Fall Programs

Farm Fest 2025
Farm Fest 2025
Saturday & Sunday, September 20 & 21, 
Self-guided tours, activities and more, all weekend long!
A weekend of fun for the whole family, including demonstrations and farm tours, apple picking, wagon rides, pony rides, corn maze, cider donuts, folk music and dancing, horses, sheep and goats, apple cider, and food!
Visit www.facebook.com/CliftonParkParksandRecreation for full details and schedule.
EVENT LOCATIONS INCLUDE:

Riverview Orchards • Bowman Orchards Shepherd’s Hey Farm • Historic Grooms Tavern • Robinson Ace Hardware • Vischer Ferry Fire Department • Vischer Ferry General Store • Amity Reformed Church • Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library

Car Care Basics
Car Care Basics

The Car Care Basics program provides vehicle owners with essential knowledge and skills for maintaining their cars. Covering fundamental topics like regular maintenance checks and basic diagnostics, this program helps participants keep their vehicles running smoothly and efficiently. It is designed to promote vehicle longevity, safety, and reliability through practical instruction.

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Car Care Basics for Teens 09/13/2025
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 TOCP Highway Garage 16+ Years 4/20
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Car Care Basics for Adults 10/04/2025
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 TOCP Highway Garage 18+ Years 1/20
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Moonlight Hikes
Moonlight Hikes
(All ages welcome)
View nature in a new light and discover the beauty of nature illuminated by moonlight, as we explore Clifton Park trails and preserves under the full moon. Enjoy peaceful trails and a unique perspective on the wilderness after dark. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or new to nighttime adventures, these walks promise beautiful moments in nature. Don’t miss out – immerse yourself in the magic of the full moon with us!
 
Each walk will be of easy to moderate difficulty, child friendly, and will last approximately 45 minutes.
Please dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy shoes/boots, and bring flashlights or headlamps.
Free, but pre-registration is required. Event may be cancelled in poor weather.
All walks will take place at Garnsey Park, 1481 NY-146, just east of Nott Road & Wing Road
Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Harvest Moon 10/06/2025
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 Garnsey Park, 1481 NY-146 9/30
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Beaver Moon 11/04/2025
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 Garnsey Park, 1481 NY-146 5/30
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Cold Moon 12/04/2025
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 Garnsey Park, 1481 NY-146 5/30
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Muddy Tots
Muddy Tots

This program offers a special opportunity for young children to explore the wonders of learning through outdoor play at the picturesque Veterans Memorial Park and Mooney Carrese Forest. Children will engage in nature-based arts and crafts, discover exciting book-themed activities, and enjoy hands-on exploration of the forest’s beauty. Expect little hands to get dirty, clothes to become delightfully muddy, and hearts to be filled with the joy of connecting with nature right in our community’s backyard! 

Younger siblings below the class are welcome to come play
Please dress appropriately for weather and trail conditions - adults too!
Parent/adult participation required.
Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Fall 2025 09/11/2025–10/23/2025
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 Veterans Memorial Park 2–5 Years 23/24
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Parent & Child Trail Stomping
Parent & Child Trail Stomping
Come explore Clifton Park’s Open Spaces!
A nice morning out for young children and parents/ caregivers who are looking to get outdoors this fall and winter. Each hike will last approximately one hour. Some of the walks will be “jogging-stroller friendly” but a child backpack or front carrier is recommended, dependent upon the age of the child participants. Please dress appropriately for trail conditions. Hike may be cancelled in poor weather conditions.
Parent/adult participation required.
Free, but advance registration required. 
Register once, come to as many as you'd like!
Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Fall 2025 09/09/2025–11/25/2025
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 Whipple Bridge, VFNP, Clute's Dry Dock - VFNP, Ferry Drive - VFNP, Lock 7 - VFNP, Hayes Nature Park, Kinns Road Park, Veterans Memorial Park, 41 Acre Park, Garnsey Park, Dwaas Kill Nature Park, Mohawk Landing, Town Center Park 26/30
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