Mushroom Ecology Walk
Marshlands Conservancy NY, United StatesDid you know that mushrooms play an important role in the ecosystem? Join us as we learn about mushroom ecology and hike around the park to see what mushrooms we […]
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Did you know that mushrooms play an important role in the ecosystem? Join us as we learn about mushroom ecology and hike around the park to see what mushrooms we […]
Enter one of Muscoot Farm's enclosures where you will see, touch, and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! Available only to those ages 8+ with pre-registration required […]
Preparing plant specimens for our herbarium collection requires knowledge of botany, a steady hand, and a lot of patience. Stop by to watch and learn about the process and why […]
A walking tour of the various habitats including meadow, forest, and salt marsh. Learn what distinguishes each habitat. Find out what animals and plants live there.
Come craft mini scarecrows for your home or yard as you learn about the history and uses of scarecrows on the farm. Open to adults and children ages 6+; registration […]
We’ll look for these elusive big birds and discuss the natural history of one of Marshlands’ most popular residents!
Come and learn all about the cool adaptations that mammals have and why they have them. Meet at Trailside Nature Museum.
Come 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 […]
Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Please meet […]
Little 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 […]



Volunteers are needed to help park staff identify as many species as possible in the meadows at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. No prior experience is necessary! Participants will learn how […]


Join 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 […]


Become a farmer for a day and join our staff as you feed, clean, and care for our animals! Pre-registration is required; $25 per participant (includes one adult as adult […]


Urban Naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a walking tour that will focus on the history and highlights of Lasdon. Stops will include examining the William and Mildred Lasdon Memorial Garden, […]


For anyone interested in bird watching, this is a great way to learn some basics. Bring binoculars, your questions, and your love of birds! Led by Chris Mignone of Central […]
Discover the hidden features that make our forests so unique! Open to all ages


This time of year, we can clearly see the beautiful Palisades across the river -- but what are they and how were they formed? Come learn about different types of […]


Make a festive centerpiece for the holidays. Bring your own vase, and we’ll help you make a beautiful winter bouquet using dried plants and natural objects from the field and […]


Join us for our annual Halloween event! Come dressed in costume while you trick-or-treat, go through a haunted sugar shack, make crafts, paint pumpkins, see live animals, play in a […]
Enter one of Muscoot Farm's enclosures where you will see, touch, and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! Available only to those ages 8+ with pre-registration required […]



Little 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 […]



Trees have a special beauty in winter, when their leaves have dropped and you can observe their silhouettes clearly. However, identification can be more challenging. Join this walk to get […]
Join us for beginners’ birdwatching from our indoor observation room and learn to identify some of the common birds in our area. Afterwards, join the staff on a short hike […]


Learn about the farming and making of hot chocolate while sipping on homemade cocoa and taking part, hands-on, in a part of the process. Pre-registration is required. PRE-REGISTER NOW