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Fri
20
Sep
Friday, September 20, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. 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.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Sep
Saturday, September 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Annie Mardiney,
wildlife rehabilitator from Wild Mountain Birds, for an up-close and personal
look at some of the raptors common to the Shawangunk Ridge. Live education
birds may include red-tailed hawk, broad-winged hawk, American kestrel, barred
owl, screech owl, and great horned owl. Stop by the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center to meet these amazing and beautiful animals in person. No dogs at this
program, please. Meet
on the lawn on the south side of the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. This is
a drop-in program and pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sun
22
Sep
Sunday, September 22, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Have you ever wondered why
the Shawangunk Ridge looks so unique? Why the jagged, rocky outcrops are a
dazzling white and why massive boulders lie in heaps at the base of the cliffs?
Have these questions and more answered by Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator. Josh's geology table will
feature multiple models and photographs to explain the timeline of how these
impressive features came to be, from the recycling of rock from an ancient
mountain range to the bulldozing effects of the glaciers that receded during
the last ice age. Stop by this educational table outside the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center to have a quick chat before you head out on your hike. All ages
are welcome! For more
information or questions, please contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at
845-255-0752. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. This is a drop-in program and pre-registration is NOT
required.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Tue
24
Sep
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for an adventurous,
six-mile hike to Gertrude's Nose and back on the same route. This footpath,
which traverses an escarpment edge, offers one of the most expansive views in
Minnewaska. From our start at Lake Minnewaska, this route will follow Millbrook
Mountain Carriage Road to Gertrude's Nose Footpath, which offers broad views of
the Wallkill Valley, Taconic Mountains, and beyond. This modestly challenging
hike includes a steep rock scramble, a few hills, and some tricky footing.
Participants must bring water, snacks, and lunch and wear appropriate hiking
shoes. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at
845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Sep
Friday, September 27, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding? Join Nick Martin, Park
Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner Library, every Friday during
September. 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.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Each fall, thousands of raptors, including eagles, hawks, and
falcons, migrate south over the Shawangunk Mountains on the way to their
wintering grounds. Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, at the Beacon Hill field
and picnic area, to celebrate Fish and Wildlife Day as we watch for migrating
raptors. This area is located off the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, on the
east side of Lake Minnewaska, and next to the southern trailhead for the Beacon
Hill Footpath. There will be an information table set up for those who want to
learn more about these amazing animals. If the weather conditions are ideal, we
will see broad-winged hawks and other raptors as they fly by or overhead, as
they migrate south. For those wanting a closer view of these birds, we'll have
a spotting scope to look through and binoculars to borrow. This program will be
cancelled in the event of rain.
For more information or
questions, please contact Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
or the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the Beacon Hill
field and picnic area. This is a drop-in program
and pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sat
28
Sep
Saturday, September 28, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join
Nick Martin, Park Educator, for a drop-in program to get a close-up view of
various wildlife props at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Here at the Nature
Center, tables will be set up with touchable, natural items, such as snake skin
sheds, feathers, skulls, talons, nests, and more. This program is recommended
for anyone who is interested in nature and wildlife, however, children must be
accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. For more information or questions,
please contact the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752. Meet at the
Minnewaska Nature Center (located 100 yards east of the Lake Minnewaska Visitor
Center). This is a drop-in program and
pre-registration is NOT required.
Registration: Not required
Sun
29
Sep
Sunday, September 29, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner,
Environmental Educator, for a bike ride to Lake Awosting and a loop hike in the
Minnewaska back country. Starting on Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, we'll ride
to Upper Awosting Carriage Road, which we'll follow until it ends at Lake Awosting. From here, we'll continue along the Lake Awosting Carriage Road until we reach
the beach area, where we'll lock and leave our bikes on a bike rack. Next,
we'll grab our backpacks and hike a scenic loop along Spruce Glen and Scenic
Trail footpaths, stopping at Murray Hill for the views, before walking back to
the beach along the edge of Lake Awosting, where we'll stop for lunch. For our return ride, we'll cruise along a short section of Castle Point
Carriage Road until we connect with Hamilton Point Carriage Road, which offers
gorgeous sweeping views of the Palmaghatt Ravine. Then, we'll ride the last
part of our journey along Millbrook Mountain and Lake Minnewaska Carriage
Roads. The total distance for the bike ride is approximately nine miles and the
hike distance is approximately one and a half miles. Participants must bring
their own bikes, equipment, food and water. Only Class 1, pedal-assist,
electric bikes are allowed in the Park Preserve. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center Upper Parking Lot. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Tue
01
Oct
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Fri
04
Oct
Friday, October 4, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding?
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner
Library, every Friday during October. 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
Registration: Not required
Tue
08
Oct
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Tue
08
Oct
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner and Josh Grosse for a bike ride to Lake Awosting and a loop hike in the Minnewaska backcountry. Starting on Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, we'll ride to Upper Awosting Carriage Road, which we'll follow until it ends at Lake Awosting. From here, we'll continue along the Lake Awosting Carriage Road until we reach the beach area, where we'll lock and leave our bikes on a bike rack. Next, we'll grab our backpacks and hike a scenic loop along Spruce Glen and Scenic Trail Footpaths, stopping at Murray Hill for the stunning views of fall foliage, before walking back to the beach along the edge of Lake Awosting. For our return ride, we'll cruise along a short section of Castle Point Carriage Road until we connect with Hamilton Point Carriage Road, which offers gorgeous sweeping views of the Palmaghatt Ravine. Then, we'll ride the last part of our journey along Millbrook Mountain and Lake Minnewaska Carriage Roads. The total distance for the bike ride is approximately nine miles and the hike distance is approximately one and a half miles. This outing is therefore recommended for individuals who feel confident about riding this terrain. Participants must bring their own bikes, equipment, food and water. Only Class 1, pedal-assist, electric bikes are allowed in the Park Preserve. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center Upper Parking Lot. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Fri
11
Oct
Friday, October 11, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding?
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner
Library, every Friday during October. 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
Registration: Not required
Tue
15
Oct
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Thu
17
Oct
Thursday, October 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
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 tree,
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. Meet
at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by
calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Thu
17
Oct
Thursday, October 17, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
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 tree, 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. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Thu
17
Oct
Thursday, October 17, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
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 Visitor Center, where each student will use a
leaf press booklet to create their own identification guide. We'll use this
tool as we take 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 children between the ages of seven to
twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.
Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska
Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required
Fri
18
Oct
Friday, October 18, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding?
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner
Library, every Friday during October. 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
Registration: Not required
Fri
18
Oct
Friday, October 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for
tree identification walks during October. During this program, we will take an
approximately one mile walk on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and we may also
visit Majestic Park, which can be muddy and wet, especially after a recent
rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear waterproof boots or shoes.
Participants may want to bring binoculars, a tree identification guide, or a
small notebook and pencil. This program will be cancelled in the event of rain.
The total number of participants for this program
is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the Gardiner
Library lower parking area. For more information, please contact the
Gardiner Library directly at 845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov.
Registration: Not required
Sat
19
Oct
Saturday, October 19, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Environmental
Educator, Josh Grosse, for an approximately five-mile, roundtrip, loop hike to
Millbrook Mountain. Starting from the Visitor Center, we'll hike along the east
side of Lake Minnewaska, taking in all the scenic views, until we reach the
south end of the Lake. From here, we'll pick up the Millbrook Mountain
Footpath, a rocky trail that ascends and descends about 300 feet to reach the
summit of Millbrook Mountain. Millbrook Mountain has one of the most expansive
views in Minnewaska, making it an excellent place to admire the changing fall
foliage. Next, we'll take the meandering Millbrook Mountain Carriage Road back
towards Lake Minnewaska, where we'll continue around the west side of the Lake
back to the Visitor Center. The footpath section of this hike includes open
rock slabs, uneven footing, and one stream crossing. Participants should come
well prepared with appropriate footwear and enough food and water for the
duration of the hike. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration
is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Sun
20
Oct
Sunday, October 20, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for
an approximately four-mile hike along a mix of carriage roads and a footpath.
From the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll make our way over to the Meadows
via two carriage roads. This area of rolling hills, site of a former orchard
and golf course, was built during the era of the Lake Minnewaska Resort. The
abundance of blueberry bushes in this area creates a gorgeous show of velvety
red, fall color. Next, we'll continue along the Castle Point Carriage Road,
with its numerous scenic vistas, until we reach Kempton Ledge. This cliffside
lookout offers wide and breathtaking views of Storm King and Breakneck
Mountains in the distance. Continuing back on Castle Point Carriage Road, we'll
connect with the Lake Minnewaska Carriage Road, which we'll follow back to our
starting point. Meet at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration
is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Tue
22
Oct
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Tue
22
Oct
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for
this modestly challenging, five-mile roundtrip hike along the
Millbrook Mountain Footpath and Millbrook Mountain Carriage Road. Panoramic
views of the Wallkill Valley in its finest autumnal colors are abundant from
the top of Millbrook Mountain. To reach this scenic,
cliff-edge destination, we'll stroll the meandering Millbrook Mountain and Lake
Minnewaska Carriage Roads, which offer scenic views of the Palmaghatt Ravine.
The footpath section of this outing traverses through forests, over a stream
and over rock slabs, with sustained downhill and uphill sections. Some
participants may find this uneven terrain challenging. Participants
should bring water, snacks and lunch and wear appropriate hiking shoes. Meet at
the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is
required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Are you interested in birds or birding?
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for bird walks, starting at the Gardiner
Library, every Friday during October. 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
Registration: Not required
Fri
25
Oct
Friday, October 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Join Nick Martin, Park Educator, for
tree identification walks during October. During this program, we will take an
approximately one mile walk on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and we may also
visit Majestic Park, which can be muddy and wet, especially after a recent
rainfall. Participants are encouraged to wear waterproof boots or shoes.
Participants may want to bring binoculars, a tree identification guide, or a
small notebook and pencil. This program will be cancelled in the event of rain.
The total number of participants for this program
is limited to fifteen individuals. Meet at the Gardiner
Library lower parking area. For more information, please contact the
Gardiner Library directly at 845-255-1255 or email Nicholas.Martin@parks.ny.gov
Registration: Not required
Sat
26
Oct
Saturday, October 26, 2024 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Park Educator, Nick Martin, for an approximately
seven-and-a-half-mile hike to Castle Point and beyond. Starting from the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center, we'll hike around the west side of Lake Minnewaska
until the intersection with Castle Point Carriage Road. From here, we'll
continue along this scenic carriage road, which features numerous panoramic
views of the surrounding Park Preserve and the Wallkill Valley, until we reach
the intersection with Rainbow Falls Footpath. We'll follow this interesting
footpath to the intersection with Upper Awosting Carriage Road. From here,
we'll follow this easy-going carriage road back to Lake Minnewaska. While the footpath section of this hike is under two miles, it contains
conditions that some might find challenging, such as rocky, uneven footing and
rock scrambles. All participants should come prepared with sturdy footwear, and
enough food and water for the duration of the outing. Meet at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at
845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Sun
27
Oct
Sunday, October 27, 2024 09:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Josh Grosse, Student Conservation
Association/AmeriCorps Environmental Educator, and Laura Conner, Environmental
Educator, for an all-day-long, eight-mile hike on a combination of gently
sloping carriage roads and rugged footpaths. We will begin at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center and make our way down to the Upper Awosting Carriage
Road, which we'll follow until we intercept Blueberry Run Footpath. We'll hike
on this trail until we reach the iconic Castle Point— an escarpment featuring
impressive south-facing views of Sam's Point, The Rondout Reservoir and Lake
Awosting. On our return trip, we will follow Castle Point Carriage Road until
we meet the trailhead for Rainbow Falls Footpath, which we'll hike back to
Upper Awosting Carriage Road. This section of trail includes some moderate
rock scrambling. We will follow Upper Awosting Carriage Road back to the
Visitor Center. Please note that this hike is intended for more experienced
hikers, as the footpaths include some steep sections with tricky footing.
Participants should come prepared with appropriate clothing and sturdy
footwear, and plenty of water and food to sustain themselves. Meet
at the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by
calling the Lake Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752 x0.
Registration: Required
Tue
29
Oct
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 08:00 AM - 10:00 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 7:30 am. The Park Preserve gates will be
locked at 8:00 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.
Registration: Not required
Tue
29
Oct
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
(845) 255-0752
Join Laura Conner, Environmental Educator, for a
three-and-a-half-mile loop hike on the Mossy Glen Footpath and Lower Awosting
Carriage Road. This scenic, flat footpath follows the edge of the Peter's Kill
stream, whose crystalline waters slice through the brilliant, white rocks found
here. This lush route offers plenty of opportunity to observe the fall foliage
in all its glory. This trail does have exposed roots and rock slabs that can be
slippery when wet. 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 x0.
Registration: Required
Wed
06
Nov
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
With the last of the
trees shedding their leaves, late autumn begins to feel like a time of grayness
and death. However, not everything gets the memo. Join Josh Grosse,
Student Conservation Association/Americorps Environmental Educator, as we dive
into the exceptional world of mosses, lichens, and mushrooms. We will discuss
the role of each organism in the ecosystem, and why their rebellious greenness
and growth persists into the cold months. Our discussion will be followed by an
appreciation walk, where we will look at examples of each and make close
observations using magnifying glasses. This program is recommended for children between the ages
of seven to twelve years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age
of 18. Well-behaved younger siblings are always welcome. Meet at the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center. Pre-registration is required by calling the Lake
Minnewaska Visitor Center at 845-255-0752.
Registration: Required