Thursday, November 4, 2021 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club for an evening of stargazing at the Preserve. You'll have the chance to view the night sky through a telescope and maybe even catch a glimpse of one of our planetary neighbors. Meet at the Visitor's Center courtyard, followed by a short walk on the Overlook trail to our viewing location. Bring water to drink as well as a flashlight or headlamp. IMPORTANT: We leave promptly at scheduled times. This is a night hike, after the park has officially closed. Latecomers will not be allowed to enter the park after the group has departed.
Rain date: TBD. Cost: $3 + Eventbrite fees. Maximum: 20 people.
Friday, November 5, 2021 05:30 PM
Lake Taghkanic State Park
The Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association hosts a monthly stargazing party in the West Beach parking lot. Bring your own telescopes and binoculars or use those provided by our members. You will be asked to provide your license plate number and make/model car, so Park Management and Police have a record of who will be in park after hours. More info at https://www.meetup.com/mhastro/events/275468188/
Registration: RSVP is required at least one day beforehand.
Friday, November 19, 2021 04:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Archery Field Overlook. Bring a flashlight and a picnic supper. (2-3 hours, 1mile)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Friday, November 19, 2021 04:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Archery Field Overlook. Bring a flashlight and a picnic supper. (2-3 hours, 1mile)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Friday, November 19, 2021 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
>>>Tickets available on November 1st, 2021 at 10:00 am ET<<<
Every month we give hikers the opportunity to experience the Preserve after dark in our "Full Moon Hike" series. Join us for this very popular and special event! The hike will be about 4 miles. Please bring water, a flashlight or headlamp, and dress according to weather conditions. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet at the Visitor's Center courtyard. In case of bad weather, the hike will be canceled. You will be notified via email at least 2 hours in advance. IMPORTANT: We leave promptly at scheduled times. This is a night hike, after the park has officially closed. Latecomers will not be allowed to enter the park after the group has departed.
Cost $3 + Eventbrite fees. Maximum: 40 people.
Friday, November 19, 2021 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Tonight is not just any full moon! In the wee hours of the morning, a lunar eclipse will be visible! Whether you stay up late to watch the big event or not, come on down the to beach for a walk by moonlight. Together, we'll test out our night vision and discover some fun facts about the moon!
Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend.
To register, please visit Eventbrite.com and search for #NatureEdventures.
Friday, December 3, 2021 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Look up! Join us for a fun night all about constellations and the exciting mythological stories that go along with them. Dress for the weather and bring your own reclining lawn chair!
Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend.
To register, please visit Eventbrite.com and search for #NatureEdventures.
Monday, December 13, 2021 09:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fort Niagara State Park
Thursday, December 16, 2021 03:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Trailside Lodge. Bring a flashlight and picnic supper. (2-3 hours, 1 mile)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Thursday, December 16, 2021 03:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Trailside Lodge. Bring a flashlight and picnic supper. (2-3 hours, 1 mile)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 03:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at River Road junction on Route 408 out of Mt. Morris toward Nunda. Bring a flashlight and a picnic supper. (3 hrs, 2 miles)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 03:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at River Road junction on Route 408 out of Mt. Morris toward Nunda. Bring a flashlight and a picnic supper. (3 hrs, 2 miles)
Pre-registration is recommended for each program by contacting the Humphrey Nature Center, 585-493-3682. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, all programs will follow social distancing and face covering guidelines.