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The following events are scheduled at Moreau Lake State Park during October.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 2 — Red Oak Ridge hike. Moderate hike with some short steep sections.
6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Oct. 3 — Full moon kayak trip. See aquatic animals foraging for food. Must have vessel and personal flotation device. $3 registration fee.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 8 — Tree identification hike. Easy hike will teach basics to correctly identify trees and shrubs of New York state.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oct. 9 — Bennie Brook Kayak Trip. Paddle up the Hudson River to a remote location of the park. The park naturalist will point out plants and animals. Pack a lunch for a wildlife picnic on shore. Must have own vessel and personal flotation device.
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Oct. 16 — Spring Overlook hike. Short moderate hike with a few steep sections to the top of Palmertown Range. This overlook presents spectacular views of the Luzerne Mountains and Hudson River.
10 a.m. to noon, Oct. 17 — Map and compass course. Learn the basics of using a compass and then try the skill out with fun games.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 20 — Fall nature hike. Easy hike around the lake to view changing colors of fall. Guided by a park naturalist.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 22 — Turkey Trail hike. Moderate hike scales half-way up the Palmertown Mountain range. Learn from the park naturalist on how this trail got its name.
4 to 6 p.m., Oct. 23 — Fall twilight hike. Stroll through the park just before dusk to take in fall colors and possibly watch some wildlife during their evening feeding time.
6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 24 — Haunted Halloween walk. Sponsored by The Friends of Moreau Lake. Take a haunted walk through one of the camping loops. Refreshments and activities available. Advance registration is required and a $5-per-car fee is required. Rain date will be Oct. 25. Call 793-0511 to make reservations. Proceeds to benefit park educational programs.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 30 — Mud Pond hike. Look for signs of wildlife.
1 to 3 p.m., Oct. 31 — Sherman Island kayak trip. Paddle up the Hudson River to a remote location of the park. The park naturalist will point out plants and animals. Pack a lunch for a wildlife picnic on shore. Must have own vessel and personal flotation device.
Programs are weather permitting and 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 adequate clothing and footwear. There is a program fee of $2 for adults and children, and $1 for seniors.
Moreau Lake State Park is located off Northway Exit 17S. For additional information or to register for programs, call the park office at 793-0511. For more information about New York state parks, go to www.nysparks.com.
