Friday April 26, 2024 
Aquatic Mammal Walk at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, November 13: 10am – Hike to Newcomb Pond, one of Dyken Pond’s prettiest and most secluded wetlands. Learn about the otters and beavers who live in this special area. Preregistration required. All ages welcome but must be able to hike about 3 miles at a moderate pace. Approximately 2 hours round trip. $2 per person. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
Tremendous Trees Day: Homeschool Series with Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Friday, November 19: 10am-12pm – Get to know the trees of the Rensselaer Plateau. Make a tree identification booklet, learn how to age trees, why they grow in so many different shapes and hike to the oldest/largest tree at Dyken Pond EEC. $5 suggested donation per youth. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
Mindful Nature Walk at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, November 20: 10am-12pm – Join Sandy Wilson from Spirit of Dragonflies, LLC to celebrate the wonders of the outdoors! Called Shinrin-Yoku where it originated in Japan, it is the wellness practice of being in the present moment and opening up our senses. 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. Donations accepted if you are able. Suggested donation: $10, but truly any amount is welcome. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
AP Youth Basketball Senior League 2021-22 Season
AVERILL PARK – Averill Park Youth Basketball is excited to announce that we plan on participating in the Capital District Boys CYO Sr League 21-22 Season for Grades 9-10 and Grades 11-12. The team selections/evaluations will take place on Saturday November 20th at Algonquin Middle School. Grade 9-10 will be from 2:00 – 3:30 and Grades 11-12 will be from 3:30 – 5:00. It’s important we get a gauge as to how many boys are interested, so please send us an email at apyouthbasketball@nullgmail.com with your sons’ information. Games will start the weekend of Dec 4-5 and will be played on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon/evenings throughout the Winter. Locations and times of games have yet to be determined. We are in need of a Coach for the 9-10 team so please email us if you are interested. We will not be able to field a 9-10 team without a Coach. Any updates can be found on our website www.averillparkyouthbasketball.org.
How Animals Prepare for Winter at Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Saturday, November 20: 1pm-2:30pm – Take a short hike exploring the forest for signs of animals preparing for winter. Learn what animals call our forest their home and how they prepare to survive the colder months. All ages. $2 per person. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
Hike to Grandfather Rock the Glacial Erratic at Dyken Pond EEC
Saturday, Nov. 27: 1pm – 3pm – Hike to Dyken Pond’s largest glacial deposit and learn about the role glaciers played in helping form our landscape. All ages welcome but must be able to hike 2.5 miles. $2 per person. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
Tuesday Treksat Dyken Pond EEC
GRAFTON – Every Tuesday 12:30 – 2:30 – Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in November to explore the wilds of Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we’ll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. This program is for adults and older teens. Free. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@nullgmail.com. Your registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from the Center. Please visit our website www.dykenpond.org to learn more about the Center and for a complete schedule of our fall events.
AP Youth Basketball Hoop Camp 2021-2022
AVERILL PARK – APYB is pleased to announce that Hoop Camp is back for the 2021-2022 season! Hoop Camp is for boys and girls in Grades K-3. It will start on Saturday Dec 4th and end on Saturday February 19th.(see schedule below) Hoop Camp is a fundamental Basketball program that will include skills, drills, contests and fun games. During one of the Saturday sessions, Hoop Camp will be run by the AP Varsity and JV teams! Each participant will receive a basketball and an APYB dri-fit T-Shirt. Cost is $100. There is a family discount for multiple participants from the same family. If financial assistance is needed, please contact us. APYB is an all volunteer organization. We are in need of volunteers to either lead or help with every level of Hoop Camp. If you can help in any way, please either note in your Registration or send an email to the address listed below. Also a great way for HS Students to gain valuable volunteer experience!
Schedule
Algonquin New Gym (on left)
Grade Level: K-1 Boys – 10:00am – 11:15am
Grade Level: K-2 Girls – 11:15 – 12:30
Algonquin Old Gym (on right)
Grade 2-3 Boys: 10:00am -11:15am
Grade 2-3 Girls: 11:15am – 12:30pm
Hoop Camp Dates: Dec 4, Dec 18, Jan 8, Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 12, Feb 19
NO HOOP CAMP: Dec 11, Dec 25, Jan 1, Jan 15, Feb 5
Registration and Hoop Camp schedule will be available online at www.averillparkyouthbasketball.org or http://apyb.sportssignup.com/
Please direct any questions to apyouthbasketball@nullgmail.com