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Sun 02 Apr
Hike to Verkeerder Kill Falls at Sam’s Point
Sunday, April 2, 2023 10:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Join Zoë Foery, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Stewardship Assistant, for a hike to Verkeerderkill Falls. Falling 187 feet over a dramatic, rocky ledge, Verkeerderkill Falls is the highest waterfall in the Shawangunk Mountains. We'll walk through the dwarf pitch pines and enjoy views of the Hudson Valley below. While this five-and-a-half-mile hike does not have significant elevation gain, it does include some steep, rocky terrain and a stream crossing. Please bring a lunch, water, and appropriate clothing for the weather, including sturdy footwear, traction devices and warm clothing. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989.
Registration: Required
Wed 05 Apr
School Break Family Program: Drop-In Spring Birds Program at Sam’s Point
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
One of the earliest signs of spring rolling in is the return of migratory birds! Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to identify these animals by sight and song. We'll have field guides, and examples, so you can leave feeling like a confident birder. There will also be fun crafts to help you remember what you learned. This program is recommended for families with children. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Required
Thu 06 Apr
School Break Family Program: Spring Awakening Scavenger Hunt at Sam’s Point
Thursday, April 6, 2023 10:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Join us for this fun, family-friendly, spring, scavenger hunt. On this three-mile hike, we'll look for natural items and signs of spring hiding in plain sight around the Park Preserve. This program is recommended for families with young children, but interested children of any age who are able to participate are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Participants should pack water and food and wear appropriate shoes. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point Visitor Center at 845-647-7989.
Registration: Required
Sat 15 Apr
Drop-in Tabling Program at Sam’s Point: The Magical, Microscopic World of Moss
Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
As spring arrives, the beauty of new flowers and bright green leaves is captivating, but just as amazing is the beautiful, miniature forest that is moss! Stop by the Sam's Point Visitor Center to observe various examples of mosses through a microscope, where educators will teach you about this division of non-flowering, low-lying plants. You might just walk away with a new appreciation for what's going on underneath your hiking boots. 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
Sun 16 Apr
Drop-In Program: Make Your Own Native Seed Bombs at Sam’s Point
Sunday, April 16, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Join Zoë Foery, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Ecosystem Steward and Education Assistant, for this hands-on activity to turn invasive plants into a paper pulp. This pulp will then be used to encase native seeds, creating a biodegradable seed container that can be put directly into the garden. Seed bombs are a fun way to plant the native wildflowers that support our pollinator and insect populations. All materials are provided. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at 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
Tue 25 Apr
Citizen Science Plant Observations at Sam’s Point
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
When do the flowers bloom? When do the leaves fall? We are very curious to find out! Be a scientist for the day and help Sam's Point staff monitor seasonal changes in our plant communities. During this program we'll observe and identify blooming, fruiting, and budding native plants along a three-mile loop hike around Lake Maratanza. This program is recommended for children over the age of eight, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Sam's Point Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Sam's Point at 845-647-7989.
Registration: Required
Sat 29 Apr
“What is Sam’s Point?” at The Cragsmoor Free Library
Saturday, April 29, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
Join Becca Howe-Parisio, Sam's Point Educator, for a lesson on "What is Sam's Point, what are we protecting here and what is a Park Preserve?" We will dive back in time to talk about how the Shawangunk Mountains were formed, then discuss other natural and historical events that have happened here. We will finish by discussing what a Park Preserve is and how Sam's Point qualified to become one. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Meet at the Cragsmoor Free Library. Pre-registration is required by calling Nancy Krum, Library Director, at 845-647- 4611 or by emailing nancy@cragsmoorfreelibrary.info.
Registration: Required