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Beach Bookworms
Thursday, August 20, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Today's the day the teddy bears have their picnic! Participants are welcome to bring along their favorite stuffed teddy bear for storytime with Mrs. Carlson, an educational environmental activity, and a small snack! These programs are collaborations between the Friends of Hamlin Beach State Park, New York State Parks and the Hamlin Public Library. Programs are geared towards families with children ages 8 and under, but all are welcome. Registration required for these programs through the Hamlin Public Library at
hamlinlibraryny.org. Adults should not be included in the registration, though parents or guardians must accompany children on the program. These programs meet at Shelter 3.
Registration: Required
Invasive Swallowwort Removal
Friday, August 21, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Take action to protect pollinator habitat! European Swallowwort is an aggressive, non-native plant that disrupts the food web by outcompeting native species. Each stem pulled or cut helps to restore habitat and prevent the spread of this invasive species. How much swallowwort do you think we can remove? We'll weigh our bags at the end of the morning to find out! Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools and gloves, though all necessary tools, garbage bags, and prizes will be provided! These programs are 1 mile or less. Meet at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Join us for one, some, or all of these programs, which will meet between 10:00am-11:30am.
Registration: Not required
Fungus on the Nose with Rama!
Sunday, August 23, 2026 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Fall in love with fascinating fungus on this guided outing with New York State Parks and the Rochester Area Mycological Association. Note: We will not be foraging or consuming any fungus found on this outing. Meet at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Registration is not required.
Registration: Not required
Invasive Swallowwort Removal
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Take action to protect pollinator habitat! European Swallowwort is an aggressive, non-native plant that disrupts the food web by outcompeting native species. Each stem pulled or cut helps to restore habitat and prevent the spread of this invasive species. How much swallowwort do you think we can remove? We'll weigh our bags at the end of the morning to find out! Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools and gloves, though all necessary tools, garbage bags, and prizes will be provided! These programs are 1 mile or less. Meet at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Join us for one, some, or all of these programs, which will meet between 10:00am-11:30am.
Registration: Not required
Invasive Swallowwort Removal
Friday, August 28, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Take action to protect pollinator habitat! European Swallowwort is an aggressive, non-native plant that disrupts the food web by outcompeting native species. Each stem pulled or cut helps to restore habitat and prevent the spread of this invasive species. How much swallowwort do you think we can remove? We'll weigh our bags at the end of the morning to find out! Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools and gloves, though all necessary tools, garbage bags, and prizes will be provided! These programs are 1 mile or less. Meet at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Join us for one, some, or all of these programs, which will meet between 10:00am-11:30am.
Registration: Not required
Seasonal Saunter
Saturday, August 29, 2026 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Slow down and enjoy what each season has to offer, on our journey to better understand and appreciate the natural world. Join us on one or all of this series of guided walks at Hamlin Beach and Lakeside State Parks, where we will explore the many wonders each walk holds. Walks at Hamlin Beach State Park are on Saturdays, are 1 mile or less, are approximately two hours long and meet at 12:00pm at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Registration is not required. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome to join.
Registration: Not required
Seasonal Saunter
Saturday, September 5, 2026 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Slow down and enjoy what each season has to offer, on our journey to better understand and appreciate the natural world. Join us on one or all of this series of guided walks at Hamlin Beach and Lakeside State Parks, where we will explore the many wonders each walk holds. Walks at Hamlin Beach State Park are on Saturdays, are 1 mile or less, are approximately two hours long and meet at 12:00pm at the front left of the Area 5 parking area. Registration is not required. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome to join.
Registration: Not required
Post-Pancake Promenade
Sunday, September 6, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Feed your body--and your mind! Following the pancake breakfast, courtesy of the Hamlin Lions Club (time and location of the breakfast will be announced separately), join us for a family-friendly guided nature walk! These programs meet at the front left of the Area 3 parking lot, are between 10:30am-11:30am, are a mile or less.
Registration: Not required
Full Moon Phenology: Yellow Leaf Moon
Friday, September 25, 2026 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Hamlin Beach State Park
Can you be-leaf it? The Yellow Leaf Moon returns to our autumnal skies! Full moons are named for the seasonal phenomenon that they have historically coincided with. Make observations under the glow of moonlight on this dog-friendly moony meander with a naturalist to see if the Moon lives up to its monthly moniker. Note: Different cultures have their own names for each full moon. The Full Moon Phenology programs in July and September will be at Hamlin Beach State Park, while the August program will be at Lakeside State Park. Walks at Hamlin are 1 mile or less and meet at the front left of the Area 3 parking area. Registration is not required.
Registration: Not required