More scenes from the Labyrinth trail at Mohonk Preserve. Perfect hiking weather today! #mohonkmountainhouse #mohonkpreserve #upstateny | The Nature Seeker

Well skiers, the travel ban is lifted and the storm has slowed to flurries! Get your skis waxed up.. it's going to be a great week!! Grooming crews from Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Mohonk Mountain House, Mohonk Preserve (pictured here!), and River-to-Ridge Trail have been out making the most of the 16-20" of snow that we received in the past 24 hours. It's been intense! 6 passes of each trail were often needed, and grooming crews across the ridge broke out their biggest machinery! Minnewaska

Have a fun and safe halloween from the Mohonk Preserve Rangers! | Mohonk Preserve

Why are spotted lanternflies so fast? 🤔 The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) belongs to a family of insects called "planthoppers," which are known for their powerful jumping ability. While adults spotted lanternflies have wings and can fly short distances, they primarily rely on their powerful hind legs for mobility. Understanding how the spotted lanternfly moves can help conservation researchers develop better control strategies for this invasive species. Have you seen this bug? You can