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Fri
02
Jun
Friday, June 2, 2023 08:15 PM - 09:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
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 night time like nocturnal animals and what goes
on outside while we sleep. Ages 7+, $5/person. Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Fri
09
Jun
Friday, June 9, 2023 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Come out and join
environmental educator Riley for a campfire talk to learn about our
constellations. Smores provided. Ages 6+, FREE. Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Fri
09
Jun
Friday, June 9, 2023 08:30 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 main
entrance and follow signs to program-- first left off main entrance road.
Please drive slowly in the park at night. Rain date is Sat., June10th. FREE, No registration.
Sat
10
Jun
Saturday, June 10, 2023 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Love gardening?
We do too! Come join us for a relaxing morning of gardening! Pull weeds, and
beautify the garden beds around the Welcome Center. All are welcome to join.
Enjoy the rest of the day at the park on us (no entrance fee for volunteers). Ages 14+, FREE. Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sun
11
Jun
Sunday, June 11, 2023 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Have you ever
been to the DEC Grafton Forest property down the road from Grafton Lakes State
Park? Join us for this unique sunset program. During the hike we will see a
lean-to, a marsh, and views of the Hudson Valley. With beautiful views, this 4.5 mile hike up to the Valley Viewpoint is sure not to disappoint. The trail has
some uphill climbs and many rocks and roots. The last mile of the road before
the parking lot is rutted and uneven. A vehicle like an SUV with at least
all-wheel drive is REQUIRED to access the parking lot, a regular sedan is not
encouraged to attempt the road. Ages 14+, FREE. Registration required.
Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Spring is finally
here, and the park could use your help! Join us in making the park trails
easier to navigate by putting up trail markers. No previous experience is
necessary. Ages 10+, FREE. Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sat
17
Jun
Saturday, June 17, 2023 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Learn to catch,
preserve, and identify insects with staff entomologist Michael! This program
will focus on techniques to capture and preserve insects in the field. This is
part 1 of a 2-part program. While attendance of part 1 is not necessary to
attend part 2, it is recommended to attend both for the full experience. Ages 12+, $4/person. Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sun
18
Jun
Sunday, June 18, 2023 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Join us for this
talk at the program tent by the north side of the beach. This program will
include information about local wildlife including activities about animal
tracks. Learn helpful tips for identifying animal tracks and what animals call
Grafton Lakes State Park home. Ages 16+, FREE. No registration.
Sun
18
Jun
Sunday, June 18, 2023 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Join us as we
paddle into the beautiful Grafton sunset. This experience is perfect for youth
and adults with little or abundant watercraft skills. No equipment necessary. $10/person
(includes kayak rental), $5/person if you bring your own (please let us know if
you need a kayak!). Single seater kayaks only. Ages 16+, $10/person, Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Wed
21
Jun
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Celebrate the
Summer Equinox by attending this Pollinators and Plants program! Join us to
learn about the significance of bees and their preferred food sources. Ages 7+, FREE, Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Fri
23
Jun
Friday, June 23, 2023 09:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Join us for a
free movie on Long Pond beach (weather permitting). Check out our 16' big
screen under the night sky! The movie is kid-friendly and PG-rated so bring the
whole family. We can't announce the movie title due to licensing restrictions
but we can say that it is about a blocky group of heroes that band together to
try to stop an evil villain from conquering their colorful world. Be sure to
bring a blanket. Movie will start after dusk around 9pm. FREE, No registration.
Sat
24
Jun
Saturday, June 24, 2023 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
On free fishing
weekend you can fish without a fishing license! This is a great opportunity to
try out fishing without a big cost. Educators will be at the boat house
Saturday morning loaning out fishing rods, demonstrating how to cast, providing
bait, and more. Clinic is free,
but gate fee of $8/vehicle still applies. FREE, No registration.
Sat
24
Jun
Saturday, June 24, 2023 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Learn to catch,
preserve, and identify insects with staff entomologist Michael! This program
will focus on pinning and identifying the insects that were captured during
part 1 of this program series. This is part 2 of a 2-part program. While
attendance of one part is not necessary to attend the other, it is recommended
to attend both for the full experience. Ages 12+, $4/person, Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Sun
25
Jun
Sunday, June 25, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Did you know that
dragonflies live a secret life deep under the water? They hunt in the murk,
breath with gills, and can move with lightning speed. This program will give
attendees a full understanding of the unique lives of dragonflies. Ages 5+, $2/person, Registration required. Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Tue
27
Jun
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Join an
environmental educator for a short hike to celebrate the beginning of summer
break! Ages 8+, FREE, Registration required.
Call 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required