September 2018
Minnewaska Preserve: Tuesday Trek- High Peter’s Kill Loop Hike
A five-mile-hike along the High Peter’s Kill Footpath. This hike does include some rocky, narrow sections of trail that may be challenging for some. Meet in the Awosting Parking Area. Pre-registration is required by calling Minnewaska at 845-255-0752.
Find out more »Minnewaska Preserve: Walking Stick Art
Drop in at the Minnewaska Nature Center to decorate your very own walking stick, which you can try out around the Park after! We’ll have ready-made walking sticks of various sizes available, as well as paint with which to decorate them. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 18. This is a drop-in program and pre-registration is not required. Info: 845-255-0752.
Find out more »Minnewaska Preserve: Nature Journals
Bring your child to the Nature Center to make their own nature journal with Stefan Ramirez, Student Conservation Association/AmeriCorps Intern. After the journals are made, children can take a walk on trails near the Nature Center to look for leaves and other natural items to include in their book. This program is recommended for children between the ages of six to ten, accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 18. This is a drop-in program and…
Find out more »October 2018
Minnewaska Preserve: Homeschoolers- Seeds & Seasons
Learn about the change of seasons. We’ll talk about why tree leaves change colors and how tree seeds are spread, followed by a fun activity! This program is recommended for children between the ages of seven and twelve years old, accompanied by an adult over the age of 18. As always, well-behaved younger siblings are welcome to join us. Meet at the Minnewaska Nature Center. Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752.
Find out more »Minnewaska Preserve: Awosting Falls Loop Hike
Meet at the Awosting Parking Area, where we begin our hike on the High Peter’s Kill Footpath. The carriage roads are relatively easy walking; however, the footpaths do include some hills and tricky footing. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Pre-registration is required. Info: 845-255-0752.
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