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Spring Seasonal Stroll
Sunday, May 25, 2025 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
(631) 423-1770
In this series of short 1.5 mile seasonal strolls, we'll savor nature's spring rebirth, highlighting bird nesting. Prepare for some hills and sitting on grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Required
Spring Wreathmaking
Saturday, May 24, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Come showcase the beauty of flowers as well as your creativity by joining us for our first ever Spring Wreath Making program. Program capacity is 10 people. Supplies will be provided. To register, please visit
Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Spring Wildflower Hike
Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mine Kill State Park
(518) 827-6111
Join us for a beautiful spring hike
where we look for the first blooms of the season, enjoy rushing waterfalls, and
other signs of spring. Learn a little about flower identification and spring
ephemerals along the way.
This hike will be
approximately 2 miles with periodic stops and is considered moderate. Trails
are typically muddy in spring, please wear appropriate footwear. Meet at the
Falls Overlook parking area. In
the event of
downpours/bad weather, we will
postpone or cancel. Email minekillsp@parks.ny.gov or
call (518) 827-6111 to register.
Registration: Required
Castle Point and Blueberry Run Loop Hike at Minnewaska
Saturday, April 26, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Come join Nick Martin,
Park Educator, to celebrate the springing of spring! On this hike, we'll
explore Castle Point Carriage Road and search for signs of the arrival of
spring in the Shawangunk Mountains, where spring typically comes later than in
the surrounding valleys. This approximately seven-mile hike will start in the
Lake Minnewaska area and will follow the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road and
Castle Point Carriage Road to reach Castle Point, a scenic vista with
commanding views of the surrounding Park Preserve and Wallkill Valley. We will
return to Lake Minnewaska on Blueberry Run Footpath and Upper Awosting Carriage
Road. The footpath section of this hike has uneven surfaces, wet areas, and some potentially tricky footing that some may find challenging. Meet
at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Arbor Day Sunset Hike
Friday, April 25, 2025 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Celebrate the Spring
Equinox and look for the beginning signs of spring on a guided hike through our
park. We will hike up to 2 miles. All ages. Trails are not stroller friendly.
Click
here
to register!
Registration: Required
Arbor Day Sunset Hike
Friday, April 25, 2025 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Celebrate the Spring
Equinox and look for the beginning signs of spring on a guided hike through our
park. We will hike up to 2 miles. All ages. Trails are not stroller friendly.
Click
here
to register!
Registration: Required
Spring Egg Hunt at Belmont Lake State Park
Saturday, April 12, 2025 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Belmont Lake State Park
The Spring Egg Hunt at Belmont Lake State Park, happening on
Saturday, April 12, from 12pm to 2pm, features an egg hunt for children up to
nine years old, photos with the Spring Bunny, a princess meet and greet, pony
rides, a petting zoo, children's games, and family entertainment. Food and
refreshments will be available for purchase. A rain date for the event is
scheduled for Sunday, April 13, 12pm to 2pm. An $8 parking fee will be in
effect for the event date and rain date.
Registration: Not required
Spring Egg Hunt at Orient Beach Park
Saturday, April 12, 2025 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Orient Beach State Park
The Spring Egg Hunt at Orient Beach State Park, happening on
Saturday, April 12 at 11am, features an egg hunt for children, photos with the
Spring Bunny, children's activities, and family entertainment. A rain date for
the event is scheduled for Sunday, April 13 at 1pm. An $8 parking fee will be
in effect for the event date and rain date.
Registration: Not required
Seasonal Crafting for Seniors: Spring Wreaths
Thursday, April 10, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Join us in making unique
spring wreaths. These beautiful, bright wreaths will welcome your guests as we
celebrate the arrival of the spring season. Socialize with peers and enjoy the
scenery of our gorgeous park on an optional hike. All materials provided. Ages
55+. Click
here
to register!
Registration: Required
Seasonal Crafting for Seniors: Spring Wreaths
Thursday, April 10, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Join us in making unique
spring wreaths. These beautiful, bright wreaths will welcome your guests as we
celebrate the arrival of the spring season. Socialize with peers and enjoy the
scenery of our gorgeous park on an optional hike. All materials provided. Ages
55+. Click
here
to register!
Registration: Required
Spring Walk on the Aqueduct in Van Cortlandt Park
Sunday, March 30, 2025 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Free, easy, 3 miles/3 hours, one-way walk. Meet at McLean Avenue and Sherman Avenue in front of St. Paul the Apostle Church. Street parking is available on McLean Avenue, or use the W20 bus to McLean Avenue or the W4 bus to Sherman Avenue. From McLean Avenue, we will walk south along the Aqueduct through Van Cortlandt Park to Bedford Blvd. West and Goulden Avenue, with a stop by the Jerome Park Reservoir. To return from the one-way walk, you can take the W4 or W20 bus back to McLean Avenue or the #4 or D train available at Bedford Park Blvd. Walk is mostly flat, but rocky; wear appropriate shoes. Walk may be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate. Required: pre-registration:
https://aqueduct.org/event/?id=287.
Registration: Required
Spring Bird Walk
Saturday, March 29, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Birdwatch and look for
signs of spring on the Fountain side of the park! Beginners and experts
welcome! Binoculars & guides to borrow. Click
here for more information.
Registration: Required