Saturday, February 6: 2nd Grafton Classic Pond Hockey Tournament. 9 am to 3 pm. Want to play? Gather your team for this Round Robin tournament. Four to six players per team, no goalies. All donations for registering teams will benefit the Ronald McDonald House. Contact Rob Hughes at 518-279-1155 to register or for more information about this event.
[private]Saturday, February 13: 31st Annual Ice Fishing Contest from 5:30 am to 3 pm. The annual ice fishing contest draws several hundred anglers and will run from 5:30 am until 3 pm on all the ponds in the park except White Lily. Participants can register starting at 5:30 am until 11am on the morning of the event at the park’s pole barn. A $10 entry fee for adults 16 and older is required to participate in the fishing tournament. All first place adult winners will receive a large cash prize this year, awarded for the longest length catch of trout, walleye/chain pickerel and yellow perch. Children may enter at no charge and winning entries will receive gift certificates and other prizes. Call for ice conditions: 279-1155
Tuesday, February 16: Winter Break Special – Nature Detectives in the Snow at 1 pm. Learn how to read some of the clues your wild neighbors leave behind. What has the squirrel in your backyard been doing, and are those your dog’s tracks or maybe a fox coming for a visit? Indoor activity followed by outdoor exploration, seeking out tracks and signs. Pre-register:279-1155
Thursday, February 18: Winter Break Special – Winter Survival Skills in the Snow at 1pm. Always come prepared when you go into the forest, but it’s a good idea to know what to do if you had to face the elements overnight too. This program blends practical safety information with fun activities. Fort building and fire making will be part of this outdoor afternoon. Pre-register: 279-1155
Sunday, February 21: Full Moon Hike at Grafton Lakes State Park at 5 pm. Enjoy the lakes and trails under the glow of the wintry moon on this 2 mile outing. Snowshoes available at no charge. Pre-register and learn location by calling 279-1155.[/private]