Park Naturalist and Community Programs

Dutchess County Parks offers a variety of educational programs throughout the year. Our programs provide children and adults an opportunity to experience, share and have hands on learning time within our parks. Our programs focus on various aspects of environmental awareness, prehistoric Native American culture, and survival skills. Our goal is to give youth and adults a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature within a fun and entertaining park atmosphere. We also try to instill a sense of personal responsibility and teamwork during each program offered. We hope you join us for some of our programs throughout the year.

If you have any questions regarding Dutchess County Park Naturalist Programs, please contact the Park Naturalist at 845-298-4602 or by email at parknaturalist@dutchessny.gov. If you have any questions regarding Dutchess County Parks Community Programs, please contact the Parks Office at 845-298-4600.

Dutchess County Parks Programs are on a first come, first serve basis. Be sure to check back often for new opportunities and register early.





2023 Fall Public Eaglet Program 2 Bald Eagles
The Dutchess County Parks Nature Eaglet Program at Bowdoin offers an outdoor learning experience for youth ages five to seven along with their parents or caregivers. Through interactive exploration and play, children will take a closer look at our unique natural habitat at the park, with each week focusing on a different topic. Week 2 we will explore the world of our largest raptor in the northeast, the Bald Eagle! we will hike to the nest to bird watch and discuss food chains. Good shoes and bugspray are suggested.
Location: BOWDOIN PARK
Dates: 10/10/2023 - 10/10/2023
Price: 5.00
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Seats Remaining: 2
Seats Remaining: 2

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2023 Fall Public Eaglet Program 3 Hiking Safety
The Dutchess County Parks Nature Eaglet Program at Bowdoin offers an outdoor learning experience for youth ages five to seven along with their parents or caregivers. Through interactive exploration and play, children will take a closer look at our unique natural habitat at the park, with each week focusing on a different topic. Week 3 we will discuss the impiortance of being prepared every time you go on a hike. This class serves as a beginer survuival class. Good shoes and bugspray are suggested.
Location: BOWDOIN PARK
Dates: 10/24/2023 - 10/24/2023
Price: 5.00
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Seats Remaining: 5
Seats Remaining: 5

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