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Sun 23 Feb
Snowshoe with Maud at the Farm
Sunday, February 23, 2025 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
At 1pm, we'll be gathering for a 2.23 mile snowshoe in honor of Ahmaud Arbery, followed by a gathering with hot chocolate in a warming hut. This event is sponsored by friends group John Brown Lives!
Registration: Not required
Sat 01 Mar
First Day of the Month Hike
Saturday, March 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
(518) 806-9719

Join John Brown Farm for a series of guided winter hikes on the first day of the month from February till May. The free hikes are sponsored by the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation and will be guided by Cheryl Craft, a historic interpreter for John Brown Farm. The program will focus mainly on getting outdoors and enjoying a small group hiking experience. There will be opportunities to share local history along the way. All hikes will start at 10am and will require advance registration. 

This first hike on March 1 will explore a section of the Jackrabbit Trail called The Old Mountain Road, which John Brown traveled many times on his way in and out of North Elba. The Old Mountain Road is the most challenging in terms of length and elevation gain. The end-to-end length of the trail is 3.3 miles. The plan for this hike will be discussed by participants.  

The planned hikes are variable in length and difficulty, though none require any special technical skills. They will require winter gear such as trekking poles, and possibly snowshoes or traction devices depending on trail conditions. Participants will need their own gear. 

Register for hikes by texting or calling the guide at 518-806-9719, preferably in advance, but at least 24 hours before the scheduled hike. You may also search for Events on our Facebook page for additional details.
Registration: Required
Thu 13 Mar
Winter Moon-walk Series
Thursday, March 13, 2025 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
(518) 806-9719

Full moon hikes will be offered on these dates. We will meet at the parking area at the north field, as you enter the park. In the event of extremely cold or stormy weather, the event will be cancelled. Please contact the Historic Interpreter at 518-806-9719 to register for these hikes, and to confirm the date which it will take place.
Registration: Required
Sun 23 Mar
Talk and Discussion
Sunday, March 23, 2025 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
There will be a scientist-led talk and discussion of grassland bird research and conservation conducted on lands adjacent to the John Brown Farm Historic Site on March 23, from 3:30-5pm. Senior Research Scientist Michale Glennon will discuss a multi-year project conducted by the Adirondack Watershed Institute of Paul Smiths College. A short reception will follow.
Registration: Not required
Tue 01 Apr
First Day of the Month Hike
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
(518) 806-9719

Join John Brown Farm for a series of guided winter hikes on the first day of the month from February till May. The free hikes are sponsored by the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation and will be guided by Cheryl Craft, a historic interpreter for John Brown Farm. The program will focus mainly on getting outdoors and enjoying a small group hiking experience. There will be opportunities to share local history along the way. All hikes will start at 10am and will require advance registration. 

This first hike on April 1 will be on the Old Orchard Loop at the Heaven Hill property near John Brown Farm, where both Black and White neighbors lived in the John Brown era. The Old Orchard Loop is 1.6 miles, with gradual elevation gain. It is the least demanding of the winter series hikes.   

The planned hikes are variable in length and difficulty, though none require any special technical skills. They will require winter gear such as trekking poles, and possibly snowshoes or traction devices depending on trail conditions. Participants will need their own gear. 

Register for hikes by texting or calling the guide at 518-806-9719, preferably in advance, but at least 24 hours before the scheduled hike. You may also search for Events on our Facebook page for additional details.
Registration: Required
Thu 01 May
First Day of the Month Hike
Thursday, May 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
(518) 806-9719

Join John Brown Farm for a series of guided winter hikes on the first day of the month from February till May. The free hikes are sponsored by the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation and will be guided by Cheryl Craft, a historic interpreter for John Brown Farm. The program will focus mainly on getting outdoors and enjoying a small group hiking experience. There will be opportunities to share local history along the way. All hikes will start at 10am and will require advance registration.

If there is enough interest, the first hike on May 1 will be spring hike to John Thomas Brook in Vermontville

The planned hikes are variable in length and difficulty, though none require any special technical skills. They will require winter gear such as trekking poles, and possibly snowshoes or traction devices depending on trail conditions. Participants will need their own gear. 

Register for hikes by texting or calling the guide at 518-806-9719, preferably in advance, but at least 24 hours before the scheduled hike. You may also search for Events on our Facebook page for additional details.
Registration: Required