Get Into Nature
Saturday, May 25th, and Sunday, May 26th, 1pm (weather permitting). This interpretive program will be offered Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm, April through October (weather permitting). No reservations required. Meet at the Trapps Bridge. This program will last approximately 20 minutes, involves a gentle stroll, and will be led by a Mohonk Preserve Ranger who is an experienced rock climber. This is a free program but participants must either be Mohonk Preserve members or pay a day use fee to access the land. Children 12 and under are free. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
Friday, 6:30-8pm. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to see a wolf! This program features the Wolf Conservation Center of South Salem, NY and their 10-year old Arctic gray wolf, Atka. Attendees will learn about the history of wolves in the United States, the importance of wolves to a healthy ecosystem, and the efforts to save these magnificent creatures for future generations. The program will include an awe-inspiring, up-close encounter with this impressive yet misunderstood predator. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations. The fee for this program is $5 per person for members and non-members who pre-register and pay at the time of registration or $8 per person at the door. This program takes place at the Ulster BOCES Conference Center at 175 Route 32 North, New Paltz, NY.
Saturday, 10am-1pm. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Wendy Hollender, botanical artist and author, will lead this program. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from a master! Work with seasonal materials to improve your skills and practice new techniques. Beginners welcome. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This is an indoor program. Bring lunch. Reservations are required. Space is limited, register early. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations and program location. All materials will be provided. The fee per person for this program is $20 for Preserve members and $30 for non-members and is required at the time of registration.
Friday, 10am-12noon. Join Dana Rudikoff, Volunteer Hike Leader, and explore the forest searching for Mountain Laurel and wildflowers. Bring water and snacks. Please leave your pets at home. Jogging strollers are not appropriate; little ones in carriers are always welcomed. Children ages 2 to 6 are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a 1.5-mile hike, and moves at a toddler’s pace. Reservations are required. Call Dana at 845-626-4253 or email her at dana_rudikoff@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. There is a 15 parent limit. Participants should meet at the Mohonk Preserve West Trapps Trailhead. It is advised to come early to secure a parking spot. The fee per person: free for Mohonk Preserve members, non-members pay the $12 hiking day use fee. Children 12 and under are free.
Sunday, 10am-12noon. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Join Andrew Bajardi, Mohonk Preserve Ranger, and bring your favorite furry friend along for a romp through the fields and forests! All well-behaved dogs on short leashes welcome. Be sure to bring plenty of water for yourself and your pet. Ages 10 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a moderate, 4-mile hike. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead. This is a free program.
Tuesdays in July, August, and September 6-7:15pm. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Breathe deep as you relax and take in the fresh air and mountain views. Join Jacqui Nash, of the Yoga House (www.theyogahouseny.com), as you unwind from your day and reconnect with yourself in this beautiful outdoor setting. The series will focus on Vinyasa Yoga for beginner and intermediate students. Sign up for individual classes, any 6 classes, or the full series. Bring your own mat and water. Rain or Shine. Please arrive 15 minutes early to set-up, so the class can start promptly at 6pm. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are required. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations and program location. The fee per person: Mohonk Preserve members $100 for the series (13 classes), $50 for any 6 classes, or $10 per class; non-members $130 series (13 classes), $65 for any 6 classes, or $12 per class. Payment is required at the time of registration.
Friday, 10am-12noon. Join Dana Rudikoff, Preserve Volunteer, and explore what is along the stream on a hot summer day. Bring water and snacks. Please leave your pets at home. Jogging strollers are not appropriate; little ones in carriers are always welcomed. Children ages 2 to 6 are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a 1.5-mile hike, and moves at a toddler’s pace. Reservations are required. Call Dana at 845-626-4253 or email her at dana_rudikoff@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. There is a 15 parent limit. Participants should meet at the Mohonk Preserve Coxing Trailhead. It is advised to come early to secure a parking spot. The fee per person: free for Mohonk Preserve members, non-members pay the $12 hiking day use fee. Children 12 and under are free.
Saturday, 10am-12noon. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Join Andrew Bajardi, Mohonk Preserve Ranger, and bring your favorite furry friend along for a romp through the fields and forests! All well-behaved dogs on short leashes welcome. Be sure to bring plenty of water for yourself and your pet. Ages 10 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a moderate, 4-mile hike. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead This is a free program.
Sunday, 9:30am-12noon. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. The green plants of the earth provide food, shelter, and the very air we breathe. Aleese Cody, Preserve Volunteer and Herbalist, will introduce you to a variety of common plants found in the fields and forests of the Preserve and, quite possibly, in your own backyard. Learn the do’s and don’ts of plant cultivation, uses, and collection. Reminder: there is no collecting of any kind on Preserve lands. Bring a notepad, field guide, and camera. This program includes an easy, 2-mile hike. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are required. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations and meeting location. This is a free program.
Sunday, 10am-12noon. Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Join Andrew Bajardi, Mohonk Preserve Ranger, and bring your favorite furry friend along for a romp through the fields and forests! All well-behaved dogs on short leashes welcome. Be sure to bring plenty of water for yourself and your pet. Ages 10 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a moderate, 4-mile hike. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead. This is a free program.
Friday, 10am-12noon. Join Dana Rudikoff, Mohonk Preserve Volunteer, and explore the fields and a replica of a Lenape Longhouse. Bring water and snacks. Please leave your pets at home. Jogging strollers are not appropriate; little ones in carriers are always welcomed. Children ages 2 to 6 are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. This program includes a 1.5-mile hike, and moves at a toddler’s pace. Reservations are required. Call Dana at 845-626-4253 or email her at dana_rudikoff@yahoo.com to reserve a spot. There is a 15 parent limit. Participants should meet at the Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead. It is advised to come early to secure a parking spot. The fee per person: free for Mohonk Preserve members, non-members pay the $12 hiking day use fee. Children 12 and under are free.
Saturday, 9-11:30am. (Raindate: Sunday, August 25th). Sponsored by Ulster Savings and Marshall & Sterling Enterprises, Inc. Join Mohonk Preserve Land Stewardship staff for a bike ride along the historic carriage roads from a by-gone era. Along the way enjoy the many scenic views of the ridge. Bring your own equipment (including bike and helmet), water, and a snack. Bikes must be suitable for off-pavement riding including wide tires and 15+ gears. This is a moderate, 10 to 12-mile bike ride. Ages 15 and up are welcome. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited; reservations are required. Call 845-255-0919 for reservations and meeting location. This is a free program.
