Friends of Connetquot River State Park Preserve
The Friends of Connetquot is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation, conservation and history of the 3,473-acre Connetquot River State Park Preserve. We work to help management protect a pristine environment and historic buildings and artifacts. We also support educational programs, fishing facilities and hiking and equestrian trails.
Take on the Centennial Challenge
Introducing the New York State Parks and Historic Sites Centennial Challenge! Celebrate 100 years of NY State Parks with this fun and interactive experience, accessible at all of New York State's 250+ sites. Starting on January 1st, you'll have all year to tackle new adventures, earn prizes, and explore what makes our parks and historic sites so special. Finish 24 out of 100 missions to earn a commemorative Centennial prize, plus have your name entered into a random drawing for one of 24 three-year Empire Passes and a Centennial swag bag!
Click here for more information and the Challenge Checklist
2024 Events!
Come Celebrate NYS Parks 100th Anniversary!
- September 14 – Women’s Fishing Clinic
- September 22 – Forest Bathing
- October 18 – Friends Fishing Outing
- October 11-13 – Haunted Connetquot
- November – Indigenous History Month
- December 5th – Our 27th GALA
Volunteer with the Friends
Regular volunteer opportunities are always available to help the Friends at the Preserve!
Planter Maintenance and Watering
Pollinator Garden Maintenance and Watering
Hiking and Equestrian Trail Maintenance
River Work – Platform Repair and Diverters
Clubhouse Deck Refurbishment
Creation of a Native Species Pathway
Perimeter Fence Trash Pick-up
Invasive Removal
Clubhouse Tour Guide
...and more!
Holiday Decorating of the Clubhouse
Sunday, December 14, 2024 - 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Please join the Friends of Connetquot
as We Decorate the Clubhouse for the Holidays!
Refreshments will be served.
President's Letter, FOC Newsletter, Fall 2024
The President's Letter for Fall 2024 has been released:
As summer gracefully transitions into the golden hues of autumn, Connetquot stirs to life in countless ways. The river now flows with a refreshing chill, and hungry trout dart through its crystalline waters. Pollinators buzz busily in the garden, aware that the vibrant summer blossoms are waning. Cooler weather allows our educators to resume indoor classes, and historic house tours beckon curious visitors.
Please visit the President's Letter page to read the full letter.
STQRY Audio Walking Tour!
Did you know you can take a walking audio tour of Connetquot River State Park Preserve using your own cell phone? Thanks to STQRY and the Friends of Connetquot, you can learn about the history behind the landmarks of the park such as Mile Marker "50", the various bridges along the trails, the Ice House, Hatchery and more! Plus, you can find out what to look for as you walk the trails of the park. It's a whole new way to see Connetquot even if you've been here hundreds of times or you’re hundreds of miles away!
Simply download the map here or get one at the entrance booth as you come in to the park. Start your tour at the Welcome Kiosk in the parking lot. Scan the QR code with your smartphone for pictures and audio or call 631-703-3313 and enter number 1 to begin the tour. Look for more signs throughout the Preserve. Snap the QR or enter the number on the marker and you'll be treated to a short summary of what you're looking at and what to look for.