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Winter Arts and Crafts
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistoryJoin us at the Cranberry Lake Preserve nature center for winter themed crafts. Together we’ll make some stellar seasonal artwork that will be the perfect gift this holiday season!
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Winter Bird Feeders
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome to the studio to make a simple bird feeder using pine cones and sun butter. Make one to take home and one to hang up at Lasdon. For all ages. REGISTER NOW
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Guided Hike
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesJoin Nature Center staff for a guided hike around the preserve. Approximately 2-mile hike, hiking shoes recommended.
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Winter Animal Tracking
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesSearch the paths, meadows and woods for signs of winter wildlife.
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Wintering Ducks
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesCan we spot any ducks floating on the ice this winter? Join us for a short hike to observe what waterfowl do in the cold season. Meet at entrance to RV Park. Free; no registration required; ages 5+; wear sturdy, warm shoes.
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Winter Hike
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesTake a guided hike through the mystifying winter landscapes of the Reservation.
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Planning a Garden: For Beginners
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesWhile it may not seem like it, winter is the best time to start planning your garden! In this class, we will discuss how to assess your space and needs, the availability of crops, and the seasonality of growing in the Hudson Valley. Pre-registration is required at HilltopHanoverFarm.org for this free workshop.
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Winter Scavenger Hunt!
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesArts, Culture & HistorySharpen your observation skills! This self-guided scavenger hunt uses our nature checklist and your senses. Go at your own pace and discover nature’s beauty.
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Owls in Winter
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesLearn about owls that live at Lasdon and make an adorable Snowy Owl craft. Visitors can stop by the Welcome Center any time between 1 and 3 to participate. For ages 3 and up.
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Winter Sowing and Recycling Program: Seed Jugs
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesAges 15 and older can bring their recyclables and get a head start on your spring garden while helping the planet. In this eco-friendly workshop, participants will learn how to turn everyday recyclables into mini-greenhouses for seeds. Please bring your clean milk jugs, juice containers, large zip-top bags or other clear recyclables to create your […]
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Chilly Crafts
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. CONTACT THE PARK FOR UPDATED INFORMATION. Let us break from the cold and chill out with some crafts inside of our warm Nature Museum!
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Winter Forage Tea Party
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesTHIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. CONTACT THE PARK FOR UPDATED INFORMATION. Brew a hot cup of tea and enjoy a warm treat on a cold day from plants found around Hilltop’s trails! This program will involve moderate walking on the farm’s hiking trails. There is a $5 suggested donation per person.
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Sweetheart Dance for the Disabled
Westchester County Center 198 Central Avenue, White Plains, United StatesDisabled Dance for Westchester County Residents. Registration required. Westchester County Center For more information: North East Special Recreation (914) 347-4409 For a complete listing of shows, visit the County Center website: WEBSITE
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Winter Bird Watching
Lenoir Preserve 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY, United StatesEnjoy our year-round residents and winter visitors.
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Intro to Phalaenopsis Orchid Care
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesPhalaenopsis Orchids have become a popular plant to give but recipients often feel inept in their abilities to care for them. This workshop aims to demystify Phalaenopsis culture and give orchid keepers the tools they need to keep them flourishing for years to come. In this hands-on workshop, participants will receive a Phalaenopsis orchid to […]
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Waterfowl Migrants and Shorebird Sightings
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesThis may be the right time to observe both types of birds in action, from the brackish waters of the lake to the salty shoreline adjacent to the Long Island Sound. Please bring binoculars and dress for the weather.
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Kitchen Knacks: Broths & Stocks
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesBundle up with us for our first session of our new Kitchen Knacks series! We will be looking at broths and stocks in this session while examining uses, discussing ingredients, and learning how to make our own.
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Winter Night Walk
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesUpdate: Due to the weather forecast and current trail conditions, this event has been cancelled. Join us for a winter night walk through fields and forests illuminated by moonlight. Dress warmly. Weather permitting. Space is limited. Call to register (914) 835-4466. Please arrive promptly by 6 P.M. Refreshments courtesy of the Friends of Marshlands.
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Chilly Hike
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesLet us embrace the cold weather and hike on a glorious winter day! Approximately 1.5-mile hike, hiking shoes recommended.
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Native Seed Dumpling Workshop
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesLearn about Hilltop's Native Plants Program in this seed dumpling workshop; a great hands-on activity to sow native plants that support our local pollinator and insect populations. All seeds are local-ecotype and grown here on the farm. Pre-registration is required;
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Winter Tree ID Walk
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesThink tree identification is only for spring and summer? Think again! Come on a winter walk and learn key strategies for identifying different tree species. No prior experience needed. Recommended for ages 16+. Free, but please pre-register. REGISTER NOW
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Groundhog Day at Muscoot Farm
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesCome out to see if our local weather-predicting chicken, Clucks-atawney Henrietta, has lain an egg for an early spring! Enjoy some treats and activities after for a celebration!
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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.
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Birding with the Audubon Society
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesJoin Anne Swaim, Executive Director of Saw Mill River Audubon on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main Playland parking lot. Then, continuing to Edith Read Sanctuary. Please bring binoculars. Registration is required. REGISTER NOW
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All programs are subject to change without notice.