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Sun
23
Sep
Sunday, September 23, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Join us for a beginner’s kayak course at Thompson’s Lake! Learn the basics of kayaking with emphasis on effective paddling strokes and safe practices. This introductory course is ideal for first time and beginner kayakers. Sturdy shoes/sandals are preferred. Program is appropriate for adults and children age 12 years and older. Space is very limited, preregister by calling 518-872-0800. Parking fee is $7, kayaks are provided for participants.
Registration: Required
Sun
23
Sep
Sunday, September 23, 2018 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Autumn is a wonderful time of year to go outside and enjoy the gorgeous days and fall color. It’s also a great time of year to explore our local shrubs and learn who’s who and what’s what. We’ll identify some beneficial native shrubs, figure out which invasive plants to remove from our yards, and how to benefit birds and other wildlife. We’ll also keep our eyes open for migrating bird species. Dress for the outdoors and bring binoculars and/or a notebook. Call 518-872-0800 to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
29
Sep
Saturday, September 29, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
With fall in full swing, the deciduous trees on the escarpment and in the valley begin to prep for the coming winter. The weeks leading to bare trees treat us with a beautiful array of colors. Join us as we learn the different trees and why they behave the way they do. Meet at the Pear Orchard parking lot. Pre-register for this program by calling the park office at 518-872-1237. The park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.
Registration: Required
Sun
30
Sep
Sunday, September 30, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Join us for a beginner’s kayak course at Thompson’s Lake! Learn the basics of kayaking with emphasis on effective paddling strokes and safe practices. This introductory course is ideal for first time and beginner kayakers. Sturdy shoes/sandals are preferred. Program is appropriate for adults and children age 12 years and older. Space is very limited, preregister by calling 518-872-0800. Parking fee is $7, kayaks are provided for participants.
Registration: Required
Sat
06
Oct
Saturday, October 6, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Take in the scenic beauty and seasonal color of the park on this early autumn walk. We’ll walk the Fred Schroeder Memorial Trail, a three-mile loop trail in the north zone of the park. At the halfway mark, we’ll stop to take in the view from High Point, on the escarpment. Dress for a cool mountain morning and bring a snack and water. Meet at Carrick Road parking area. Call 518-872-0800 to register.
Registration: Required
Sun
07
Oct
Sunday, October 7, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Join us at the Carrick Road Parking lot and join us for our adventure through the northern area of the park. Leave No Trace is a guideline to enjoying the outdoors with as little impact as possible. This free workshop will run until roughly 2pm, so be sure to bring a packed lunch and be comfortable hiking between 3-5 miles. Pre-register for this program by calling the park office at 518-872-1237.
Registration: Required
Sat
13
Oct
Saturday, October 13, 2018 10:00 AM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Descend the cliff and learn about the geologic and cultural history of the Helderbergs on this scenic and historic trail. See underground streams, look for fossils, and step inside the crevice cave along the trail. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. Walk lasts about 1.5 hours. Call 518-872-0800 to register.
Registration: Required
Sun
14
Oct
Sunday, October 14, 2018 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Paint the colors of fall! We will have fun painting this colorful fall scene as we learn about blending paint in a unique way. Fee of $10 includes all materials. This program is appropriate for children 7-13 years old. Please call 518-872-0800 to register your child.
Registration: Required
Sun
14
Oct
Sunday, October 14, 2018 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Snowflakes, streams, and oceans all have one main thing in common. This resource we take for granted in the northeast, has special powers that affects the world in countless ways. Join us at the Visitor Center as we dissect this strange mixture and begin to discover what power water truly has. Pre-Register for this program by calling the park office at 518-872-1237. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.
Registration: Required
Sun
21
Oct
Sunday, October 21, 2018 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
The blue trail in the southern portion of the park is a hidden gem and doesn’t necessarily get explored too often. Along this trail, you’ll pass a series of cliffs and some fields full of grikes. Wear appropriate footwear for walking on and off trail to view the geology. Meet at the Paint Mine parking lot. Pre-register for this program by calling the park office at 518-872-1237. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.
Registration: Required
Fri
26
Oct
Friday, October 26, 2018 06:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Under the cover of darkness, the forest comes alive with sounds of animals and insects adapted to night-life! Join us for a sensory hike through the fields and forests surrounding the Nature Center, as we search for elusive critters of the night. Learn to identify some common night sounds and give your best owl call a shot! This program is appropriate for adults and children age 8 and older. Please call 518-872-0800 to register.
Registration: Required
Sat
27
Oct
Saturday, October 27, 2018 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Take a walk on the Nature Center Trail and discover cool and creepy natural objects and oddities along the way. Use the clues to complete the challenge and win a prize! Wear your Halloween costume if you like. Make Halloween crafts and enjoy warm cider and donuts. This fun (not scary) program is appropriate for all ages. Please call 518-872-0800 for more information.
Sat
03
Nov
Saturday, November 3, 2018 03:30 PM
Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
(518) 872-0800
Beavers are famously busy animals with the unique ability to create their own habitats! Come learn more about the many adaptations that allow beavers to redesign entire ecosystems and survive the winter! After an indoor presentation, we will visit a nearby beaver lodge in hopes of catching a beaver or two in action! This program is appropriate for adults and children 7 years and older. Please call 518-872-0800 to register.
Registration: Required