Gather outside the Nature Center to learn about orienteering and engage in a map reading activity. This program requires walking independently around the park and adult supervision is required.

POSTPONED  Learn or review basic map and compass skills.  We will practice orienting with a compass or iPhone (iPhones come with a compass app) to places within sight. Then we will undertake a small geocaching/treasure hunting challenge in the campground. It’s great family fun! Meet at the picnic table inside the park entrance at 10:30am, and bring a compass if possible.  POSTPONED

Did you ever take a picture of a beautiful view or a mushroom and when you got home realized that the picture just doesn’t capture it? If you don’t have a fancy camera, your cell phone has filters and many features that can bring your pictures to life.  Join a professional photographer on a short hike at the top of the mountain while we learn about cell phone capabilities and how to set up a shot, so that your photos can match your memories.  2 miles, moderate.  Meet at the parking lot at the top of the toll road at 10:30am.

Come explore the streams and meet some of the creatures living in the water at Bomoseen State Park 

Location: Meet at the Bomoseen day-use beach at 2:30 pm 

Learn about one of the most iconic rocks in the region while making your very own masterpiece to take home 

Location: Half Moon boat launch 

Explore the flora and fauna of Half Moon Pond during this 0.8-mile guided hike

Location: Meet at the Half Moon beach at 12 pm 

*Please bring water and proper hiking footwear 

How many nature items on the list can you find? Once completed you'll win a small prize

Location: Day-use beach 

Stop by to learn about the birds of Bomoseen State Park while making your very own birdfeeder out of a pinecone 

Location: Bomoseen Day use beach 

Discover the plants of Bomoseen State Park while making your own bookmark to take home! 

Location: Bomoseen day use beach