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2025 Fall 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.

October

Fall Foliage Hike: Saturday, October 4: 10am - 11:30am
Take a short hike exploring the forest of the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center to get to know the trees and leaves of the Rensselaer Plateau. Learn about how and why different tree leaves change colors for the fall months. Peak color changes are expected around this time. Preregistration required. All ages. Free.

Trees and Treating Costume Walk with The Lorax: Saturday, October 25: 1pm - 2:30pm
" I am the Lorax. I speak for the trees." The Lorax invites you to learn about the trees of the Dyken Pond Center on a walk through the changing autumn woods. Enjoy some yummy tree themed treats at each stop. Go home with a better understanding of the forest's trees and your sweet tooth satisfied! Halloween costumes are encouraged and fun is guaranteed. Preregistration required. All ages. Free.

Tuesday Treks: Tuesday, October 7: 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 Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in October 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 here meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. Also meeting 10/14, 10/21 and 10/28.