All programs are subject to change without notice.
People can submit photographs and other artwork of Wildlife and Natural Landscapes. Photographs and artwork must be framed and wired for hanging. One photograph/art piece per person please!
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 […]
Come and view peoples’ talents and love for wildlife and nature through photography and artwork. Refreshments will be provided. Event sponsored by the Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary and the […]
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.
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Enjoy beautiful Lenoir Preserve through a self-guided nature scavenger hunt provided by parks staff. Bundle up, then check in at the Nature Center anytime between 10 AM and 3 PM […]
Learn about the history and celebration of Yule and the importance that the Winter Solstice and agriculture plays in this inclusive celebration. Enjoy traditions new & old as you enjoy […]