May events planned at Moreau Lake State Park

MOREAU, N.Y. Moreau Lake State Park has announced the following programs for May:

-Inclusive Nature Class on May 2 at 4:30 p.m. This class is for school aged children who have IDD, are on the spectrum or have an IEP. Class will consist of a 10-15 minute presentation with many visual aids before heading out on a 40-minute trail walk to continue learning. Each class participant must have an adult with them, and family members and siblings are welcome to attend. Class spaces are limited and registration is necessary.

-Kneehigh Naturalist on May 4 at 10 a.m. This class is intended for children ages 2-5 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. There will be a short story based on the outdoors before going for a short hike hoping to see wildlife.

-I Love My Parks Day on May 6 at 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Volunteers can help with several projects. They are: 1) Spreading wood chips at three playgrounds. 2) Lake and trails cleanup. 3)Building and planting planter boxes. 4) River maintenance, pruning tools needed. Reservations are required at www.ptny.org/ilovemypark.

-White Birch Trail hike on May 8 at 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The first mile is a steep uphill, and then it flattens out, but comes to another steep but short section, then leveling out again. This hike is between 3 and 4 miles with views of a variety of different tree landscapes.

-Full Moon Hike on May 11 at 7:30-9:30 p.m. Led by park naturalist who will point out flora and fauna as the sun is setting and the moon is rising. Cost is $3 per person.

-Kayak Trip on May 12 at 1-3 p.m. Park naturalist will lead this beginner’s paddle around the lake.

-Potters Point Hike on May 13 at 1-3 p.m. Views of the Hudson River.

-Moreau Overlook Hike on May 16 at 10 a.m.-noon One of the park’s most strenuous hikes; 0.9 miles up to views of Moreau Lake.

-Inclusive Nature Class on May 16 at 4:30 p.m. This class is for school aged children who have IDD, are on the spectrum or have an IEP. Class will consist of a 10-15 minute presentation with many visual aids before heading out on a 40-minute trail walk to continue learning. Each class participant must have an adult with them, and family members and siblings are welcome to attend. Class spaces are limited and registration is necessary.

-Kneehigh Naturalist on May 25 at 1 p.m. This class is intended for children ages 2-5 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. There will be a short story based on the outdoors before going for a short hike hoping to see wildlife.

-Kayak Trip on May 27 at 1-3 p.m. Park naturalist will lead this beginner’s paddle around the lake.

Programs are held weather permitting and are subject to change. Call the park office to confirm event date, time and location. Participants should be prepared to spend time outside and are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Reservations are required for all programs and classes, and there are fees for classes.

Moreau Lake State Park is located off Northway Exit 17S. For information or to register for events call(518-793-0511.