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Tue
06
Jun
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 07:00 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 6:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 7:00 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.
Fri
09
Jun
Friday, June 9, 2023 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or
birdwatching? Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the
Gardiner Library, every Friday during June. 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.
Sat
10
Jun
Saturday, June 10, 2023 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps
Environmental Educator, for a calming, four-mile hike along gently sloping
carriage roads. On our walk through the pristine woodland, we will conduct
meditative exercises, where we engage our senses and extend new perspectives to
the world around us. From the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll start by
heading around the west side of Lake Minnewaska to reach an intersection with
the old golf course. We'll wander up through this area until we intersect
Castle Point Carriage Road. Then, we'll continue on this route until we
come to Kempton Ledge, a scenic overlook along a rocky, cliff line. Next, we'll
retrace our steps until we intersect with Hamilton Point Carriage Road, which
we'll follow until we reach Echo Rock, another cliff-side, scenic vista. At
both stops, we will get a chance to journal, sketch, or mentally reflect on
anything that we wish, using the beautiful scenery and nature-themed,
meditation prompts as inspiration. From here, we'll head back towards Lake
Minnewaska and walk around the east side of the Lake until we arrive back at
our starting point. Bring a writing utensil, journal, and an open mind. 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
11
Jun
Sunday, June 11, 2023 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for a four-mile round trip hike along the quietly
babbling Peter's Kill stream and through the cool hemlock forests and
tropical-feeling rhododendron stands of the Mossy Glen Footpath. This is the
time of year when the gorgeous pink and white blossoms of the mountain laurel
bushes typically bloom, and this route showcases many of these showy shrubs.
This trail does include some tricky footing, but the first part of the trip,
along the Lower Awosting Carriage Road, is an easy stroll. Meet at the Lower
Parking Area. Pre-registration
is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
13
Jun
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 07:00 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 6:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 7:00 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.
Tue
13
Jun
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, and Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for an approximately five-mile
loop hike to Millbrook Mountain along the Lake Minnewaska and Millbrook
Mountain Carriage Roads, returning along the Millbrook Mountain Footpath.
Millbrook Mountain features cliff-edge, panoramic views of the Wallkill Valley
and beyond. This route features countless blooming mountain laurel shrubs,
whose showy, white and pink flowers brighten the surrounding forest. The
footpath section of this route includes steep, rocky terrain and areas that are
often wet, muddy and slippery, which may be challenging for some. Participants
should come prepared with sturdy footwear with good traction and bring enough
food and water for the hike. 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
15
Jun
Thursday, June 15, 2023 04:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
This
special program is being led by Luke Sarrantonio, a native of Rosendale and a
graduate of SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry. Luke spent much of his
childhood exploring our local landscape, where he developed a passion for the
natural world. After graduating college in 2011, Luke was discouraged by the
lack of learning resources around fungi and ecology and has been developing
programming, mushroom farming, consulting, and making medicinal products ever
since. Landscape
microclimates can be infinitely unique, especially in this part of the
northeast. Join Luke for a walk through the forest and learn about the
interwoven lives of organisms that make up the diverse ecology of our region.
"Everything is connected", and in many cases this connection is facilitated by
a group of organisms that are largely unseen. Let's pull back the curtain to
take a closer look at fungi, and all the organisms and interactions that form
the intricate, beautiful ecosystems we live in. Since foraging is not allowed
on state park land, we will be observing, identifying, and documenting in the
field. Learn the basics of mushroom identification and how you can play your
part in fungi conservation efforts. Meet at the Lower Parking Aera. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Fri
16
Jun
Friday, June 16, 2023 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or
birdwatching? Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the
Gardiner Library, every Friday during June. 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.
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join
Nick Martin, Park Educator, for an approximately four-and-a-half-mile-long hike
along three footpaths and one carriage road. We'll begin our journey along the
Mossy Glen, Blueberry Run, and Jenny Lane footpaths and return on Lower
Awosting Carriage Road, which is an easy meander. Along the way we'll look for
blooming, mountain laurel flowers. The footpaths may be wet or muddy and there
are also sections that are rocky and uphill, which some people may find
challenging. Participants are encouraged to wear sturdy, waterproof boots. Meet
at the Lower Parking Area. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 11:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
The swimming beach at Lake
Awosting will open today, for this weekend only. The swimming beach will be open seven days per week through Labor Day
starting the following Saturday, June 24, staff and weather permitting. This
beach, which is located approximately four miles, by foot or bike, from the
Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, features a smooth rock slab beach on the remote
and beautiful Lake Awosting.
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 11:15 AM - 06:45 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
The beach at Lake
Minnewaska will open today for the swimming season. The small beach, which is
located along the northwestern shore of Lake Minnewaska, will be open seven
days per week until Labor Day, staff and weather permitting.
Sun
18
Jun
Sunday, June 18, 2023 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for a morning hike to see the gorgeous, pink and white
blooms of the mountain laurel bushes. Our route will follow along the
cliff-edge of the Beacon Hill Footpath and through the cool woods along the
Beacon Hill Carriage Road before continuing along the scenic Lake Minnewaska
Carriage Road. This moderate, three-mile-long hike does include some cliffs and
hills. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required
by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Mon
19
Jun
Monday, June 19, 2023 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a five-mile loop
hike on the High Peter's Kill Footpath and the Awosting Falls Carriage Road. Highlights of this outing include the bright, white and pink flowers of
blooming mountain laurel bushes, a breathtaking view of the Catskills from a
cliffside perch, close-up views of the fast-flowing Peter's Kill stream, and
the iconic
65-foot tall Awosting Falls. The footpath section of this hike features
sections of trail with steep, rocky, and narrow footing, which some may find
challenging. All participants should come well prepared with appropriate
footwear, food, and water. Meet at the Lower Parking Area. Pre-registration is required
by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
20
Jun
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 07:00 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 6:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 7:00 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.
Tue
20
Jun
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, and Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, for a four-mile round trip hike
along the quietly babbling Peter's Kill stream and through the cool, hemlock
forests and tropical-feeling rhododendron stands of the Mossy Glen Footpath.
This is the time of year when the gorgeous pink and white blossoms of the
mountain laurel bushes typically bloom, and this route showcases many of these
showy shrubs. This trail does include some tricky footing, but the return trip
along the Lower Awosting Carriage Road is an easy stroll. Meet at the Lower
Parking Area. Pre-registration
is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
22
Jun
Thursday, June 22, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
As
flowers begin blooming around Minnewaska, we will take a walk on the Beacon
Hill Footpath to identify different flora and discuss biodiversity at the Park
Preserve. Students will get a chance to engage almost all of their senses as we
discuss the anatomy of the flower, their role in the ecosystem, and the
importance of pollination and preservation. A fun art activity will be offered
throughout our hike to further immerse students in this beautiful and
educational experience. This
program is recommended for homeschooled children aged seven to twelve years
old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved
younger siblings are always welcome. Pre-registration
is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
22
Jun
Thursday, June 22, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
As flowers begin blooming around
Minnewaska, we will take a walk on the Beacon Hill Footpath to identify different
flora and discuss biodiversity at the Park Preserve. Students will get a chance
to engage almost all of their senses as we discuss the anatomy of the flower,
their role in the ecosystem, and the importance of pollination and
preservation. A fun art activity will be offered throughout our hike to further
immerse students in this beautiful and educational experience. This program is recommended for
homeschooled children aged seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent
or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always
welcome. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at
845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Fri
23
Jun
Friday, June 23, 2023 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or
birdwatching? Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the
Gardiner Library, every Friday during June. 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.
Sat
24
Jun
Saturday, June 24, 2023 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Nick
Martin, Park Educator, for an approximately eight-mile-long outing to Hamilton
Point and beyond, traveling on a combination of picturesque carriage roads and
footpaths. This hike will take participants on the Lake Minnewaska, Hamilton
Point, Upper Awosting and Castle Point Carriage Roads and Rainbow Falls
Footpath. Highlights of the hike include numerous panoramic views of the
Wallkill Valley, interesting rock formations, and mountain laurel flowers in
bloom. The footpath has some steep and rocky sections with narrow footing as
well as two, short rock scrambles, which some may find challenging. All
participants should wear appropriate footwear and bring sufficient food and
water to sustain themselves for the duration of the hike. 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
25
Jun
Sunday, June 25, 2023 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps
Environmental Educator, for a gorgeous hike along several wooded
footpaths. We will start in the Lower Awosting lot, crossing the highway to get
to Wawarsing Turnpike. After a short walk on this path, we will turn onto Jenny
Lane Footpath. We will follow this trail over a tranquil stream, through
bountiful mountain laurel, and across rocky crags until we hit Blueberry Run
Footpath. After a brief downhill trek, we will get to Mossy Glen Footpath, a
lush and shady trail that runs parallel to the steady, cool-watered Peter's
Kill. This footpath will bring us back to the Lower Parking Area. Please note
that there are some steep, rocky sections and several short stream crossings
that some may find challenging. With magnificent views, rushing water, and
various terrain types, you won't want to miss this hike! Meet at the Lower
Parking Area. Pre-registration
is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
27
Jun
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 07:00 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 6:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be locked at 7:00 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.
Fri
30
Jun
Friday, June 30, 2023 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or
birdwatching? Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the
Gardiner Library, every Friday during June. 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.
Sun
02
Jul
Sunday, July 2, 2023 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Environmental
Educator, Josh Grosse, to engage your inner artist, writer, and naturalist in
this program. Even before the former, historic hotels were established here,
the dazzling mountains in the Shawangunk Ridge had been a haven for artists of
all disciplines. We will begin by looking at some examples of these artistic
adventurers and the work they created after spending time here. After that, we
will take an approximately four-mile hike on Beacon Hill Carriage Road and
Beacon Hill Footpath, then loop around Lake Minnewaska. Along the way, we will
scope out scenic vistas and other impressive elements of the natural world,
both big and small. These elements will serve as inspiration for sketches,
journaling, poetry, photography, and anything else you wish to express. No
formal training is necessary-- basic techniques for drawing and prompts for
writing will be available from the instructor. Come out, have fun, and get
creative! 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
07
Sep
Thursday, September 7, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Many people associate wildfire with
tragedy. However, many species at Minnewaska need fire in order to survive and
thrive. In this lesson, we will touch on several hot topics, including fire
ecology, the fire triangle, the differences between a wildfire and a prescribed
fire, and the most significant forest fires in our Park Preserve's history. We
will spark up a conversation about fire safety in Minnewaska, and the risks and
factors that must be considered when conducting a controlled fire or attempting
to put out a wildfire. This will be followed by a hike, where we will keep our
eyes peeled for pitch pines and other fire-loving flora. Students will fuel the
flames of their imagination with a chance to map out a fire in a coloring
activity, and "put out a fire" in a collaborative game! This program is recommended for
homeschooled children aged seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent
or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always
welcome. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at
845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
05
Oct
Thursday, October 5, 2023 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 Nature
Center, where each student will use a leaf press booklet to create their own
identification guide. This tool will be used as we embark on 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 homeschooled children aged seven to twelve years
old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Well-behaved
younger siblings are always welcome. Pre-registration is required
by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Thu
02
Nov
Thursday, November 2, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Before colonists arrived from
Europe, Native American tribes existed all throughout America, and Minnewaska
was no exception. The area we now call the Park Preserve was once home to the
Lenape tribe, a peaceful people who established strong connections with the
natural landscape we enjoy today. In this lesson, we will have an open-minded talk
about who these people are, how their history and culture compare to ours, and
what we can learn from them. We will play traditional Lenape games, tell Lenape
legends, and even make our own story. This program is recommended for homeschooled children aged
seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of
18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Pre-registration
is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required