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2026 Spring Programs

You must preregister 24 hours in advance for every program by contacting us at dykenpond@gmail.com or (518) 658-2055. All programs are held entirely outdoors on our 600 acre property.

May

Sounds of Spring Full Moon Hike: Friday, May 1: 7pm-8:30pm
Take a twilight hike to listen for the musical sounds of spring as nature reawakens. We'll listen for spring peepers, wood frogs and barred owls as the full moon rises. For all ages able to walk 1 mile on uneven terrain. Preregistration required. Free

Tuesday Treks: Tuesday, May 5: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join us on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in May to explore the wilds of the 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. Preregistration required at meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. Also meeting 5/12, 5/19 and 5/26.

Pond Study: Saturday, May 23: 1pm - 2:30pm
Learn about life in a small pond and why ponds are so important, before catching and releasing amphibians and insects using nets. Preregistration required.

June

National Trails Day: Saturday, June 6: 9am - 12pm
Our Trails are in need of a spring cleaning. Lend a helping hand for National Trails Day by volunteering in the morning, enjoy a free lunch at noon and then enjoy the trails or rent a kayak in the afternoon. All are welcome to volunteer. We are also in need of volunteers to help us with some gardening and painting which could be done at any time. Call or email to preregister or for more info.

Music Under the Trees: The Hawthornes : Saturday, June 27: 4pm - 7pm
Enjoy a free concert in our outdoor amphitheater surrounded by a beautiful forest. The Hawthornes will play a fun mix of classic rock and contemporary pop music spanning multiple decades. Light snacks will be on hand. Bench seating or bring your own chair. Donations always welcome.