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Littles at Lasdon: Stay and Play
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLet’s gather together to enjoy Autumn in the gardens and orchard. We will record our stories in a journal, build with sticks, stems, rocks and blocks, and exercise our imagination. […]
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Teaching Climate Literacy to Children Through a Lens of Hope
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesInspired by the book, “How to Teach Climate Change to Children,” by Rebecca Woodard and Kristine M. Schutz, this 3-part series equips K–5 educators with hopeful, age-appropriate approaches to climate education. Explore […]
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Stay and Play with Paper Mache in the Lasdon Studio
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesMake a mask or help bring to life some wild, winged, wonderful creatures for our fantasy parade on October 31. Two sessions allow us the time to get creative, construct, […]
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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 encouraged to use all five senses to […]
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Wilderness Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us for a guided hike on the scenic trails at Muscoot Farm. These hikes are designed to help you connect with nature, build confidence on the trails, and deepen […]
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Fishes of Long Island Sound
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesFrom six foot Sandbar Sharks to six inch Atlantic Silverside minnows, learn about the incredible and diverse fishes that swim in Long Island Sound. Indoor presentation by the Read Wildlife […]
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Fish Seining Net Adventure
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesUp close and personal with the amazing fishes (and other creatures) of Long Island Sound! Our Naturalist will drag a seine net along the shore to see what we catch. […]
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Garden Highlight Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThe sights and scents of the season flourish across the garden collections of Lasdon Public Gardens. Spend some time with Lasdon's head gardener on a walking tour featuring highlights of the gardens and plant collections. The one hour tour is free and meets at the Memorial Garden Entrance.
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First Wednesday’s Bird Walk
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin the Bedford Audubon Society at Hilltop for the first Wednesday of each month! Birders of all levels are welcome on this exploration of the farm through various habitats to catch a view of our winged friends. Register Now
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Trails Without Limits
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesGuided by The Westchester Parks Foundation, Trails Without Limits allows individuals who live with physical disabilities including, but not limited to, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, amputation, paraplegia, arthritis, cardiac issues, joint replacements, or have other mobility concerns, the opportunity to hike the trails of Westchester County Parks with the use of All-Terrain Trackchairs, at […]
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Tea with the Animals
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesRecreation, Activities, Events & ProgramsJoin us for a mid-morning cuppa while you meet and learn about the animals on the farm! Participants will harvest and make some scrumptious treats for both us humans and the animals to enjoy together for a tea party! Adults and children 6+ welcome! Pre-registration is required with a $15 program fee. Register Now
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Canceled Local Indigenous History Lecture & Discussion
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesAn educational session focused on the histories, cultures, traditions, experiences, and contributions of the local Indigenous community. Register Now
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Monthly Meditation: Nature-Based Mindfulness for Tranquility and Renewal
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesEach month, enjoy the peace of early evening amongst the fields and woodlands of Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center. In the company of fellow nature lovers, explore nature-based mindfulness practices that remind us of our innate connection to the earth and offer support, perspective, delight, and ease. Practices will include seated meditation, mindful walking, […]
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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. Ages 6 and up.
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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 indigenous stone structures in the woods of the Lower Hudson Valley. In his presentation, Rob will show and discuss examples of these distinctive stone structures. […]
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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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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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Read the Rocks! Geology of Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesTake a walk at Read Wildlife Sanctuary to learn about the ancient, and recent, forces that have shaped the landscape. Led by the Sanctuary's Curator, wear good walking shoes. Ages […]
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Harvest + Craft: Winter Greenery
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesThe farm’s fields and forests can provide so much more than something to eat! In this class, learn how to forage and harvest evergreens to make sustainable decorative wreaths, garlands, and other greenery to take home. This session will be held in the Classroom and is recommended for everyone ages 12+; $25 per person. Supplies […]
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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 winter walk, the group will be searching for various animal tracks and […]
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Wintering Ducks
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesLong Island Sound attracts an amazing number and diversity of ducks in the winter. Join the Sanctuary Curator to look for Long Tails, Merganzers, Buffleheads and other waterfowl and seabirds. Meet at Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary Visitors Center. Ages ten and up.
All programs are subject to change without notice.