Nature
Monthly Meditation
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for an evening meditation with our guide, Liz Slade. Learn mindfulness practices such as meditation, nourishing silence, nature bathing, and more while spending an evening on the farm.
Birding for Beginners
For anyone interested in bird watching, this is a great way to learn some basics. Bring binoculars. Led by Chris Mignone.
Sugar House Chat
This event has been cancelled.
Join the Trailside Staff in the Sugar House as they show you how to boil down the sap, they collected to make maple syrup.
Backyard Bird Bonanza- Make n’ Take Bluebird Nesting Boxes
This popular program! We will learn the needs of these creatures that constantly struggle for nesting habitat. All materials will be provided to make a box. Participants must register by March 15, 2025.
Registration can be done by the following: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov or by phone at 914-967-8720.
Limit one Bluebird box per household to take home.
Wildlife Tracks
Have you ever seen an animal print and wondered who it could have come from? Come learn all about wildlife tracks!
Early Spring Guided Hike
Embark on a hike around the preserve to explore early signs of spring! Approximately 1-mile hike, hiking shoes recommended.
Volunteer Workday
Time for some Spring cleanup around the park. Join us as we put winter away, clear debris and trash, and get ready for the fresh green flush of spring.
Volunteer Work Project- Clearing Garden Beds and Portals of Debris
Come and help prepare these Sanctuary exclusives for the busy Spring Season. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools and demonstrations are provided.
Contact: Scott at sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov for locations
Invasive Species and their Impacts
What are invasive species, and why should we care? Join us on a short walk around the park to get to know these organisms and their impact on our local ecosystem. Meet at Nature Center. Free; no registration required; ages 5+; wear sturdy, warm shoes.