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Thu
01
Aug
Thursday, August 1, 2024 until Monday, September 30, 2024
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Celebrate the world-famous phenomenon of monarch butterfly
migration with detailed hand-built displays. See live caterpillars in the
nursery in late August into September.
Registration: Not required
Thu
01
Aug
Thursday, August 1, 2024 until Monday, September 30, 2024
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Celebrate the world-famous phenomenon of monarch butterfly
migration with detailed hand-built displays. See live caterpillars in the
nursery in late August into September.
Registration: Not required
Fri
02
Aug
Friday, August 2, 2024 until Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come
check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages!
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher Visitor Center. For ages 16+
Discover the
development of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers,
resurging underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will
follow the group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for
an approximately six-mile hike to Lake Awosting. Starting from the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll follow Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road down to
the intersection with Upper Awosting Carriage Road, which we'll walk until we
reach Blueberry Run Footpath. From here, we'll hike this trail until the
intersection with Lower Awosting Carriage Road, taking a stop at the Peter's
Kill stream along the way. From Lower Awosting, we'll hike out this trail until
we reach Lake Awosting. We'll rest along the lake edge, taking in the scenery
while we have our lunches. Once we are ready to resume, we'll continue on the
Lake Awosting Carriage Road to reach Upper Awosting Carriage Road, which we'll
follow all the way back to our starting point. The footpath section of this
hike has uneven terrain that may be wet and muddy, though the carriage road
sections are relatively easy hiking. Meet
at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.The following event is Canceled.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher Visitor Center. For ages 16+
Discover the
development of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers,
resurging underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will
follow the group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature Center
Descendants of dinosaurs are flying all around Thacher Park! We'll
explore about 1 mile of fields and forests to catch a glimpse of their colorful
plumages. Binoculars will be available to borrow.
Meet at Thacher Nature Center
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Evangola State Park
Learn to build an emergency shelter from natural materials
and practice navigation and fire building techniques. For adults and children 8
and older. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gilbert Lake State Park
Crafts located at tent by Concession
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Wind down the summer with a nature-themed slow yoga and
mediation practice led by a yoga alliance certified RYT200 instructor, Marion.
Meet at picnic shelter 3 in area 3.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Mount Morris Dam overlook just south of 2640 Park
Road, Mount Morris, NY. Get the inside scoop on why it looks like there's no
river at the dam, what all those big dark birds are circling around, and how
the Genesee River formed the canyons of Letchworth State Park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Mount Morris Dam overlook just south of 2640 Park
Road, Mount Morris, NY. Get the inside scoop on why it looks like there's no
river at the dam, what all those big dark birds are circling around, and how
the Genesee River formed the canyons of Letchworth State Park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Macomb Reservation State Park
Join staff from the Point
Au Roche Nature center for our community campfires this summer! There will be campfire songs, stories, animal
artifacts, and a variety of camp games. Stay
for s'mores after the program! All ages
and abilities welcome. Meet at the toll
booth near the entrance to the campground.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a hike that takes on a portion of the Niagara
Gorge! Each week we will cover a new portion of the gorge. Participants must be
8 years or older. Registration required on Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Point Au Roche State Park
We're going on a bug hunt! Participants will learn
what makes an insect an insect, then search for and collect some insects on the
trails around the Nature Center to examine more closely. All ages and abilities
welcome! All bugs will be released following the program.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Selkirk Shores State Park
Craft Show & Farmers Market
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature Center
Descendants of dinosaurs are flying all around Thacher Park! We'll
explore about 1 mile of fields and forests to catch a glimpse of their colorful
plumages. Binoculars will be available to borrow.
Meet at Thacher Nature Center
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Thompson's Lake Campground - Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature Center
Descendants of dinosaurs are flying all around Thacher Park! We'll
explore about 1 mile of fields and forests to catch a glimpse of their colorful
plumages. Binoculars will be available to borrow.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Explore the Preserve with a pencil in hand as we sketch the natural world that we observe. All skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own. For ages 12 and up. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Explore the Preserve with a pencil in hand as we sketch the natural world that we observe. All skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own. For ages 12 and up. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature Center
Volunteer at Thacher State Park! We will be spreading wood chips
around the slide by the visitor center.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
Drop into the nature center to make friendship
bracelets on this nice long weekend, we have plenty of floss in all different
colors. You do not need to register for this, drop in any time, park fees apply
($8). For any questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
Drop into the nature center to make friendship
bracelets on this nice long weekend, we have plenty of floss in all different
colors. You do not need to register for this, drop in any time, park fees apply
($8). For any questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature Center
Volunteer at Thacher State Park! We will be spreading wood chips
around the slide by the visitor center.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our
classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages!
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Events taking place throughout the park, music and
fireworks. Call 585-547-9242 for more information.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Compare beaver dams to the Lake Delta Dam. Build a beaver dam model. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Visitor Center
Avoiding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases requires avoiding a
tick bite! Join Cornell University's New York State Integrated Pest Program
educator Joellen Lampman as she talks about the different ticks in our area and
their biology, the diseases they carry, and how to protect yourself from being
bitten. Free tick removal kits will be available to attendees.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Gilbert Lake State Park
Meet by Concession
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Letchworth State Park educator Mike Landowski
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Letchworth State Park educator Mike Landowski
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua
Bring your kids and grandkids along for a hike in the woods to search for hidden treasures! Meet at the trailhead to the point.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Midway State Park
Our tattoo artist will provide free airbrush temporary tattoos at the gazebo in the rides area
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 647-4611
Join Becca Howe-Parisio,
Sam's Point Environmental Educator, for a lesson on tree identification. We
will wander around the outside of the Library to look at the trees and learn
how to identify them using a field guide. We will color tree booklets that you
can take home to identify trees in your own yard. This program is recommended
for children aged six years old and up, accompanied by a parent or guardian
over the age of 18. Meet at the Cragsmoor Free Library. Pre-registration is
required by calling April Marl, Library Program Coordinator at 845-647-4611 or by
emailing April@cragsmoorfreelibrary.info.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site
Stop by Senate House State Historic Site on
Saturday, August 31st from 1-3PM, for a drop-in activity. Visitors can try their hand at making paper
fans! During the 18th century, fans were a fashion accessory used by
royalty, the aristocracy and even the middle class. Make
your own fashionable fans to take home! All Saturday Special activities are free,
family friendly and available to all ages. This activity is rain or shine. Make this activity the
perfect addition to your museum visit. We hope to see you then!
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Come to the third
annual Wildflower Festival! Enjoy amazing views, crafts, games, and more at
Hendrix Creek Patio! No registration required. For more information click here.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Visitor Center
Avoiding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases requires avoiding a
tick bite! Join Cornell University's New York State Integrated Pest Program
educator Joellen Lampman as she talks about the different ticks in our area and
their biology, the diseases they carry, and how to protect yourself from being
bitten. Free tick removal kits will be available to attendees.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free, Black community of the Staatsburg village? Join site staff for a one-hour conversation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African Americans in the Hudson Valley. Cost: free. Reservations required: https://Bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHS.
Registration: Required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Lake Erie State Park
Learn about Black Bears: their habitat, eating habits, wintering, and how humans' actions can affect them. Meet at the Recreation Hall.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Lake Erie State Park
Learn about Black Bears habitat, eating habits, wintering, and how humans' actions can affect them. Meet at the Recreation Hall.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Lake Erie State Park
The Restless Soles are a 5-piece band who play Electric/Acoustic Rock, Folk, Country, Rwggae, Americana and more. There are 4 vocals, mandolin, guitar, bass guitar, harmonica, drums, and hand percussion. The Soles play their own songs and songs by Johnny Cash, Bob Marley, Lucinda Williams, the Talking Heads, Paul Simon, Lowest of the Low, Hank Williams, The Grateful Dead, and more. Meet outside of the Recreation Hall.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Explore and experience the beauty of Niagara Falls at sunset
on a guided tour. Registration
available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
31
Aug
Saturday, August 31, 2024 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Learn how to find the North Star in the night sky, and learn
about its important role in American history. Meet at picnic shelter 3 in area
3.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Josh
Grosse, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for
a weekend walk around Beacon Hill, ending with a walk, out-and-back, to the
iconic Awosting Falls. Starting at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll
walk along the east side of the Lake up to the Beacon Hill field and picnic
area, which features stunning views of the Wallkill Valley. From here we will
wander through the woods on Beacon Hill Footpath, admiring century-old lichen
and glacial evidence from over ten thousand years ago. We will pop out onto
several cliffside vistas before reaching Beacon Hill Carriage Road. We will
follow this gravel road until we reach the main vehicular road that connects
the upper and lower areas of Minnewaska. We will follow the main road downhill
until we meet Sunset Carriage Road, which serpentines down to Awosting Falls.
We will take in the gorgeous views of the Falls before walking back up Sunset
Carriage Road to reach the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Please note
that Beacon Hill Footpath does feature some areas with tricky footing that some
may find difficult. Participants should come prepared with sturdy footwear and
appropriate clothing. Meet
at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Big
Bend is an 860-acre addition to our park is now officially open to the public!
The preserve features over 6 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, great
birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the Hudson
River. Join an educator on this flat hike of about 4.5 miles at our beautiful
new space. Better for ages 12+. We will meet at the park office and
caravan to the new trailhead. Program is
$5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by
calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Big
Bend is an 860-acre addition to our park is now officially open to the public!
The preserve features over 6 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, great
birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the Hudson
River. Join an educator on this flat hike of about 4.5 miles at our beautiful
new space. Better for ages 12+. We will meet at the park office and
caravan to the new trailhead. Program is
$5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by
calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
In a series of short 1.5 mile seasonal strolls, we'll witness summer's subtle change as she withers and goes to seed. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Evangola State Park
Animals may not have x-ray vision or shoot
lasers from their eyes, but they do have special adaptations that helps them
survive. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Wind down the summer with a nature-themed slow yoga and mediation
practice led by a yoga alliance certified RYT200 instructor, Marion. Meet at
picnic shelter 3 in area 3.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Council Grounds Parking area. Learn about the history of the parks' Council Grounds.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Council Grounds Parking area. Learn about the history of the parks' Council Grounds.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Upper Falls trestle parking area. Hear how these falls transformed from industrialized
lumbermill to America's best state park. See historic photos of all three
bridges that stood over Upper Falls.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Upper Falls trestle parking area. Hear how these falls transformed from industrialized
lumbermill to America's best state park. See historic photos of all three
bridges that stood over Upper Falls.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Midway State Park
Free caricatures at the gazebo in the rides area
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In 1810, there were nine Black people
enslaved on the Staatsburgh estate. In 1910, there were no recorded Black
employees working inside Staatsburgh. What happened? Join staff for a
conversation about their new research into this transition from a Black presence
at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to a total absence during the
Gilded Age. Cost: free
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
The marsh at Sunken Meadow is home to these "living fossils." Let's catch and release baby horseshoe crabs. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 until Sunday, September 29, 2024 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Enjoy
the beginning of fall by traveling back in time as you experience
the 1838 Jay Mansion! Our docent-led tours share the stories of the
many eras of the Jay Mansion and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our
extensive restoration process.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
This
is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a 1.5-mile loop hike around
the back part of Moreau Lake. This is dog friendly for leashed and well-behaved
dogs, but unfortunately not stroller friendly. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check). Please dress appropriately for the
weather, hiking shoes, and water. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance
by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
This
is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a 1.5-mile loop hike around
the back part of Moreau Lake. This is dog friendly for leashed and well-behaved
dogs, but unfortunately not stroller friendly. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check). Please dress appropriately for the
weather, hiking shoes, and water. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance
by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saratoga Spa State Park
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
01
Sep
Sunday, September 1, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability,
but some of their Gilded Age peers were not! Learn about the scandalous
behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while
touring the mansion with a costumed guide.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 12:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Archery Field Overlook. Learn how the Genesee River carved the park's canyons.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 12:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Archery Field Overlook. Learn how the Genesee River carved the park's canyons.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for a three-and-a-half-mile hike on
Mossy Glen Footpath and Lower Awosting Carriage Road. This loop hike includes
time on footpaths -- traditional trails, peppered with rocks and roots-- and
carriage roads -- easier, more level, gravel roads -- on the return trip. Mossy
Glen Footpath dances along the edge of the Peter's Kill stream, a cool-watered
stream that flows over pale, quartz-conglomerate, rock slabs. The trail offers
two bridge crossings, small waterfalls, and several chances to look at and
listen to the gently flowing, soothing stream. Treat yourself to a lovely,
easy-going walk this Labor Day morning, with enough time afterwards to grab a
bite to eat, relax, or move on to another fun activity. Participants are
encouraged to wear sturdy footwear, and bring water, bug spray, and a snack to
enjoy on the trail. Meet at the Lower Lot. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
an educator on this flat hike of about 6 miles at our beautiful new space with
great birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the
Hudson River. Better for ages 14+. Please dress appropriately for the weather
with hiking shoes, plenty of water and a lunch or snack. We will meet at
the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
an educator on this flat hike of about 6 miles at our beautiful new space with
great birding and wildlife viewing, and gorgeous views of mountains and the
Hudson River. Better for ages 14+. Please dress appropriately for the weather
with hiking shoes, plenty of water and a lunch or snack. We will meet at
the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Lower Falls area, octagon building. Geology, history, and nature lore are the subjects of
a walk into the changing path of the Lower Falls. Lots of steps and muddy
spots.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Lower Falls area, octagon building. Geology, history, and nature lore are the subjects of
a walk into the changing path of the Lower Falls. Lots of steps and muddy
spots.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
This
is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a couple mile out-and-back
hike at the newly opened Big Bend Preserve. This is dog friendly for leashed
and well-behaved dogs as well as stroller friendly, the path is loose dirt so
plan accordingly. Please dress appropriately for the weather, hiking shoes, and
water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
This
is a family friendly hike in which we will attempt a couple mile out-and-back
hike at the newly opened Big Bend Preserve. This is dog friendly for leashed
and well-behaved dogs as well as stroller friendly, the path is loose dirt so
plan accordingly. Please dress appropriately for the weather, hiking shoes, and
water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. Program is $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Midway State Park
The annual car show that Midway has become known for.
Hosted by the Der Kobblers Club in the event field next to the rides area.
Participants showing vehicles start arriving at 9am, the viewing show time is 11-3 pm, with awards being given at 3pm
For participation information, reach out directly to Der Kobblers: https://www.facebook.com/derkobblersclub/
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Walk the same country estate grounds as Mr. Letchworth
and see his life's work in action, with historic photos.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Walk the same country estate grounds as Mr. Letchworth
and see his life's work in action, with historic photos.
Registration: Not required
Mon
02
Sep
Monday, September 2, 2024 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free,
Black community of the Staatsburg village? Join site staff for a one-hour
conversation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and
the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the
outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless
able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long
marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the
Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African
Americans in the Hudson Valley. Cost: free
Registration: Required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those
just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by
Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants
should bring binoculars, water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing
destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions
will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake
Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the
program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park
Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited
to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For
questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator for a moderate, four-mile hike to Echo Rock and
Patterson's Pellet, two cliff-edge, scenic vantage points on either side of the
Palmaghatt Ravine. Scenic views of the distant Hudson Valley and near views of
the pristine forest in the Ravine below are abundant on this route. Our walk
will begin on Starting along the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, we'll walk to
Millbrook Carriage Road. We'll continue on this route until we reach
Patterson's Pellet, a glacial erratic boulder perched on a cliff edge. From
this scenic point, New Jersey can be seen on a clear day. Next, we'll backtrack
until we hit Hamilton Point Carriage Road, which we'll follow until we reach
Echo Rock. Here, we'll eat lunch and relax before returning to the Visitor
Center. The approximate total distance for this outing is five miles. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us at Hendrix Creek Patio for a fun morning of
toddler-friendly crafts and activities! Storytime at 11:30am, and a short hike
at 12:00pm. No registration required.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
03
Sep
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Explore a different part of our beautiful park each week and learn about all the flora and fauna that resides here. Meet
at Sumner Rd parking area.
Registration: Not required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Come
along on the short (3/4 mile) and fairly steep hike to find some porcupine dens
and see if we can spot one napping in the trees. This hike is not stroller friendly, but
carriers are suggested for the smaller kids. We will meet at the office parking lot and then drive to the trail head
together. Please dress for the weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash
or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the
office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Come
along on the short (3/4 mile) and fairly steep hike to find some porcupine dens
and see if we can spot one napping in the trees. This hike is not stroller friendly, but
carriers are suggested for the smaller kids. We will meet at the office parking lot and then drive to the trail head
together. Please dress for the weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash
or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the
office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
04
Sep
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Weekly free fishing clinics at the Penn Pier! Sign up
for a 1-hour session to learn about the fish living in Jamaica Bay through rod
and reel fishing. No fishing on September 25th. Click here for more information
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join some educators to kayak
on one of the most historic and biodiverse waterways in NY. We will meet at the
Park Office and then convoy to Sherman Island boat launch. Limited rentals are
available or bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older
if you need to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5
or $15 including kayak rental. Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office
upon arrival. Please reserve your
spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join some educators to kayak
on one of the most historic and biodiverse waterways in NY. We will meet at the
Park Office and then convoy to Sherman Island boat launch. Limited rentals are
available or bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older
if you need to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5
or $15 including kayak rental. Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office
upon arrival. Please reserve your
spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of
caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging. If there are adult butterflies ready
for release, help attach their ID tags and send them on their way to Mexico.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of
caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging. If there are adult butterflies ready
for release, help attach their ID tags and send them on their way to Mexico.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Many birds call
Minnewaska home, including impressive birds of prey and fascinating scavengers.
In this homeschool program, we will observe these important animals both up
close and from afar. We will discuss their roles in the ecosystem, from
carnivores at the top of the food chain to the vulture's equally valuable job
as nature's cleanup crew. After our lesson, we will walk up to a beautiful view
on the east side of Lake Minnewaska, where we will play a game and look for
large groups of migrating hawks and soaring vultures using binoculars. This program is recommended
for children between the ages of seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a
parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always
welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Visit the both the Penn and Fountain Learning Centers
to learn about the ecology of Shirley Chisholm State Park! No registration
required. Click here for more information.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Sep
Thursday, September 5, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
The NYS DMV Mobile Unit will be stationed at the park! Apply for
your Enhanced or REAL ID, which will be required to fly starting in 2025.
Please refer to the DMV
Website for
more information on what you should bring to apply.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. During this program, we will take an approximately one mile walk on
the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park, which can be
muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear
waterproof boots or shoes and bring binoculars and a birding field guide, or a
smart device with a field guide installed. Interested participants are welcome
to attend one or all Friday programs. The total number of participants for
this program is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the
Gardiner Library, in the lower parking area. No pre-registration is
required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner Library directly at
845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join an Environmental Educator on a guided walk through the southern end of the park to spot and identify songbirds during their fall mi-gration. Bring your binoculars and wear sturdy shoes. This 40-minute adventure is perfect for nature lovers ages 7 and up. Fall Migration Friday meets at the Carlsbad Pavilion on East-West Road.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Every Friday this summer, join us for a story, craft, and
small hike. Meet at recreation building by south side of Harlow Lake near the
new kayak launch. ages 3-6.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that
explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of
Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century
technology and labor that made the estate run.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an industrial
zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's best state
park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an industrial
zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's best state
park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join a nature center
educator to learn all about your local frogs and toads. We will talk
about frog and toad diets, what different frogs do to adapt with changing
seasons, the most common frogs and toads in our area (and how to ID them), and
how you can help support your local little hoppers! Open to all ages. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per
child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. Please reserve your
spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join a nature center
educator to learn all about your local frogs and toads. We will talk
about frog and toad diets, what different frogs do to adapt with changing
seasons, the most common frogs and toads in our area (and how to ID them), and
how you can help support your local little hoppers! Open to all ages. The program is $5 per adult and $1 per
child (cash or check) at the park office when you arrive. Please reserve your
spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Members of Olana are invited to join The Olana Partnership's
education staff for a special evening highlighting Memories in the Landscape,
an audio project developed in concert with Olana's current exhibition Afterglow.
This special tour will give members a chance to learn more about this project
while listening to community members share poignant recollections of memories
at Olana. The tour will take place along Ridge Road with a wine and cheese
reception to follow. Free for members. RSVP to lmiller@olana.org.
Registration: Not required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
To celebrate their 25th
Anniversary, the Musicians will bring their Wine & Triptych Series to
Crailo! Join us for an evening of Dutch music, cuisine and history on the
Crailo grounds. While enjoying what this historic house offers, attendees are
invited to explore the lesser known vintners of the Netherlands, as presented
by Josh Truro, Managing Partner and Sommelier at Yono's Restaurant in Albany.
Tickets are $125 per person and are purchased directly at musiciansofmaalwyck.org.
Registration: Required
Fri
06
Sep
Friday, September 6, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Observe different species of native Long Island
wildflowers in the garden, learn why they were chosen, why it is important to
plant native flowers, and observe the many insects that visit these flowers!
This garden has attracted many pollinators like our gorgeous butterflies. THIS PROGRAM MEETS AT VISITOR CENTER
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Moreau Lake State Park
Before
we are all expected to hit the books and get back to school and work come to
the Nature Center and kids (under 13) can borrow a pole and try their hand at
some fishing fun. This is a drop in
event so please come and try for 5 minutes or 2 hours. We will supply poles, a little safety lesson
and some worms. This event will cost $1
per child. If you bring your own worms
we will waive the fee. No sign ups are
required for this program.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
Before
we are all expected to hit the books and get back to school and work come to
the Nature Center and kids (under 13) can borrow a pole and try their hand at
some fishing fun. This is a drop in
event so please come and try for 5 minutes or 2 hours. We will supply poles, a little safety lesson
and some worms. This event will cost $1
per child. If you bring your own worms
we will waive the fee. No sign ups are
required for this program.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
If you're getting ready to hike through our fall
foliage, join Mike for some helpful suggestions on what you'll need from top to
bottom on this 4-mile round trip hike to Thirteen Bridges. He'll answer any
questions that may arise along the way, and will break a mile in so people will
have the option to turn back for a shorter hike. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max:
30 people.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
In September 2009, two conservation groups from South Africa and
the United Kingdom organized the first International Vulture Awareness Day. It
is now observed on the first Saturday in September and will take place this
year on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Come join us at Minnewaska to celebrate
this bird, which plays a critical role in human and animal health. In this
program, we will talk about why vultures are important, what some of their
interesting adaptations are, and how to identify the two species of vultures
found in this part of New York. Afterwards, we will go for an approximately
one-mile hike on trails near the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center to search for
vultures perched in trees or in soaring in the skies. This program is
recommended for anyone who is interested in these fascinating birds, however,
children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required
by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Captree State Park
Go fishing from the Captree fleet, listen to live music, and enjoy pony rides, pirate shows, food vendors, and more!
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Connect with nature through drawing and writing in this monthly program!
This month will focus on action and sequence drawing. For kids and adults.
Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Connect with nature through drawing and writing in this monthly program!
This month will focus on action and sequence drawing. For kids and adults.
Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
(518) 810-6906
It's time to lead the way at your favorite state park and help create a better planet for all! How? By heading out to explore your local state parks during this year's Girls Scouts Love State Parks Weekend! On Saturday, September 7th, Girl Scouts are invited to visit Saratoga Spa State Park for a self-guided trail clean-up. Gloves and garbage bags will be available at the Creekside Classroom for scouts to take on their favorite trail. Participants are invited to roast marshmallows over a campfire to celebrate their hard work. Registration is encouraged. Please call or text (518) 810-6906 to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Calling all Girl Scouts! Sign up for Girl Scouts Love State Parks,
an annual, nationwide celebration of the outdoors and an opportunity to explore
nature in your own community. All ages. Click here
to register and learn more at: girlscoutnyc.org!
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Genesee Valley Greenway State Park
Meet at Caneadea River Access Park on Rte. 19. Learn more about the canal history in a canal town.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Join us for a
hands-on presentation from Living Historian Tom Hunt about what it was like to
prepare for winter in the 18th and 19th centuries. From pickling to drying to
salting and smoking, Tom will discuss and demonstrate many of the techniques
used in early American food preservation.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts in the East River! All ages. Click here to register. Note: No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Let's go fishing! This program is open to children from ages 5 to 15 and
will teach them how to bait a hook, cast a line, and catch a fish! All
materials/equipment provided. We will be meeting at the Long Pond Boathouse at
11am and fishing for about 2 hours. There is a program fee of $2 per fisher and
we do have limited materials, so please register ahead of time by calling
518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center.
Join educators from the
Via Aquarium at this table where you can see and touch live sea creatures while
learning about their ecology, anatomy, and conservation.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts in the East River! All ages. Click here to register. Note: No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Join us for
story time in the Gothic Chamber, in partnership with Yonkers Public Library.
We'll be reading Hornbooks and Inkwells by Verla Kay, a story of school
in the 18th century, and Revolutionary Prudence Wright: Leading
the Minute Women in the Fight for Independence by Beth Anderson, based on a
true story about a woman who rallies her town in the face of the British. Free!
No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
How did
people entertain themselves in the past? Join us indoors (outdoors,
weather-permitting) at Philipse Manor Hall to try your hand at all kinds of
historical games. Learn the history behind these games and then learn how to
play Graces, Quoits, Nine Men's Morris, Shut the Box, Mancala, Graces,
Ninepins, Captain's Mistress, and more! For children and adults. Free! No
registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center.
Join educators from the
Via Aquarium at this table where you can see and touch live sea creatures while
learning about their ecology, anatomy, and conservation.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Craft a turtle that goes in and out of its shell for protection. Learn about the different turtles that live at Delta Lake SP. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop by anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Search for real fossils while enjoying amazing views
from the Escarpment Trail! This family-friendly
program travels 0.5 miles over easy terrain.
Note: Fossils may not be removed from the park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Learning about some of the tiniest birds in the animal kingdom is bound to put a smile on anyone's face! During this program, participants will learn about the world of hummingbirds and will go home having made a hummingbird inspired craft. Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us for a hike around the park where we will be
observing and learning about Monarch butterflies and the plants we have to
support them! Registration encouraged.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Search for real fossils while enjoying amazing views
from the Escarpment Trail! This family-friendly
program travels 0.5 miles over easy terrain.
Note: Fossils may not be removed from the park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Beaver Island Nature Center
Walk along the lagoon and learn the unique
qualities wetland habitats have to offer. Be greeted by belted-king fishers,
great blue herons, and watch as Osprey soar in the sky above!
Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Beaver Island State Park
Walk along the lagoon and learn the unique
qualities wetland habitats have to offer. Be greeted by belted-king fishers,
great blue herons, and watch as Osprey soar in the sky above!
Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Calling all Girl Scouts! This year's Girl Scouts Love State Parks' event
is on nature journaling: learn how to record observations on the ecosystems in
the park! Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Calling all Girl Scouts! This year's Girl Scouts Love State Parks' event
is on nature journaling: learn how to record observations on the ecosystems in
the park! Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join educator Wren for a guided origami session at our Welcome Center!
We will be making several different animals and plants of beginner to medium
difficulty. Paper in an assortment of colors and patterns will be provided.
This program costs $2 per crafter. Call to register at (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters
and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The
Gilded Age. Led by a costumed
interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a
busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what
viewers saw on TV.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Master storyteller
Jonathan Kruk will delight audiences of all ages with stories
focusing on the legends and lore of the Hudson Valley while accompanied by musician
Steve Kelman. Jonathan's tales both entertain
and give insight about our local heritage. Audience seating begins at 1:45
p.m.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Buildings come in many different sizes and
styles, designed for different uses and tastes. Join a guide for a 1-hour
walk around the estate to examine the mansion and other estate buildings while
exploring the language of architecture and why buildings look the way they
do. Appropriate for ages 9 and up; children must be accompanied by an
adult. Cost: free
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Ulster Welcome Center, Highland
Join Eddie Moran and Lindsay Dalton of Historic
Huguenot Street for "Where the Waters are Never Still," a presentation on the
relationship between people and local rivers in the late 17th century.
Attendees will learn how Native people, European settlers, and enslaved and
free Africans interacted with the Hudson River and its estuaries in the first
decades after colonization.
Lindsay Dalton and Eddie Moran have overseen
tours and education at Historic Huguenot Street for the last two years.
Historic Huguenot Street is a ten-acre historic landmark district in New Paltz
that aims to engage diverse audiences in the exploration of America's
multicultural past to understand the historical forces that have shaped
America. This event is free to attend and appropriate for guests of all
ages.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join us every other Saturday at Grafton Lakes and learn all about trail
running. Accepting all skill levels and welcoming all faces! Our social runs
will continue into fall. Call to register at (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Sep
Saturday, September 7, 2024 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Lake Taghkanic State Park
Creating
safe and inclusive outdoor experiences for LGBTQ+ individuals by building
strong community connections, Queer Outdoor Adventures is hosting a special
Stargazing Night.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
At 9:00AM join LCH for the annual Parade of Hounds through Cazenovia. Signifying the start of the official "hunt" season, it begins at the village green on Emory Ave., next to Sullivan and Albany Streets, around the corner by the Brae Loch and on to Lorenzo. Following the parade there will be the traditional Blessing of the Hounds on the front lawn of Lorenzo (approximately 9:30AM)
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for
this modestly challenging, five-mile roundtrip hike along the
Millbrook Mountain Footpath and Millbrook Mountain Carriage Road. Stunning,
panoramic views of the Wallkill Valley and the Catskills are abundant from the
top of the white cliffs of Millbrook Mountain. The
footpath section of this outing traverses through forests, over a stream and
exposed rock slabs, with sustained downhill and uphill sections. Some
participants may find this uneven terrain challenging. The other half of this
loop hike, which is on the meandering Millbrook Mountain and Lake Minnewaska
Carriage Roads, is less strenuous, offering scenic views of the steep sided
Palmaghatt Ravine below and distant views of New Jersey. Participants
should bring water, snacks and lunch and wear appropriate hiking shoes. Meet at
the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
In collaboration with the Preserve, over the past
several years Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture has been running a project
in the Buttermilk Hill area to convert approximately 45 acres of our introduced
cool season grassland back to climate-adaptive native warm season grasses and
pollinator-friendly, grazing-tolerant native wildflowers. Join Elijah Goodwin,
Director of Ecological Monitoring at Stone Barns, for a 2-mile walk to learn
more about this important project and what we hope to gain from the research
we're conducting. We'll observe birds, insects, plants, and other wildlife
along the way. Max: 30 people. Cost: $4.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Witness a day of tactical demonstrations, drill, camp life and
cooking at Fort Montgomery! The 3rd New Jersey Regiment, Captain Bloomfield's
Company is a living history group dedicated to historical authenticity. This
activity-filled day with the Greys promises an exciting, authentic glimpse of
Continental soldering and camp follower life during the American Revolution.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
The NYS DMV Mobile Unit will be stationed at the park,
just in time to offer on-the-spot access to Enhanced or REAL IDs! These will be
required to travel domestically or internationally starting in 2025. See link
for more info.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve
The annual "Hoot" music festival at Little Stony Point
Citizens Association Volunteer Center with adjoining park will take place
September 8th, 2024 12-6pm. This Pete Seeger-inspired event is free, the music
is lively, and the scenery along the Hudson River can't be beat! So, bring a
picnic basket, and come have a Hoot on a lazy summer afternoon! If available
please walk, bike, train or carpool as parking is very limited. If the trolley
is running we will make the route available on littlestonypoint.org and in the discussion on the Facebook event
here: https://www.facebook.com/share/oDYSWe25QjR4NqnS/
LSPCA Volunteer Center
3011
Route 9D, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Learn how to identify trees in the park on an easy 30 minute walk. This program completes the "Tree ID" activity of the Centennial Challenge checklist!
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
The world is a vibrant place with colors everywhere you look! Join us in exploring the world of colors, including how other animals see colors and the role of colors in nature. Participants will get to make and take home their very own kaleidoscope! Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Help our environmental education team locate monarch
caterpillars as we search the milkweed patches around the Humphrey Nature
Center grounds.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Help our environmental education team locate monarch
caterpillars as we search the milkweed patches around the Humphrey Nature
Center grounds.
Registration: Not required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
In
partnership with Revolutionary Westchester 250, Rockefeller State Park Preserve is excited to announce a special performance in honor
of a pivotal moment in our nation's history.
This dramatic portrayal by Sean Grady & Gary Petagine shares the history of
two of the most intriguing characters in the American Revolution - Major John
André and General Benedict Arnold and their fateful meeting in Haverstraw, New
York in September of 1780. The events following their collusion played out
across Putnam, Westchester and Rockland Counties. The production allows these
infamous men an opportunity to tell their side of the story and their
motivation behind the plot that could have ended the cause for independence.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Sep
Sunday, September 8, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability,
but some of their Gilded Age peers were not! Learn about the scandalous
behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while
touring the mansion with a costumed guide.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Geared toward children aged
3-8, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature.
We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then
take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks,
rocks, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the
weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival.
Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Geared toward children aged
3-8, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature.
We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then
take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks,
rocks, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the
weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival.
Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow
children ages 3 – 6 (must be
accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world.
Themes change with each program, and
activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short
nature walk.
Registration: Not required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow
children ages 3 – 6 (must be
accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world.
Themes change with each program, and
activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short
nature walk.
Registration: Not required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
09
Sep
Monday, September 9, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those
just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by
Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants
should bring binoculars, water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing
destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions
will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake
Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the
program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park
Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited
to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For
questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Explore Shingle Gully, 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, approximately six-mile adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet. It
includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles and is only
appropriate for experienced hikers. To register, please visit http://samspoint.eventbrite.com.
Pre-registration deadline: September 5.
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Start your day with movement! Get energized in
this virtual session with postural therapist, Joey Zimet, and learn exercises
to improve posture and function. The class will incorporate unique standing,
sitting, and floor exercises that are gentle and easily adapted to fit your
needs. These methods are well-studied and based upon neuroscience,
biomechanics, the myofascial system, and other variables. Treat yourself to
some maintenance and self-care! Registered participants will receive a link
to join.
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
moderate 2.5 mile hike from Baker Trail to Moreau Overlook with a beautiful
view of our lake from above. Please wear the appropriate attire for the weather-
sunscreen, bug spray and water-resistant hiking shoes. Bring a snack and plenty
of water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. This
hike is for people 15+. The cost is $5 for adults (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by
calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
moderate 2.5 mile hike from Baker Trail to Moreau Overlook with a beautiful
view of our lake from above. Please wear the appropriate attire for the weather-
sunscreen, bug spray and water-resistant hiking shoes. Bring a snack and plenty
of water. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the trailhead. This
hike is for people 15+. The cost is $5 for adults (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by
calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
The NYS DMV Mobile Unit will be stationed at the park! Apply for
your Enhanced or REAL ID, which will be required to fly starting in 2025.
Please refer to the DMV
Website for
more information on what you should bring to apply.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging. Get the inside scoop on how metamorphosis actually works. If there are adult butterflies ready for release, help attach their ID tags and send them on their way to Mexico.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging. Get the inside scoop on how metamorphosis actually works. If there are adult butterflies ready for release, help attach their ID tags and send them on their way to Mexico.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Sep
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Explore a different part of our beautiful park each week and learn about all the flora and fauna that resides here. Meet
at Sumner Rd parking area.
Registration: Not required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a celebration of loons! Learn about their habitat,
diet, calls migration patterns and other special behaviors through a
combination of hands-on activities and facts from the educator. Open to all
ages! Program is $5 per adult, $1 for
kids (cash or check). Please reserve
your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a celebration of loons! Learn about their habitat,
diet, calls migration patterns and other special behaviors through a
combination of hands-on activities and facts from the educator. Open to all
ages! Program is $5 per adult, $1 for
kids (cash or check). Please reserve
your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Weekly free fishing clinics at the Penn Pier! Sign up
for a 1-hour session to learn about the fish living in Jamaica Bay through rod
and reel fishing. No fishing on September 25th. Click here for more information
Registration: Required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Join us for a night of fishing fun on the East River! Discover the
creatures that call the East River home and learn the basics of estuary
fishing! Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Wed
11
Sep
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
On September 23, 1780, Tarrytown was the site of an
event that likely altered the outcome of the Revolutionary War: the capture of
British spy Major John André and discovery of American General Benedict
Arnold's treason. Almost immediately, fabrications and fake news sprang up,
myths that persist in today's popular imagination. This presentation will
correct the record with the real story of the capture by three honest
Westchester militiamen and introduce new research on Arnold's disclosure of two
Westchester-based double agents.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan
in the 1980's, forest bathing is the eco therapeutic practice of spending time
immersed in nature, absorbing it with all your senses. The physiological and
psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a
new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a
beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with long pauses to sit and enhance
our awareness of our surroundings, it is an approximately 1-hour program. A
small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat and wear warmer clothes as we will
be sitting for longer periods of time. This program is limited to those age 14
and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please
register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan
in the 1980's, forest bathing is the eco therapeutic practice of spending time
immersed in nature, absorbing it with all your senses. The physiological and
psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a
new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a
beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with long pauses to sit and enhance
our awareness of our surroundings, it is an approximately 1-hour program. A
small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat and wear warmer clothes as we will
be sitting for longer periods of time. This program is limited to those age 14
and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please
register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
This is a steep hike with a
beautiful overlook! This hike is roughly a mile up and a mile back down. We will snack at the top and take a water
break and photo break. Please wear
appropriate hiking boots and clothing for the weather. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new
trailhead. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
This is a steep hike with a
beautiful overlook! This hike is roughly a mile up and a mile back down. We will snack at the top and take a water
break and photo break. Please wear
appropriate hiking boots and clothing for the weather. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the new
trailhead. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Wind down from summer with an accessible
stroll through Niagara Falls State Park while taking in scenic views and
interesting history. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us for a
beginner paddling class! No prior experience required. All materials
provided. 15+ only. ALL minors must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 05:45 PM - 07:15 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join
Melissa for a 2-mile hike and witness the spectacular view of the sun setting
over the Hudson and the Tappan Zee Bridge. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Max: 40 people. Cost: FREE,
Registration: Required
Thu
12
Sep
Thursday, September 12, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
If you like Alanis Morissette, Brandi
Carlisle, and crying in public, you're going to love Girl Blue. Writing
deeply emotional songs with strong singable hooks, singer-songwriter Arielle
O'Keefe is absolutely one to watch.
She's been featured on top Spotify playlists
(New Music Friday) and charts (#2 on US Viral Charts), in national commercials,
and on top blogs like the Huffington Post. She has received 7 Thomas Edison
Music Awards, twice receiving Songwriter of the Year and Solo Act of the Year.
It's been said "she...has the kind of spark that makes stars" and, most
especially as a live performer, she has an authenticity that regularly moves
audience members to tears.
She is based outside of Saratoga Springs, NY.
She records all her own music at home with her partner/producer Jimi W and is
funded entirely by her community of fans on Patreon and across social media.
Please note: Harmonies on the Hudson concert
series is presented free of charge by the Friends of Clermont.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. During this program, we will take an approximately one mile walk on
the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park, which can be
muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear
waterproof boots or shoes and bring binoculars and a birding field guide, or a
smart device with a field guide installed. Interested participants are welcome
to attend one or all Friday programs. The total number of participants for
this program is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the
Gardiner Library, in the lower parking area. No pre-registration is
required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner Library directly at
845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join an Environmental Educator on a guided walk through the southern end of the park to spot and identify songbirds during their fall mi-gration. Bring your binoculars and wear sturdy shoes. This 40-minute adventure is perfect for nature lovers ages 7 and up. Fall Migration Friday meets at the Carlsbad Pavilion on East-West Road.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
(845) 647-7989
Join Becca Howe-Parisio,
Environmental Educator, for an adventurous hike to the Ice Caves at Sam's
Point, where the air is always a comfortable 55 degrees Fahrenheit, even during
the height of the summer heat. This nearly four-mile hike includes one steep
hill on a carriage road, but the reward of walking through the cool, dark,
talus cave is worth the effort. While in the cave, educators will explain the
geology of this unique natural area and why it's so special. The footpath
section of this outing does include two primitive ladders and a steep stone
staircase, which some may find challenging. Plan to bring food and lots of
water and we'll have lunch on the trail. This program is recommended for
families of all ages who are capable of hiking this distance and terrain. Meet
at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling
the Sam's Point Visitor Center at 845-647-7989.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Every Friday this summer, join us for a story, craft, and
small hike. Meet at recreation building by south side of Harlow Lake near the
new kayak launch. ages 3-6.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that
explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of
Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century
technology and labor that made the estate run.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
(518) 584-7860
Join our Children's Librarian, Kristine, as she travels around Saratoga Springs with a super fun story time. We will do a story time this month at the Creekside Classroom in Saratoga Spa State Park. Afterward, we'll go on a short 15-minute tour of the park's Springs with an environmental educator. Story time is intended for children ages 2-5 but siblings are welcome with an accompanying adult. Please register online, in the Chil-dren's Room, or by calling 518-584-7860.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Evangola State Park
Join a Park Naturalist for a pond dip. Look
for aquatic insects, amphibians, and more! Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an
industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's
best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an
industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's
best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's
curator will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour
or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all
things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture of
the house.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Over
time, humans have coevolved with the landscape, our path shaped by our
environment and the natural resources available to us, as we in turn molded our
environment to suit the growing needs of our society. In the wake of a rapidly
changing climate, we are faced with the challenge of building and landscaping
in ways that are adaptive and regenerative. Join us for this special event in
partnership with the Rockefeller Brothers Fund and Mathews Nielsen Landscape
Architects, P.C. (MNLA) to learn about sustainable practices being implemented
at The Pocantico Center. Preserve educator, Kim Fendrich, will provide geologic
context for our area, followed by a presentation on climate-adaptive
landscaping by Signe Nielsen, Founding Principal, MNLA. We'll finish with an
optional walk to observe the landscape architecture and geological features
throughout the grounds of The Pocantico Center. Refreshments will be served.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Parade Grounds parking area, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. Enjoy the tranquility of the Tupelo Oxbow as we discuss
nature's engineers, the American
Beaver. Patient onlookers may even be treated to glimpses of
the oxbow's resident beaver.
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Sep
Friday, September 13, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Parade Grounds parking area, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. Enjoy the tranquility of the Tupelo Oxbow as we discuss
nature's engineers, the American
Beaver. Patient onlookers may even be treated to glimpses of
the oxbow's resident beaver.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
A Continental Breakfast, with a short presentation about our seasonal native birds, followed by a walk with the Great South Bay Audubon Society. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Glimmerglass State Park
Event registration on September 14th starts at 9:00am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Each fall, thousands of
raptors, including eagles, hawks, and falcons, migrate south over the
Shawangunk Mountains on the way to their wintering grounds. Join Nick Martin,
Park Educator, at the Beacon Hill field and picnic area, for a drop-in program
to watch for migrating raptors. This area is located off the Lake Minnewaska
Carriage Road, on the east side of Lake Minnewaska, and next to the southern
trailhead for the Beacon Hill Footpath. There will be an information table set
up for those who want to learn more about these amazing animals. If the weather
conditions are ideal, we will see broad-winged hawks and other raptors as they
fly by, or overhead, as they migrate south. For those wanting a closer view of
these birds, we'll have a spotting scope to look through and binoculars to
borrow. Stop by or stay for a while to look for these birds, as they migrate.
This program will be cancelled in the event of rain. For more information or questions, please contact the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the Beacon Hill field and
picnic area. This is a drop-in program and
pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Experience nature through painting! Learn the
watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann,
as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own
supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Max: 10 people.
Cost: $8
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Thacher Park's Overlook is a prime spot for viewing a variety of
fall-migrating raptors. Get up-close with live raptor demonstrations, enjoy
crafts, stories, accessible seated birding, food and more! There's something
for everyone from novice to experienced birder at this family-friendly event.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Evangola State Park
You will learn how to use Global Positioning
System (GPS) on your phone to find hidden geocaches with clues to solve nature
mysteries. For ages 8 and up. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Channel your inner Monet! Join us as we talk about the history and impact of impressionist art and paint our own masterpieces out in nature. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Learn about the ever-changing woods in the Letchworth
Arboretum.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Learn about the ever-changing woods in the Letchworth
Arboretum.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Niagara Falls State Park
Enjoy the fall wildflowers and views of the
Niagara Gorge as we stroll along the gorgeview trail in pursuit of nature's
artwork. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join
Rockwood docent, David Teich, on an adventure into the past as we explore the
remains of Rockwood Hall and its rich history dating back to prehistoric times.
Former estate of William A. Rockefeller Jr., this site boasts scenic views
overlooking the Hudson, lush forests, and remnants of 19th century
luxuries. The hike is about 2 miles roundtrip; leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 40 people.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Thacher Park's Overlook is a prime spot for viewing a variety of
fall-migrating raptors. Get up-close with live raptor demonstrations, enjoy
crafts, stories, accessible seated birding, food and more! There's something
for everyone from novice to experienced birder at this family-friendly event.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
(914) 965-4027
Why was Philipse Manor Hall built where it was? Why
did the Munsee have a village in downtown Yonkers for thousands of years? How
did the Yonkers waterfront change over time? Learn the answers to these
questions and more as you explore the daylighted Saw Mill River and Yonkers'
Hudson River waterfront. $6 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Tickets
include museum admission.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
The Friends of Moreau Lake
State Park are hosting their annual nature fest! Family Fun, Crafts, Animals,
Food, Silent Auction, Raffles, Demonstrations, Educational Information, Over 40
Exhibitors!!!
Something for Everyone! Free
entry. Call the office at 518-793-0511 for any questions.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
The Friends of Moreau Lake
State Park are hosting their annual nature fest! Family Fun, Crafts, Animals,
Food, Silent Auction, Raffles, Demonstrations, Educational Information, Over 40
Exhibitors!!!
Something for Everyone! Free
entry. Call the office at 518-793-0511 for any questions.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
In this special 90-minute tour, Staatsburgh's
curator will focus on a selection of objects that are not easily seen on tour
or which tell a special story. This version of the tour will focus on all
things France including the French objects, furniture, and architecture of
the house.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Raised as an auxiliary force for Washington's Continental Army, the reenactors in Spencer's Additional Regiment
will conduct camp activities while explaining the unit's start in New Jersey and
how they followed the army. Spencer's Regiment also garrisoned Stony Point in 1780
and was present during the Arnold/Andre West Point affair.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Sip tea while
enjoying finger foods, live music, and our beautiful formal gardens. Plus, back
by popular demand, local artist Ruby Silvious will
join us with examples of her internationally recognized tea bag art. An online
auction will be available leading up to the event.
Please
note: The cost of the event is $60 for Friends of Clermont members and $75
for non-members. Children under 12 are free. Tea at Clermont Gardens raises
money to support Friends of Clermont's ongoing garden restoration work.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Learn how you can respect the wildlife at Delta Lake and keep you and your pets safe. Make a wildlife scent chart and paint a pet rock. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Volunteer to help us clean litter off the shoreline at
the Penn Water Access Area! All materials provided. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Whirlpool State Park
Join one of our educators for a guided
scavenger hunt along trail 2 to find different signs of life that exist all
around us! Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Join us for a
late summer tour of Clermont's formal gardens. Walk with one of our experienced
tour guides and learn the history of the land. From woods to farmland to
manicured lawns, Clermont's landscape has changed with each generation. This tour includes gentle inclines on uneven
surfaces. Please wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
A
Living History performance: Harriet Tubman as portrayed by the mesmerizing
actress Charmaine Crowell-White will tell stories of her life.
Event will be held
on the lawn behind the barn if the weather is clear, and under our big tent if
the weather is inclement.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Bugs do a big a job for us and our planet! Learn about
the world of bees, butterflies, beetles, and other insects living here at the
park. Click here to register
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters
and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The
Gilded Age. Led by a costumed
interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a
busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what
viewers saw on TV.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join our team of educators for a fun guided bike tour around
the park, along the way you'll learn about basic bike safety, and about the
special wildlife that live here! Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Celebrate the
26th Annual Barn Dance with Friends of John Jay Homestead. Guests will enjoy
live music by local bands, delicious food, a campfire, and of course the famous
racing pigs! This family favorite fall fundraiser supports educational work at
the Homestead.
Purchase
tickets at https://johnjayhomestead.org/events-calendar/barn-dance-2024/
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Watch our snakes and other Welcome Center animals during feeding time!
Come learn about their behaviors and habitats! This program is free and is for
ages 4+. Please register by calling (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Bats are both mysterious and often misunderstood. Walk with us through the parkin search of our nocturnal neighbors! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Sep
Saturday, September 14, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Bats are both mysterious and often misunderstood. Walk with us through the parkin search of our nocturnal neighbors! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Calling
all beginner birders! Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will check
out the wide variety of over 100 species of birds that we have identified at
our new preserve. This will be a short start-and-stop hike. We will meet at the
park office and caravan to Big Bend. Geared toward ages 12+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Calling
all beginner birders! Bring your binoculars if you have them and we will check
out the wide variety of over 100 species of birds that we have identified at
our new preserve. This will be a short start-and-stop hike. We will meet at the
park office and caravan to Big Bend. Geared toward ages 12+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps
Environmental Educator, at the Minnewaska Nature Center for a chance to try out
a nature-themed craft that's fun for all ages. Using the power of the sun,
participants will be able to make their own "photo" of local flora with
special, light-sensitive paper. No drawing is needed—just a creative and
curious eye! After making our prints, we will have various art materials like
collage paper, markers, and stickers with which to decorate our creations. For more information or questions,
please contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the
Minnewaska Nature Center (located 100 yards east of the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center). This is a drop-in program and
pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 09:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
A 6 mile, hilly, moderately paced walk for hikers to relax, socialize, and observe the park's beauty. Bring water. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
Meet up address:
Meet near the restrooms at the rear (south end) of the parking lot at
Croton Gorge Park, Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY. 10567, GPS Coordinates: 41°13′
20.46" N -73°51′12.59" W.
As part of the Hudson River Valley Ramble, enjoy a free, easy, 2 miles/2 hours
(total) loop hike north along the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful Croton Dam.
Meet near the restrooms at the rear (south end) of the parking lot at Croton
Gorge Park, Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY. 10567, GPS Coordinates: 41°13′ 20.46" N
-73°51′12.59" W. Note: Fee of $10/car to
enter park. 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 Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842
to supply fresh water to a thirsty New York City. (From Metro-North Hudson Line
Croton-Harmon Train Station: 15-minute taxi.)
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
A glimpse into the past, what the area around
the falls looked like before it became a state park and how the Niagara River
was harnessed by hydropower and industry. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Native birds may be used as
indicators of a changing ecosystem. Protecting wildlife is essential for a
healthy ecosystem. At this workshop you will learn how to create or preserve
healthy habitats for birds in your own backyard while learning about some of
the native species that offer food and shelter to birds in the area. This tour
will be offered in Spanish and English as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Please check our website for more information.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
an educator on our new trails to seek out the variety of plants we have on our
trails. We will also have a conversation and tutorial on how to use iNaturalist
and other plant identifying apps. This will be a start and stop short walk.
This program is for all ages.
We
will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. $5 per
adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office
at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
an educator on our new trails to seek out the variety of plants we have on our
trails. We will also have a conversation and tutorial on how to use iNaturalist
and other plant identifying apps. This will be a start and stop short walk.
This program is for all ages.
We
will meet at the park office and caravan to the new trailhead. $5 per
adult and $1 per child (cash or check) at the park office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office
at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Friends
group John Brown Lives! presents their annual Blues concert.
Event will be held on the lawn behind the barn if the weather
is clear, and under our big tent if the weather is inclement
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Explore nature's late summer gifts while enjoying a hike on the park's trails. This guided hike is approximately two miles long. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join an educator in talking about a plant that thrives in the sunshine- succulents! Learn about the different types of succulents and find out what makes them great house plants for beginners. Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 02:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join art historian Elisabeth Genter Montevecchio for a free 45-minute tour highlighting Lorenzo's amazing fine art collection including works by Sanford Gifford, Edward Moran, Jasper Cropsey, Dwight Williams, and 17th century Dutch Masters. Reservations required, as space is limited. Call 315-655-3200, ext. 106 or email: jacqueline.roshia@parks.ny.gov
*Admission to the program is free*
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Sep
Sunday, September 15, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Ruth and Ogden Mills were paragons of respectability,
but some of their Gilded Age peers were not! Learn about the scandalous
behavior and intrigues of the very rich at the turn-of-the-century while
touring the mansion with a costumed guide.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join SCA/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, Josh
Grosse, to talk about how important it is to not judge a book by its cover,
especially when it comes to plants and animals. Snakes, coyotes, and spiders
are just a few examples of animals that many people see as bad, scary, or evil.
On the other hand, deer, birds, and bamboo are noted for their beauty and
grace. Are either of these assumptions true? Our day will begin in the Visitor
Center, where we'll talk about some common misconceptions, match the species with
its characteristics, and discuss the positive impacts that even the scariest
animals can bring to the natural world. Later, we will take a hike up the Lake
Minnewaska Carriage Road to the old Cliff House Hotel location, where we will
play interactive games that may change the way we think about these animals and
plants. This program is recommended for children between the ages of
seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of
18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by
calling the Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan
in the 1980's, forest bathing is the eco therapeutic practice of spending time
immersed in nature, absorbing it with all your senses. The physiological and
psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a
new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a
beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with long pauses to sit and enhance
our awareness of our surroundings, it is an approximately 1-hour program. A
small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat and wear warmer clothes as we will
be sitting for longer periods of time. This program is limited to those age 14
and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please
register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Coined shinrin-yoku in Japan
in the 1980's, forest bathing is the eco therapeutic practice of spending time
immersed in nature, absorbing it with all your senses. The physiological and
psychological benefits last for days afterward with the additional benefit of a
new appreciation of our precious woodland and its inhabitants. This is a
beginner-rated walk along the Nature Trail with long pauses to sit and enhance
our awareness of our surroundings, it is an approximately 1-hour program. A
small mat is beneficial to ensure a dry seat and wear warmer clothes as we will
be sitting for longer periods of time. This program is limited to those age 14
and up. Pay $5 per person (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please
register in advance by calling 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
a park educator on a beginner hike at the new Big Bend Preserve. If the clouds
cooperate, we'll get to enjoy the splendor of the full "Harvest" moon rising!
This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash
are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the
office upon your arrival. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the
trailhead. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511- the earlier the better as
this is a popular program and it fills up quickly.
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
a park educator on a beginner hike at the new Big Bend Preserve. If the clouds
cooperate, we'll get to enjoy the splendor of the full "Harvest" moon rising!
This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash
are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the
office upon your arrival. We will meet at the park office and caravan to the
trailhead. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511- the earlier the better as
this is a popular program and it fills up quickly.
Registration: Required
Mon
16
Sep
Monday, September 16, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Experience
the Preserve after dark! Join Shayla, Hailey, and Dave for a 4-mile hike
on carriage roads lit by moonlight. We walk at a brisk pace and there will be
hills; some hiking experience is recommended. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 40
people. Cost: $4.
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those
just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by
Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants
should bring binoculars, water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing
destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions
will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake
Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the
program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park
Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited
to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For
questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us at Hendrix Creek Patio for a fun morning of
toddler-friendly crafts and activities! Storytime at 11:30am, and a short hike
at 12:00pm. No registration required.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Archery Field Overlook. Hike along the rim of the Great Bend Gorge.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Archery Field Overlook. Hike along the rim of the Great Bend Gorge.
Registration: Not required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Sep
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
I see the full moon rising, I know that fall is coming soon! Join us for
a guided hike under the Harvest Moon on Tuesday, September 17th at 7pm. We'll
take a short hike while learning about what nighttime in the park is like for
us and for the critters that live here. This hike is for ages 10+ and costs $3
per person. Please register ahead of time by calling 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 08:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Volunteers meet every other week to accomplish various goals and
clean trails around the park. Call to register at (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Explore a different part of our beautiful park each week and learn about all the flora and fauna that resides here. Meet
at Sumner Rd parking area.
Registration: Not required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator at the
nature center to learn how to enjoy the outdoors while respecting each other
and wildlife. We will learn how humans impact the outdoors and play some fun
games to put it into perspective. This class is geared toward aged 6+ homeschool
groups, but is open to the public (siblings welcome). The class is $1 per
child. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator at the
nature center to learn how to enjoy the outdoors while respecting each other
and wildlife. We will learn how humans impact the outdoors and play some fun
games to put it into perspective. This class is geared toward aged 6+ homeschool
groups, but is open to the public (siblings welcome). The class is $1 per
child. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
18
Sep
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Weekly free fishing clinics at the Penn Pier! Sign up
for a 1-hour session to learn about the fish living in Jamaica Bay through rod
and reel fishing. No fishing on September 25th. Click here for more information
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Calling all seniors! Join us to build and paint wind chimes, socialize
with peers, and enjoy the scenery of our gorgeous park. All materials provided.
Ages 55+. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Calling all seniors! Join us to build and paint wind chimes, socialize
with peers, and enjoy the scenery of our gorgeous park. All materials provided.
Ages 55+. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Trout Pond. Use your observation skills and join the I BIRD NY Challenge
by identifying any 10 bird species of your choosing in New York State. All
participants will be awarded a commemorative patch, given a completion
certificate, and entered into a drawing for great birding prizes when challenge
sheets are submitted to birdingchallenge@dec.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Trout Pond. Use your observation skills and join the I BIRD NY Challenge
by identifying any 10 bird species of your choosing in New York State. All
participants will be awarded a commemorative patch, given a completion
certificate, and entered into a drawing for great birding prizes when challenge
sheets are submitted to birdingchallenge@dec.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
This is a guided hike on a
lesser-known trail along the Hudson River with the added interest of logging
history and old foundations. This 3.5-mile hike has some steeper parts. Meet at
the office and convoy or carpool to the trailhead. Please wear the appropriate
attire for the weather- sunscreen, bug spray and water-resistant hiking shoes.
The cost is $5 for adults, payable by cash or check at the office upon your
arrival. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
This is a guided hike on a
lesser-known trail along the Hudson River with the added interest of logging
history and old foundations. This 3.5-mile hike has some steeper parts. Meet at
the office and convoy or carpool to the trailhead. Please wear the appropriate
attire for the weather- sunscreen, bug spray and water-resistant hiking shoes.
The cost is $5 for adults, payable by cash or check at the office upon your
arrival. Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join an educator for a one hour walk on the park's trails to discover native plants and learn about their natural history. This program is geared toward adults but all ages are welcome. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Roberto Clemente State Park
Department of Motor Vehicle coming to Roberto Clemente State Park. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to get a REAL / Enhanced ID. For more information click here.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 12:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Enjoy
FREE house access and landscape tours at Olana State Historic Site from 12:30
PM – 6:00 PM. Advanced reservations are not available; timed-entry house
tickets and guided landscape tickets can be reserved on-site, day-of, in the
Museum Store. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Space
is limited. Museum Store: 11:00 AM –
6:00 PM. Tour Hours: 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Time travel back to Olana's ice age past! Join
geologist Robert Titus for a walking tour showcasing Olana's artist-designed
landscape through science and storytelling. During this program, participants
will learn more about the geological history of Olana and the forces that shaped Frederic Church's masterwork.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Drop by for a special free performance by folk musician Naomi
Westwater. Bring a picnic and listen to
lively tunes as you enjoy Olana's landscape.
Performance will take place outdoors near the Main House; check in at Olana's Visitor Center for more
information day-of.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Join our educators on
this guided walk to learn and collect invasive plants in the park. We'll then
press these plants to create art! Ages 8 and up. Click here
to
register.
Registration: Required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Drop by for a
special free performance by Perry Allen and a special jazz trio. Bring a picnic
and listen to lively tunes as you watch Olana's spectacular end-of-summer
sunset. Performance will take place outdoors near the Main House; check in at
Olana's Visitor Center for more information day-of.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Sep
Thursday, September 19, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
**VITRUAL on Zoom**
What did the "Gilded Age" mean to the free,
Black community of the Staatsburg village? Join site staff for a one-hour
conversation exploring that question through census records, historic maps, and
the larger context of race relations during the Gilded Age. Often pushed to the
outskirts of society by White Americans, Black men and women were nonetheless
able to foster a strong community in the face of constant adversity. Long
marginalized in the historical narrative, the free Black community of the
Staatsburg village reveals the triumphs and struggles of generations of African
Americans in the Hudson Valley.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. During this program, we will take an approximately one mile walk on
the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park, which can be
muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear
waterproof boots or shoes and bring binoculars and a birding field guide, or a
smart device with a field guide installed. Interested participants are welcome
to attend one or all Friday programs. The total number of participants for
this program is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the
Gardiner Library, in the lower parking area. No pre-registration is
required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner Library directly at
845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join an Environmental Educator on a guided walk through the southern end of the park to spot and identify songbirds during their fall mi-gration. Bring your binoculars and wear sturdy shoes. This 40-minute adventure is perfect for nature lovers ages 7 and up. Fall Migration Friday meets at the Carlsbad Pavilion on East-West Road.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Every Friday this summer, join us for a story, craft, and
small hike. Meet at recreation building by south side of Harlow Lake near the
new kayak launch. ages 3-6.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
(845) 647-7989
Dust off your old, field identification guide and join Becca
Howe-Parisio, Environmental Educator, on a hike to learn how to use it. On this
three-mile, moderate adventure, we will look at trees and use a field guide to
identify different trees growing in the Park Preserve. Taking the time to learn
tree identification by working your way through the multiple steps of a field
guide reinforces the unique characteristics of that tree. This leaves a more
durable memory than the quick impression made when using apps on technology. Do
not fret if you don't own a tree field guide, there will be field guides
available to borrow. Field Guide Friday will be a monthly program, focusing on
different topics as the seasons change. This program is suited for anyone old enough
to read and who is interested in learning how to use a book to identify plants,
insects, and more. Participants must bring water and snacks and
wear appropriate
hiking shoes. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration
is required by calling the Sam's Point Visitor Center at 845-647-7989.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that
explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of
Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century
technology and labor that made the estate run.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an
industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's
best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an
industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's
best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journey's down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here
to
register.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Bring a blanket and enjoy live music at Jay
Heritage Center with Rye's very own Paul Jensen and his band, Urban Coyotes!
Blending electric and acoustic instruments with multi-part harmonies Urban
Coyotes perform a diverse mix of rock and folk classics as well as original
music from Jensen. Come hear your favorite songs from Tom Petty, U2, Zac Brown
Band and more! Please check out our website for more information.
Registration: Not required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journey's down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here
to
register.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journey's down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here
to
register.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Did you know that the famous horseman ride in The
Legend of Sleepy Hollow likely took place here in the Preserve? Actually,
there are quite a few lesser-known legends that take place on this land. The
names of some of our most iconic locations (Spook Rock, Ravens Rock, Witch's
Spring) come from stories that have been told by locals dating back hundreds of
years. Join Ranger Su (tonight as "Major Su") for a
2-mile twilight hike to visit some of these locations and hear their stories.
Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 30
people. Cost: $4.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Parade Grounds parking area, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. Special educational gathering by the Rochester Area
Mycological Society. A morning foray followed by a public display of the
mushrooms in the afternoon.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Parade Grounds parking area, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. Special educational gathering by the Rochester Area
Mycological Society. A morning foray followed by a public display of the
mushrooms in the afternoon.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Walk along the shore of beautiful Long Island
Sound looking at sea shells, rocks and seaweeds. Also discussed will be how
Long Island and the Sound was formed. What is a Sound anyhow?
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Experience nature through painting! Learn the
watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann,
as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own
supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Max: 10 people.
Cost: $8
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Frida Kahlo painted sugar skulls as reflections between life and death. Create sugar skull masks to spark your own creativity! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
We double dog dare you
to join us for a hike along the High Point Trail with your furry best friend.
By the end of the hike your pup will have gained the high honor of becoming a
BARK ranger and receive a prize. All participating dogs need to be up to date
on vaccinations and have a maximum of a 6ft leash.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Learn what it was like to prepare
for winter in the 18th and 19th centuries! From pickling
to drying to salting and smoking, presenter Tom Hunt will discuss and
demonstrate many of the techniques used in early American food preservation.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
September is National Self Care Month! Join us in making natural products that you can use at home to pamper yourself. Adult Program (ages 18 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Annie Mardiney,
wildlife rehabilitator from Wild Mountain Birds, for an up-close and personal
look at some of the raptors common to the Shawangunk Ridge. Live education
birds may include red-tailed hawk, broad-winged hawk, American kestrel, barred
owl, screech owl, and great horned owl. Stop by the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center to meet these amazing and beautiful animals in person. No dogs at this
program, please. Meet
on the lawn on the south side of the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. This is
a drop-in program and pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a walk around the lake where we will locate and
identify mushrooms along the trail. Geared towards ages 14+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a walk around the lake where we will locate and
identify mushrooms along the trail. Geared towards ages 14+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Celebrate the autumnal equinox during this
special event co-hosted by certified forest therapist, Cindy Olsen, and sound
healer, Dayna Gralla. Enjoy a mindful stroll in the woods and connect with
nature through sensory exploration inspired by the Japanese practice of
Shinrin-yoku, "forest bathing". This journey will lead you to the Glacial
Erratic for a restorative sound healing experience where crystal singing bowls,
chimes, and a variety of soothing instruments will guide your meditation.
Finish with herbal tea under the trees as you take a moment to reflect. The
walk is about 1 mile round trip. No pets please. Max: 30 people. Ages 18+.
Cost: $8.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins
within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once
the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike
will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic
estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the
development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven
terrain, requiring sturdy footwear. Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
We double dog dare you
to join us for a hike along the High Point Trail with your furry best friend.
By the end of the hike your pup will have gained the high honor of becoming a
BARK ranger and receive a prize. All participating dogs need to be up to date
on vaccinations and have a maximum of a 6ft leash.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Bring your furry friend on this casual walk
along our scenic overlooks of the Niagara Gorge. It is not necessary to have a
dog to participate, however, all dogs must be up to date on immunizations,
leashed, and under control. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Bear Mountain State Park
Learn about
Biodiversity & Local Habitats! Get your Biodiversity Passport and visit our
Pond, River, Forest, Woodland Pool, Rocky Summit & Grassland habitat
stations to learn what you can do to promote biodiversity and help the plants
and animals that call these habitats home. Participate in fun educational
activities to earn a stamp at each station and earn a prize when you fill your
passport!
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
A celebration highlighting
many aspects of the trade markets held in Rensselaerwyck and throughout the
colonial era Hudson River Valley. Historical reenactors, 17th & 18th
century music, Sutlers, Native American performance and a variety of exciting
demonstrations will be available, along with games and activities. The museum
will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours and the Piece of Heaven
food truck will be on site all day.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center, Ages 14+.
Join artist Diane Steele
in this introduction to watercolor techniques and painting. All supplies will
be provided. $20.00 per person cash due upon arrival. Please bring a lunch. We
will break for lunch at noon.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Grafton Lakes State Park's Fire tower has a long history and has had a
huge impact on the community. Join a state park educator, a fire tower steward,
and several other people who have a deep connection to the fire tower. Listen
to stories and learn about the history of the tower, who knows, maybe by the
end, you will want to volunteer to be a fire tower steward as well! Call
to register at (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center, Ages 14+.
Join artist Diane Steele
in this introduction to watercolor techniques and painting. All supplies will
be provided. $20.00 per person cash due upon arrival. Please bring a lunch. We
will break for lunch at noon.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Trailside Museums And Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park
Learn about Biodiversity & Local Habitats! Get your Biodiversity Passport and visit our Pond, River, Forest, Woodland Pool, Rocky Summit & Grassland habitat stations to learn what you can do to promote biodiversity and help the plants and animals that call these habitats home. Participate in fun educational activities to earn a stamp at each station and earn a prize when you fill your passport!
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Join us for a special commemoraton of the Semiquincentennial (250th) of the
American Revolution including: Museum of the American Revolution's First Oval Office Project.
View replicas of the tents which served as General Washington's field office, sleeping quarters
and mobile command center of the Continental Army between 1778 and 1783. Explore the
tents and learn about different people of the time, and what their lives were like during this
struggle for independence. Visit with General George Washington & Martha Washington, as portrayed by John
Koopman III and Sandy Spector. View military drills and learn about camp life with reenactment regiments including the
experiences of Revolutionary War soldiers of African descent as portrayed by the Living
History Company. Speak with historic site staff from across the state to learn about their plans for the
Semiquincentennial. FOR MORE INFORMATION : CALL (845) 562-1195
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 12:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Thacher Park is a prime spot for viewing a variety of
fall-migrating raptors. Stop by the Hawk Watch table
to borrow a pair of binoculars and view these birds
of prey. N
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 12:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Thacher Park is a prime spot for viewing a variety of
fall-migrating raptors. Stop by the Hawk Watch table
to borrow a pair of binoculars and view these birds
of prey. N
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Visit the newly restored Coesa Spring House, completed in partnership with the Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park and Parks & Trails NY. This area features a restored spring house, a new patio area with benches and a fountain handmade by a local sculptor. Come try the famous water and enjoy the view! This guided walk will be approximately one mile long. Cups will be provided for tasting Coesa Spring.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Make a clay track of a wild animal to take home. Make your own track of your shoe print and find out how to use it for trail safety. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Inspired
by your time at Olana? Join The Olana Partnership educators for hands-on
artmaking using professional materials and a series of prompts to get your
creativity flowing.
Drop
in program, FREE. All materials provided. Located in the Wagon House Education
Center.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Learn the basics of mushroom identification during this 1-mile
hike and create a mushroom craft as a souvenir. All ages. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Learn the basics of mushroom identification during this 1-mile
hike and create a mushroom craft as a souvenir. All ages. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grant Cottage State Historic Site
Join us to
celebrate the U.N.'s International Day of Peace by learning about the
relationship between people and the gardens of Earth, seed preservation, Native
diets and meals, natural pest control, and the importance of the Circle of
Life.
Our presenter is
storyteller and author Joseph (Joe) Bruchac of Greenfield Center, N.Y. The
program is based on his book, Native American Gardening. The book was
co-authored with Michael J. Caduto and shares stories, projects, and recipes
for families. Joe's poems, articles, and stories have appeared in over 500
publications, and he is the author of more than 170 books for adults and
children. Much of his writing is drawn from his connection to the Adirondack
Mountain foothills town where he grew up and his Abenaki ancestry.
This is the second program in our
2024 Grant Cottage Literary Landmark Author Series. A book
signing will follow the program.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Volunteer to help us
clean litter off the shoreline at the Fountain Water Access Area! All materials
provided. Click here for more information.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters
and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The
Gilded Age. Led by a costumed
interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a
busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what
viewers saw on TV.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
Join Gary Petagine and Sean Grady as they act out the Court Martial of Major John
Andre, who had been captured in Tarrytown with the plans for West Point in his
boot. Transferred to Tappan, NY, his trial took place at the Dutch Reformed
Church. Hear historical details of the tribunal
of one of the Revolution's most notorious spies. Please arrive early to secure
a seat for this popular performance. Audience
seating begins at 1:45 p.m.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center. All ages.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
We double dog dare you
to join us for a hike along the High Point Trail with your furry best friend.
By the end of the hike your pup will have gained the high honor of becoming a
BARK ranger and receive a prize. All participating dogs need to be up to date
on vaccinations and have a maximum of a 6ft leash.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Buried Barrel Hard Cider in Castile, NY. Hear stories, folklore, and true legends of Letchworth State
Park and the Genesee Valley from the cidery within sight of the park's Castile
entrance. Meet at Buried Barrel Hard Cider, 6517 Denton Corners Road, Castile,
NY.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Buried Barrel Hard Cider in Castile, NY. Hear stories, folklore, and true legends of Letchworth State
Park and the Genesee Valley from the cidery within sight of the park's Castile
entrance. Meet at Buried Barrel Hard Cider, 6517 Denton Corners Road, Castile,
NY.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center. All ages.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
We double dog dare you
to join us for a hike along the High Point Trail with your furry best friend.
By the end of the hike your pup will have gained the high honor of becoming a
BARK ranger and receive a prize. All participating dogs need to be up to date
on vaccinations and have a maximum of a 6ft leash.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join us every other Saturday at Grafton Lakes and learn all about trail
running. Accepting all skill levels and welcoming all faces! Our social runs
will continue into fall. Call to register at (518) 279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Celebrate the start of a new season with a
Sunrise Stroll on the World's Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge. During
the vernal and autumnal equinoxes, the sun rises in line with the Walkway deck,
making for a spectacular photo opportunity. We're opening the gates early
on both approaches to allow everyone to enjoy this magnificent
experience. There's no cost to attend Sunrise Stroll.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Enjoy the first day of fall with Guardians Pat and
Jim on a 4-mile hike to Eagle Hill and back. We'll venture along Nature's Way,
stopping at the Glacial Erratic to bask in its imposing presence before
continuing down Old Sleepy Hollow Rd. The hike will move at a moderate pace and
will include some hills. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 30 people. Cost: FREE
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Have you ever wondered why
the Shawangunk Ridge looks so unique? Why the jagged, rocky outcrops are a
dazzling white and why massive boulders lie in heaps at the base of the cliffs?
Have these questions and more answered by Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator. Josh's geology table will
feature multiple models and photographs to explain the timeline of how these
impressive features came to be, from the recycling of rock from an ancient
mountain range to the bulldozing effects of the glaciers that receded during
the last ice age. Stop by this educational table outside the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center to have a quick chat before you head out on your hike. All ages
are welcome! For more
information or questions, please contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at
845-255-0752. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. This is a drop-in program and pre-registration is NOT
required.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Genesee Valley Greenway State Park
Meet just down the road from festival grounds at 5
Bull Street, Cuba, NY. Walk off the excellent Cuba Garlic Festival food on
Cuba's beautiful piece of this 90-mile trail corridor that follows the Genesee
River to Rochester. The Friends of the Genesee Valley Greenway will be at
Garlic Fest!
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Happy first day of Fall! Celebrate the start of Fall with an educator! We will take a short hike, talk about the changes we will see in nature during this time of year, and create a Fall-inspired craft. Family Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Knox Farm State Park
Stroll through Knox Farm during the fall
equinox. Enjoy a guided walk to observe nature's changes during the fall
season. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join
a discussion with staff from Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture and
Rockefeller State Park Preserve on regenerative livestock management and the
role of herbivores on grasslands ecosystems. We'll cover the basic
principles of rotational grazing, the important function of each species
of livestock in a diverse farm ecosystem, and the role livestock play in
increasing wildlife diversity and soil fertility. Learn about our synergistic
partnership and how shared agricultural land management practices support the
regional ecosystem and stewardship in the Preserve. Stop by anytime within the
4-hour window. Cost: FREE, registration recommended in case there are
changes due to inclement weather. Parking available at either Stone Barns or
the Preserve's main entrance.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
A celebration highlighting
many aspects of the trade markets held in Rensselaerwyck and throughout the
colonial era Hudson River Valley. Historical reenactors, 17th & 18th
century music, Sutlers, Native American performance and a variety of exciting
demonstrations will be available, along with games and activities. The museum
will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours and the Piece of Heaven
food truck will be on site all day.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Join a tour guide at the Creekside Classroom to learn about the mineral springs in the park. Cups will be provided for tasting the springs.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
The NYS DMV Mobile Unit will be stationed at the park,
just in time to offer on-the-spot access to Enhanced or REAL IDs! These will be
required to travel domestically or internationally starting in 2025. See link
for more info.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Join us for a 2-mile guided hike to celebrate the autumnal
equinox! Please note, the trail is not stroller-friendly. All ages. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Join us for a 2-mile guided hike to celebrate the autumnal
equinox! Please note, the trail is not stroller-friendly. All ages. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
The American Legion Post 739 organize and
present monthly Flag Changing Ceremonies on the Walkway to honor our region's
veterans and their service to our country. These events, organized and
presented by these local veterans' organizations, are open to all who wish to
attend.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
Travel through the Preserve's unique history on a guided biking tour. All participants must bring their own bike.* Reservation taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Celebrate the fall equinox with a 1.75 guided hike on the Hemlock Trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. The trailhead is located on Crescent Avenue across from the casino.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Since relocating to the Lorenzo grounds in 1997, the Rippleton Schoolhouse has served as a place to "live history." Hundreds of Central New York pupils attend classes in our restored one-room schoolhouse each year. Since 2002, the Friends of Lorenzo have hosted this annual event welcoming "kids of all ages" to participate in period games, enjoy live music, refreshments, horse-drawn wagon rides, fall crafts, and more! For more information call 315-655-3200 or visit https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/lorenzo/details/aspx
*Admission to the event is free*
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Join us for a special commemoraton of the Semiquincentennial (250th) of the American Revolution including: Museum of the American Revolution's First Oval Office Project. View replicas of the tents which served as General Washington's field office, sleeping quarters and mobile command center of the Continental Army between 1778 and 1783. Explore the tents and learn about different people of the time, and what their lives were like during this struggle for independence. Visit with General George Washington & Martha Washington, as portrayed by John Koopman III and Sandy Spector. View military drills and learn about camp life with reenactment regiments including the experiences of Revolutionary War soldiers of African descent as portrayed by the Living History Company. Speak with historic site staff from across the state to learn about their plans for the Semiquincentennial. FOR MORE INFORMATION : CALL (845) 562-1195
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Meet at Visitor Center.
Cornelia
Livingston's sewing table is one of the most eye-catching pieces in Clermont's
collection. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the material history and the
systems of labor and industry hidden beneath the surface of this beautiful
mother-of-pearl and papier-mâché piece from the mid-nineteenth century. This
lecture will cover the origins of papier-mâché and lacquer work furniture
before diving into the history of the pearling industry before and throughout
the Industrial Revolution.
Please
note: The cost of the event is $5 per person, please be prepared to
pay at the door. Space is limited.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
(914) 965-4027
On September 23, 1780, British Major John André was
captured in Westchester County on his way back from a treasonous meeting with
American General Benedict Arnold. In honor of that history, join us in the
Gothic Chamber for "The Scarlet Coat," a 1955 film based on the Arnold-André
events. Our historians will give the real historical context behind the
Hollywood take plus movie trivia.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 until Sunday, September 29, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This 90-minute walk in the village of
Staatsburg will explore the estate's close relationship with the nearby village
and its connection to the Mills family.
A guide will discuss historic buildings and highlight hidden locations
in the village that demonstrate Staatsburg's vibrant past and the lasting
legacy of Ruth and Ogden Mills beyond the estate walls. Cost: free
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
We'll
be celebrating the Autumn Equinox by the fire with s'mores and some local
storytellers who will have family friendly stories for the evening. This is for
all ages. $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon
arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
We'll
be celebrating the Autumn Equinox by the fire with s'mores and some local
storytellers who will have family friendly stories for the evening. This is for
all ages. $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon
arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an
expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the
Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request.
Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE.
Registration: Required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Geared toward children aged
3-8, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature.
We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then
take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks,
rocks, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the
weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival.
Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Geared toward children aged
3-8, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature.
We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a book or two and then
take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks,
rocks, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the
weather. The cost is $1 per child (cash or check) at the office upon arrival.
Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow
children ages 3 – 6 (must be
accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world.
Themes change with each program, and
activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short
nature walk.
Registration: Not required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow
children ages 3 – 6 (must be
accompanied by an adult) to explore the natural world.
Themes change with each program, and
activities may include storybook reading, crafts, or a short
nature walk.
Registration: Not required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
23
Sep
Monday, September 23, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Designed for both birding enthusiasts and those
just looking to learn the basics, this weekly series will offer outings led by
Nick Martin, Park Educator, or an experienced birding volunteer. Participants
should bring binoculars, water, and wear hiking shoes or boots. Outing
destinations will be determined the day of the program. Poor weather conditions
will trigger a program cancellation. Participants will meet at the Lake
Minnewaska entrance. Participants MUST arrive prior to the start of the
program, but no earlier than 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 am. Late arrivals will NOT be allowed in the Park
Preserve. The total number of participants for this program is limited
to twenty-five individuals. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska entrance. For
questions, please call 845-255-0752 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
This program is set up on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 08:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Explore Shingle Gully, 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, approximately six-mile adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet. It
includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles and is only
appropriate for experienced hikers. To register, please visit http://samspoint.eventbrite.com.
Pre-registration deadline: September 19.
Registration: Required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
This
hike is about 2.5 miles of mostly flat terrain. We will start on the nature trail and continue onto the mud pond trail
which will take us on a nice hike around the pond with a water view most of the
way. We will see what mother nature has
to offer and stop along the way for water and teachable moments.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
This
hike is about 2.5 miles of mostly flat terrain. We will start on the nature trail and continue onto the mud pond trail
which will take us on a nice hike around the pond with a water view most of the
way. We will see what mother nature has
to offer and stop along the way for water and teachable moments.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for an adventurous,
six-mile hike to Gertrude's Nose and back on the same route. This footpath,
which traverses an escarpment edge, offers one of the most expansive views in
Minnewaska. From our start at Lake Minnewaska, this route will follow Millbrook
Mountain Carriage Road to Gertrude's Nose Footpath, which offers broad views of
the Wallkill Valley, Taconic Mountains, and beyond. This modestly challenging
hike includes a steep rock scramble, a few hills, and some tricky footing.
Participants must bring water, snacks, and lunch and wear appropriate hiking
shoes. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at
845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play
group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather
permitting. Click here to register!
Registration: Required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Experience the museum's most famous exhibit and hear
its wild origin story. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See traditional Onondawagah (Seneca) agricultural
tools and family practices, many of which are taught by the Seneca today. Hear
where to learn more about Seneca arts and culture. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Explore a different part of our beautiful park each week and learn about all the flora and fauna that resides here. Meet
at Sumner Rd parking area.
Registration: Not required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator at the
nature center for another homeschool pop-up with the topic of food chains in
the wild. We will talk about how the order in which living things depend on
each other to survive! This class is geared toward aged 6+ homeschool groups but
is open to the public (siblings welcome). The class is $1 per child. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator at the
nature center for another homeschool pop-up with the topic of food chains in
the wild. We will talk about how the order in which living things depend on
each other to survive! This class is geared toward aged 6+ homeschool groups but
is open to the public (siblings welcome). The class is $1 per child. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. A Great Depression era federal work program brought
teenagers and twenty-somethings to build park roads, bridges, cabins, shelters,
pavilions, and safety walls we use today. Hear their stories. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Grab a warm sweater and a blanket! It's that time of the year again,
lets go out sit by the fire and tell stories like we always have. Join us early
on at 7 for a reading of a kid's book by the fire, and stay late for 8 where we
get to tell some scary stories. Bring your best scary story, some snacks, and a
warm smile so you're ready to meet some new people and enjoy the night! OH, and
the best part is, we will have SMORES!!! Call 518-279-1155 to register.
Registration: Required
Wed
25
Sep
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Peer
into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. View the
night sky through a telescope and observe Saturn, a double star system, star
clusters and more! Max: 20 people. Cost: $4.
Registration: Required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Creekside Classroom Environmental Education Center
Want to hike the Geyser Trail but don't know where to start? This guided hike is for you! Let us lead you through your first experience on this trail so that you can enjoy it for years to come! This moderate trail is approximately 3 miles long and the hike will last two hours. Please wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. The hike will begin and end at the Creekside Classroom.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Learn about a different nature theme each week with crafts, a
story time and guided walk. Best for ages 5 and under. Click here
to register!
Registration: Required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Irish girl turned landowner, mother, and Onondawagah
(Seneca) historical icon. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Thu
26
Sep
Thursday, September 26, 2024 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Had enough of the
stomping? Come learn how to repurpose Spotted Lanternflies through making
jewelry! All ages. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. During this program, we will take an approximately one mile walk on
the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park, which can be
muddy and wet, especially after a rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear
waterproof boots or shoes and bring binoculars and a birding field guide, or a
smart device with a field guide installed. Interested participants are welcome
to attend one or all Friday programs. The total number of participants for
this program is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the
Gardiner Library, in the lower parking area. No pre-registration is
required. For more information, please contact the Gardiner Library directly at
845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Awaken
your senses and tune in to nature in this embodied experience with Linda
Parker. You'll be amazed at what you notice when you home in on one sense at a
time. Take this opportunity to quiet your mind and connect with the forest
using this unique approach. Max: 15 people.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is
offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will
be a beginner's hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and
caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if
their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we
will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers
will not work for these programs. While you do not need to attend each week, we
will continue to build our toddlers hiking skills as well as their caregivers'
confidence taking the children into the woods to explore. This event does not
have sign ups, please come if you can. We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any
questions call 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Darien Lakes State Park
Every Friday this summer, join us for a story, craft, and
small hike. Meet at recreation building by south side of Harlow Lake near the
new kayak launch. ages 3-6.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
A guided walk through the estate's grounds that
explores how the landscape was designed to reflect the luxurious lifestyle of
Staatsburgh's owners, while deliberately hiding the turn-of-the-century
technology and labor that made the estate run.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See where William Pryor Letchworth transformed an industrial zone into a beautiful country estate that would grow into America's best state park, with a view of the Glen Iris mansion itself. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a lesson on which native and common garden plants
can be used to brew homemade teas! Geared towards ages 12+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a lesson on which native and common garden plants
can be used to brew homemade teas! Geared towards ages 12+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of
caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging.
Get the inside scoop on how metamorphosis actually works. If
there are adult butterflies ready for release, help attach their ID tags and send
them on their way to Mexico. Hear how you can help monarch butterflies succeed
on their endangered migration.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Hunt for caterpillars, then get behind the scenes of
caterpillar raising and butterfly tagging.
Get the inside scoop on how metamorphosis actually works. If
there are adult butterflies ready for release, help attach their ID tags and send
them on their way to Mexico. Hear how you can help monarch butterflies succeed
on their endangered migration.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. See how the hardest American canal job ever attempted
was hand-dug from the City of Rochester to the farms of Olean, NY, 90 miles
through forests, fields, and canyons. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Come join us for a
relaxing evening of watercolor painting by the shoreline. All supplies
provided, no experience necessary. All ages. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us for a
relaxing kayak tour where we will be watching the sunset overlook Jamaica Bay!
Prior kayaking experience required. Ages 15+ only. Registration required.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Take a guided hike around sunset through the Preserve to see what kind of wildlife are out and about. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:30 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.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 06:45 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Calling all night owls! The Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will have
telescopes to give you a tour of the night sky during this free program held at
the Deerfield Pavilion.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an
expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the
Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request.
Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Each fall, thousands of raptors, including eagles, hawks, and
falcons, migrate south over the Shawangunk Mountains on the way to their
wintering grounds. Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, at the Beacon Hill field
and picnic area, to celebrate Fish and Wildlife Day as we watch for migrating
raptors. This area is located off the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, on the
east side of Lake Minnewaska, and next to the southern trailhead for the Beacon
Hill Footpath. There will be an information table set up for those who want to
learn more about these amazing animals. If the weather conditions are ideal, we
will see broad-winged hawks and other raptors as they fly by or overhead, as
they migrate south. For those wanting a closer view of these birds, we'll have
a spotting scope to look through and binoculars to borrow. This program will be
cancelled in the event of rain.
For more information or
questions, please contact Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
or the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the Beacon Hill
field and picnic area. This is a drop-in program
and pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
A slow 2.5 mile walk exploring nature in the woods and grass meadows of the southern section of the park. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Help us take care of our park and promote a balanced and healthy
ecosystem by removing invasive species. Wear boots, long pants, and long socks
to practice tick safety. Best for ages 12+. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
Help us take care of our park and promote a balanced and healthy
ecosystem by removing invasive species. Wear boots, long pants, and long socks
to practice tick safety. Best for ages 12+. Click here to
register.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Come for a unique, walking tour
of one of the Hudson Valley's most dramatic battle sites! Using firsthand accounts and archaeological
data, this tour will chart the flow of the battle of the Twin Forts starting at
Bear Mtn and ending up at Fort Clinton (today site of Trailside Museums and Zoo)
focusing on the intense fighting that happened in and around Fort Clinton on
the day of the battle. Registration Required: Call (845) 446-2134 to Register or
for More Information.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game
library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Have you ever wondered what some of the ruins
within Mills and Norrie State Parks might be? The beautiful park land was once
the setting for grand Hudson Riverfront estates. This 90-minute guided hike
will lead visitors through the park, exploring the history of three historic
estates: from Staatsburgh's founding as a gentleman's farm in the 1700s to the
development of The Point and Stonehurst estates in the 19th century. The hike is approximately 1.5 miles of uneven
terrain, requiring sturdy footwear. Cost: free.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Learn about the life and art of American artist Charley Harper. Then create your own work of art in his style! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Learn about the life and art of American artist Charley Harper. Then create your own work of art in his style! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Welcome the Spooky Season with a Crafty Kids arts and
crafts day! Enjoy a snack as you decorate a spooky coffin deco box, paint a
treasure chest perfect for hiding candy, or let your imagination run wild with
our table full of Halloween craft supplies! Light instruction is offered,
creativity is encouraged.
This is a program for children; all children must be
accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child.
Please
note: The cost of the event is $5 per person
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Join Annie Mardiney,
wildlife rehabilitator from Wild Mountain Birds, for an up-close and personal
look at some of the raptors common to the Shawangunk Ridge. Live education
birds may include red-tailed hawk, broad-winged hawk, American kestrel, barred
owl, screech owl, and great horned owl. Stop by the Sam's Point Visitor Center
to meet these amazing and beautiful animals in person. No dogs at this program,
please. Meet on
the lawn by the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration
for this program is not required, however, reservations to get into Sam's Point
on weekends are required. You can reserve a parking spot through Reserve
America New York: https://bit.ly/3uPj21L.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park
After an 8-year
hiatus and for the first time since the opening of the Keeper's House, the
Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct are ecstatic to bring back their favorite
community party, Aquefest! Come out to the Keeper's House and help
celebrate the 100th anniversary of State Parks with games, crafts, art
projects, puppets and much more! For a full schedule of the day, visit www.Aqueduct.org. 11:00
AM-4:00 PM | Location: Keeper's House, Dobbs Ferry | Free | Ages: All Ages
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Learn the basics of rod and reel fishing and help us collect
valuable data for the East River Fish Project to support conservation efforts
in the East River! All ages. Click here
to register. Note:
No fishing on September 14th.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join
Nick Martin, Park Educator, for a drop-in program to get a close-up view of
various wildlife props at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Here at the Nature
Center, tables will be set up with touchable, natural items, such as snake skin
sheds, feathers, skulls, talons, nests, and more. This program is recommended
for anyone who is interested in nature and wildlife, however, children must be
accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. For more information or questions,
please contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the
Minnewaska Nature Center (located 100 yards east of the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center). This is a drop-in program and
pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
Step back in
time to the late 18th century! This free family-friendly outdoor festival
features costumed reenactors and hands-on activities. September was the time of
year when tenant farmers on the Philipse Manor would harvest their wheat and
start to bring it to the Philipse grist mills for assessment and grinding into
flour. September was also apple harvest time in the Philipse orchards. Try your
hand at grinding grain in a stone mill, grinding up apples for cider in a cider
press, and other hands-on activities.
Meet military
and civilian reenactors, including General George Washington and his horse
Nelson, members of Lord Dunmore's Ethiopian Regiment and the First Rhode Island
Regiment, Westchester Patriot Ann Miller, colonial era craftspeople, and more.
Enjoy live 18th century music from Carla & Keyes and try old-fashioned
country dancing. Visit a traveling exhibit from the Odell House/Rochambeau
Headquarters Museum. Play colonial-era games, try your hand at our
Revolutionary War spy activity, and learn more about the history of Westchester
County before and during the American Revolution.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Learn about the Ice Age animals who were here in the Delta Lake area 10,000 years ago. Learn how cave paintings were created. Make your own Cave Painting. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Have you ever wondered what a lizard's favorite food is? Wonder no more!
Join us for a talk about some of our Welcome Center animals -- what, why, and
how they eat the food that they do! This program will include an educational
portion, as well as a feeding of several of our reptiles during the program.
This free program is open to ages 4+ and will be held on Saturday, September
28th.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Have you ever wondered where the legends of fairies and unicorns come from? Join us for a discussion on folklore and its relationship to nature and a scavenger hunt. Children's Program (ages 6 and up). To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a lesson on the benefits of compost and how to
start a low-cost compost bin at your house. Geared towards ages 10+ Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join
a Nature Center educator for a lesson on the benefits of compost and how to
start a low-cost compost bin at your house. Geared towards ages 10+ Program is $5 per adult, $1 for kids under 18 (cash or
check). Please reserve your spot
24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Olana State Historic Site
Bring
a family heirloom, gift from a loved one, or any memorable object to this
workshop where students will prepare to express meaning through still-life
drawing. Participants will use charcoal to draw on newsprint and Strathmore
papers, participating in demos as they work from the objects.
This program is offered in
collaboration with Woodstock School of Art on occasion of the exhibition Afterglow:
Frederic Church and the Landscape of Memory. To learn more, visit
Olana.org/afterglow.
$74 per student; register at Woodstock School
of Art. Workshops -
Woodstock School of Art
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at Parade Grounds parking lot, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. A new series of nature walks aimed to immerse
participants into the diversity of habitats that can be found in Letchworth
State Park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at Parade Grounds parking lot, enter at 9280
Parade Grounds Road, Hunt, NY. A new series of nature walks aimed to immerse
participants into the diversity of habitats that can be found in Letchworth
State Park.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park)
Come check out our classroom, outdoor reading room, and game library! All ages! Note: No Open Hours on 9/7 and 9/14.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters
and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The
Gilded Age. Led by a costumed
interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a
busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what
viewers saw on TV.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
FREE KITES
to first 150 children 15 or under
(Courtesy of Friends of the State Historic Sites of the
Hudson Highlands.) Get a kite or bring your own, and fly
it on the grand east lawn
overlooking the Hudson River.
Site Open 11 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Explore the Museum's exhibits. Take a
guided tour of historic Hasbrouck House,
Washington's Newburgh Headquarters.
(Tours of the Tower of Victory unavailable due to this event.)
FREE ADMISSION ALL DAY thanks to
Friends of the State Historic Sites of the
Hudson Highlands.
For more information call:
(845) 562-1195
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Celebrate
National Fish and Wildlife Day with master falconer, James Eyring, and enjoy
this rare opportunity to observe birds of prey in action! Watch flight and
hunting demonstrations, learn about their habits and adaptations, and find out
what you can do to help support these species and conserve the habitats they
rely on. Sorry, no
dogs or horses allowed. Cost: FREE, registration recommended in case there are
changes due to inclement weather
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Join us for a
beginner paddling class! No prior experience required. All materials
provided. 15+ only. ALL minors must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to register
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Bring your headlamps for this one! Come out to Grafton for a social
kayak tour of Graton's own Long Pond. Enjoy the company of your very own tour
guide as you take a relaxing stroll through sunset. Don't have a kayak? No
Problem! We can supply a limited amount of kayaks for folks interested in
joining us on the pond!
$10
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for a bike ride to Lake Awosting and a loop hike in the
Minnewaska back country. Starting on Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, we'll ride
to Upper Awosting Carriage Road, which we'll follow until it ends at Lake Awosting. From here, we'll continue along the Lake Awosting Carriage Road until we reach
the beach area, where we'll lock and leave our bikes on a bike rack. Next,
we'll grab our backpacks and hike a scenic loop along Spruce Glen and Scenic
Trail footpaths, stopping at Murray Hill for the views, before walking back to
the beach along the edge of Lake Awosting, where we'll stop for lunch. For our return ride, we'll cruise along a short section of Castle Point
Carriage Road until we connect with Hamilton Point Carriage Road, which offers
gorgeous sweeping views of the Palmaghatt Ravine. Then, we'll ride the last
part of our journey along Millbrook Mountain and Lake Minnewaska Carriage
Roads. The total distance for the bike ride is approximately nine miles and the
hike distance is approximately one and a half miles. Participants must bring
their own bikes, equipment, food and water. Only Class 1, pedal-assist,
electric bikes are allowed in the Park Preserve. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center Upper Parking Lot. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Our gardens are magnificent during the summer months! Enjoy Japanese anemone, sunflowers and cone flowers. Spend a morning by our calming reflecting pool or wander through our new Japanese Cherry tree allée. Two days a week you can enjoy docent-led experiences or follow a self-guided tour following our QR code signs. Drop in for a lesson, talks, and workshops led by JHC's Director of Horticulture and Garden Education, Lucia Maestro and special guest speakers. Please visit our website or email Lucia for more information: hortdirector.JHC@gmail.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Knox Farm State Park
Enjoy a leisurely walk with your dog and a
Park Naturalist to see the fall foliage. It is not necessary to have a dog to
participate, however, all dogs in attendance must be up to date on
immunizations, leashed, and under control. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Explore Shingle Gully, 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, approximately six-mile adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet. It
includes off-trail bushwhacking and steep rock scrambles and is only
appropriate for experienced hikers. To register, please visit http://samspoint.eventbrite.com.
Pre-registration deadline: September 24.
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Senate House State Historic Site
Experience some key autumn activities from the 18th century and enjoy the season! There will be demonstrations of blacksmithing, meat smoking, candle dipping, pressing apples, and more. There will also be live performances of juggling, fire spitting, and unicycling!
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Jay Heritage Center
Families welcome! $20/individual $50/family
Enjoy one of most
beloved events of the year! Bring your children to Jay Day and experience all
of the wonderful things our park can offer including live bluegrass music from
NYC's own Citigrass, pony rides, face painting, boat races, food trucks and
more!
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Evangola State Park
Create a nature journal then join a Park
Naturalist on a guided walk to find wildlife to fill the pages. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clermont State Historic Site
Join Robert Titus, retired professor of Geology, and
Johanna Titus, retired professor of Biology, for a talk about the Hudson River
School of Art and the Ice Age!
During the 19th century there was something of a cultural
Renaissance right here in the Hudson Valley region. America's first worldclass
literature appeared. We also saw the birth of American landscape architecture.
Most importantly, led by Thomas Cole, we saw the appearance of the Hudson
Valley School of Art. In short, our region became the center of a truly
important cultural movement. None of this, we argue, would ever have happened
if the Hudson Valley, especially the North Lake area, had not been so heavily
glaciated. We
take our readers to see how the North Lake glaciers
created the landscapes that so inspired the great artists of those times.
Robert and Johanna Titus are best known as popular
science writers. Over the years they have written for several regional
magazines, including Kaatskill Life and Tri-County Historical Reviews, as well
as the Mountain Eagle and the Columbia Paper. They have authored five books on
the Catskills and Hudson Valley geology. The Titus's run The Catskill Geologist
Facebook page and a blog site, thecatskillgeologist.com
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Did you know mushrooms are more similar to humans than plants? Join us in learning all about the fascinating world of fungi through discussions and hands on learning activities! Children's Program (ages 6 and up).To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Nissequogue River State Park
Kayak the Nissequogue River on a scenic Nature Tour to see birds, turtles and more! Must bring your own kayak and lifejacket. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join
us for a family-friendly day of live music, activities, and guided hikes at our
second annual Abilities Celebration! With our well-maintained carriage roads, Rockefeller State Park Preserve is uniquely suited to
welcome individuals of all abilities. We aim to create an inclusive environment
where everyone can be grounded in nature and connected to their
community. We'll be debuting our two new Mountain Trike all-terrain chairs,
which guests will have the opportunity to test, as well as the Action Trackchair
and the GRIT Freedom Chair. You'll get to meet some
lovable therapy dogs and be sure to chat with our partner organizations to
learn about adaptive outdoor recreation in our area. You're guaranteed to leave
with a renewed sense of adventure and community! Cost: FREE
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Let's go down to the marsh to seine, collect, and identify animals in this brackish water environment. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
This tour highlights the real-life characters
and themes at Staatsburgh that parallel Downton Abbey and HBO's The
Gilded Age. Led by a costumed
interpreter, the tour shows how the Mills family and their servants conducted a
busy weekend of high society entertaining, comparing Staatsburgh to what
viewers saw on TV.
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students,
Children 12 & under are free
Registration: Required
Mon
30
Sep
Monday, September 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
30
Sep
Monday, September 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
(518) 793-0511
Join an educator on a
peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available or
bring your own kayak. This program is for people aged 18 and older if you need
to rent a kayak or 13+ if you have your own kayak. The cost is $5 (or $15 including
kayak rental). Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please reserve your spot 24-hours in
advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.
Registration: Required
Mon
30
Sep
Monday, September 30, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Mon
30
Sep
Monday, September 30, 2024 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum. Get the full scope of Mr. Letchworth's charity work of
the 1800s, from becoming an epileptologist and funding Craig Colony for people
with epilepsy to building orphanages and donating his land to create Letchworth
State Park. Onsite.
Registration: Not required
Tue
01
Oct
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Thu
03
Oct
Thursday, October 3, 2024 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journeys down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Thu
03
Oct
Thursday, October 3, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journeys down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Thu
03
Oct
Thursday, October 3, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Gantry Plaza State Park
Come see our newest
puppet show: A Sturgeon's Life for Me! Follow the journey of a baby sturgeon as
he journeys down the Hudson River meeting friends along the way! All ages.
Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Fri
04
Oct
Friday, October 4, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Fort Niagara State Park
From the river to the lake and everything
between, learn about what makes Fort Niagara special! Registration required at
Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
04
Oct
Friday, October 4, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Observe different species of beach plants on this
botany walk. How can they survive the harsh conditions of salt and sand, cold
and heat?
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
This family-friendly celebration will feature various
environmental and educational booths, children's arts and crafts, tours of the
historic Grist Mill and Clubhouse, fly-fishing instruction, a Centennial
Exhibit, and more! All activities are free. An $8 vehicle use fee will be in
effect.
Registration: Not required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Join the Fort Montgomery Battle Site Association as
they commemorate the 246th anniversary of the battle for Forts Montgomery and
Clinton and bring to life the people who lived here through camp life demonstrations
and children's activities.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from May to October, the first floor of the Lighthouse will be open and staffed with a costumed interpreter to talk about its history. A lighthouse 4th Order Fresnel lens is available to view in the museum's Lighthouse Gallery along with a fog bell and other artifacts. Please note: no access to the upper level is permitted.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Craft a real tree hanger. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Enjoy the fall colors and incredible views of the
Hudson Valley on this guided hike.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Thacher State Park
Enjoy the fall colors and incredible views of the
Hudson Valley on this guided hike.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grant Cottage State Historic Site
In Greek
mythology, the centaur was a creature with the upper body of a man and the
lower body of a horse. When James Longstreet was a cadet at West Point, he
watched fellow cadet Ulysses S. Grant become the best horseman the Academy had
ever seen. Grant's control of a mount was so flawless and fluid that animal and
human seemed to become one. "Rider and horse held together like the fabled
centaur!" gasped Longstreet.
Grant's love of
horses began when he was a toddler and stayed with him, in war and peace, his
entire life. For our 3rd and final Grant Cottage Literary
Landmark Author Series program in 2024, Grant Cottage tour guide and
author Steve Trimm will share this wonderful equestrian. His books, Saving
Grant Cottage and General Grant's Supporting Players are available
for sale in the Cottage's visitor center bookstore (Steve donates all profits
from the books' sales to the Friends of Grant Cottage).
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
This illustrated lecture by Site
Interpreter Connor Price
tells the story of one of the officers General Anthony Wayne relied on during
the Battle of Stony Point. He entrusted Pennsylvanian
Colonel Richard Butler to lead the northern column during the assault. Find out
more about one of the men who bravely fought here. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521 for
a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
18th Century Cooking Demonstration!
2:00 P.M.—4:00 P.M.
Stop by to learn about what the Continental
Army soldiers ate and watch how it was
prepared. While General Washington
employed a cook, the average soldier had to
cook for himself. With supplies limited and
food seasonally based, meal preparation
faced challenges. Staff will discuss foodways
for both the military and civilians in 18th
century New York, the difficulties the army
faced in procurement of food, as well as
demonstrate cooking techniques from the
time period.
Visit the Museum & Historic House
Explore the Museum, with over 1,300 objects on
display. Take a tour of the Hasbrouck house, the
historic farmhouse used by General and Mrs.
Washington, several of his aides, guards, and free
and enslaved servants during the last 16 ½
months of the Revolutionary War.
Museum open 11:00am—5:00pm
Admission:
Adults: $7, Seniors/Students: $5, Ages 12 or under: Free
For information call (845) 562-1195.
Registration: Not required
Sat
05
Oct
Saturday, October 5, 2024 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Evangola State Park
Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder!
Explore the wonders of the night sky at Evangola State Park. Discover how to
find common constellations. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
06
Oct
Sunday, October 6, 2024 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Robert Moses State Park - Long Island
This outing is open to the first 72 registrants who will tee off on
Sunday, October 6, 2024. For an application you can call (631) 321-3510 or
visit parks.ny.gov.
Prizes and awards given for team low gross, men's and
women's individual low score and closet to the pin. The entry fee is $40.00 per
person or $160.00 per foursome. This fee entitles the participant to a
continental breakfast, lunch, awards & a giveaway. Application deadline is
September 24, 2024. Dates: Sunday, October 6
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Robert Moses State Park
Fee: $40 per person or $160 per foursome
Vehicle Use Fee: Free.
Registration: Required
Sun
06
Oct
Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Niagara Falls State Park
A short indoor presentation about the unique
adaptations that make birds very different from humans. Followed by a walk to
look for birds. Binoculars provided. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
06
Oct
Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Shirley Chisholm State Park
Celebrate NY State Parks and Shirley Chisholm's 100th
Birthday! Fun for everyone, all day long! Join us for kayaking, food trucks, fishing clinics, and
more! No registration required. See Eventbrite link for details. Click here for more information.
Registration: Not required
Wed
09
Oct
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Evangola State Park
Create a watercolor landscape using water
from Lake Erie. Paints, brushes, and paper will be provided. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
11
Oct
Friday, October 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Reservoir State Park
Meander along the accessible pathway around
Reservoir State Park as we welcome in the cooler temperatures and changing
leaves. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
11
Oct
Friday, October 11, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Whirlpool State Park
Join us as we look at the fall foliage of the Niagara Gorge. Enjoy
the crisp air with family and friends on this GORGE-ous walk. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
11
Oct
Friday, October 11, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Join us on a casual stroll of Goat Island to explore and experience the
beauty of Niagara Falls. Registration available at Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Migration of birds heading south is in full
swing. Bring binoculars to find these challenging birds as they migrate through
the Preserve!
Tick spray recommended.
Registration: Not required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Conducted by LNT Certified Trainer Susan Jones Graff. Learn how responsible actions help care for our PARKS. The PEAK program includes seven fun activities designed to help families protect and enjoy our natural world. Make a UV bracelet to show if you need sunscreen protection and make a reusable trash bag to take on your Delta Lake State Park adventures. This is a FREE drop-in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Evangola State Park
What was that? Come explore the creepier side of nature on
this guided walk. For adults and children ages 8 and older. Registration required at
Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Delta Lake State Park
Learn how Owls can help us at Delta Lake SP. Make an owl guard and more. This program is conducted by retired NPS Ranger and NYS Master Naturalist Susan Jones Graff. This is a FREE drop in program. Stop in anytime between the times listed to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration: Not required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This summer, the Rippleton Schoolhouse at Lorenzo invites visitors of all ages to engage with history hands-on during Sensory Saturdays. Come explore an authentic 1887 schoolhouse, try your hand at traditional games and activities, and explore the beautiful grounds.
*Admission is free*
Registration: Not required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Discover the important people and events that
created and protected our nation's oldest state park on this guided walk. Registration available at
Eventbrite.com but not required.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
History has many stories
about
male heroics in the Revolution, but few instances mentioned in which female
courage was displayed. This illustrated lecture
by Site Interpreter Susan Overgard will highlight a few of the American and
British women that performed brave deeds for their side, while also dispelling
a few legends that sprung up after the war. Seating is limited, please call 845-786-2521
for a reservation.
Registration: Required
Sat
12
Oct
Saturday, October 12, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Devil's Hole State Park
Come walk along trail 2 and listen to scary stories from
along the gorge! Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Thu
17
Oct
Thursday, October 17, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
As autumn is ushered in, Minnewaska's green landscape becomes
peppered with flecks of red, yellow, and orange. Excellent views of the
surrounding valleys are matched by equally amazing educational opportunities.
We will start this lesson in the Visitor Center, where each student will use a
leaf press booklet to create their own identification guide. We'll use this
tool as we take a two-to-three-mile hike along one of the Park Preserve's many
carriage roads. We will make friends with trees, getting to know them by touch,
smell, and sight. We'll also hear their story about how they grew from seed to
adult, before giving them a big hug. We will also play some leaf matching games
to try out our identification skills! This program is recommended for children between the ages of seven to
twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.
Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
17
Oct
Thursday, October 17, 2024 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
DeVeaux Woods State Park
Come see the Hunter's Moon at DeVeaux Woods
State Park and learn more about Earth's one and only moon! Registration required at
Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
18
Oct
Friday, October 18, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Whirlpool State Park
Join us as we look at the fall foliage of the Niagara Gorge.
Enjoy the crisp air with family and friends on this GORGE-ous walk. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Senate House State Historic Site
Stop by Senate House on Saturday during the weekend-long, community-wide commemoration of the burning of Kingston. That day site will be hosting reenactors, a talk, tours, and more. For full event program and more information as it becomes available, please visit www.burningofkingston.com
Registration: Not required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Learn about the importance of giving back to nature through
composting and the use of eco-friendly materials while creating this festive
craft! Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature
Center
Create your own
miniature fall-themed artwork to take home! With colorful wool, we'll use
needle felting to decorate cotton bags inspired by the season. No experience
necessary. Ages 10+ due to sharp tools.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Nature
Center
Create your own
miniature fall-themed artwork to take home! With colorful wool, we'll use
needle felting to decorate cotton bags inspired by the season. No experience
necessary. Ages 10+ due to sharp tools.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Weather permitting, meet
at the Thacher Park Overlook, where on a clear day at least four different
landscape regions are visible. Learn how and when they formed and about the
many different rock types of which they are made.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges)
Search for the changing colors and enjoy the
fall wildflowers as we stroll along the gorge in pursuit of nature's artwork. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
2:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month from May to October (3:30 p.m. on Sep 21st), a costumed interpreter will lead a guided walk around the Battlefield explaining the plan and execution of the American assault on the British garrison, highlighting the design and defense strategy of the fort and the bold idea for the attack.
Registration: Not required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
(518) 463-8738
Do you believe in ghosts? The
people of 18th century Greenbush did! Join us around the campfire in Crailo's
riverfront park for an evening of haunted tales, spectres, and portents of
doom! Bring lawn chairs & dress for the outdoors. Program appropriate for
ages 12 & above. Younger siblings and the faint of heart are invited to
paint spooky pumpkins. Mulled cider & donuts. Reservations required by
10/15.
Registration: Required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Come join Dudley
Observatory astronomer Dr. Mindy Townsend for a night of stargazing and moon
observations. See the detailed surface of the Moon and Saturn's rings through
telescopes, as well as learn about the solar system and our place in the
universe.
Registration: Not required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Thacher State Park
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Come join Dudley
Observatory astronomer Dr. Mindy Townsend for a night of stargazing and moon
observations. See the detailed surface of the Moon and Saturn's rings through
telescopes, as well as learn about the solar system and our place in the
universe.
Registration: Not required
Thu
24
Oct
Thursday, October 24, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
It's not always rainbows and sunshine at
Niagara Falls... Take a walk around the park to learn about the Dark Side of
the Falls. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Whirlpool State Park
Join us as we look at the fall foliage of the Niagara Gorge.
Enjoy the crisp air with family and friends on this GORGE-ous walk. Registration
required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Join us for an
accessible, inclusive program in celebration of Birdability Week! We'll start
with a brief presentation indoors on common owls. After, we'll search for them
on a .75-mile guided hike over mostly gravel and paved paths. Beginners and
families welcome. Ages 6+. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for more
information on trail surfaces and grades.
Registration: Required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Join us for an
accessible, inclusive program in celebration of Birdability Week! We'll start
with a brief presentation indoors on common owls. After, we'll search for them
on a .75-mile guided hike over mostly gravel and paved paths. Beginners and
families welcome. Ages 6+. Call 518-872-0800 to register and for more
information on trail surfaces and grades.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024
John Jay Homestead State Historic Site
Friends of John Jay Homestead host a weekly outdoor, certified market which provides the finest New York-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, seafood, breads, specialty items and more on a historic farm setting. Customers can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items with dozens of weekly vendors. While at John Jay Homestead, patrons can also enjoy a walk, sight see, and explore flower, herb, and vegetable gardens or picnic on the historic grounds of John Jay Homestead.The Farm Market is open from 9:30am to 2:00pm for the general public, while members of Friends of John Jay Homestead are offered the Members Only First Pick from 9:00am to 9:30am.
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Knox Farm State Park
Did you know? Jack-o-Lanterns haven't always been pumpkins. Unravel nightmarish nature myths and discover the
truth about your favorite spooky stories. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Migration of birds heading south is in full
swing. Bring binoculars to find these challenging birds as they migrate through
the Preserve!
Tick spray recommended.
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Visitor Center
Discover the development
of Thacher Park's unique landscapes as we observe limestone layers, resurging
underground streams, and an active sinkhole! Each participant will follow the
group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to different sites.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges)
Join a Park Naturalist on a walk through the
lower gorge and learn about fish found in the region. Must be 8 years or older.
Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Bear Mountain State Park
Come to the bear
den from 10:30 to 11:00 am to make bear treats, then watch the bears explore
their den full of Halloween-themed enrichment at 11:00 a.m. Learn about
vultures, owls, bears & other animals. Family friendly activities –pumpkin
decorating, matching games & crafts. Wear your favorite not-so-spooky
Halloween costume! Rain date Oct. 27th
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Trailside Museums And Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park
Come to the bear den from 10:30 to 11:00 am to make bear treats, then watch the bears explore their den full of Halloween-themed enrichment at 11:00 a.m. Learn about vultures, owls, bears & other animals. Family friendly activities –pumpkin decorating, matching games & crafts. Wear your favorite not-so-spooky Halloween costume! Rain date Oct. 27th
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
Happy almost
Halloween! Join us as we travel down the High Point Trail searching for clues
of elusive cryptids like Bigfoot or Mothman. We'll test out some real animal
tracking techniques like looking for feeding signs, animal footprints, and
calls while we search. Wear your Halloween costume if you'd like.
Registration: Required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Old Stage
Road Trailhead.
Happy almost
Halloween! Join us as we travel down the High Point Trail searching for clues
of elusive cryptids like Bigfoot or Mothman. We'll test out some real animal
tracking techniques like looking for feeding signs, animal footprints, and
calls while we search. Wear your Halloween costume if you'd like.
Registration: Required
Sun
27
Oct
Sunday, October 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Knox Farm State Park
Enjoy the changing seasons and explore the
ways animals prepare for winter on this guided walk. Registration required at
Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
27
Oct
Sunday, October 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Join artisit Diane
Steele in this introduction to watercolor techniques, color theory and negative
painting. All supplies will be provided. $20.00 per person cash due upon
arrival.
Registration: Required
Sun
27
Oct
Sunday, October 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Thacher State Park
(518) 872-0800
Meet at the Thacher
Nature Center
Join artisit Diane
Steele in this introduction to watercolor techniques, color theory and negative
painting. All supplies will be provided. $20.00 per person cash due upon
arrival.
Registration: Required
Thu
31
Oct
Thursday, October 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
Guided tours of the museum
are available by advance appointment only, November—May 2025. For special
events and programs happening during the winter months, please visit
parks.ny.gov or follow us on social media.
Registration: Not required
Thu
31
Oct
Thursday, October 31, 2024 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Niagara Falls State Park
Bring your furry friend on this casual walk along our scenic
overlooks of the Niagara Gorge. It is not necessary to have a dog to
participate, however, all dogs must be up to date on immunizations, leashed,
and under control. Registration required at Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
02
Nov
Saturday, November 2, 2024
Crailo State Historic Site
General business meeting will
be held at the Rensselaer Public Library. Election and installation of
officers will be followed by a presentation and reception. For complete
information and program details, please check Crailo and the FOFC's social
media.
Registration: Not required
Sat
02
Nov
Saturday, November 2, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Learn to identify different trees by leaves, buds,
seeds and colors! What is the difference? It's fun and a challenge to identify
different species.
Registration: Not required
Wed
06
Nov
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
With the last of the
trees shedding their leaves, late autumn begins to feel like a time of grayness
and death. However, not everything gets the memo. Join Josh Grosse,
Student Conservation Association/Americorps Environmental Educator, as we dive
into the exceptional world of mosses, lichens, and mushrooms. We will discuss
the role of each organism in the ecosystem, and why their rebellious greenness
and growth persists into the cold months. Our discussion will be followed by an
appreciation walk, where we will look at examples of each and make close
observations using magnifying glasses. This program is recommended for children between the ages
of seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age
of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sat
09
Nov
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Crailo State Historic Site
Exciting and entertaining
fundraiser, presented by the Friends of Fort Crailo! Please check back for
details.
Registration: Not required
Sat
16
Nov
Saturday, November 16, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
A general nature
stroll along the wooded paths of the Preserve observing birds, plants and
anything else that comes along. Also discussed will be the interesting history
of the Preserve.
Registration: Not required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Come see what birds
are about the Preserve since migration has almost ended. Most
birds will be spending the winter in the area so we will find a combination of
wintering and year round bird species. Bring binoculars.
Registration: Not required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
A Historic Cherry Hill and
Crailo collaboration. More information about this event will be available at a
later date. Please check back!
Registration: Not required
Wed
04
Dec
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
The Friends of Lorenzo will showcase the bedecked Mansion at their annual Preview Party as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo! For the anniversary we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme. Members and their guests are treated to a special evening of live music and seasonal delights! To purchase tickets or become a member, visit https://www.friendsoflorenzo.org/
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Dec
Saturday, December 7, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
This medieval saint's day was
brought by the Dutch colonists to the Hudson River Valley and traditionally
celebrated on December 6th. Festivities will include 17th & 18th century
traditional treats, hearth baking, live music, Open House (self-guided) tours
of the museum, crafts & activities, and of course—a visit from St. Nicholas
(hopefully you've been good this year!). Free to the public.
Registration: Not required
Tue
10
Dec
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 until Friday, December 13, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
Join us for a traditional tour of the Mansion and holiday decorations. This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! Private group tours of 8 or more may also be scheduled through the end of December by calling (315)655-3200, ext. 106.
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Registration: Not required
Thu
12
Dec
Thursday, December 12, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse.
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Registration: Not required
Fri
13
Dec
Friday, December 13, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse.
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Registration: Not required
Sat
14
Dec
Saturday, December 14, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse.
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Registration: Not required
Sun
15
Dec
Sunday, December 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Lorenzo State Historic Site
This year is the 50th Anniversary of Christmas at Lorenzo and for the occasion we will be revisiting the past, with each room decorated in a previous year's theme! With support from the Friends of Lorenzo, this annual holiday celebration will feature a tour of the decorated mansion, refreshments, live music, and horse-drawn sleigh/wagon rides. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday, holiday crafts for "kids of all ages" will be featured at the Rippleton Schoolhouse.
*Holiday admission: $6 per person; $2 per child, ages 12 and under*
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Dec
Saturday, December 21, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bear Mountain State Park
Come to the
Bear Den at 10:30 to make tasty snacks for the black bears. Celebrate the
holiday season at 11:00 when the bears come out to unwrap their gift boxes full
of delicious treats! Bear Mountain also offers a day of fun at ice rink,
merry-go-round & on the many hiking trails! Rain/snow date Dec. 22nd
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Dec
Saturday, December 21, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Trailside Museums And Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park
Come to the Bear Den at 10:30 to make tasty snacks for the black bears. Celebrate the holiday season at 11:00 when the bears come out to unwrap their gift boxes full of delicious treats! Bear Mountain also offers a day of fun at ice rink, merry-go-round & on the many hiking trails! Rain/snow date Dec. 22nd
Registration: Not required
Sat
04
Jan
Saturday, January 4, 2025 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Crailo State Historic Site
An evening of merriment for
everyone! Special Twelfth Night festivities will highlight the holiday season
as it may have been celebrated by the 17th & 18th century residents of
early Groenebosch! Come and revel in the holiday traditions of our past with
live music, Star Singing, traditional fare and more! Then cross the river where
the celebration continues at Schuyler Mansion!
Combo Admission: $8.00 Adults / $7.00 Seniors & Students /
$2.00 Children
Single-Site Admission: $6.00 Adults / $5.00 Seniors & Students /
$1.00 Children
Snow date: Sunday, 1/5
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Registration: Not required