SALAMANCA — Allegany State Park continues its series of hikes called 3rd Saturday Treks, with the first family-friendly outing set for April 15.
Treks will be led by park staff and summer interns. The April 15 hike coincides with the park’s annual Arbor Day/Earth Day celebration; environmental educator Adele Wellman for a treasure and tree identification hike starting at 10 a.m.
Hikers are asked to meet at the Red House Administration Building and to come dressed for the weather. This hike will last approximately an hour. Registration is not required.
Meanwhile, additional children’s activities are set at the Red House building, including sun painting — weather permitting — from 10 to 11 a.m. Bring a T-shirt to paint, or there will be bandanas available for a $1 donation. Sun-painted items will be ready to take home around 12:30 p.m.
Children can also paint tree cookies and more items. Rounding out the day will be a guest speaker from noon to 1 p.m. on a topic to be determined.
Ongoing during the day participants can test their skills at Nature Trivia and check out various displays, such as on composting and recycling.
For more information, visit the Allegany State Park Facebook page or contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at (716) 354-9101 ext. 236.
