Event list
Spring Equinox Hike
March 20, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join us to celebrate the spring equinox! Enjoy guided hike on the Deep Woods Trail (1.4 miles), while discussing signs of spring and seasonal changes.Free with park admission ($5/vehicle).
No registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Maple Sugar Saturdays
March 22 thru March 29, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Celebrate Maple Sugaring Season at Beaver Lake! Enjoy a pancake breakfast with family and friends before a tour of Beaver Lake's sugarbush to learn all about making maple syrup. Pancake BreakfastsEvery Saturday in March | 9 AM - 12 PM
Enjoy a hearty breakfast of pancakes, sausage, local maple syrup, and a beverage of your choice, befor ...
Maple Sugar Saturdays
March 29, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Celebrate Maple Sugaring Season at Beaver Lake! Enjoy a pancake breakfast with family and friends before a tour of Beaver Lake's sugarbush to learn all about making maple syrup. Pancake BreakfastsEvery Saturday in March | 9 AM - 12 PM
Enjoy a hearty breakfast of pancakes, sausage, local maple syrup, and a beverage of your choice, befor ...
Wood Duck Wander
March 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
No duck is more striking than the Wood Duck! Early spring is when Wood Duck pairs seek a suitable nesting site in a hollow tree. We’ll enjoy a quiet guided walk in the early morning in search of one of nature’s finest offerings. Free with park admission ($5/vehicle), but registration required.
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Tuesday Bird Walk
April 1 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Wood Duck Wander
April 5, Beaver Lake Nature Center
No duck is more striking than the Wood Duck! Early spring is when Wood Duck pairs seek a suitable nesting site in a hollow tree. We’ll enjoy a quiet guided walk in the early morning in search of one of nature’s finest offerings. Free with park admission ($5/vehicle) but pre-registration is required.
REGISTER NOW!
Monday Bird Walk
April 7 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
April 8 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
April 14 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
April 15 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
April 21 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Walking & Yoga
April 22, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Tuesdays, April 22 through May 20 | 10 AM - 11:15 AMSeek complete wellness and get started on a path to a healthy lifestyle for body, mind, and spirit! Certified yoga instructor, Sybil Gouchie, will introduce you to five walks each with a different focus. Class begins with 30 minutes of walking and wraps up with 45 minutes of yoga poses indo ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
April 22 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Woodcock Watch
April 23, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join us as we try to sneak a peek and eavesdrop on the timid American Woodcock, a bird also known as the timberdoodle. During the springtime, males court females with loud distinctive calls and perform spectacular aerial displays. This program will take place at Three Rivers Wildlife Management Area; participants must provide their own transportati ...
Get to Know Your Parks: West Shore Trail
April 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Explore Onondaga County Parks during our Get to Know Your Parks Hike Series. Each month through October, we'll visit a different park guided by a Beaver Lake Naturalist. We'll meet offsite at the various parks; directions and more information will be sent after registering.Be prepared to walk up to 2 miles.
April 24: West Shore Trail ...
Arbor Day Walk
April 25, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Help us celebrate Arbor Day and all the amazing trees that grow at Beaver Lake! Take a guided walk in the Arboretum (0.3 miles) to learn about native trees.Free with park admission ($5/vehicle).
No registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Spring Wildflower Walk
April 26, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join a Beaver Lake naturalist to explore areas of Beaver Lake rich in spring ephemerals. Free with park admission ($5/vehicle).
No registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Monday Bird Walk
April 28 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
April 29 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
May 5 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
May 6 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
May 12 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
May 13 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Night Hike
May 16, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Grab your flashlight and hike the Hidden Hills Trail (1.6 miles) at night with a naturalist! We will stop by places that are known to have a considerable amount of animal activity. We’ll visit a favorite resting spot for geese by the lake, deer beds by the meadows, and several fox hideaways! Be ready for an uphill hike as Hidden Hills has several ...
Monday Bird Walk
May 19 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
May 20 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Get to Know Your Parks: Jamesville Beach
May 22, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Explore Onondaga County Parks during our Get to Know Your Parks Hike Series. Each month through October, we'll visit a different park guided by a Beaver Lake Naturalist. We'll meet offsite at the various parks; directions and more information will be sent after registering.Be prepared to walk up to 2 miles.
May 22: Jamesville BeachJun ...
Monday Bird Walk
May 26 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Yoga Hike
May 27, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Tuesdays, May 27 through June 24 | 10 AM - 11:15 AMThis class will begin just outside the Visitor Center for introduction, warm-ups, and centering on breath. Certified yoga instructor, Sybil Gouchie, will lead the group for a hike on varied terrain with several pauses on the trail for standing yoga poses, breathing practice, meditation, and ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
May 27 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
June 2 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
June 3 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
June 9 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
June 10 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Get to Know Your Parks: Pratt's Falls
June 12, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Explore Onondaga County Parks during our Get to Know Your Parks Hike Series. Each month through October, we'll visit a different park guided by a Beaver Lake Naturalist. We'll meet offsite at the various parks; directions and more information will be sent after registering.Be prepared to walk up to 2 miles.
June 12: Pratt's Falls
Monday Bird Walk
June 16 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
June 17 thru June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
June 23 thru June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Tuesday Bird Walk
June 24, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...
Monday Bird Walk
June 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join expert birder Joe Brin for a relaxed stroll in search of spring migrants and summer residents throughout Beaver Lake’s diverse habitats. Whether you’re an experienced birder or new to birding, these walks will be an enjoyable way to start your day. Binoculars are available to borrow.Walks take place on Monday and Tuesday mornings in ...