Nature
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FeederWatch
Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Avenue, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, United StatesJoin Saw Mill River Audubon for a wonderful day of viewing our local birds at the Nature Center feeders. Beginners to experts all welcome. Free to the Public.
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Tree Tapping t26
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesIn this hands-on tour, participants will learn all about the tapping process of maple sugaring while handling the farm’s antique tools. $8 per person; free for ages 2 and under. […]
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New Year’s Hike
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesLet us start the New Year with an outdoor hike! Approximately 1.5 miles, hiking shoes recommended.
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Intro to Winter Tree ID
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesHave you ever looked up at our barren winter canopies and wondered what kind of trees you’re looking at? Join us to learn the basics of winter tree identification, and […]
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Birds, Books, and Baked Goods
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesDo you wonder about winter bird life? So do we! Join us at the wide windows of the panel room in the Lasdon House to observe wild life at the […]
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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 […]
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Naturalist’s Choice Program
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesJoin us for a walk along the trails as we interpret what wondrous things nature is showing us today.
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Backyard Beekeeping 101
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesJoin beekeeper, Sean Bugara, to learn how to get started with your own bees at home! Topics discussed will include basic equipment, starting and maintaining a hive, and responsible beekeeping […]
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Volunteer Work Project- A Late Look at the Invasives and Their Removal
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, United StatesOne of the best times to control vegetation is, surprisingly, now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand […]
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Winter Birds
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Reservation Road, Pound Ridge, NY, United StatesCome learn all about the birds that do not migrate but instead tough out the colder months alongside of us!
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Winter Arts and Crafts
Cranberry Lake Preserve 1609 Old Orchard Street, West Harrison, NY, United StatesJoin 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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Animal Interactions
Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm 51 NY-100, Katonah, NY, United StatesAges 8 and up can enter one of the Farm’s enclosures to see, touch and learn more about an animal of the farmer’s choice! $25 per person (adults required to […]
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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 […]
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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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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 […]
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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 […]
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Winter Hike
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, […]
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Winter Scavenger Hunt!
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesSharpen 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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Hands on Houseplant Help
Lasdon Public Gardens 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY, United StatesBring your houseplant back to life! Lasdon's gardeners will help rejuvenate it. Together we will check the soil, remove dead and damaged leaves, repot it in good potting soil and […]
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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 […]
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Winter Forage Tea Party
Hilltop Hanover Farm 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown Heights, NY, United StatesBrew 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 […]
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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 […]
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Winter Night Walk
Marshlands Conservancy 220 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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All programs are subject to change without notice.