An educational program for children aged five to ten, held during winter school break, with each day focused on a different topic. This is a drop-off program. Reservations are required. Admission is $15 per child; $12 for members of the Friends of John Jay Homestead.

Help us close another season of the Homestead Farm Market with a craft activity and cider pressing in our NEW Potting Shed Discovery Center. This is a free, walk-in program for families with children aged three to ten.

Help us close another season of the Homestead Farm Market with a craft activity and cider pressing in our NEW Potting Shed Discovery Center. This is a free, walk-in program for families with children aged three to ten.

Join us for a walking tour of some of the New York City sites where Founding Father John Jay lived and worked. We will cover about 1.75 miles during the walk. Tour begins promptly at 10:00, rain or shine. Registrants will be sent details on the meeting place in Manhattan. Advance registration and payment required: for entrance fee information and to reserve, call the site.

Escape the busy world with a leisurely stroll through the park's beautiful woodlands. Discover how your night senses measure up to those of nocturnal animals.

Rock concert, informal barbecue, and other activities in the barnyard at John Jay Homestead. Admission charge; for more information and to reserve tickets, call the Friends of John Jay Homestead at the number above.

Sponsored by the New York Unit of the Herb Society of America. Plant and craft demonstrations, great food, and herb-related merchandise on the grounds at John Jay Homestead. Free admission; food and merchandise available for purchase.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Enjoy a continental breakfast while you learn about the basics of bird identification; which is followed by a guided walk. Bring binoculars.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Presented by Friends of Sonnenberg. Wednesday evenings from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Learn the art of creating beautiful stained glass at this fun and informative workshop. Class meets in the Carriage House (use Fort Hill Ave. entrance). Class size is limited to 15 participants. $70 per person/ $60 per Sonnenberg Member. Class fee includes materials for first project. Tools available to borrow. Prepaid registration required. Call 585-394-4922 or register.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Co-sponsored by the Max Pavey Chess Club. Concurrent chess tournaments for children and adults; children's tournament ends around noon, adult tournament ends around 4:00. Bring a bag lunch, drink, a chess set, and a chess clock if you can. Free admission; in the Main Barn.

After an interactive program introducing turtles, snakes and frogs; we will enjoy a hike to explore these creatures in the wild.

Program held by Long Pond Beach. Use all your senses to learn about these animals. Meet animal ambassadors too!

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Take advantage of the fresh evening air with a pleasant walk along the meandering moonlit trails of the preserve.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Costume History Camp is for ages 14-18 ($155 per student, $135 for Friends of Clermont members, includes all materials). Make four 18th century ladies' projects while learning the basics of costuming and needlework of the period. No experience needed. Includes day cap, mitts, pockets, and a petticoat.

Living history programming explores the role of Fort Niagara during the American Revolution. Battle demonstrations, living history camps, British court martial and hands on activities for families.

Living history programming explores the role of Fort Niagara during the American Revolution. Battle demonstrations, living history camps, British court martial and hands on activities for families.

Raindate Aug 4th.

Meet outside the Main Greenhouse Classroom at the end of the West Parking Lot.

Free with $8 Parking Fee / Reservations Required (space is limited).

Millicent Rogers collected the paintings of landscape artists such as Monet and Gauguin. Celebrate the landscapes of Planting Fields with Salmagundi Club plein-air artist Annie Shaver-Crandell who will lead students through gardens and quiet places, while portraits of people, trees, and flowers inspire. Medium is students choice (watercolor, oil or acrylic); instructions and suggested materials list will be provided upon registration. Bring a bag lunch or purchase snacks at the café.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Junior History Club is for children 9-13 ($120 per child, $105 per child for Friends of Clermont members)

A summer camp for children entering grades two through seven. Admission charge: $250 with 10% discount for members of the Friends of John Jay Homestead, and 10% discount for paid registration received by April 30. Daily rates available. Advance registration required. For more information and to reserve, call the site.

For ages 7-13. For Information and Registration, Contact: Pam Gangloff at 585-394-4922/ volunteers@sonnenberg.org. $75 for members and $85 for non-members. Click here for a registration form and contact form.

The Native American Dance & Music Festival is Ganondagan's annual summer event that features a wide range of Native American traditional dancers, musicians, storytellers, and artists sharing their cultural heritage, crafts and arts with festival goers.

This event also features the ever popular children and adult workshops such as cornhusk doll making, native foods such as fry-bread, interpreted programs in the Visitor's Center and Bark Longhouse, guided trail walks, and the family drum jam.

Ganondagan's Native American Dance & Music Festival is the only event of its kind in Western New York and over 4,000 people attend each year from 37 countries and 20 states.

More details: http://www.gano​ndagan.org/NADM​F.html

Location: Ganondagan State Historic Site, 1488 State Route 444, Victor, NY

The Native American Dance & Music Festival is Ganondagan's annual summer event that features a wide range of Native American traditional dancers, musicians, storytellers, and artists sharing their cultural heritage, crafts and arts with festival goers.

This event also features the ever popular children and adult workshops such as cornhusk doll making, native foods such as fry-bread, interpreted programs in the Visitor's Center and Bark Longhouse, guided trail walks, and the family drum jam.

Ganondagan's Native American Dance & Music Festival is the only event of its kind in Western New York and over 4,000 people attend each year from 37 countries and 20 states.

More details: http://www.gano​ndagan.org/NADM​F.html

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

A summer camp for children entering grades two through seven. Admission charge: $250 with 10% discount for members of the Friends of John Jay Homestead, and 10% discount for paid registration received by April 30. Daily rates available. Advance registration required. For more information and to reserve, call the Education Department at the number above.

Frederic Church's life was filled with international travel and exploration. Discover the cultures of five unique places that Frederic Church traveled throughout his lifetime. Explore Church's artwork from these countries, work with chefs to make culinary dishes, engage in music and dance from around the world, and work with artists to create hand-crafted art items that exemplify the splendor of the specific country. The program includes a tour of Frederic Church's home, and a student led presentation at the end of the week which will include an international culinary spread for families and friends. Registration forms can be found by clicking here. Registration deadline June 21. Contact Sarah Hasbrook, Education Coordinator, at (518) 828-1872 x 109 or e-mail shasbrook@olana.org  for more information.

Wagon House Education Center. Ages 6-12.

$180/child one week (includes individual membership with registration)
$320/child two week package (includes individual membership with registration
*Current members please inquire about available discounts

Search high and low for the fascinating things that nature hides in plain sight. For kids 5-8. There will be a fee of $4.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and children under 3 are free.

Band TBA. Live music, classic cars, and family fun! ($10 per car)

Learn to play croquet on Clermont's historic croquet courts. Recommended for children 6-12. Program is free to all.

Does your family have what it takes to solve a mystery and become pond scene investigators? Come to the preserve to find out.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

For newcomers to geocaching, a number of state parks will host Learn to Geocache workshops on the following dates and times. The cost to participate in the workshops is $3.00 per person. Please call the park for more information and to reserve a spot in the class.

For newcomers to geocaching, a number of state parks will host Learn to Geocache workshops on the following dates and times. The cost to participate in the workshops is $3.00 per person. Please call the park for more information and to reserve a spot in the class.

This is a Nature Program designed for children ages 6 and up. Held weekly on Wednesdays. Topics include:

July 10 - The Wonder of the Butterfly
July 17 - Make a Rain Gauge
July 24 - Nature Geocaching Hike
July 31 - Animal Camouflage
August 7 - Make Quick Sand
August 14 - Who Lives Here?
August 21 - Animal Track ID & Casting
August 28 - Making Things Using Solar Power

$1 per child per program. Use Mill Road for entrance. Rain or shine.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Join the summer adventure at Olana that will explore Church's time at his camp on Millinocket Lake, Maine. During this unique, multi-disciplinary educational experience children will gain an in-depth understanding of Church's Persian-inspired home and surrounding artist designed landscape, Olana, his artwork, and participate in many of the activities that Church did during his time in Maine. The week will include sketching, painting, basket weaving, fishing, making shelters in the landscape, singing camp songs, and learning outdoor survival skills. Registration deadline June 21st. Contact Sarah Hasbrook, Education Coordinator, at (518) 828-1872 x 109 or e-mail shasbrook@olana.org for more information.

Wagon House Education Center. Ages 6-12. $180/child one week (includes individual membership with registration); $320/child two week package (includes individual membership with registration)

*Current members please inquire about available discounts.

Live music and delicious hot food will keep your family happy and entertained until a view of the Saugerties Fireworks over the Hudson River ($10 per car, Friends of Clermont $8)

For newcomers to geocaching, a number of state parks will host Learn to Geocache workshops on the following dates and times. The cost to participate in the workshops is $3.00 per person. Please call the park for more information and to reserve a spot in the class.

Meets at park office. Learn the basics of this fun outdoor treasure-hunting pastime. Bring your own GPS or Smart phone if you have one. Then use your skills to find caches in the park!

Program held by Long Pond Beach. Use all your senses to learn about these animals. Meet animal ambassadors too!

18th century crafts, Reenactors, music and entertainment, delicious hot food. A great day for young families ($10 per car, Friends of Clermont $8)

Registration at 12pm at Long Pond Beach. All participants receive a prize!

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Learn about frogs and tadpoles inside, then down to the pond we go to catch, observe and release the tadpoles and frogs we find there.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

Learn about frogs and tadpoles inside, then down to the pond we go to catch, observe and release the tadpoles and frogs we find there.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

Bring your family to the Nature Center to learn all about butterflies and what makes them so unique. We'll search for evidence of their activity, including eggs, caterpillars, leaf chewing and actual butterflies, as we walk the trails near the Nature Center. This program is recommended for children between the ages of six to ten years old, accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. Siblings of any age are welcome; however, younger siblings may need parental assistance.

Pre-registration is required. Please call the Park Preserve Office at 845-255-0752. For outings, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring snacks and water. A parent or guardian over the age of 18 must accompany children wishing to participate in any programs. Unless otherwise noted, all outings meet at the Nature Center, located in the Wildmere area at the north end of Lake Minnewaska.

Study the beauty and composition of hundreds of dried butterfly specimens representing most of the world's butterfly families. Dozens of local and New York species as well as those found in the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory are specially noted. Butterfly structure and local natural history will be featured in two new butterfly videos. This is an excellent primer for the Butterfly Walk on July 6th.

Conference Room of the Visitor Center. 2 hours.

Explore the butterfly's life, make a craft and take an expedition into the butterfly garden to catch, observe and release these exquisite creatures.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

Explore the butterfly's life, make a craft and take an expedition into the butterfly garden to catch, observe and release these exquisite creatures.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

Bring your camera and we will guide you to the most delightful places in the park.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.

Contours. Cardinal directions. Slopes. Does topography give you a headache? Could you use a refresher on map reading? Come to the Nature Center as we review the basics that will allow you to read any map with confidence. This program is recommended for anyone ages 12 and up who are interested in maps. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.

Pre-registration is required. Please call the Park Preserve Office at 845-255-0752. For outings, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring snacks and water. A parent or guardian over the age of 18 must accompany children wishing to participate in any programs. Unless otherwise noted, all outings meet at the Nature Center, located in the Wildmere area at the north end of Lake Minnewaska.

Come and meet some rabbits which may live in your garden. Learn where rabbits live, what they eat, and what you can plant so they won't gobble your garden up.

For ages 3-10 with adult.
FREE for Sonenberg members. Others: $10
Call 585-394-4922 to register.

Join the Corps of Engineers & the Canyon Camera Club for a day of picture taking & learning. Pack a lunch & enjoy photo seminars, photo walks, & interesting subjects.

This is a free public event! For details, please contact the Mount Morris Dam Visitor Center at 585-658-4790.

Discover the world of fireflies through exciting indoor activities & a short walk.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.

The "Let's Discover Nature" Hour is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning. Ages 3-5.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

The "Let's Discover Nature" Hour is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning. Ages 3-5.

Fees for the program: $4/adult, $3/child, children under 3 are free. Reservations will be accepted two weeks prior to each program and may be made by calling the park office at (631) 265-1054. All programs conducted on the North Side of the park unless otherwise noted.

Attend this informative session to learn about Invasive Species: What are they? What do I look for? How do I help manage them?

$1 minimum donation.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities and crafts. Ages 3-5.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities and crafts. Ages 3-5.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.

Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect young children and their parents with the natural world through short walks, activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Admission is $4.00 per adult and $3.00 per child. Children under 3 are free.

After an interactive program introducing turtles, snakes, and frogs; we will enjoy a hike to explore these creatures in the wild.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.

Join Lucky Orphan Horse Rescue in raising awareness for rescued horses. Learn about horses and volunteering. Horses will be at both sides of the bridge for peting and loving.

Help us kick-off our Farm Market's 3rd season with family fun! Visit our NEW Carriage Barn Education and Visitor Center, experience its discovery boxes, participate in a scavenger hunt, and do a craft activity. This is a free, walk-in program for families with children aged three to ten.

For newcomers to geocaching, a number of state parks will host Learn to Geocache workshops on the following dates and times.

There is no fee to participate. Please call the park for more information and to reserve a spot in the class.

Group Area ~ $3 per person (your own equipment)

June 22 Schedule:
Dutch Oven Cooking - 7 pm
Bat Hike & Campfire Fun - 8:30 pm
Stargazing - 9 pm

June 23 Schedule:
Kayak or Canoe, Guided Shoreline Tour - 8 am, $5 per person
*Participants may bring their own kayak or canoe. The kayak rental rate is $20 (cash) from 8 am - 11 am. Reservations are required. To register for the tour or to reserve a kayak, please call the park at 607-547-8662.

Take advantage of the fresh evening air with this pleasant walk.

Advance reservations are required and may be made by calling the Environmental Office at (631) 581-1072. There will be a fee of $4 per adult, $3 per child, and children under 3 are free.