Thursday April 25, 2024 
Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond EEC
Grafton – Every Tuesday: 1pm-3pm – We will hike about 2-3 miles at a moderate pace depending on conditions every Tuesday afternoon. For adults and older teens. Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Make a Journey Stick at Dyken Pond EEC
Grafton –Saturday, September 12: 10-11:30pm – Create your own journey stick by collecting interesting natural objects while you investigate the woods and attach them to your stick. Take home your souvenir to remember the day and the adventure. For preschool aged youth and above. Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Mindful Nature Walk at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, September 12 2pm – 4pm – Join Sandy Wilson from Spirit of Dragonflies, LLC to celebrate the wonders of the outdoors! For those of you who have never experienced a Mindful Nature Walk we will be celebrating International Forest Bathing Day with a Mindful walk in nature while experiencing the benefits of “Forest Bathing.” Don’t worry, Forest Bathing requires no shower cap and involves no actual bathing in water. Called Shinrin-Yoku where it originated in Japan, it is the wellness practice of being in the present moment and opening up our senses to fully take in the forest atmosphere. This type of slow walking ‘sauntering’, deep breathing, present-centered awareness, and observation in nature is shown to reduce stress, boost our moods, and strengthen our immune systems. Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Staying on Track: Navigation Skills Class at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, September 26: 1pm – 2:30p – This beginner navigation class will build your skills using a compass and trail map and cover methods of finding your way when you are without traditional tools. Feel more comfortable hiking in the woods and exploring new areas. Know what you would do if you ever find yourself confused in the forest. For families and youth aged 10 and up. Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Get Your Hands Dirty Volunteer Day at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, September 26 9am- noon – We missed our Spring Volunteer Days and now could use just a little bit of help. So, come on out, get your hands dirty, breath the fresh air and help us out on the trail.Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Family Field Trip Series at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Wednesday, September 16 10am-12 MicroWorlds – Use magnification to explore the habitats of some of nature’s smallest creatures. We will use hand lenses to explore and compare different habitats and make a booklet for recording our drawings, poems and stories.Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .
Family Field Trip Series at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Wednesday, September 30: 10am-12pm Build a Bug – Catch and examine insects in a pollinator garden, field and forest before building your own model insect complete with the adaptations of your choice. We will then play hide and seek with our model insects allowing youth to share their choices of camouflage and other adaptations. Pre-registration required for all programs and COVID precautions are in place. dykenpond@nullgmail.com or (518) 658-2055. Call for more information and a complete schedule of our fall events or visit www.dykenpond.org .