White-tailed deer. Photo courtesy of Brian McAllister.  Used by permission.

Adirondack Nature Walks:
Kids Wildlife Signs and Tracks Snowshoe Walk
Saturday, 7 February 2015
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Mice and vole tracks at the Paul Smiths VIC.  Photo courtesy of B. McAllister.  Used by permission.Winter Tracking in the Adirondacks: Mice and vole tracks in the snow at the VIC

Bring the kids out to the VIC to go on a family snowshoe walk to look for signs and tracks of our local winter wildlife residents.  Tracks commonly found in this wetland and mixed forest ecosystem include: mole, vole, hare, grouse, deer, bobcat, and American martin.

This program is geared for the kids. Snowshoes will be required and are available to rent at the VIC.  Dress appropriately for outdoor activity.  The program runs from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Cost: $20/person, $40/family. There is a 25% discount for Friends of the VIC and Season Pass Holders.  Preregistration required by 5:00 PM the day prior.

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Explore the VIC

The Paul Smiths VIC offers a wide variety of programs throughout the year to educate and inform Adirondack Park residents and visitors about the natural wonders of the Adirondack Mountains. You can help support these programs by joining the Friends of the VIC. More information on Friends of the VIC memberships

Explore the Trails

The VIC trails are free and open to the public, from dawn to dusk, spring through fall. In winter, the trails are open to cross-country skiers and snowshoers for a fee. Day or season passes may be purchased.