Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Experience the excitement of nature crafting. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

A naturalist will be on hand to address any inquiries regarding nature (birds, plants, and insects) at Lake Erie State Park.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

‘Still Bill' Moran – refers to himself as a New York Hillbilly. He lives in the hills of rural, Western New York State.  He enjoys a plethora of musical genres.  Bill plays guitar, hand percussion, and loves a good sing-a-long.  Meet outside of the Recreation Hall.

Celebrate a little Christmas in July! Join us to create festive holiday ornaments. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

It's Christmas in July! Test your holiday knowledge with a fun and festive round of Christmas Trivia. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Celebrate Christmas in July by building your own sweet and festive gingerbread house! Meet at the Recreation Hall.

So You Want to be a "COW-median"? Bring family friendly "Dad Jokes" to share with other campers. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Create your own insect by using items found in nature. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Take a short walk to learn about the wildflowers and common weeds of Lake Erie. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Learn to turn your water blobs into fun animals. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

A naturalist will be on hand to address any inquiries regarding nature (birds, plants, and insects) at Lake Erie State Park.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Creek Bend is a bluegrass band that features 4 vocalists as well as banjo, dobro, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and upright bass.  The band has been together since 1978 and combines contemporary and tradition bluegrass with well-known country and pop songs tastefully smattered with humor. Meet outside of the Recreation Hall.

Celebrate pirate's week with a pirate ship craft.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Learn about the fascinating stories of shipwrecks that happened around Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Lean to turn your water blobs into fun watercolor paintings and animals.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Don't forget to bring along your camera and phone for an interactive photography session! Discover tips and tricks to improve your photography skills, and then put your newfound knowledge to the test with a short walk.  Capture the beauty of your surroundings while honing your craft under guidance.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Throw back to the 80's where friendship bracelets were all the rage. Come and create a simple knotted bracelet to wear or to share with friends. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Did you know they have superpowers? Learn about these often-misunderstood creatures, what they eat, how they help the environment and how YOU can help them. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

A naturalist will be on hand to address any inquiries regarding nature (birds, plants, and insects) at Lake Erie State Park.  Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Learn to turn your water blobs into fun watercolor paintings and animals. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Kevin McCarthy is a professional singer/songwriter from New York who has been entertaining audiences as his career for over 24 years. He has travelled extensively performing shows through USA, Canada, and in 2018 played a tour throughout Ireland. 4-time winner at the Buffalo Music Awards, he twice vote Solo Artist of the Year. In 2009, he was inducted into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame as co-founder of his original rock group. A versatile one-man show, Kevin's unique, full-band sound enables him to perform from a large catalogue of over 1k songs covering a variety of genres and eras. His fun and energetic shows are enjoyed by the whole family. Meet outside of the Recreation Hall.

Experience the excitement of nature crafting with pipe cleaners, tissue paper and markers to transform them into vibrant butterflies, moths or even dragonflies. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Grab your binoculars and join a guided hike along the trails with a park educator to discover the diverse birdlife of Lake Erie State Park. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

Learn more about the Amphibian and Reptiles that you might encounter at Lake Erie State Park.  Expect to take a hike to the pond to see if we can find any amphibian or reptiles. Meet at the Recreation Hall.

This educational program offers an engaging exploration of black bears, focusing on their behavior, habitat, and role in the ecosystem. Participants will learn about their diet, physical characteristics, and how they interact with their environment. Through interactive activities and informative discussions, the program aims to deepen understanding and appreciation for these fascinating creatures. Meet at the Recreation Hall.