Park events

Monica Ferrell is the author of a novel and two books of poetry, most recently the collection You Darling Thing, which was a finalist for the Kingsley Tufts Award and the Believer Book Award. She has taught fiction and poetry for the MFA programs at Columbia University and Bennington College, and is Professor of Creative Writing at Purchase College (SUNY).

Words in the Woods is a partnership between Vermont State Parks and the Vermont Humanities Council, featuring live natured-based poetry reading in state parks throughout Vermont

More info: https://www.vermonthumanities.org/event/monica-ferrell-words-in-the-woods/

The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak in the early hours of August 12th and 13th with us seeing a meteor burn into the atmosphere every minute! For a broad view of the rural night sky, join us on the rim of Button Bay's natural amphitheater as we spend an hour watching the shower. Cushions and light warm refreshments will be provided. This event will be cancelled if skies are expected to be cloudy--check with the Nature Center or the Contact Station the day before the event for confirmation.

Drop by to create our weekly nature craft!

Tent at day use area.

All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Materials provided. Rain or Shine

Join our interpreter for a guided paddle around Adams Reservoir. Learn about the parks history and enjoy the beautiful evening scenery.

1 Hour - Meet at the tent in the day use beach.

Bring your own boat or rent one at the park office.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Weather Dependent.

Enjoy some s'mores by the fire while participating in nature trivia. S'mores ingredients provided.

1 Hour - Group Campfire Campers only. Family friendly, all children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Rain or shine

Explore the creatures of the Adams Reservoir; newts, bugs, fish, and more! Be prepared to get in the water.

1 Hour -Meet at the tent in the day use beach All ages welcome

weather Dependent

Learn to identify common Vermont trees, and explore the park to find them!

1 Hour - Meet at the tent in the day use beach

Recommended ages 10+, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Weather dependent

Join our interpreter for a guided hike around the Atwood Loop while learning about Woodfords flora and fauna.

1 Hour - Meet at the tent in the day use beach

Recommended ages 10+, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Weather dependent.

Get cozy and join us behind the park office for a screening of The Land Before Time (rated G).

"After a huge earthquake, a young dinosaur named Littlefoot finds himself lost and alone until he meets four friends in search of their families."

Bring some chairs, blankets  and snacks and enjoy this family favorite film. 

Drop by to create our weekly nature craft!

Tent at day use area.

All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Materials provided.

Rain or Shine