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Wed 03 Sep
Summer Trek: St. Helena
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Visit the former village site of St. Helena and enjoy lunch along the cobble shore of the Genesee River. Meet at Lower St. Helena parking area. (2 miles) Summer Treks are intermediate level outings for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views of the Genesee River. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail.
Registration: Not required
Wed 03 Sep
Mary Jemison: Letchworth State Park’s iconic “White Woman of the Genesee”
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Thu 04 Sep
Caterpillar Hunt
Thursday, September 4, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award-winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Thu 04 Sep
Mr. Letchworth’s Gift to the School Children
Thursday, September 4, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. UPDATE AS OF 7/11/25: Meet at the Letchworth Museum. 
Registration: Not required
Fri 05 Sep
William Pryor Letchworth and His Estate
Friday, September 5, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet on the steps of the Letchworth Museum. Rain location meets inside the Museum. (1 mile).
Registration: Not required
Sat 06 Sep
The CCC Camps of Letchworth State Park
Saturday, September 6, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps' impact on Letchworth State Park and their historic legacy. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Sun 07 Sep
Down by the River: St Helena
Sunday, September 7, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy going down by the banks of the Genesee River at St Helena. Who knows what we might see! Meet at lowest St Helena parking area. (1.5 miles)
Registration: Not required
Mon 08 Sep
Knee High Naturalists: Butterflies R Us
Monday, September 8, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
(585) 493-3680

The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts and a short nature walk. Space is limited - registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Adults must accompany children at all times. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Registration required, call (585)493-3680.
Registration: Required
Mon 08 Sep
The Seneca’s Traditional Way of Life
Monday, September 8, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Tue 09 Sep
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Wed 10 Sep
Summer Trek: Shelf Island
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Visit an ancient island of the Genesee River. Meet at the Parade Grounds parking area. (2 miles or more) Summer Treks are intermediate level outings for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views of the Genesee River. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail.
Registration: Not required
Wed 10 Sep
Mary Jemison: Letchworth State Park’s iconic “White Woman of the Genesee”
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Thu 11 Sep
Mr. Letchworth’s Gift to the School Children
Thursday, September 11, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. UPDATE AS OF 7/11/25: Meet at the Letchworth Museum. 
Registration: Not required
Thu 11 Sep
Golden Hour Cellphone Photography: Howling Good Views at Wolf Creek
Thursday, September 11, 2025 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Get some "gorge"ous photos along the Gorge Trail (Trail #1). Enjoy stunning scenery while learning simple tips and tricks for taking great photos on your cellphone. Meet at Wolf Creek Overlook. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Fri 12 Sep
William Pryor Letchworth and His Estate
Friday, September 12, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet on the steps of the Letchworth Museum. Rain location meets inside the Museum. (1 mile).
Registration: Not required
Sat 13 Sep
Down by the River: Lower Falls
Saturday, September 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy going down the many steps to see Lower Falls up close. Meet at Octagon Building in Lower Falls Area. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Sat 13 Sep
The Impact of Americanization on the Seneca
Saturday, September 13, 2025 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about how Americanization policies affected the Seneca people and their way of life. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Sat 13 Sep
Letchworth on Tap
Saturday, September 13, 2025 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come and go as you please while a guide shares unique geology, historic photos, and inner circle folklore of our backyard treasure. Meet at Three Falls Cider, 24 East Park Road, Castile, NY. (onsite)
Registration: Not required
Mon 15 Sep
The Seneca’s Traditional Way of Life
Monday, September 15, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Tue 16 Sep
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Wed 17 Sep
Summer Trek: Hogsback
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
See this unique landform from the western rim of the Highbanks Canyon. Meet at the Hogsback Overlook (42.721322, -77.927319). (2 miles) Summer Treks are intermediate level outings for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views of the Genesee River. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail.
Registration: Not required
Wed 17 Sep
Mary Jemison: Letchworth State Park’s iconic “White Woman of the Genesee”
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Thu 18 Sep
Mr. Letchworth’s Gift to the School Children
Thursday, September 18, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. UPDATE AS OF 7/11/25: Meet at the Letchworth Museum. 
Registration: Not required
Fri 19 Sep
William Pryor Letchworth and His Estate
Friday, September 19, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet on the steps of the Letchworth Museum. Rain location meets inside the Museum. (1 mile).
Registration: Not required
Sat 20 Sep
World Rivers Day
Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Letchworth State Park
Admire Great Bend Canyon, the handiwork of the mighty Genesee River. See maps of the river's previous routes, hear the full story of its post-glacial reroute, and hike between several famous overlooks. Meet at St. Helena. (1 mile)
Registration: Not required
Sat 20 Sep
Vanished Villages and Bygone Buildings
Saturday, September 20, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Explore the rich past of villages and structures that once dotted the Letchworth landscape. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Mon 22 Sep
Knee High Naturalists: Everything’s Electric!
Monday, September 22, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
(585) 493-3680

The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts and a short nature walk. Space is limited - registration is required by calling 585-493-3680. Adults must accompany children at all times. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. Registration required, call (585)493-3680.
Registration: Required
Mon 22 Sep
The Seneca’s Traditional Way of Life
Monday, September 22, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Mon 22 Sep
Crepuscular Walk: Equinox Sunset over Highbanks
Monday, September 22, 2025 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Say farewell to summer as the sun sets over the Highbanks Canyon. In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight." Flashlight recommended. Meet at Powerline Trail (Trail #21) Trailhead (42.682494, -77.924811). (3 miles)
Registration: Not required
Tue 23 Sep
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Wed 24 Sep
Summer Trek: Cliff Island
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Peer into the interglacial valley known as Lee's Landing from an ancient island of the Genesee River. Meet at the Parade Grounds parking area. (2 miles or more) Summer Treks are intermediate level outings for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views of the Genesee River. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail.
Registration: Not required
Wed 24 Sep
Mary Jemison: Letchworth State Park’s iconic “White Woman of the Genesee”
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Thu 25 Sep
Mr. Letchworth’s Gift to the School Children
Thursday, September 25, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. UPDATE AS OF 7/11/25: Meet at the Letchworth Museum. 
Registration: Not required
Thu 25 Sep
Golden Hour Cellphone Photography: Highbanks Canyon Around Hogsback
Thursday, September 25, 2025 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
See the impressive Hogsback formation from multiple views! Enjoy stunning scenery while learning simple tips and tricks for taking great photos on your cellphone. Meet at Hogsback Overlook. (2 miles)
Registration: Not required
Fri 26 Sep
William Pryor Letchworth and His Estate
Friday, September 26, 2025 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet on the steps of the Letchworth Museum. Rain location meets inside the Museum. (1 mile).
Registration: Not required
Sat 27 Sep
Free Fishing Day
Saturday, September 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Fishing is a valuable skill that can connect you with nature. Learn how to fish at this Free Fishing Day event. No fishing license is required to fish on a Free Fishing Day. Everyone welcome, regardless of fishing ability or experience. Fishing rods and bait provided. Meet at Trout Pond. (.5 mile or less)
Registration: Not required
Sat 27 Sep
A Scenic Fall Walk Along the Old Genesee Valley Canal
Saturday, September 27, 2025 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy a scenic walk and discussion about the history of the Genesee Valley Canal. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Mon 29 Sep
The Seneca’s Traditional Way of Life
Monday, September 29, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required
Tue 30 Sep
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the rich history of Letchworth State Park during these family friendly programs. Meet at William Pryor Letchworth Museum.
Registration: Not required