Nature
Events
-
-
Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Nature
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesEcotheraphy, also called nature therapy, focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing through outdoor activities. Master Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead the guided walk to different areas of Lasdon that will be explored as nature and its benefits are experienced up close. All participants should be prepared to walk, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring […]
-
Poetry in the Preserve
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, North White Plains, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryIn celebration of National Poetry month, join award-winning poet and local artist Dave Donelson for a reading of his poetry inspired by Cranberry Lake, followed by a naturalist-led hike. Participants will be guided in writing their own poetry about the preserve, to be displayed in the nature center as a public exhibit.
Free -
Farm-to-Fable
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLittle ones, ages 3-6, will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Registration for this class is required online where you can pay what you want! Registration is required. register now
Pay What You Want -
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.
Free -
Natural Dyes Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryLearn the basics of creating natural dyes and help process wool to make a variety of beautiful colors! Pre-registration required; register & pay
$8 -
Soft Landings: Playtime for Littles at Lasdon
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLet’s gather together to enjoy early growth in the gardens, record our stories in a journal, and learn about tools. We will experiment with seeds and roots, build with sticks, stems, rocks and blocks, and exercise our imagination. We always end with gratitude for forest friends and a cup of warm tea. Dress for the […]
$5 -
Lasdon Public Gardens Medicinal Plant & Tree Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesUrban naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a to examine over twenty plants and trees in the Arboretum that have medicinal qualities and are used to treat physical and mental conditions. All of these plats can be grown in your own backyard and are available at local nurseries. He will also briefly discuss some of the […]
-
Project Feeder Watch!
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesJoin Hudson River Audubon to observe and learn about our local birds! Beginners to experts- all welcome!
Free -
Go Green Day!
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesCelebrate 2026 Earthday! Turn off your electronics and spend the day outside giving back to Mother Earth! Help us plant native species and learn about the many ways you can nurture our shared environment.
Free -
Merestead Wetland Walk
Merestead 455 Byram Lake Road, Mount Kisco, NY, United StatesPut on your rubber boots or hiking shoes and join for a walk along stream and wetland edge to see Merestead’s amphibians, birds, wildflowers and mosses. Meet at the carriage house parking area on the south side of 455 Byram Lake Road in Mount Kisco. Program will run in light rain, but worse weather will […]
-
“What’s Blooming Now?”
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us for our "What's Blooming Now"? series! This month we will focus on Spring Ephemerals. Common beauty's we are likely to see would be Dutchman's breeches, Trout lily, Bloodroot and more.
$5 -
Croton Point Park: Westchester’s Jewel on the Hudson
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryHudson River Audubon presents authors Scott Craven and Caroline Curvan on the history of the Park and how it went from landfill to scenic Park.
Free -
-
Dangerous and Toxic Outdoor and Indoor Plants
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesThis tour will examine some of the dangerous/toxic plants that are found in your backyard and surrounding area. Parts of these plants including leaves seeds and berries if ingested can cause individuals to become violently ill. Besides these outdoor plants, several common house plants sold at garden centers and nurseries have leaves and berries that […]
-
WILDLIFE of LENOIR!
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesWildlife camera findings, seasonal siting's, fur and bones with Lenoir Naturalist
Free -
Mini Scientist Saturday
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesJoin us this month for "Water Quality Detectives"! We will go down to the stream and collect stream samples looking for macroinvertebrates, do a turbidity test and learn about indicator species. Ages 5-12
Free -
Vernal Pool Exploration
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesJoin us on a guided hike to our vernal pools! Vernal pools are spring ponds that are crucial habitats for plenty of different frog, salamander, and plant species. Learn all about these fascinating creatures and short-lived vernal pool ecosystems! Meet at reception center upon arrival. register now
Free -
First Monday Bird Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome to the farm for an early morning bird walk with Anne Swaim of Saw Mill River Audubon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. The walk leaves from the parking lot. While this guided walk is free, registration is required. register now
Free -
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.
Free -
Warbler Walk!
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesWitness the brilliant wave of Warblers and other migrating birds flying north this spring! led by Park Naturalist.
Free -
Mother’s Weekend Wildflower Walk
Mom wants to spend time with you on her special weekend! Take her on a walk and see some of our beautiful Westchester wildflowers and then take her to lunch (not included).
-
Spring Birds on a Collective Feather
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesWe will view sample specimens, before we trek out to observe the birds and learn about their behavior. Please bring binoculars.
-
BUZZ ABOUT!
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesJoin Todd Patton, master beekeeper, for a visit to his Lenoir Preserve hives. Learn beekeeping basics and fascinating facts about these hard-working honey producers!
Free -
Mom and Me Tea Party
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesShare an enchanting moment with Mom over tea inside Lasdon’s Glass House Conservatory. This Mother’s Day, express your love for Mom by creating a hand-picked flower bouquet. The bouquet will become the center piece for your table while you enjoy tea and nibbles over priceless conversation, write love notes or capture the moment with a […]
$10 – $15 -
Mother’s Day Tour
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesWhat better way to celebrate Mother’s Day then immersing yourself in acres of beautiful flowers? Come to Lasdon Public Gardens for a gardener-led tour of our gardens and plant collections. Moms, treat yourselves to a lovely hour stroll around sweetly fragrant lilacs and other spring blooming flowers. Free. Meet at the Memorial Garden Entrance at […]
Free
All programs are subject to change without notice.