nature walk around the grounds of the Glen Iris exploring its natural and human history.

Meet at 10:30am, Saturdays in April, Glen Iris Front Proch (1.5 hours, < 1 mile). General nature walk around the grounds of the Glen Iris exploring its natural and human history.

Starting at the Sam's Point Visitor Center, we'll hike past the scenic vista at the Sam's Point Overlook and then make our way around Lake Maratanza. At Indian Rock, we'll enjoy beautiful views of the Catskill Mountains while we eat lunch. This nearly five mile hike traverses woods roads and a rocky footpath featuring a bog bridge. Most of the terrain is fairly level with some short, steep sections. Please bring plenty of water and a lunch with you. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989.

A walk through the woods to discover the unfurled fronds of a fern, otherwise known as fiddleheads! For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Our Park Naturalist will be leading this month's Full Moon Hike. While walkingaround the lake, we will point out flora and fauna as the sun is setting and themoon is rising. Call for reservations with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Program fees apply. Rating: Beginner

Our Park Naturalist will be leading this month's Full Moon Hike. While walkingaround the lake, we will point out flora and fauna as the sun is setting and themoon is rising. Call for reservations with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Program fees apply. Rating: Beginner

Enjoy the park trails under the moonlight. Please call the Park at (518) 732-0187 to register, and check-in at the program. We will leave at 7:30pm, so please come early enough to check-in. The walk will cover about two miles of fairly easy terrain. Please dress appropriately for the weather, and wear sturdy shoes.

Spring is the best time to enjoy waterfalls in the park. Rushing streams cascade down rocky slopes at Paint Mine and Hop Field, and flow off the cliff above the Indian Ladder Trail. The rocks beneath the water are the cause of all the drama. Come and explore the geology while you take in the beauty of the falls. We'll meet at the Paint Mine picnic area. Call 518-872-0800 to register.

Join "Perk" Stalter, former resident and author of Doodletown for a guided hike of the ruins of Doodletown. Discover the interesting story of this mountain town turned park and hear personal tales of what life was like in the former hamlet. Hike will start at 10 AM at the site of the Old Doodletown school-house ruin near the reservoir in Doodletown. Allow at least 30 minutes for the mile long hike in from the Route 9W parking lot. Sturdy footwear, food and water recommended. A limited supply of Doodletown books will be available for sale: $15, cash only. Call (845) 446-2134 for More Information.

History Hike Map

Silver Lake Outlet Woods- April 29th

Meet at 10:00am (3 hours, 1 mile). Explore the world of rotting logs and stumps to better appreciate the role of fungi in forest ecology. Learn to recognize which fungi rot which wood. Visit communities of lichens and mosses on the surface of bark. Three different woodlands will be searched. This is a continuation of a theme from three workshops held this past winter on fungi, lichens and mosses. Bring a lunch. Silver Lake Outlet Bridge, one mile north of Perry Exit on Main Park Road.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Silver Lake Outlet Woods- April 29th

Meet at 10:00am (3 hours, 1 mile). Explore the world of rotting logs and stumps to better appreciate the role of fungi in forest ecology. Learn to recognize which fungi rot which wood. Visit communities of lichens and mosses on the surface of bark. Three different woodlands will be searched. This is a continuation of a theme from three workshops held this past winter on fungi, lichens and mosses. Bring a lunch. Silver Lake Outlet Bridge, one mile north of Perry Exit on Main Park Road.

Join Stefan Ramirez, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Educator, and Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a hike along the Jenny Lane section of the Shawangunk Ridge Trail and the Blueberry Run Footpath, through a section of forest that was burned during the 2008 wild fire. Our route will begin with a one mile hike on the Wawarsing Turnpike Footpath, a section of the toll road built in the 1850s that crossed the Shawangunk Mountains. We conclude our hike along the verdant Mossy Glen Footpath, which follows along the edge of the Peter's Kill stream. This five-mile-long hike includes some hilly sections, two stream crossings and lots of walking on exposed bedrock. Meet in the Awosting Parking Area. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Spring is the best time to enjoy waterfalls in the park. Rushing streams cascade down rocky slopes at Paint Mine and Hop Field, and flow off the cliff above the Indian Ladder Trail. The rocks beneath the water are the cause of all the drama. Come and explore the geology while you take in the beauty of the falls. We'll meet at the Paint Mine picnic area. Call 518-872-0800 to register.

Join a park educator on a morning adventure. This is the third of a series to get out and move. On our third hike we will hike along the Red Oak Ridge Trail which has some ups and downs, traversing the ridge. Please call the park office with 24-hour advanced notice to reserve a spot, 518-793-0511, all are welcome. Adults 62 and under are $2. Children and seniors are $1. We will meet and check in at the office. Rating: Moderate

Join a park educator on a morning adventure. This is the third of a series to get out and move. On our third hike we will hike along the Red Oak Ridge Trail which has some ups and downs, traversing the ridge. Please call the park office with 24-hour advanced notice to reserve a spot, 518-793-0511, all are welcome. Adults 62 and under are $2. Children and seniors are $1. We will meet and check in at the office. Rating: Moderate

Hike the Battle Loop Trail (1 mile). (Weather permitting.) Hiking boots and warm apparel suggested. Group will meet at the main parking lot of the hilltop.

Hike our budding trails in search of Clermont specific wildflowers with Claudia Vispo of the Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program. This event is free but registration is required.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

On this short stroll (approx. 1.5 miles), one of a series to observe seasonal changes, we'll savor nature's spring rebirth, highlighting nesting birds.

Spring flowers are blooming and ferns are unfurling, a hallmark of the spring season. Come enjoy this spectacular event which lasts for only a few short weeks. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Embark on a crepuscular journey as we call for owls and explore the woods of Evangola at night. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Meet at 8am Thursdays (3 hours, one mile or more). Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Will car pool. Castile Entrance Gate.

Meet at 8am Thursdays (3 hours, one mile or more). Learn to recognize by sight and sound some of the rich diversity of our local bird life. Binoculars recommended. Will car pool. Castile Entrance Gate.

Bring your furry friend as we enjoy a relaxing hike, and soak up the sights and sounds of Long Point State Park. Meet at the trailhead to the Point. Program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Use all your senses to explore the park in a less familiar realm as we journey into the woods with only the moonlight. Bring the kids and grandkids along as we test our senses. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Hike #9 Pentagass Rd to Village of Nunda. This hike is located in Livingston County in the Town of Nunda. Take Route 408 north from Nunda or south from Mt. Morris and turn east onto Pentagass Rd. There are two trailheads along the south side of this road, please park and meet at the spur trail location furthest east, approximately .55 mile from Route 408. Easy, flat trail with a mixed surface. Offers a relaxing rural hike paralleling farm fields with beautiful country views and crosses three small streams in the Keshequa Creek watershed. 3 miles round trip (42.603290, -77.925136)

Founding Father John Jay was a native son of New York City, but the city he knew was not the metropolis we know today. This tour takes us along many of the same streets John Jay walked as we visit locations where he lived, worked, played, and prayed. Plan to walk approximately 2 miles during this 3-hour tour. Advance registration required. $20;$15 members Friends of John Jay Homestead.

Meet at the NE corner of 168 Street and St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, a short walk from subways stations. Washington Heights near the High Bridge deserves more attention, especially now that the gleaming bridge beckons day trippers once more. Let's take a longwalk that starts across the Harlem River via the High Bridge. You will hear the tale of the Old Croton Aqueduct then wind back to the gorgeous Jumel Terrace Historic District, Trinity Cemetery (resting place of Ed Koch and John JamesAudubon), and to hidden Audubon Terrace. Along the way, we will pay homage to Paul Robeson, jazz greats like LenaHorne, the indomitable Eliza Jumel and to NY baseball. Be prepared for many stairs and up to 4 hours of hilly walking (4.5 miles), plus elevated subway train transfers. Metro North Hudson Line riders can ride down to Manhattan with the guide. Bring snacks and plenty to drink; rain cancels. Inquiries: text Lesley Walter, 914-671-7112.

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and “nightlight”. Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and “nightlight”. Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.

While questions are most welcome, there will be no formal nature discussion during this 6-mile, hilly, moderately paced walk, thus affording walkers the opportunity to relax, socialize and observe the park's beauty. Participants will choose our route. For reasons of safety, no children under 18 years of age are permitted to attend.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Adults and children alike will enjoy this hike as we learn to identify the trees that grow at Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Become more familiar with our many native wildflowers and the role of their surroundings, including the other plants and animals in their daily lives. Enjoy the fascinating variation in floral structure and folklore. Will car pool. Parade grounds parking lot. 3 hours, 1 mile.

Become more familiar with our many native wildflowers and the role of their surroundings, including the other plants and animals in their daily lives. Enjoy the fascinating variation in floral structure and folklore. Will car pool. Parade grounds parking lot. 3 hours, 1 mile.

Led by Robert Madigan, of Great Estates|SLM and NYBG-Certified Sustainable Landscape Manager, this 90-minute walking tour identifies significant tree specimens, discusses their identifying characteristics and historical context. Registration is recommended. Free admission.

Bring the kids and grandkids along for a relaxing hike as we explore the natural wonders at Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Spring is in the Air! Bring the kids or grandkids out to Schoharie Crossing for a nature program and exploration of the natural wonders of this rich historic site! We'll traverse the trail*, watching for birds and spotting wildflowers along the way!

After the walk, enjoy a picnic lunch at the site and create new memories that will last a lifetime.

We are excited to once again be part of National Park Trust's Kids to Parks Day! We will conduct a Nature Walk leaving the Visitor Center at 11am - *roundtrip approx. 90 minutes with interpretive staff.

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site is partnered with the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor (yes! we have a National Parks Stamp too!)

Easy 2-mile hike north along the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful Croton Dam. Meet near the restrooms at the parking lot at Croton Gorge Park, Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY 10567. The leader of the hike will discuss the history and construction of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the features of the Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Aqueduct trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supplywater to New York City. (From Metro-North Hudson Line Croton-Harmon Train Station by 15-minute taxi.) Inquiries: Peter Dispensa, solarconstant@msn.com or 914-522-5000.

Join us for a slow walk through fields and forest, on our way to a leisurely study of salt marsh life. Because we will travel about 5 miles, we recommend that you bring drinking water. Old canvas shoesor comfortable waterproof boots are also suggested.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Yankee Hill Lock

We are looking to kick off the 2018 Saratoga-Capital Geocache Challenge! For more on the Geocache Challenge or geocaching at NY State Parks & Historic Sites, please visit www.nysparks.com

Join a park naturalist and her four-legged companion as you set off to explore the history and beauty of the park. Dogs must be on a leash and under your control while on the walk. After, you can allow your furry friend to run off-leash at the dog park within the park. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Vernal ponds are ephemeral wetlands that fill with water from winter and spring rains, and usually dry out by the end of summer. We will explore a vernal pond that serves as an important breeding site for many obligate species, including the Yellow Spotted and Jefferson salamanders. Come try your hand at citizen science, and discover why vernal pools are known to be the coral reefs of the northeastern forest. Appropriate for ages 8 and older. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting place. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Bring the kids and grandkids along for this fun and educational hike as we create arts and crafts with the trees we learn. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Vernal ponds are ephemeral wetlands that fill with water from winter and spring rains, and usually dry out by the end of summer. We will explore a vernal pond that serves as an important breeding site for many obligate species, including the Yellow Spotted and Jefferson salamanders. Come try your hand at citizen science, and discover why vernal pools are known to be the coral reefs of the northeastern forest. Appropriate for ages 8 and older. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting place. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

After learning to use our compass, you will practice with it on a short course. You may need your reading glasses. Not recommended for children. Approximately 1 mile.

Join us with your furry friends for a leisurely stroll through the park. We will begin at Pear Orchard and walk along the Escarpment Trail. Learn about different techniques for keeping your dog safe and comfortable while they enjoy the outdoors. Proof of recent vaccinations and six-foot leash (maximum) is required. To register call 518-872-1237. Parking fee is $6 per vehicle.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us with your furry friends for a leisurely stroll through the park. We will begin at Pear Orchard and walk along the Escarpment Trail. Learn about different techniques for keeping your dog safe and comfortable while they enjoy the outdoors. Proof of recent vaccinations and six-foot leash (maximum) is required. To register call 518-872-1237. Parking fee is $6 per vehicle.

Meet in either of two locations at 11 am: Take the local No. 1, IRT, to the last stop in the Bronx, 242nd St. and meet downstairs on the park side of Broadway OR meet at the first parking lot (free) of the VanCortlandt Park (VCP) golf course. Easy walk, 5.5 miles, can be muddy: we will walk up the Putnam Rail Trail (past the historic 1748 Van Cortlandt House) to the Yonkers border and return via the Aqueduct trail. Please bring food & water. History, birds, botany, and beauty may be anticipated. We will conclude at the historic 1902 golf clubhouse, where (at your option) you may purchase snacks and cocktails. Inquiries: Sara Kelsey, sarakelsey@gmail.com or 646-303-1448. Urban Trail Conference leader: David Bernstein.

Relax and unwind from the work week while walking around the oldest state park in the United States; NFSP became a park in 1885. Enjoy stories of yesteryears and today. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Join us for our annual Memorial Day bird walk! We will walk the park's rim trail and search for the last of the migrants along Lake Erie. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

1 hour, 1/4 mile. Follow short, paved, handicap accessible walkways. Comprehensive introduction to Letchworth State Park as viewed from Inspiration Point which covers geology, glacial and human history plus plant animal lore. Inspiration Point Parking Lot.

1 hour, 1/4 mile. Follow short, paved, handicap accessible walkways. Comprehensive introduction to Letchworth State Park as viewed from Inspiration Point which covers geology, glacial and human history plus plant animal lore. Inspiration Point Parking Lot.

Interested in learning about the critters in your own backyard, and what they call home? Bring the kids and grandkids out for this fun hike. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Come and enjoy the beautiful Niagara Gorge as we hike rim and gorge trails from the mouth of the gorge at Artpark to the American Falls! National Trails Day is an annual event celebrated across the United States. For information go to http://www.americanhiking.org For hike information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Meet at the Upper Entrance parking lot by the Old Mill. This hike will begin on the Rim trail to see Lucifer Falls from the overlook and will continue to the lower park returning on the Gorge trail.. Total hike mileage approximately 4 ½ miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131

Take in the tranquil atmosphere of the preserve as the sun sets for the evening. Enjoy a beautiful array of colors in the sky while we search for animals that come out this time of night.

Participants will use a map of the park to navigate to specific destinations. We will cover approximately 5 miles at a moderate pace. Some hills. Bring lunch and drinking water.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

We will meet you on the south side of the preserve for this delightful walk along the Nissequogue River to discover and identify Caleb's native wildflowers.

We will meet you on the south side of the preserve for this delightful walk along the Nissequogue River to discover and identify Caleb's native wildflowers.

Parade grounds entrance off route 436.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Parade grounds entrance off route 436.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Bring the kids and grandkids along for a relaxing hike as we explore the natural wonders at Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of walks throughout the park. We begin the series with a focus on trail etiquette as we experience the hemlock forest and walk near a wetland habitat on the Orange trail. The rating for this walk is Beginner at 1 mile in length. Meet at the Hop Field parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of walks throughout the park. We begin the series with a focus on trail etiquette as we experience the hemlock forest and walk near a wetland habitat on the Orange trail. The rating for this walk is Beginner at 1 mile in length. Meet at the Hop Field parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Learn about the history of Schoellkopf Power Station 3. We will take an elevator ride down to the site to see first-hand what remains of this former complex. After, join us as we hike out along the trail or exit the gorge as you entered, via the elevator. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Mud, sand and shells record ancient Albany County history, long before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Thacher Park's rocks and fossils record a time of abundant marine life in tropical seas, when New York was about 30 degrees south of the equator. Explore little known parts of Thacher Park and New York's ancient seas with Dr. Chuck Ver Straeten, New York State Museum. Be prepared for moderately strenuous hiking on and off trail. Call 518 872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Mud, sand and shells record ancient Albany County history, long before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Thacher Park's rocks and fossils record a time of abundant marine life in tropical seas, when New York was about 30 degrees south of the equator. Explore little known parts of Thacher Park and New York's ancient seas with Dr. Chuck Ver Straeten, New York State Museum. Be prepared for moderately strenuous hiking on and off trail. Call 518 872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

During this hilly, moderately paced walk through fields and woods, on our way to leisurely exploration of Caumsett's shore, we'll discuss geological and social factors that have influenced nature on Long Island. Since we will walk approximately 4.5 miles, we suggest you bring drinking water.

Hike #10 Oakland Rd to Short Tract Rd. This hike is in Livingston County and starts in the Hamlet of Oakland. Park and meet at the parking area on the west side of Oakland Rd just north of Route 436. Easy, flat trail with grass surface. Wooded walk offers views of Locks #54 – #59 and is also the beginning of the "Deep Cut." 2 miles round trip (42.578161, -77.971220)

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us for an exciting hike as we search the woods for hidden treasures. Hunt for goodies with the kids, or come along to enjoy the relaxing hike. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Junction of Pennycook Road and State Route 436 1/4 mile east of Parade Grounds entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Junction of Pennycook Road and State Route 436 1/4 mile east of Parade Grounds entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight". Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Parade Grounds parking lot. Brush, water, and muddy spots. Will car pool.

Meet evenings (2 hours, 1 miles), except on June 26th. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight". Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Parade Grounds parking lot. Brush, water, and muddy spots. Will car pool.

We're back with another (warmer) Moonlit Owl Hike! We'll trek out and hike around the park to look and listen for one of nature's most elusive and gorgeous creatures. Bring your best owl call, we will practice some of our own to try and get some owls to talk with us.Pre-registration is not required and this event is free to the public. Please leave your pets at home for this event.

Please join the Friends of Peebles Island State Park for a history hike of our picturesque Island situated at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. This easy, up to two-mile hike, follows the perimeter of the Island which is rich in history, wildlife and scenery. Learn about the geological and glacial formation of the Island, the Native American presence in the area and Mohican village on the Island, early Dutch heritage, the Revolutionary War encampment by the Continental Army in 1777 and earthwork fortifications that still exist, area industry, and Island flora and fauna.

Two hikes will be offered at 10:00am and 1:00pm. A shorter walk will also be available at each time that covers the history of the Park.Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome.

Check the following for updated information: https://sites.google.com/view/friendsofpeeblesisland/home and email questions to friendsofpeebles@gmail.com.

Much of the rock found in Thacher Park is limestone. Limestone can be dissolved through natural processes, giving rise to topography called karst. Features of karst topography include sinkholes and caves. On this walk we will see some fine examples of karst and learn about a process that is shaping the park we see today. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting place.

Much of the rock found in Thacher Park is limestone. Limestone can be dissolved through natural processes, giving rise to topography called karst. Features of karst topography include sinkholes and caves. On this walk we will see some fine examples of karst and learn about a process that is shaping the park we see today. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting place.

Join Allegany State Park staff as they discover the Birds and Butterflies found at Long. Point State Park. Join them later in the afternoon for a fun and relaxing Family Nature Hike. Meet at the Long Point trail head. Programs are free to the public.

10:00am Birds

12:00pm Butterflies

2:00pm Family Nature Hike

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

It's a day to honor Dads here at the Nature Center, and nothing says I Love You like a stroll down by the ocean! Come celebrate Father's Day by bringing Dad down to the beach for a late spring hike.

It's a day to honor Dads here at the Nature Center, and nothing says I Love You like a stroll down by the ocean! Come celebrate Father's Day by bringing Dad down to the beach for a late spring hike.

Castile Entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Castile Entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Use all your senses to explore the park in a less familiar realm as we journey into the woods with only the moonlight. Bring the kids and grandkids along as we test our senses. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Start out the 1st weekend of summer with a Niagara Gorge hike. You will get to see some of the scenic overlooks of the river as we journey up to the Whirlpool Bridge and back! For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Get outside and stretch your legs by joining us for a hike on the Fred Schroeder Memorial Trail (2.72 mi)! We'll discuss our observations of the landscape in a geologic context, while enjoying the scenery of the park. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting location.

Join Allegany State Park staff as they discover the Birds and Butterflies found at Long. Point State Park. Join them later in the afternoon for a fun and relaxing Family Nature Hike. Meet at the trailhead to the Point. Programs are free to the public.

10:00am Trees

12:00pm Dragonflies

2:00pm Family Nature Hike

Join us for a late spring walk in the forest of Sunken Meadow State Park! Along the way, we will search forscat, footprints, and other signs of local wildlife seen this time of year. Water and comfortable hiking shoes are recommended.

Get outside and stretch your legs by joining us for a hike on the Fred Schroeder Memorial Trail (2.72 mi)! We'll discuss our observations of the landscape in a geologic context, while enjoying the scenery of the park. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for meeting location.

Join historian Tim Albright on a walk back through time in Thacher Park. Tim will share the story of the park's history and tales of former residents. Meet at the Visitor Center and wear appropriate footwear for hiking on uneven terrain. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Join historian Tim Albright on a walk back through time in Thacher Park. Tim will share the story of the park's history and tales of former residents. Meet at the Visitor Center and wear appropriate footwear for hiking on uneven terrain. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Join us as we discover what's growing, emerging or changing in our springtime woods. Sundays at 10:00am (1½ hours)Some may car pool to nearby trails.

Explore the salt marsh habitat with us!, The marsh is not just mud - it is made up of energy enriched soil and protected waters. Often called ‘the ocean's nursery' it provides a home for many species. Discover what makes this area so special.

Castile Entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Castile Entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

June 26th, 7:30pm (3 hours, 2 miles). In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and “nightlight”. Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Lowest St. Helena Parking Lot.

June 26th, 7:30pm (3 hours, 2 miles). In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and “nightlight”. Star watching will follow programs, weather permitting. Flashlight recommended. May car pool.

Lowest St. Helena Parking Lot.

Perry entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Perry entrance.

Meet Wednesdays (except as noted) at 10am (4 hours, 2 miles). Letchworth State Park has over fifty miles of boundary line that traverses many scenic hills and dales. Ten miles in five sessions will be explored. Long pants, sturdy footwear (for mud, prickers, poison ivy and stream crossings) and packed lunch or snacks are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of interpretive walks throughout the park. This week we'll experience waterfalls and an old hemlock forest on the Red Trail, and learn about geology and ecology along the way. The rating for this tour is Beginner at 1.25 miles in length. Meet at the Paint Mine parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of interpretive walks throughout the park. This week we'll experience waterfalls and an old hemlock forest on the Red Trail, and learn about geology and ecology along the way. The rating for this tour is Beginner at 1.25 miles in length. Meet at the Paint Mine parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Wetlands are fascinating ecosystems where land meets water, and life abounds! Join us for a hike to one of Thacher Park's wetlands, where we will study the plants and animals that thrive in this unique environment, and discuss the integral role that wetlands play in watershed ecology. Appropriate for adults and children 12 and older. Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Wetlands are fascinating ecosystems where land meets water, and life abounds! Join us for a hike to one of Thacher Park's wetlands, where we will study the plants and animals that thrive in this unique environment, and discuss the integral role that wetlands play in watershed ecology. Appropriate for adults and children 12 and older. Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Escape the stress of everyday life and relax with a beach walk. In the last month, how often have you skipped stones, smelled a flower, watched a sunset? Join us on a walk along the shore of Lake Ontario, watch the sunset and skip a rock or two. Relax and enjoy this beautiful park setting. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

Descend the cliff and learn about the geologic and cultural history of the Helderbergs on this scenic and historic trail. See underground streams, look for fossils and step inside the crevice cave along the trail. Trail is moderately rugged with stairclimbing and a couple of steep slopes. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. Walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Descend the cliff and learn about the geologic and cultural history of the Helderbergs on this scenic and historic trail. See underground streams, look for fossils and step inside the crevice cave along the trail. Trail is moderately rugged with stairclimbing and a couple of steep slopes. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. Walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of interpretive walks throughout the park. This week we'll experience views into the Hudson-Mohawk Valley and learn about the geologic processes that shaped the valley on the Escarpment Trail. The rating for this tour is Moderate at 3 miles in length. Meet at the Horseshoe I parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Thacher State Park is home to over 25 miles of trails. Explore the trails with our educators on a series of interpretive walks throughout the park. This week we'll experience views into the Hudson-Mohawk Valley and learn about the geologic processes that shaped the valley on the Escarpment Trail. The rating for this tour is Moderate at 3 miles in length. Meet at the Horseshoe I parking area. Call 518-872-1237 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Use all your senses to explore the park in a less familiar realm as we journey into the woods with only the moonlight. Bring the kids and grandkids along as we test our senses. Meet at the trailhead to the Point. Program is free to the public. (approx. 1 hour).

Adults and children alike will enjoy this hike through Long Point State Park. Learn to identify the trees that grow here. Meet at the trailhead to the Point. Program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Meet at the parking lot on by main pavilion. The hike will follow the Gorge and will return using the North Rim Trail. Total hike mileage 3.5 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131

Bring the kids and grandkids along for a relaxing hike as we explore the natural wonders at Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Hike #11 River Rd to Route 19A. This hike is in Wyoming County, just south of the Village of Portageville. Park and meet at the trailhead on the east side of Route 19A at the intersection of River Rd, about .33 mile south of Bailey Rd (aka Whiskey Bridge). Easy, flat trail with a mixed surface. Traverses under a forest canopy, alongside farms and ends near a picturesque bend in the Genesee River. 2.4 miles round trip (42.554845, -78.053066)

Meet at the main entrance parking lot on Franklin Street. The hike will go up the Gorge Trail and we will return using the Indian trail and South Rim Trail. Total hike mileage 3.0 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131

Join Interpretive hikes to various Civilian Conservation Corps sites within Letchworth and learn of the CCC's contribution to the development of the Park. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, at the Octagon Shelter (Lower Falls area).

Join Interpretive hikes to various Civilian Conservation Corps sites within Letchworth and learn of the CCC's contribution to the development of the Park. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, at the Octagon Shelter (Lower Falls area).

Use all your senses to explore the park in a less familiar realm as we journey into the woods with only the moonlight. Bring the kids and grandkids along as we test our senses. Meet at the campground playground - program is free to the public (approx. 1 hour).

Hike #12 Rockville Dam to Huck Rd. This hike is located in Allegany County in the Town of Belfast. Park and meet at the Rockville Lake dam at the end of Lake Rd. There are two Lake Roads, turn on the one across from Ramsey Rd off Route 305. Easy, flat trail with a mixed surface. Offers a relaxing hike through a heavily wooded area with wild flowers, a babbling brook, old Irish cemetery and remnants of the old canal. 2.1 miles round trip (42.307877, -78.150362)

Join Allegany State Park staff for an exciting day for the whole family. Programs include a Family Nature Hike, Lake Critters exploration and Nature Games. Stop in for one, or stay for all three. Meet at the trailhead to the Point. Programs are free to the public.

10:00am Family Nature Hike

12:00pm Lake Critters

2:00pm Nature Games

Join Allegany State Park staff as they discover the birds that call Lake Erie State Park home. Stick around for the afternoon Family Nature Hike. Meet at the campground playground - programs are free to the public.

10:00am Birds

1:00pm Family Nature Hike

Meet at the parking lot on Banzhoff Road. The hike will follow the Red trail to the Yellow trail down to the upper reservoir. We will head back on the Yellow trail but use the Blue loop to get back to the parking lot. Total hike mileage 3.8 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131 Registration: Not required but appreciated

https://parks.ny.gov/parks/attachments/TwoRiversStateParkTwoRiversStateParkTrailMap.pdf

Hike #13 Route 305 to Tibbetts Hill Rd. This hike is located in Allegany County in the Town of Belfast. Park and meet at the parking lot on the south side of Route 305 between Baragon Hill Rd and Gleason Hill Rd. Easy, flat trail with a mixed surface. This section is heavily wooded and traverses through forested wetlands offering numerous opportunities to view wildlife. 4.2 miles to trail marker and back (42.302822, -78.163094)

Meet at the parking lot by Watkins Glen High school (see CVT map). We will hike the trail a little south of Montour Falls for a total hike mileage of approximately 5 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: Email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131 and let us know how many people in your group to expect.

For a map of the trail and the location of the meeting parking lot visit: http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/CatharineValleyTrailParkMap.pdf

Hike #14 Bull St. to West Cuba Rd. This hike is located in Allegany County in the Village of Cuba. Park and meet on the west side of Bull St near the gazebo adjacent to the funeral home. Easy, flat trail with a milled surface. Relaxing trail parallels Griffin and Olean Creeks offering views of abundant wildlife. 2.7 miles round trip (42.216592, -78.283329)

Visitor Center- Come explore the trails at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site w/ site educator David for this free Autumn Tour. The tour covers about a mile of the historic Erie Canal towpath and will include interpretive stops along the way. Autumn is a terrific time of year to walk the trails at Schoharie Crossing, and this is a great chance to get a free tour.

Tour time is approximately 90 minutes with interpretive stops. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking on grass trails. In case of *Rain* tour will be post-poned.

Meet at the Jacksonville Rd parking lot. The hike will go out on the future Black Diamond Trail 2 1/2 miles and then we will turn around and return to the parking lot. Total hike mileage 5 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to trail or weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131

Meet at the main entrance parking lot on Rte. 13. The hike will go up the Rim Trail to the Bear Trail, out to Lake Treman and back to the main parking lot. Total hike mileage 3.5 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to weather conditions.

Registration: email josh.teeter@parks.ny.gov or call (607) 387-7041 ext. 131