Events
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Eat, Drink and Decorate!
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin Caitlin of CM Cookies for an evening of seasonal Muscoot mocktails and snacks while learning all of the tips and tricks of cookie decorating. For ages 18 and above. […]
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Sea Shells (and other Molluscs) of the World
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesAmazing Shells from around the world! Stomach Foots, Head Foots and Twin Shells! An indoor presentation at the Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary Visitors Center by the County Curator.
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Sea Shells (and other creatures) of Long Island Sound
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesTake a hike along the shore at Read Wildlife Sanctuary with our resident Curator to find common shells (plus flotsam & jetsam). Wear close toed water shoes, waterproof boots, etc. […]
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Nature’s Recyclers
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesWhat happens to all those fallen leaves once autumn comes to an end? Discover the world of decomposers and see how fungi, insects, and other tiny recyclers turn nature's leftovers into the building blocks for new life.
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Native American Stone Structures of the Lower Hudson Valley
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn about the various stone structures found on the farm and in your backyard! After, take an optional hike to go see some examples. Rob Buchanan has spent years identifying […]
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Late Fall Shelter Building
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesA team building activity for the whole family! We will seek out an area, and collect all natural materials to build a shelter, large enough to fit everyone who attends!
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Mini scientist Saturday
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesHave you ever wondered if this world offers more than what meets the eye? Explore that curiosity with our staff at Trailside this weekend! Together we will learn how to use dissection microscopes, and use these scientific tools to thoroughly explore the hidden features of our environment.
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All About Owls
Lenoir Preserve 9 Dudley Street, Yonkers, United StatesCome and learn all about owls and their amazing adaptations that make them successful nocturnal birds of prey. We will also dissect owl pellets. No live owls will be at […]
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The Oklahoma Expedition of the 1970s and Creation of the Delaware Resource Center
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesNick Shoumatoff, the Curator at the Trailside Nature Museum in Ward Pound Ridge Reservation during the 1970s, took a team of researchers to Oklahoma, to learn from elders of the Delaware Nation. We will discuss his findings, the implications, and what we can learn from their work. A lecture with slides and archival material and […]
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Holiday Wreath Workshop
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesMake Lasdon’s Annual Wreath decorating workshop part of your holiday tradition. Learn how to make your own wreath embellished with cuttings from Lasdon's conifer collection, natural materials from the gardens and seasonal decorations. Each participant will learn how to make the perfect bow to complete their wreath. This workshop will be in the Main House […]
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Horse Grooming
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome visit the farm and experience the joy of grooming our friendly horse, Haley! This hands-on program gives participants the opportunity to help care for Haley through brushing and grooming, […]
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Invasive Species 101
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesCome learn about the flora of Cranberry Lake, and get your hands dirty to help remove some invasive species! Approx. 1.5-mile hike, long pants and hiking shoes recommended.
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Animal Interactions (Baby Goats)
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsEnter one of Muscoot Farm's enclosures where you will see, touch, and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! Available only to those ages 8+ with pre-registration required […]
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Nature Walk: For Kids!
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin one of our educators on a short nature walk meant for young children ages 4-7. On this walk, the group will be searching for and collecting fallen leaves along […]
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Canceled DIY Bird Feeder
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesCome hang out and learn how to build the coolest bird feeders that’ll attract all your feathered friends! Register Now
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World of Seaweeds and other Remarkable Algae
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsAn indoor evening presentation at Read Wildlife Sanctuary by the resident Curator. Learn about the astounding world of algae, a building block of life on earth.
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Croton Point Park Nature and History Hike
Croton Point Park 1A Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, United StatesJoin park staff and Village of Croton Historian Marc Cheshire for a hike to explore Croton Point’s history, natural history, archaeology and geology. The hike will last roughly 1.5 to 2 hours. Meet at the gate to the Park’s RV lot, where parking is available. Ages 6 and up welcome - wear sturdy shoes, and […]
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Thanksgiving Cook n’ Share
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us to cook-ahead some farm-fresh Thanksgiving sides to share with a neighbor, friend, or someone else who may appreciate a home-cooked meal this holiday season. This event is free […]
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Mini Scientist Saturday-How do animals prepare for Winter
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesHow do animals survive the winter? Do they prepare for the cold weather like we do? Let’s find out together this weekend through use of games and craft activities!
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Wildlife Learning Experience
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsAn explorative station in the Environmental Learning Center where attendees can get their hands on a variety of different horns, antlers, and skulls and learn the major differences between them […]
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Nature Quest
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesPut your navigation and observation skills to the test! Use a trail map and some clues to find your way to marked search areas, then slow down, look closely, and uncover objects hidden in plain sight. No experience needed! Just a map, a curious eye, and a sense of adventure!
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Volunteer Work Project- Invasive Vine Removers Unite!
Lenoir Preserve 9 Dudley Street, Yonkers, United StatesWe will learn about and properly remove invasive vines from trees and shrubs. Great for any type of service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided.
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Seaweeds of Long Island Sound
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesA beachcombing walk along the shore of Long Island Sound to learn about seaweeds and many other wonders! Wear close-toed water shoes, waterproof boots, etc. Meet at Visitors Center. Ages […]
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Children’s Entrepreneur Market!
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesCome out to Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center to support or sell at the Children's Entrepreneur Market! Become a Vendor: Watch your child light up with growth and unstoppable […]
All programs are subject to change without notice.