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Be a Volunteer!
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Invasive Plant Removal Outings- Learn all about different invasive plants and
help educators improve our forest ecosystem. Call 518-279-1155 to sign up and
learn more.
Registration: Required
Field Journal Drawing Workshop
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
If you like drawing from nature, join an educator for an art class about
techniques and ways to up your journal game. collaborate and talk with other
folks who like to draw, hang out, and have fun! Call 518-279-1155 to
register.
Registration: Required
Drop in Animal Care
Thursday, June 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Come join an educator as we go over how we feed our animals in the welcome center! These are drop in programs and require no pre-registration, simply come in the Welcome Center and go to the classroom. This drop in program lasts 1 hour.
Registration: Not required
Pollinators!
Thursday, June 19, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join an educator as we learn all about bees and how they benefit our
local ecosystem! We will have a chance to talk about pollinators, see some, and
even go home with a craft. This program requires pre-registration at
518-279-1155 and is $2 a person.
Registration: Required
Yoga on the Beach!
Saturday, June 21, 2025 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Start your day with a rejuvenating Yoga session on Long Pond Beach with instructor Jomarie! Where calm waters and fresh air sets the tone for a peaceful grounding practice. Please call to register: 518-279-1155. $5 fee.
Registration: Required
Summer Solstice Sun Printing
Saturday, June 21, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join us on the longest day of the year to make some art with the sun!
We'll be meeting at the GLSP Welcome Center at 11am on June 21. We'll go on a
short hike to collect materials and then make our own cyanotypes (AKA sun
print) collage! This program is open to all ages. Please call to register ahead
of time at 518-279-1155.
Registration: Required
Be a Volunteer!
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Invasive Plant Removal Outings- Learn all about different invasive plants and
help educators improve our forest ecosystem. Call 518-279-1155 to sign up and
learn more.
Registration: Required
Birds and Bagels
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Go on an early morning walk through the park, trying to spot different
species of birds. Our hike will end with a bagel breakfast in the welcome
center as we watch the bird feeders. We will meet in the Welcome Center at 8am
before departing to walk around the park, hiking shoes are recommended.
Pre-registration is required at 518-279-1155 and is $2 a person.
Registration: Required
Star Party
Friday, June 27, 2025 08:45 PM - 09:45 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.
No preregistration required. Enter via main entrance and follow signs to
program-- first left off main entrance road. Please drive slowly in the park at
night. No charge.
Registration: Not required
Movie Night on the Beach
Friday, June 27, 2025 09:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Join us for a cozy Movie Night on the Beach, where we bring the sand,
the stars, and your favorite summer flicks to the great outdoors. Bring a
blanket, grab some snacks, and settle in for a fun, laid-back evening under the
open sky. No registration necessary.
Registration: Not required
Drop in Animal Care
Saturday, June 28, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Grafton Lakes State Park
Come join an educator as we go over how we feed our animals in the welcome center! These are drop in programs and require no pre-registration, simply come in the Welcome Center and go to the classroom. This drop in program lasts 1 hour.
Registration: Not required
Pride Paddle
Saturday, June 28, 2025 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Grafton Lakes State Park
(518) 279-1155
Join us on a calming paddle around Long Pond to celebrate Pride. This
guided tour will include topics about LGBT+ history and our local ecosystem.
Registration is required as we have limited spots at 518-279-1155. This program
is $10 a person which includes the kayak rental.
Registration: Required