Regional Park Interpretive Programs Office -Niagara Frontier Region

Prospect Park, P.O. Box 1132, Niagara Falls,                   New York 14303-0132

 

If you wish to receive our quarterly Public Programs schedule please send your email and / or postal address to maureen.curry@oprhp.state.ny.us

                

January 10, Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Winter Trails Day

Knox Farm State Park

This is the 14th Annual Winter Trails Day. Use our snowshoes or bring your own cross-country skis for a day of fun in the snow. We will enjoy the winter woods for a guided hike in the event there is no snow. For information and registration call (716)

 826-8895.

          

January 10, Saturday

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Winter Trails Day

Lighthouse Tour and Trail Adventure

Golden Hill State Park

In celebration of Winter Trails Day, we will visit Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse and take a discovery hike through the woods to the marina. For information and registration call

 (716) 282-5154.

 

January 17, Saturday

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Nature in Winter

DeVeaux Woods State Park

As the seasons change & the weather gets harsh, the natural world changes. Learn about what creatures experience during this harsh time of the year. A hands-on activity to follow.  For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

January 24, Saturday

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Scenic Gorge Rim Walk

With Spectacular Views!

Niagara Falls State Park

This gorge rim walk will go north from the Niagara Gorge Discovery Center. Topics include gorge geology, the river, Great Gorge Route, the Underground Railroad and former industries along the gorge. Weather permitting we will return via the overpass for a spectacular view of the Falls.   For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

         

                                 

                            

                           

Winter 2009 Public          Program Schedule

 

These public programs are FREE to the public and are intended for individuals and families. Groups cannot be accommodated as space is limited. For information on GROUP programs call 282-5154.

       

 

       January 31, Saturday

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ice Bridges of Niagara

DeVeaux Woods State Park

Learn about the fabulous ice bridges of the Niagara River and the many stories from years gone by. Take a walk with us to view this winter wonder of Niagara Falls.  For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

                     

January 31, Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Bear Paw Track Attack!

Evangola  State Park

What has happened here? The snowy trail is criss-crossed with tracks left by shy creatures that have disappeared. Travel like a snowshoe hare using our Beaver Tail and Bear Paw snowshoes to learn how to be a track detective!  For information and registration call (716) 826-8895.

 

February 7, Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Ski More Knox

Knox Farm  State Park

Discover Knox family history as we glide past the mansion, historic barns, stables and polo fields of a grand former estate.  Wax your skis for a guided tour of the scenic trails that have made Knox Farm one of the best cross-country ski destinations of W.N.Y. For information and registration call

 (716) 826-8895.

 

 

                     February 7, Saturday

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Wilderness Survival 101

DeVeaux Woods  State Park

What would you do if you were in “survivor man’s” shoes and lost, hurt and stranded in the woods? Join a park naturalist for an informal presentation and hands-on display about wilderness survival.  Come learn a little about a lot, from how to dress, first aid, hiking safety and much more. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

 

February 13, Friday

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Friday the 13th Adventure

DeVeaux Woods  State Park

Join park naturalists for an evening full of surprises. Learn about superstitions, urban legends and why this day and date seems to be all about bad or good luck. We will explore the phases of the moon and learn some basic constellations. Haunted stories by campfire to follow. (Weather permitting) For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

 

February 14, Saturday

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ice Bridges of Niagara

DeVeaux Woods State Park

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a park naturalist. Learn about the history of ice bridges followed by a hike from DeVeaux Woods to a view of the Niagara Gorge.  For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

                   

February 14, Saturday

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Valentine Volcanoes!

Evangola  State Park

Bring the family, a friend or your favorite Valentine for a special frozen treat: Ice Volcanoes! Hold hands for a guided walk to see the arches, caves, pyramids and volcanoes that form on frozen Lake Erie. Will love erupt on Valentine’s Day like the Ice Volcanoes do? For information and registration call (716) 826-8895.

 

                           

 

 

 

 

 

                         February 21, Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Goat Island Icicle Walk

Niagara Falls State

Park naturalists will lead a walk through a winter wonderland. Learn the history of Niagara Falls and maybe see a rainbow or two. An optional “buy your own lunch” at the Hard Rock Cafe to follow. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

 

February 28, Saturday

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Birding on the River

Beaver Island and Buckhorn Island State Parks

Join us as we search for migratory waterfowl and other wintering birds found along the shores of the Niagara River. We will visit a few of the many viewing areas you will find in our state parks on Grand Island.  For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.    

 

 

March 13, Friday

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Friday the 13th Adventure

DeVeaux Woods State Park

Join park naturalists for an evening full of surprises. Learn about superstitions, urban legends and why this day and date seems to be all about bad or good luck. We will explore the phases of the moon and learn some basic constellations. Haunted stories by campfire to follow. (Weather permitting) For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

  

 

March 14, Saturday

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Historic Artpark Hike

Artpark State Park

Learn about the amazing cultural and geological history that took place in one of our most historic and picturesque parks in western New York. For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

 

March 15, Sunday

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ice Bridges of Niagara

DeVeaux Woods State Park

Learn about the fabulous ice bridges of the Niagara River and the many stories from years gone by. Take a walk with us to view this winter wonder of Niagara Falls.  For information and registration call (716) 282-5154.

 

                      March 21, Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Empty Nesters

Buckhorn Island State Park

Can we guess who left this empty nest and was it a success? Ask the flock. Did they consult with Dr. Spock or use an internal clock to give their young an edge so the chicks could fledge? Join us for a bird nest discovery walk. For information and registration call (716) 826-8895.

 

         March 22, Sunday

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Maple Sugaring 101

Evangola State Park

It’s that time of year again! Maple sugaring time that is!  Park naturalists will give an indoor presentation about the maple sugaring process.  An outdoor hands-on informal presentation will follow.  Learn how to tap a tree, take a hay ride through the park then come back and see the sap turn into syrup.  For information and registration call (716) 826-8895.                        

 

 

Winterfests: Join state park naturalists at:

 

      Lockport Winterfest

February 14, 2009, snowshoeing 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.  Sponsored by Lockport Youth Bureau & Kenan Center.

(716) 434-3071.

·          Village of Williamsville Winterfest

February 8, 2009, snowshoeing: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Village of Williamsville Recreation Dept.

      Evangola State Park Winterfest

February 21 and 22, 2009

 A celebration of winter fun with plenty of free activities including snowshoeing from 1p.m. - 4 p.m., hayrides, snowmobile rides and a snowman-building contest. Watch a firefighter winter rescue contest. Food and drink will be available.  On Saturday the Buffalo Nordic Ski Club will conduct a Cross Country Ski Workshop and trail tour at 10a.m. Call for information (716) 549-1802.

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                                                               

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 


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Cabin Fever Series At the NYS Power Authority

5777 Lewiston Rd, Lewiston, New York

(716) 286-6661

 

           

          March 21, Saturday

11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

                       Old Growth Trees

Join a state park naturalist at the NYS Power Authority’s Visitor Center. What is Old Growth?  Most of these trees are at least 150 years old and 36 inches in diameter.  Learn about their characteristics, which trees are considered Old Growth, why they are important, and reasons for scattered areas of Old Growth. For information, contact the NYS Power Authority (716) 286-6661.

 

                           March 28, Saturday

11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

 Great Gorge Route

Join a state park naturalist at the NYS Power Authority’s Visitor Center. Learn about the trolley route that once took people on a spectacular journey throughout the Niagara Gorge. For information, contact the NYS Power Authority (716) 286-6661.

 

 

 

 

 

39th Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show

                   Sponsored by the

 Buffalo Geological

Society:

Saturday, March 28th

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 29th

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY, Route #62

See our state park interpretive display. Visit with a naturalist and enjoy hands-on activities.