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Sunset Story Hour: Fran Combs Berger
Friday, July 5, 2024 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Fran Combs Berger has been a public
Storyteller for the past 39 years, and she grew up hearing stories from her
elders, neighbors and family in rural Oklahoma. She devoured books of fairy
tales, folklore, mystery and magic as she volunteered at her local library. Her
repertoire includes folk tales from around the world, true stories from rural
Oklahoma, various literary tales for your enjoyment, and stories of her daddy's
Cowboy adventures, too. Her stories are suitable for all ages.
Registration required for those
without a camping reservation. Call 518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Caves & Karst
Saturday, July 6, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Visitor Center. Participants will come to
understand the development of Thacher Park's unique landscapes and the terms
associated with them. We will observe the limestone layers and the resurging
underground streams, and visit the active sinkhole and other unique areas. Each
participant is expected to follow the group leader in their own vehicle as we
caravan to the different sites.
Registration recommended. Call
518-872-0800.
Bald Eagles: America's Symbol
Saturday, July 6, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Nature Center. Join us as we explore the past and
present of one of our nation's most prominent symbols: the Bald Eagle! We'll
learn about their conservation story and, if we're lucky, spot them near
Thompson's Lake. Registration required. Call 518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Firefly Stroll
Friday, July 12, 2024 09:00 PM - 10:15 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Nature Center. Hundreds and hundreds of fireflies
light up our meadows on summer nights! Join us for a stroll to experience the
magic of these bioluminescent beetles. Ages 13+. Headlamp or flashlight
recommended. Registration Required. Call 518-872-0800
* This program is already in there, could you please change the
no registration required, to "Registration Required. Call 518-872-0800. "
Registration: Required
Archery for Beginners
Saturday, July 13, 2024 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Thacher Visitor Center.
Ages 8+.
Try your hand at archery! Bow
instructors from the DEC will teach you how to safely handle a bow and arrow,
and how to aim to hit your target. No registration required.
Fossil Hunting
Saturday, July 13, 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 Required. Call 518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Fossil Hunting
Saturday, July 13, 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. N
Overlooking the Geology. Age 16+
Saturday, July 13, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
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 Encouraged. Call 518-872-0800.
Paint & Sip
Friday, July 19, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Thacher Visitor Center.
Join us for rock painting at
Thacher Park with Nine Pin Cider. Registration is free, painting supplies
provided. Drinks available for purchase at the event. Registration Required.
Call 518-872-1237. Must be 21+ years of age to register.
Registration: Required
Caves & Karst
Saturday, July 20, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at the Visitor Center. Participants will come to understand the development of Thacher Park's unique landscapes and the terms associated with them. We will observe the limestone layers and the resurging underground streams, and visit the active sinkhole and other unique areas. Each participant is expected to follow the group leader in their own vehicle as we caravan to the different sites. Registration recommended. Call 518-872-0800.
Pondering Ponds
Saturday, July 20, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Meet at Perimeter Trailhead
Accessed by Ryan Road,
Bring Flashlights/Head Lamps, Ages 13+.
Enjoy Nature as the day ends. Take
a hike along the Perimeter trail to where it intersects the Salisbury trail and
back. Explore the pond with dip nets to search for amphibians and other life
thriving in the pond. Bring comfortable hiking shoes and/or muck boots.
Registration Required. Call
518-872-0800.
Registration: Required
Rock Mandalas
Saturday, July 27, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Mandalas represent harmony, unity, and balance. Join
artist Diane Steele for this hands-on rock painting
program.
Registration: Required
Overlooking the Geology. Age 16+
Saturday, July 27, 2024 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
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 Encouraged. Call 518-872-0800.
Rock Mandalas
Saturday, July 27, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Mandalas represent harmony, unity, and balance. Join
artist Diane Steele for this hands-on rock painting
program.
Registration: Required
Plant Monoprints
Saturday, August 24, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Combine the techniques of printmaking, painting,
and drawing media to create a unique work of art
using plant materials with artist Diane Steele
Registration: Required
Critters in the Creek
Saturday, August 24, 2024 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
Drop by this table to take a closer look at the diverse
organisms that make their home in our creek!
Borrow a net and magnifying glass to see how many
creatures you can find! All ages
Plant Monoprints
Saturday, August 24, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Combine the techniques of printmaking, painting,
and drawing media to create a unique work of art
using plant materials with artist Diane Steele
Registration: Required
Fossil Hunting
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.
Hawks Overhead!
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