Nature Reset Walk
Come unwind in the woods for some stress relief, wellness and the beauty that Ward Pound Ridge has to offer.
Family Friendly
Programs or events that the whole family can enjoy.
Farm-to-Fable
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 is required online where you can pay what you want!
register & donateSoft Landings: Playtime for Littles at Lasdon
Let’s gather together to enjoy early growth in the gardens, record our stories in a journal, and learn about tools. We will experiment with seeds and roots, build with sticks, stems, rocks and blocks, and exercise our imagination. We always end with gratitude for forest friends and a cup of warm tea. Dress for the weather and bring a snack. Ages 18 mo. – 4 years
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Natural Dyes Workshop
Learn the basics of creating natural dyes and help process wool to make a variety of beautiful colors! Pre-registration required;
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Go Green Day!
Celebrate 2026 Earthday! Turn off your electronics and spend the day outside giving back to Mother Earth! Help us plant native species and learn about the many ways you can nurture our shared environment.
Merestead Wetland Walk
Put on your rubber boots or hiking shoes and join for a walk along stream and wetland edge to see Merestead’s amphibians, birds, wildflowers and mosses.
“What’s Blooming Now?”
Join us for our “What’s Blooming Now”? series! This month we will focus on Spring Ephemerals. Common beauty’s we are likely to see would be Dutchman’s breeches, Trout lily, Bloodroot and more.
Native Tree and Shrub Give Away
Support wildlife with native plants. Lasdon will be giving away a variety of native bareroot trees and shrubs for you to plant at home. Sign-up to guarantee yours. Plants can be picked up at the Welcome Center.
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Project Feeder Watch!
Join Hudson River Audubon to observe and learn about our local birds! Beginners to experts- all welcome!
“Insect Investigators”
Today you will be an entomologist! Using sweep nets, hand lenses and bug viewers you will learn how to identify different insects, learn their body parts and some interesting facts about each of them.