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Suffrage Movement in Western NY
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 until Wednesday, September 30, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the important woman and others who contributed to the suffrage movement. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Caterpillar Hunt
Friday, August 14, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Monarch Lifecycle Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center.(1 mile) (af)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, August 14, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Explore Denton Brook
Saturday, August 15, 2026 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Somehow, when I wander in the park, I almost always end up looking at Denton Brook. Come explore wildlife living in the brook. We will be walking in and along the water, so waterproof footwear is highly recommended. Meet at Castile Entrance Gate. (2 miles) (tb)
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Big Bend
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Hike a loop along the Big Bend
trail to view the deepest point of the Great Bend Canyon, and of the park.
Summer Trek outings for those
who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther
to reach places in the park, often with scenic views. Bring a lunch, water and
sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail. Meet at Big Bend Trailhead (Trail #10) (GPS Coords: 42.601275, -78.002988). Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (3.5 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, August 20, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Friday, August 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy a scavenger hunt for natural items at the Humphrey Nature Center. There will be prizes for successful completion. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (.5 mile) (af)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, August 21, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Learn to Disc Golf
Friday, August 21, 2026 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Fling some discs with us on the new course. Learn the difference between a putter vs a driver, hyzer vs anhyzer, backhand vs flick. We'll bring the discs. Meet at South Highbanks Shelter. (0 miles) (cb)
Registration: Not required
Naming the Nameless: Prose Reading
Saturday, August 22, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
An exploration of six more Nameless Club members and their prose, non-poetry written works. We will start in the Glen Iris library and explore the writers at different locations around the Glen Iris. Be prepared for some walking, as we will be going up to the Council Grounds. Meet in the Glen Iris parking lot. Space is limited, registration required by emailing Genesee.Education@parks.ny.gov. (.5 mile) (tb, Mike Landowski)
Registration: Not required
Caterpillar Hunt
Sunday, August 23, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Monarch Lifecycle Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile) (tb)
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Dinner Under a Railroad: Pedestrian Tunnel
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Walk through a 1920s-planted arboretum, then enjoy a meal underneath an active railroad. Meet at Council Grounds parking area. Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket to sit on. (2-3 miles) (jh)
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Trout Pond to Upper Falls
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Hike along Hemlock and Mary
Jemison trails to visit old growth woods of Dehgayasoh and Trestle Woods.
Summer Trek outings for those
who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit farther
to reach places in the park, often with scenic views. Bring a lunch, water and
sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail. Meet at Genesee Arch Bridge parking area (GPS Coords: 42.578393, -78.050380). Bring a lunch. Will carpool. This is a moderate hike. (3+ miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Homeschool Ecologists: Water Critters (Intermediate)
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Let's catch some critters,
figure out what they are and what they can tell us about water quality. We can
even use the tools of real biologists and water quality experts. Meet at Trout Pond (GPS Coords: 42.592033, -78.039990). (0 miles) (cb)
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, August 27, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Caterpillar Hunt
Friday, August 28, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Monarch Lifecycle Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile) (af)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, August 28, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Full Moon Crepuscular Walk
Friday, August 28, 2026 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
In a less familiar realm of sights and sounds, experience the changing colors and moods in the blending zone of daylight and "nightlight." Meet at the Parade Grounds parking area. (1.5 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Dinner in the Woods: Highbanks Hidden Shelter
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Journey to a lean-to made by the Civilian Conservation Corps, now hidden by the trees. Meet at Hogsback Overlook (GPS Coords: 42.721322, -77.927319). Bring a picnic dinner. (2-3 miles) (jh)
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Glacier Rock
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Visit the largest glacially
deposited rock in the park and scenic views of the Genesee River.
Summer Trek outings are for
those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit
farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views. Bring a lunch,
water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail. Meet at Bear Hollow Trailhead (Trail #16) (GPS Coords: 42.670096, -77.935451). Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (3 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, September 3, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Waterfall Tour: Lower Falls
Friday, September 4, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy up-close views of one of
the park's most famous waterfalls! Meet at Octagon Building in Lower Falls Area. (1 mile, 127 setps) (cb)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, September 4, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, September 5, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy a scavenger hunt for natural items at the Humphrey Nature Center. There will be prizes for successful completion. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (.5 mile) (af)
Registration: Not required
Caterpillar Hunt
Saturday, September 5, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Monarch Lifecycle. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile) (tb)
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Shelf Island
Thursday, September 10, 2026 10:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Visit an ancient island of the
Genesee River.
Summer
Trek outings are for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature
hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic
views. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be
off-trail. Meet at the Parade Grounds parking area. Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (2 miles or more) (mn)
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, September 10, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Caterpillar Hunt
Friday, September 11, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come search for caterpillars for our award winning monarch butterfly rearing program. Meet at the Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile) (tb)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, September 11, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Down By the River: Lee’s Landing
Saturday, September 12, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy going down by the banks of the Genesee River at Lee's Landing. Who knows what we might see! Meet by Lower Falls Restaurant. (2 miles) (tb)
Registration: Not required
Letchworth Live!
Saturday, September 12, 2026 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Come celebrate 50 years of American music here at Letchworth State Park. Head on over to Highbanks recreation area for a relaxing night of music. Free park admission after 5:00 PM; free event admission. This is lawn seating so bring your own chairs. Check the following up to the online social media sites in the event the show were to be postponed to Sunday on account of rain. Letchworth State Park on Facebook and Instagram.
Registration: Not required
The Lives of 3 Revolutionary Pioneers
Monday, September 14, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
The contributions of Ebeneezer Allen, Horatio Jones and Moses VanCampen in the settling of the Genesee Valley. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Hogsback
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
See this unique landform from
the western rim of the Highbanks Canyon. Meet at the Hogsback Overlook (GPS
Coords: 42.721322, -77.927319). (2 miles) (mn)
Summer Trek outings are for
those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit
farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views. Bring a lunch,
water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail. Meet at the Hogsback Overlook (GPS Coords:
42.721322, -77.927319). Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (2 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, September 17, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Down By the River: St. Helena
Friday, September 18, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy going down to the banks of the Genesee River at St Helena. Who knows what we might see! Meet at lowest St Helena parking area. (1.5 miles) (tb)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, September 18, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
In Search of the PawPaw
Saturday, September 19, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy a short hike along the gorge, looking for one of the rarest trees in the park: the pawpaw. We'll be looking for the elusive pawpaw fruits, which are rumored to taste like a mango, honeydew melon and vanilla custard. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Museum. (.5 mile or less) (tb)
Registration: Not required
The Lives of 3 Revolutionary Pioneers
Monday, September 21, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
The contributions of Ebeneezer Allen, Horatio Jones and Moses VanCampen in the settling of the Genesee Valley. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Kisil Point
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Witness the junction of the
Silver Lake Outlet and Genesee River.
Summer
Trek outings are for those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature
hike. We will visit farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic
views. Bring a lunch, water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be
off-trail. Meet at Kisil Point Trailhead (Trail #18) (GPS Coords: 42.70007, -77.93916). Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (3 miles or more) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
William Pryor Letchworth and his Park
Thursday, September 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
Hear about Mr. Letchworth and the key players in the history and development of the Genesee Valley and what became Letchworth State Park. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Indoor Adventures: Bug Pinning and Preservation Class
Thursday, September 24, 2026 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Watch us pin real insects for
permanent displays. Try it yourself if you like! Learn how to restore and
preserve those curled, crispy dead bugs you find as beautiful, museum quality
specimens. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (0 miles) (cb)
Registration: Not required
The Torture Tree
Friday, September 25, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Letchworth State Park
Learn about the different perspectives of the Boyd and Parker story. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Learn to Disc Golf
Friday, September 25, 2026 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Fling some discs with us on the new course. Learn the difference between a putter vs a driver, hyzer vs anhyzer, backhand vs flick. We'll bring the discs. Meet at South Highbanks Shelter. (0 miles) (cb)
Registration: Not required
Length of the Gorge Trail
Saturday, September 26, 2026 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Difficult level outing for experienced hikers as the trail is 7 miles long with over 1,000ft of elevation change. Bring water, snacks and sturdy footwear. Meet at Lower St. Helena parking area. Bring a lunch. Will carpool. This is a difficult hike. (7 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
Free Fishing Day
Saturday, September 26, 2026 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Letchworth State Park
Fishing is a valuable skill that can connect you with nature. Learn how to fish at this Free Fishing Day event. No fishing license is required to fish on a Free Fishing Day. Everyone welcome, regardless of fishing ability or experience. Meet at Trout Pond (GPS Coords: 42.592033, -78.039990). Fishing equipment and bait provided. (0 miles) (tb)
Registration: Not required
The Lives of 3 Revolutionary Pioneers
Monday, September 28, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
The contributions of Ebeneezer Allen, Horatio Jones and Moses VanCampen in the settling of the Genesee Valley. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Meet the Mastodon
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Letchworth State Park
Come to the Museum to learn about a local find and the fellow giants of that era. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required
Summer Trek: Fiddler’s Elbow
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Letchworth State Park
Enjoy spectacular views of the
Gardeau and Smokey Hollow Valleys.
Summer Trek outings are for
those who enjoy the thrill of a more exploratory nature hike. We will visit
farther to reach places in the park, often with scenic views. Bring a lunch,
water and sturdy footwear. Parts of the hike may be off-trail. Meet at the Smokey Hollow pull-off (GPS Coords: 42.67100, -77.97264). Bring a lunch. This is a moderate hike. (3 miles) (mn)
Registration: Not required
School Days in Letchworth Park
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Letchworth State Park
One room school houses and the teachers and students who inhabited (taught and learned in) them. Meet at the William Pryor Letchworth Musesum.
Registration: Not required