environment
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Plant Identification Hike
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLove the outdoors? Come along for a fun and relaxed in-person hike where we'll explore local flora together. Whether you're a total newbie or a budding plant expert, this is […]
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Pecan Farming History of the Northeast
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesDive into the cool story behind pecan farming in the Northeast and discover how these nuts shaped the region’s past!
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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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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 […]
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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.
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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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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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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!
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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 six and up.
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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 six and up.
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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, […]
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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. […]
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Yuletide @ Hilltop Hanover Farm
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn about the history and celebration of Yule and the importance that the Winter Solstice and agriculture plays in this inclusive celebration. Partake in traditions new & old as you […]
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All programs are subject to change without notice.