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Intro to Orienteering
Sunday, May 5, 2024 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Orienteering is the
sport of field navigation, using a map and compass. Whether you're an
experienced hiker, or just a family out for an active day in the park,
orienteering helps you learn and improve your navigation skills in a fun and
exciting way. This program will start indoors in a classroom setting, with an
introduction to the sport of orienteering and how to properly use a map and
compass. After the classroom portion, we will head out into the field where
participants can use their skills to navigate between checkpoints, using
whichever route they choose. Whoever reaches all of the checkpoints and makes
it to the finish line first wins! Participants should come dressed comfortably
for outdoor activities and wear boots or sturdy shoes. The class will run until
approximately from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The Intro to Orienteering program will be
led by Andy Bonelli, Grafton Lakes State Park Environmental Educator and New
York State Licensed Outdoor Guide. This program is $3 and recommended for ages 10 to
adult. Please call 518-279-1155 to register or for further information. Maps,
Compasses, and other materials will be provided. No previous map and compass
experience is required.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Kayak Tours
Monday, May 6, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$10
All skill levels are
welcome on a guided kayak tour of Long Pond! Paddle through nature and learn
about local wildlife. Registration is required. Kayak, paddles, and safety
equipment will be provided. For ages 16+, those under 18 must be accompanied by
a guardian.
Call 518-279-1155 to
register.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Hikes
Thursday, May 9, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Every Thursday, enjoy a
guided group hike led by one of our Environmental Educators. With over
twenty-five miles of trails within Grafton Lakes State Park, we will be hiking
a new route each week. The guided hikes will be a mix of easy, moderate, or
challenging depending on each weeks planned route. We strongly encourage
participants bring water, snacks, sturdy footwear, appropriate clothing for the
weather. There is no cost for our weekly guided hikes, however registration is
required. Please call 518-279-1155 to register or for further
information.
Registration: Required
Foraging for Wild Food
Saturday, May 11, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 821-9372
Join the Rensselaer
County Conservation Alliance to learn about foraging and edible plants.
$10. Register by May 7th, call 518-821-9372.
Registration: Required
Pollinator Party
Saturday, May 11, 2024 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$4
What's all the buzz
about? Join us to learn about bees and see the inner workings of a beehive! We
will also be learning about other pollinators and making a pollinator-themed
craft. This program is open to all, but it's recommended that participants be
ages 6+ for the best experience. Please register ahead for this program by
calling 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Hikes
Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Every Thursday, enjoy a
guided group hike led by one of our Environmental Educators. With over
twenty-five miles of trails within Grafton Lakes State Park, we will be hiking
a new route each week. The guided hikes will be a mix of easy, moderate, or
challenging depending on each weeks planned route. We strongly encourage
participants bring water, snacks, sturdy footwear, appropriate clothing for the
weather. There is no cost for our weekly guided hikes, however registration is
required. Please call 518-279-1155 to register or for further
information.
Registration: Required
Camping 101
Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$3
Want to camp out under
the stars this summer, but don't know where to start? This program will cover
everything from what gear you'll need and what to wear to meal-prepping tips
and guidance on finding a campsite. If you want to learn more about camping in
anticipation for a future trip, you're in the right place. This program will be
led by Andy Bonelli, Grafton Lakes State Park Environmental Educator and New York
State Licensed Outdoor Guide. This program is for all ages (18 and under must
have an adult. Please call 518-279-1155 to register or for further information.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Kayak Tours
Monday, May 20, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$10
All skill levels are
welcome on a guided kayak tour of Long Pond! Paddle through nature and learn
about local wildlife. Registration is required. Kayak, paddles, and safety
equipment will be provided. For ages 16+, those under 18 must be accompanied by
a guardian.
Call 518-279-1155 to
register.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Hikes
Thursday, May 23, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Every Thursday, enjoy a
guided group hike led by one of our Environmental Educators. With over
twenty-five miles of trails within Grafton Lakes State Park, we will be hiking
a new route each week. The guided hikes will be a mix of easy, moderate, or
challenging depending on each weeks planned route. We strongly encourage
participants bring water, snacks, sturdy footwear, appropriate clothing for the
weather. There is no cost for our weekly guided hikes, however registration is
required. Please call 518-279-1155 to register or for further
information.
Registration: Required
Full Moon Hike
Friday, May 24, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$5
Step outside at night in
the park! Join us for this full moon program as we hike through the park and
talk about all things nighttime like nocturnal animals and what goes on outside
while we sleep. We will be listening for nighttime animals, so being able to be
quiet and listen is very important! Because of this, this program is
recommended for ages 9+ to ensure everyone has a good experience. Please
register ahead for this program by calling 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Kayak Tours
Monday, May 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$10
All skill levels are
welcome on a guided kayak tour of Long Pond! Paddle through nature and learn
about local wildlife. Registration is required. Kayak, paddles, and safety
equipment will be provided. For ages 16+, those under 18 must be accompanied by
a guardian.
Call 518-279-1155 to
register.
Registration: Required
Weekly Guided Kayak Tours
Monday, May 27, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
$10
All skill levels are
welcome on a guided kayak tour of Long Pond! Paddle through nature and learn
about local wildlife. Registration is required. Kayak, paddles, and safety
equipment will be provided. For ages 16+, those under 18 must be accompanied by
a guardian.
Call 518-279-1155 to
register.
Registration: Required
Star Party
Friday, May 31, 2024 08:30 PM - 11:45 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Calling all night owls!
The Albany Area Amateur Astronomers will have telescopes to give you a tour of
the night sky during this free program held at the Deerfield Pavilion.
Enter via the main
entrance and follow signs to the program-- first left off the main entrance
road. Please drive slowly in the park at night.
All ages.
Free program.
No registration
Following Saturday is
the Rain Date.