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Monday 7am - 7pm Tuesday 7am - 7pm Wednesday 7am - 7pm Thursday 7am - 7pm Friday 7am - 7pm Saturday 7am - 7pm Sunday 7am - 7pm

Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center

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Our programs are funded in part by Rensselaer County Department for Youth and New York State Office of Children and Family Services.

Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center: A Rensselaer County Park located in Grafton, New York.

11 miles of hiking trails

canoe/kayak boat launch

picnic sites

environmental programs, guided tours, school groups, youth groups

10/30/2026

Support local environmental education and make your house look festive in the process!

10/29/2026

The end of the season has arrived with the lake level quickly being lowered for the winter. The gate to the lake is currently locked and the kayak launch has been removed until next spring. Our improved fishing dock has also been winterized and is now closed for the season. All trails remain open during daylight hours as well as the shoreline with limited access to the water.

10/20/2026

Volunteer Day/Winter Preparation: Saturday, October 24: 9am -12pm
Help the Center get ready for the colder winter months. Help collecting, cutting and stacking firewood as well as preparing the site, the buildings and improving trails for winter use are all needed at this time of year. We'll provide lunch for all volunteering. Please preregister at 518-658-2055 or [email protected] by Wednesday, October 21 so we can plan enough food for everyone.

10/20/2026

Owl Pellet Dissection and Halloween Dress up: Saturday, October 24: 1pm - 2pm
Learn about these fascinating night hunters and dissect a real owl pellet to find out what they eat. Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween costume to add to the spookiness. Costumes are not required (but they are lots of fun!). Owl pellets provided by The Friends of Dyken Pond Center. Preregistration is required at [email protected] or (518) 658-2055. All ages. Free.

10/02/2026

The Friends Annual Dinner is Thursday Oct. 15 at 6pm at Greywacke Meadows. This year's guest speaker, Alene Onion will present "How is Dyken Pond Doing" reviewing the overall health of the lake. For more details including the full schedule, dinner menu and to make reservations please visit https://dykenpond.org/?page_id=5244 . Reservations are required by Sunday 10/11 through the above link, cost is $45 and includes dinner from Paolo Lombardi's.

09/24/2026

Volunteer Day/Winter Preparation: Saturday, October 24: 9am -12pm
Help the Center get ready for the colder winter months. Help collecting, cutting and stacking firewood as well as preparing the site, buildings and improving trails for the winter are all needed this time of year. We'll provide lunch for all volunteering. Please preregister at 518-658-2055 or [email protected] by Wednesday, October 21 so we can plan enough food for everyone.

09/24/2026

Fall Foliage Hike: Saturday, October 3: 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 at [email protected] or (518) 658-2055. All ages. Free.

08/07/2026

If you've never dissected an owl pellet before (or want to do it again) please join us at the Grafton Library next week!

Good news, owl enthusiasts! 🦉 This program is now open to patrons of all ages. Please register by calling or emailing the library to ensure there are enough supplies for everyone. The program's capacity is 20 participants.

08/06/2026

Music Under the Trees: Hammer and Nail: Saturday, August 15: 4pm - 7pm
Enjoy the last free concert of the season in our outdoor amphitheater surrounded by a beautiful forest. Hammer and Nail will be playing a fun mix of Americana music. Light snacks will be on hand. Bench seating or bring your own chair. Donations always welcome.

Address

475 Dyken Pond Road
Cropseyville, NY
12052

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	7am - 7pm
Sunday	7am - 7pm

Telephone

(518) 658-2055

Website

http://dykenpond.org/

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