Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

At the Nature Center: Zing in New Year's Eve on a snowshoe hike along the majestic Niagara River! A great chance to try our lightweight Atlas snowshoes or take a scenic power walk if there is no snow. Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

At the Nature Center: Zing in New Year's Eve on a snowshoe hike along the majestic Niagara River! A great chance to try our lightweight Atlas snowshoes or take a scenic power walk if there is no snow. Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Join scientists from the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society to understand the seals we find in our local waters, the threats they face during their seasonal time here, and what we can do to help them. A beach walk and clean-up will follow, weather permitting.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Welcome in the winter season as we enjoy an evening trail hike on the longest night of the year. Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

Join a park naturalist for a walk around Goat Island. We will discuss the history of Niagara Falls State Park while viewing its splendor during the winter! Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Join a park naturalist for a walk around Goat Island. We will discuss the history of Niagara Falls State Park while viewing its splendor during the winter! Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Saturdays at 1pm, 1 and a half hours, 1-2 miles. General nature hikes on trails that leave from the center.

Join a park naturalist for a walk around Goat Island. We will discuss the history of Niagara Falls State Park while viewing its splendor during the winter! Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Learn about cetaceans and their behavior in our local waters from Atlantic Marine Conservation Society scientists. The discussion will include what you can do to help them survive. A beach walk and clean-up will follow, weather permitting.

Meet at the Jacksonville Rd parking lot. The hike will go out on the 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

Head out to the woods for a scenic walk through Evangola to enjoy the changing season and the final days of November. Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Join the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society to learn about the four species of marine turtles that live off our shores and what we can do the help protect them. A beach walk and clean-up will follow, weather permitting.

Let's use the full moon as a guiding light, on an evening adventure of the night! Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Let's use the full moon as a guiding light, on an evening adventure of the night! Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

From mycorrhizal fungi to towering trees, we will explore how the forest creates a vast underground network called the "wood wide web" in an attempt to answer the question, can trees really talk? Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

Meet at Castile Entrance Gate. Car tour and short walks. Bring a lunch.

Visit some of our oldest forest and therefore many of our largest trees and several State Champions. Included in this tour is the site of one of our biggest oaks in the park. The tree fell in the early morning of August 18th, 1993 due to fungi decaying its 150 year old base.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts.

Meet at Castile Entrance Gate. Car tour and short walks. Bring a lunch.

Visit some of our oldest forest and therefore many of our largest trees and several State Champions. Included in this tour is the site of one of our biggest oaks in the park. The tree fell in the early morning of August 18th, 1993 due to fungi decaying its 150 year old base.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts.

Two opportunities to enjoy the Niagara Gorge after the volume of water in the Niagara River is reduced by 25%. We'll go beyond the Whirlpool to the site of the Great Gorge Route station and beyond. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for either program.

Meet at Museum.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at Museum.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at Sycamore (#22) Trailhead on River Road just south of Picket Line Road junction. Brushy areas and uneven and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Special two-mile walk to park's largest tree. Wear long pants for brushy areas and sturdy footwear for uneven and steep terrain.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts. Bring a lunch.

Meet at Sycamore (#22) Trailhead on River Road just south of Picket Line Road junction. Brushy areas and uneven and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Special two-mile walk to park's largest tree. Wear long pants for brushy areas and sturdy footwear for uneven and steep terrain.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts. Bring a lunch.

Two opportunities to enjoy the Niagara Gorge after the volume of water in the Niagara River is reduced by 25%. We'll go beyond the Whirlpool to the site of the Great Gorge Route station and beyond. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for either program.

Meet at Portageville Entrance Gate.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at Portageville Entrance Gate.

Meet at 10am (3 hours, 1-2 miles). Several areas on the original thousand-acre estate of William Pryor Letchworth support forest trees more than 100 feet in height and 150 years in age. Without their cloak of leaves, we will be able to better appreciate the forms of these older trees. Brush and steep terrain. Bring a lunch. Will car pool.

Join a park naturalist for a scenic hike through the Niagara Gorge. We will learn about the local geology, history and the unique ecology at Artpark State Park. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Look inside the park's fattest tree and have lunch by one of the largest Sassafras trees in New York State. Meet at Mt. Morris entrance gate.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts. Bring a lunch.

Look inside the park's fattest tree and have lunch by one of the largest Sassafras trees in New York State. Meet at Mt. Morris entrance gate.

Meet Sundays (3 hours). Car tours and short walks to the Park’s highest, broadest and stoutest known trees. Come see how they deal with the elements of weather, old age, insects and disease. Tour offered in three parts. Bring a lunch.

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 also include portions of the Finger Lakes Trail. Total hike mileage approximately 4.5 miles. Hike length and exact route subject to change due to trail and weather conditions.

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

Meet at Mt. Morris Dam entrance off Route 408. 5 hours, 4 and a half miles.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet at Mt. Morris Dam entrance off Route 408. 5 hours, 4 and a half miles.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Join a park educator as we go into our woods to explore! We will walk to a close by creek bed. There we will look under logs and rocks searching for cool critters. But make sure you always put everything back where you found it! Please call to reserve a spot at 518-793-0511 with 24-hour advanced notice. We will meet and pay for the event at the park office.

Join a park educator as we go into our woods to explore! We will walk to a close by creek bed. There we will look under logs and rocks searching for cool critters. But make sure you always put everything back where you found it! Please call to reserve a spot at 518-793-0511 with 24-hour advanced notice. We will meet and pay for the event at the park office.

Join the Park educator on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

Join the Park educator on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

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.

Take a guided evening stroll along North Field Loop (0.5 mile walk) following the light of handmade luminaries. Experience the magic of the fall woods and then come back to the Nature Center to enjoy light snacks.

Come in costume for a chance to win our "Best Costume" prize! Pre-registration is required.

Take a guided evening stroll along North Field Loop (0.5 mile walk) following the light of handmade luminaries. Experience the magic of the fall woods and then come back to the Nature Center to enjoy light snacks.

Come in costume for a chance to win our "Best Costume" prize! Pre-registration is required.

It is that time of year again. Come and partake in the festivities here at Moreau Lake State Park. The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit) will be sponsoring this event. Take a haunted walk with refreshments and activities afterwards. Advance registration is required and a $5 fee/car is required. Contact the park office at (518)-793-0511 to make reservations or if you have questions. Proceeds go to benefit the educational programs at the park.

It is that time of year again. Come and partake in the festivities here at Moreau Lake State Park. The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit) will be sponsoring this event. Take a haunted walk with refreshments and activities afterwards. Advance registration is required and a $5 fee/car is required. Contact the park office at (518)-793-0511 to make reservations or if you have questions. Proceeds go to benefit the educational programs at the park.

Trick-or-treat on our trails! Wear a costume to this family-friendly event. Best for ages 5 and up; this program includes a mile hike.

Trick-or-treat on our trails! Wear a costume to this family-friendly event. Best for ages 5 and up; this program includes a mile hike.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

Take a walk on the Nature Center Trail and discover cool and creepy natural objects and oddities along the way. Use the clues to complete the challenge and win a prize! Wear your Halloween costume if you like. Make Halloween crafts and enjoy warm cider and donuts. This fun (not scary) program is appropriate for all ages. Please call 518-872-0800 for more information.

Take a walk on the Nature Center Trail and discover cool and creepy natural objects and oddities along the way. Use the clues to complete the challenge and win a prize! Wear your Halloween costume if you like. Make Halloween crafts and enjoy warm cider and donuts. This fun (not scary) program is appropriate for all ages. Please call 518-872-0800 for more information.

Join us for an exciting excursion on an assortment of historic carriage roads and footpaths to explore some of the lesser-traversed sections of the Park Preserve. For this approximately eight-mile hike, participants will hike Lower Awosting Carriage Road, Rainbow Falls Footpath, Scenic Trail Footpath and Lake Awosting Carriage Road. We'll begin our hike on Lower Awosting Carriage Road and continue until the Rainbow Falls Footpath. Rainbow Falls features interesting backcountry terrain, and on a clear day, has a spectacular view of the Catskill Mountains. At the intersection of Castle Point, we'll wander down to the Scenic Trail, walking past Margaret Cliff and Murray Hill on the way to the southwest end of Lake Awosting. From here, we'll continue around Lake Awosting on the Lake Awosting Carriage Road and return on Lower Awosting Carriage Road, which is an easy walk back to the parking area. This hike includes some hiking over rock slabs, tree roots, a stream crossing and a rock scrambling section, which some hikers may find challenging. Participants must come with appropriate footwear and enough food and water to sustain themselves for the day. Meet in the Awosting Parking Area. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Meet at the NE corner of 168 Street and St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, a short walk from subway 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 long walk 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 James Audubon), and to hidden Audubon Terrace. Along the way, we will pay homage to Paul Robeson, jazz greats like Lena Horne, 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, drinks and a sun hat/light-colored umbrella. Rain cancels. Inquiries: text or phone Lesley Walter, 914-671-7112.

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

Join us for a full moon adventure! Please bring a flashlight although we will try to let the bright moonlight guide us. 1 mile round-trip on mostly flat terrain. Meet at the information kiosk next to the parking lot. Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the cooler weather. For more information, please contact Collette Charbonneau at 315-492-1756 or collette.charbonneau@parks.ny.gov.

Join the Park Naturalist on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

Join the Park Naturalist on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

Meet at Bear Hollow (#16) Trailhead on River Road between junction of Ridge and Frost Roads. 6 hours, 5 and a half miles.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet at Bear Hollow (#16) Trailhead on River Road between junction of Ridge and Frost Roads. 6 hours, 5 and a half miles.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

We will park a car at Mud pond and drive over to the Spring Overlook parking lot. From there we will start the Western Ridge trail and hike it in its entirety to Mud pond. This will be just about 6 miles. Call the park office to register for this hike with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Meet and pay ($1 for kids and 62+, $2 for everyone else) at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

We will park a car at Mud pond and drive over to the Spring Overlook parking lot. From there we will start the Western Ridge trail and hike it in its entirety to Mud pond. This will be just about 6 miles. Call the park office to register for this hike with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Meet and pay ($1 for kids and 62+, $2 for everyone else) at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

Explore the Shingle Gully Ice Caves, where ice persists into summer, in deep crevice caves. These caves are in a backcountry area in Minnewaska State Park Preserve. This rugged, protected landscape is accessible only on guided tours led by park staff and volunteer docents. This all-day, strenuous adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet, includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles, and is only appropriate for experienced hikers. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989. Pre-registration deadline: October 16th.

From fantastic fall colors to vintage barns- Knox Farm offers many opportunities to test your photography skills! Come for a sunset walk through field and forest. Bring a camera or phone to capture the moment! Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

When do the flowers bloom? When do the leaves fall? We are very curious to find out! In this program, you will learn all about phenology, the study of how plants and animals change throughout the seasons, while working as a citizen scientist to collect information about the plants in our park. We will be offering this hike once a month at Sam's Point to monitor seasonal changes in plants along the Loop Road. Along this carriage road, you will encounter a variety of flowers, ferns, shrubs and trees which change as you move up in elevation. This program is recommended for children eight years old and above, but everyone is welcome to join us. Children must be accompanied by a parent or 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.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

A park naturalist will lead as we hike along this steep but short hike up to the Spring Overlook. This almost mile long trek one way is one of the favorites at the park. Once at the top you will see a beautiful view of the Hudson River. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. This hike is about 2-miles round trip, so not very long, but a little on the steeper side. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

A park naturalist will lead as we hike along this steep but short hike up to the Spring Overlook. This almost mile long trek one way is one of the favorites at the park. Once at the top you will see a beautiful view of the Hudson River. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. This hike is about 2-miles round trip, so not very long, but a little on the steeper side. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

Join a park naturalist and her dog as you set off to explore the history and beauty of this park. Dogs must be leashed and under your control at all times while on the walk. After, your furry friend can run off-leash at the Dog Park in the park. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

4 hours, 3 miles. Meet at Sycamore (#22) Trailhead on River Road just south of Picket Line Road junction. Bring lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Led by Robert Madigan, of Great Estates|SLM and NYBG-Certified Sustainable Landscape Manager, this 90-minuteplantation walking tour identifies significant tree specimens located at the Homestead, discusses their identifyingcharacteristics and historical context. Registration is recommended. Please watch the Homestead's website for weatherrelated cancellations.

10:00am| Location: Meet in main parking lot | Free admission | All ages

4 hours, 3 miles. Meet at Sycamore (#22) Trailhead on River Road just south of Picket Line Road junction. Bring lunch. Will car pool.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Join us for a hike during the beautiful fall season! Total roundtrip distance 1-2 miles, rocky and uneven terrain at times. Meet at the nature center. Please bring water and dress for the weather. Please wear closed-toe, comfortable walking shoes. For more information, please contact Collette Charbonneau at 315-492-1756 or collette.charbonneau@parks.ny.gov.

Join us at Minnewaska as we hike on the Beacon Hill Footpath, out to Beacon Hill. Not only will we be admiring the color of the leaves, we'll also study how the leaves have changed from the summer. Phenology hikes are offered every month to gain the most accurate data possible of seasonal changes of plants and animals. This program is recommended for children eight years old and above, but everyone is welcome to join us. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Join us for Olana’s bimonthly program designed for individuals with early stages Alzheimer’s & Dementia and their family or caregivers. This program invites all participants to take part in conversation and create art around specific Olana-related themes. Once a month the program will be outside in Frederic Church’s artist-designed landscape; participants will be driven on the historic carriage roads in an electric carriage. The other program of each month will take place inside the Persian-style Main House. Participants are welcome to join us at 3:30 for tea and cake in the Visitor Center before the program begins. Please make advanced reservations as this program is limited to 10 people.

3:30PM for tea and cake, 4-5PM tour historic landscape | Location: Visitor Center | Free

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.

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. Meet and pay at the park office. $1 for kids and anyone over 62, $2 for everyone else. 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. Meet and pay at the park office. $1 for kids and anyone over 62, $2 for everyone else. Rating: Beginner

Come birding with SMRA! Beginners encouraged. Meet at the Pocantico/Sleepy Hollow Road entrance of Rockefeller State Park Preserve. More info at www.sawmillriveraudubon.org.

Monday | 8:30 AM | Rockefeller State Park Preserve | FREE | All ages

Travel through history and the changing colors of fall on our most challenging trail. We will learn the natural history of the gorge, while traversing beside the class 6 rapids to the trail's end, an old Great Gorge Railway stop with an incredible view of the rapids. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for an approximately four-mile round trip walk along two carriage roads to reach the picturesque Echo Rock. Ancient Eastern Hemlock trees line the edges of this route, which offers expansive views of the colorful fall foliage. From the top of this scenic lookout, visitors peer down into the pristine Palmaghatt Ravine, where vultures often glide below. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

This hike has a couple ups and downs that travel around Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Beginner

This hike has a couple ups and downs that travel around Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Beginner

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. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. Walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Call 518-872-0800 to register.

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)

Meet at junction of Oakland and River Roads. 3 miles, 4 hours.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet at junction of Oakland and River Roads. 3 miles, 4 hours.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet at the Joseph Caputo Community Center & view a short film about the Aqueduct. The Weir is nearby on the Double Arch Bridge. There you will descend into the original 1842 brick water tunnel and learn its history. There is an optional walk along the Sing Sing Kill Greenway, located below the Double Arch Bridge, after the Weir Tour. Address: 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY 10562, just west of Rte. 9/Highland Ave. at the junction of Croton Ave. (Rte. 133). (From Metro-North Hudson Line Ossining Train Station by taxi or 15-minute uphill walk). Free and no reservation required. Inquiries: Jean Horkans, jhorkans@optimum.net or 914-762-4082.

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. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. Walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Call 518-872-0800 to register.

Explore the Shingle Gully Ice Caves, where ice persists into summer, in deep crevice caves. These caves are in a backcountry area in Minnewaska State Park Preserve. This rugged, protected landscape is accessible only on guided tours led by park staff and volunteer docents. This all-day, strenuous adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet, includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles, and is only appropriate for experienced hikers. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989. Pre-registration deadline: October 8th.

Missy Fabel and Dawn Orza will lead a 1-hour nature walk around the lake to show you what kinds of native and invasive plants are at the Preserve and some key skills on how to identify them. They will also discuss what we’re doing at the Preserve to protect native plants and why. Missy is a member of The Native Plant Center’s Steering Committee and volunteer coordinator of the Go Native U certificate program. Dawn is training to be a Cornell Master Naturalist, and has been working on eliminating invasives from the woodlands and replanting native plants in a private Westchester County estate. Meet in the Welcome Center courtyard. Free and open to the public.

Suggested for ages 10+ Saturday | 9 AM | Rockefeller State Park Preserve | FREE | All ages

Explore the Shingle Gully Ice Caves, where ice persists into summer, in deep crevice caves. These caves are in a backcountry area in Minnewaska State Park Preserve. This rugged, protected landscape is accessible only on guided tours led by park staff and volunteer docents. This all-day, strenuous adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet, includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles, and is only appropriate for experienced hikers. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989. Pre-registration deadline: October 7th.

Join a park naturalist for an adult-paced twilight hike and search for some of the wildlife that becomes active after park guests leave for the day. Walk will be approximately 2 miles. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Meet at the Parade Grounds parking lot. 2 miles, 3 hours.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Meet at the Parade Grounds parking lot. 2 miles, 3 hours.

Meet at 10am. The Letchworth Branch is 24 miles long and offers many spectacular views of the park from the east side of the Genesee River. Most of this trail will be traversed in five sections averaging less than 4 miles each. Sturdy foot ware, packed lunch and drink are all recommended. Car-pooling is required.

Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a morning stroll along the Castle Point and Millbrook Mountain Carriage Roads to reach Kempton Ledge and Patterson's Pellet. These two cliff-edge, scenic vistas are located across the Palmaghatt Ravine from each other and, if conditions are favorable, we should be able to see one from the other and perhaps even the tower at High Point State Park in New Jersey. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Approximately 4-5 miles, loop walk, easy-to-moderate. This walk, mostly on the Old Croton Aqueduct, begins at the ruins of Rockwood Hall, built in 1849 and purchased by Wm. Rockefeller, John D. Senior's younger brother, in 1886, before John D. began acquiring and building what later became Kykuit. We cross the Archville bridge, which replaced the earlier bridge that carried the Aqueduct over Rt. 9 and served as a carriage trail connecting the two estates. We reach the Rockefeller State Park Preserve, and walk on Rockefeller trails to view a major Aqueduct structure that crosses the Pocantico River. History, birds, botany, and beauty may be anticipated. Meet at the Rockwood Hall (description & directions: www.nynjtc.org/hike/rockwood-hall-sleepy-hollow) parking lot behind Phelps Memorial Hospital at 1 pm. Inquiries: Sara Kelsey, 646-303-1448, saraakelsey@gmail.com or Urban Trail Conference leader, David Bernstein, 347-224-7376, islay6@gmail.com

Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a three-mile hike along the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, Beacon Hill Footpath and Beacon Hill Carriage Road. We'll walk the picturesque route around the Lake from West to East, stopping along the way for a short detour to a scenic vista of the Catskills. Then, we'll hike the Beacon Hill Footpath, which follows along the top edge of an east-facing escarpment and gets bathed in the warm, morning light. This walk will offer beautiful views of the brilliant foliage below in the Rondout and Wallkill Valleys and the Catskill Mountains to the north. The carriage roads are relatively easy walking; however, the footpath does include some hills and tricky footing. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Come birding with SMRA! Beginners encouraged. Meet in the main parking lot of Rockefeller State Park Preserve. More info at www.sawmillriveraudubon.org.

Monday | 8:30 AM | Rockefeller State Park Preserve | FREE | All ages

Calling all young explorers! "Peep" into the mysterious lives of trees and their changing leaves. We will walk along the trails to see the fall colors and start your own Evangola leaf collection! Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

Take a leisurely walk down the Great Gorge Railway Trail into the gorge, enjoying scenic overlooks along the way. Canine companions are invited to join you on this walk, leashed and under your control at all times. Call (716) 282-5154 to register for program.

Take a journey through a forest lost in time as we explore a wetland surrounded by old growth trees. This is an off-trail hike so please bring appropriate footwear. Call (716) 549-1050 to register for program.

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m What exactly is an “ice cave” and how did they form? To find out, join Laura Davis, Interpretive Ranger, for this adventurous hike to the ice caves. We’ll take the scenic route to return, enjoying views of Lake Maratanza. This hike includes approximately three and a half miles of hiking on old woods roads and a half mile of hiking on the ice caves footpath, which includes steep stone stairs, ladders, boardwalks and slippery surfaces. Children must be accompanied by a parent or 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.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

Saturday October 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th at 1pm at the Humphrey Nature Center. General nature walks around the grounds of center to view the changing leaves.

The Baker trail is always an enjoyable and challenging hike. We will summit thePalmertown Mtn range at a comfortable pace. Then we will hike the ridge which is rather flat and takes us to the overlook of Moreau Lake. This is a pleasant hike that if we are lucky enough we may get a chance to see some wildlife. This hike will be a about 2 miles. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

The Baker trail is always an enjoyable and challenging hike. We will summit thePalmertown Mtn range at a comfortable pace. Then we will hike the ridge which is rather flat and takes us to the overlook of Moreau Lake. This is a pleasant hike that if we are lucky enough we may get a chance to see some wildlife. This hike will be a about 2 miles. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

As part of NYS Path through History, join the staff of Philipse Manor Hallon this walking tour of downtown Yonkers. Philipse Manor Hall anddowntown Yonkers have both shaped and been shaped by the Saw Mill, orNepperhan, River. Following the river from its mouth at the Hudson toChicken Island, patrons will learn about the growth of Yonkers from 1682to the present, and discuss how these changes are connected to largertrends in New York and the United States. $5 for adults, $3 for seniors andstudents. Free for Friends members & for children 12 and under.

Join a park naturalist for a special fall-themed scavenger hunt along the trails of the park. All ages and abilities are welcome! Walk will be approximately 1 mile on easy trails

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

Explore the Shingle Gully Ice Caves, where ice persists into summer in deep crevice caves. These caves are in a backcountry area in Minnewaska State Park Preserve. This rugged, protected landscape is accessible only on guided tours led by park staff and volunteer docents. This all-day, strenuous adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet, includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles, and is only appropriate for experienced hikers. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989. Pre-registration deadline: September 25th.

Ever wonder about the birds at your feeder? Or the other critters that might be snagging a bite as well? Join nature enthusiast Judy Callahan as she leads an exciting hike through Long Point State Park. Discover the birds and other critters enjoying a bite at the backyard bird feeder! The program will consist of a nature program and leisurely hike.

The event will take place on Saturday, September 29th at Long Point State Park. Attendees will meet at the trailhead to the Point. The program kicks off at 10:00am and will run approximately one hour. Please dress appropriately to be outdoors.

For more information contact Marla Connelly at (716) 386-3165 or email at Marla.Connelly@parks.ny.gov  

Come join us at Sam's Point to celebrate National Public Lands Day. We will be pulling invasive plants from along the sides of our trails. Removal of these species is a very important step in protecting the globally rare ecosystem found here. All necessary training and tools will be provided. Bring enough water to last the day (at least 2 liters), snacks, and a lunch. After the work day is over, please feel free to continue to celebrate National Public Lands Day by hiking our wonderful trails. All National Public Lands Day volunteers will receive a free day pass to participating federal public lands, including most National Parks. This volunteer opportunity is appropriate for adults and children who are at least eight years old, accompanied by a parent or 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.

We will be starting this long hike at the Spring Overlook parking area. We will hike the short section of the Western Ridge trail to the Eastern Ridge trail. From there we will hike all the Eastern Ridge trail turning onto the Ridge Run Trail, then the Cottage Park trail for a short period then cutting back onto the Western Ridge trail to end back at the Spring Overlook parking. Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call our office at 518-793-0511. You will meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

We will be starting this long hike at the Spring Overlook parking area. We will hike the short section of the Western Ridge trail to the Eastern Ridge trail. From there we will hike all the Eastern Ridge trail turning onto the Ridge Run Trail, then the Cottage Park trail for a short period then cutting back onto the Western Ridge trail to end back at the Spring Overlook parking. Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call our office at 518-793-0511. You will meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

Join Stefan Ramirez, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Intern, for a five-mile-hike along the High Peter's Kill Footpath. We'll start by walking downhill on the High Peter's Kill Footpath, which features a variety of terrain, along a cliff escarpment with numerous, scenic viewpoints. For our return trip, we'll walk along the easy-going Awosting Falls Carriage Road, past the beautiful and iconic Awosting Falls. This hike does include some rocky, narrow sections of trail that may be challenging for some. Meet in the Awosting Parking Area. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.

Come discover what all the hoopla's about as we set out on a moonlit hike to witness the rise of the harvest moon, the closest full moon to the autumnal equinox. For information and registration call (716) 549-1050.

Take an after-lunch stroll on the Aqueduct Trail. Meet at Irvington's Town Hall at 85 Main Street, less than ½ mile east up Main Street from the Irvington Metro-North train station (free parking). Visit the Tiffany Reading Room, one of a handful of Tiffany interiors. Meander north on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail (which intersects with Main Street) to Lyndhurst and back, admiring architectural landmarks, including the skeletal remains of a Lord & Burnham conservatory, and Hudson River views. Learn the history of the Old Croton Aqueduct and the millionaires who lived along the trail in the 1800's. On the return trip, you might stop to tour Jay Gould's Lyndhurst or Washington Irving's Sunnyside mansion (paid guided tours are available at both). When you return to Main Street, if you would like to see more, you may choose to continue your walk south (and back) on the Aqueduct to view more historic mansions. (From Metro-North Hudson Line Irvington Train Station, a 5-10-minute uphill walk). Free and no reservation required. Inquiries: Sara Kelsey, saraakelsey@gmail.com or 646-303-1448.

The early bird gets the view! Join your fellow early risers to celebrate the first Sunday of Spring and Fall with a Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway. Enjoy the sunrise and Walkway’s spectacular views of the Hudson River Valley. The east and west gates to the Walkway will open at 6:30 AM. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

6:30AM – 7:30AM | Location: Walkway Over the Hudson | FREE | All Ages