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Beaver Lake Nature Center
Plunge into the world of Beaver Lake Nature Center. The Nature Center offers over 400 annual programs. A rich mix of habitats creates the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds and over 800 varieties of plants.
Click here to download the Trails Map (pdf)
Click here to download the 2010 Summer Programs brochure
Coming Up...
Thursday, July 29 • Native Plant (Ethnobotany) Walk
Saturday, July 31 • Amazing Mushrooms
Saturday & Sunday, July 31 & August 1 • Weekend Guided Walks - Identifying Ferns
Saturday & Sunday, August 7 & 8 • Weekend Guided Walks • Turtles
Sunday, August 15 • Upstate Chiropractic Beaver Lake Run • Click here to download application
Calling all amateur photographers...Time is running out to "Capture Mother Nature" during Beaver Lake's Annual Amateur Photography Contest. Contest ends July 31. Click here to download application
Canoeing & Kayaking - Daily thru Monday, September 6
Weekends, 9am - 4pm; Weekdays, 9am - 3:30pm
Enjoy a leisurely paddle on your own across Beaver Lake. Explore the lake's edge and search for beaver lodges, turtles, herons and osprey.
Canoe and solo kayak rentals are available, on a first-come basis, for $8 for the first hour, $2 for each additional half-hour.
Paddlers may bring their own canoe or kayak provided the vessel has been dry for at least 24 hours due to the risk of invasive species.
Beaver Lake reserves the right to cancel at any time and visitors should note that the lake will be closed during hazardous weather. All canoes and kayaks must be off the lake by 5pm.
2010 Camp Beaver Lake - Outdoor Adventure at its Best - Register Today!
Fun-filled nature themed activities, crafts, games and more for children who have completed Kindergarten thru 11th grade.
•Weekly sessions run through August 20 with each week geared to a different age group:
| Week | Grade Completed | Type of Session | Openings (as of 7/20/10) |
| August 2 - 6 | 2nd or 3rd 4th or 5th |
Full Day Full Day |
NO Yes |
| August 9 - 13 | K or 1st 4th or 5th |
Half/Full Day Full Day |
NO Yes |
| August 16 - 20 | 6th or 7th 8th - 11th |
Full Day Full Day |
Yes Yes |
•Full day (9am-3pm) and Half day (9am-12noon) sessions available. •Cost is $150 per week for full day program; $80 for half day program (Friends of Beaver Lake members are $125 and $65.)
Pre and Post camp supervision is available for an additional cost.
•Click here to download information sheet and weekly schedule (pdf) •Click here to download application (pdf)
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33rd Annual Golden Harvest Festival
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Its winding trails are to be enjoyed in all seasons. The 200 acre glacial lake is a migratory stop for thousands of Canada geese that migrate through, as well as an opportunity for summertime exploration by canoe.
Through membership, an opportunity exists for you to become part of Beaver Lake. The Friends of Beaver Lake strive to make the Beaver Lake experience complete. Since 1980 the Friends of Beaver Lake Nature Center have provided essential financial and volunteer support to the Nature Center, ensuring the best possible experience for each visitor.
Beaver Lake Nature Center's Mission: To foster local and global stewardship of nature through diverse recreational and educational opportunities that enhance visitors' awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the natural world.
Looking for a unique spot to hold your child's next birthday party...
Natural Birthday Parties at Beaver Lake are parties with a purpose and seasonally appropriate themes for children ages 5-12. Choose from topics such as Maple Sugaring (March); Exploring Life in a Pond (May-September); Turtles and Hawks and Owl (Year Round). The two hour party includes a guided walk and critter talk (except during Maple Sugaring) and allows for cake and present time. Cost is $80 per group. Call for details and to schedule your next party.
| Please Note: Dogs are not allowed at Beaver Lake Nature Center. In addition, bikes are not allowed on the trails. | |
| Hours | Open Daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas; 7:30am-call for closing time |
| Admission | $3 per car • $24 Annual Pass • $15 per bus |
Acres |
650 |
| Contact | 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027 315-638-2519 BLNC@ongov.net |
| Directions | Click here |
During your visit to Beaver Lake Nature Center, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by Onondaga County Parks or authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by Onondaga County Parks. Commercial photography or filming is prohibited without permission of Onondaga County Parks.