September Events At Grafton Lakes State Park And Cherry Plain State Park

21, Saturday – American Littoral Society Shoreline Cleanup at GLSP from 10 am to 12 pm. This is a great service opportunity for families or Scout troops.  You’ll be part of an international cleanup helping to address litter on lake, river and beach shorelines with thousands of participants globally!  This year we invite participants to do cleanup either on foot or in their own kayaks or sturdy boats.  Pre-register at 279-1155
21 and 22, Saturday and Sunday – Geocache Weekend at Cherry Plain State Park.  Try out geocaching.  This fun outdoor treasure hunt activity uses your smart phone or a hand held GPS to find hidden caches, called “geocaches.”  For information, contact Rob Baldwin at 283-6087.
25, Wednesday – Wonders of the Watershed Paddle at 4:30 pm at GLSP. Paddle on Long Pond with SCA Intern Jamie Wasielewski and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park (BYO Boat). Pre-registration is required; call 279-1155.
27, Friday – Star Watch at Grafton Lakes State Park at 7:30 pm.  Join members of the Albany Area  Astronomers and explore the night sky.  The group meets at the Deerfield pavilion.  The rain date is Saturday, September 28.  Call 658-9144 to confirm.
29, Sunday – Hudson River Ramble – Hike to the Fire Tower at 11 am.  It is a three mile round trip hike to the Dickinson Fire Tower with a lunch break at the tower. Enjoy the fall foliage!  Pre-registration is required; call 279-1155.