Pine Lake Events & Workshops
From wellness to outdoor skills workshops, Pine Lake is buzzing with event activity no matter the season!
Community Education Programs
Register for an event or program from each “Learn More” link.
Event
Apr 04 2026
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Indigenous History Walk: A Glimpse into the Past
Trace the history of the Susquehannock and Mohican peoples on this guided walk at Pine Lake. Ethnoecologist Justin Wexler explores how Native land management shaped our local species and landscape. RSVP required. No fee. All...
Event
Apr 12 2026
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Thaw Fest
Join us for Thaw Fest! From pollinator gardening and fire-building to line dancing, low ropes challenges, and cobb oven treats, there is something for everyone. Grab a Bingo card, earn stickers, and explore Pine Lake....
Event
Apr 16 2026
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Day of Service: Trail Cleanup
Give back to the trails you love! Help us clear debris and prep the paths for spring. No fee to join, service hours available for all Hartwick students in attendance. RSVP required.
Event
Apr 23 2026
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Day of Service: Trail Cleanup
Round two of our spring spruce-up! Join the team to maintain our trail system. No fee, service hours are available for all Hartwick students in attendance. RSVP required.
Event
Apr 28 2026
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Navigation & Forest Bathing: The Compass & The Quiet
Ready to find your way and lose your stress? Join us to master the “Red in the Shed” compass trick to navigate the wilds of Pine Lake. Free baseplate compass for all participants! RSVP required,...
Event
Apr 30 2026
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Master Your Gear & Gear Hacks: A Hiking Primer
Level up your outdoor game! Learn pro tips for packing, gear maintenance, and clever trail hacks to make your next hike easier. No fee. RSVP required due to limited space. Hiking equipment available upon request!
Event
May 02 2026
9:00 am
Guided Hike to Mud Lake
Explore the scenic route from the Pine Lake Campus to Mud Lake! This guided trek is a great way to see the spring landscape. No fee; meet at the kiosk for a 9 a.m. departure....
Event
May 03 2026
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Second Annual Pine Lake Bash
Exclusively for the Hartwick community: enjoy live music, the slip n’ slide, and a BBQ feast. Join the cardboard boat race, smash watermelons, or tie-dye a shirt. Shuttles run all day from campus. See you...
Join us for outdoor recreation activities and other events, depending on how much or how little snow and ice we get!
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Hartwick College Pine Lake Campus
1894 Charlotte Creek Road
Oneonta, New York 13820
607-431-4520
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