Marsh Studies – Children’s program, $4 cash per child upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Join us as we explore the creature that make the marsh their home!Summer is winding down, so let's make the most of the warm weather in the marsh! From snails and crabs, to fish and birds, life in the marsh is still in full swing! Bring your water shoes as we observe some summertime marsh…

Deer Detectives, Children’s Program, $4 per child upon arrival

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, United States

Explore the clues that deer leave behind!Explore the ways of the White-tailed deer. Become a deer detective and search for clues the deer have left behind.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the…

Upcycled Crafting – Mindfulness: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Upcycling can be exciting!Upcycling takes old materials and transforms them into something new and better than what they were before! Upcycle a container or something you were going to recycle and create a nature themed art piece! Bring your own container or other recycled materials! $4 per person upon arrival, No parking fee is in…

Clubhouse Tours: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Step back in time as you tour the Main House of the South Side Sportsmen's Club!A docent will discuss the history of the tavern and the high society Club which shaped Connetquot River State Park Preserve into what it is today. Tours of the historic Nicoll Grist Mill are included and will be offered after…

Passport to Parks: Sunken Meadow: Family Program, $4/person upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the Sunken Meadow Boardwalk in this all-access hike!Discover Long Island's State Parks in our returning monthly hiking series through every park on the Island! Each park will feature challenging and accessible hikes each month! March hikes take place at Sunken Meadow State Park. This is the more accessible hike. You'll be walking on the…

Welcome Spring: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5yrs old), $4 per child upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Explore the natural world with us!Tiny Tot Programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3-5 years old.$4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please make sure every child in your party has a…

Ways of Water-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…

Women in Space: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Celebrate Women's History Month with us!It's Women's History Month! Learn about the women who made our space achievements possible! Then join us for some stargazing, weather permitting! $4.00 per person upon arrival.No parking fee will be in effect. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. Make sure everyone in your party has a…

Scrap the Winter Blues Away, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, United States

Learn how to accent your family photos with beautiful scrapbook pages!Make a nature inspired scrapbook keepsake to highlight your favorite photos! Supplies will be provided. Please bring pictures and any other special items you would like to add to your pages.$4 cash per person upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited.…

Women in Science: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Nissequogue River State Park 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY, United States

Celebrate Women's History Month with us!Learn about the women who made our scientific advancements possible! Family Programs are geared for ages 6 and up!This program will take place indoors in the office building!$4 per person upon arrival, No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are…

Holi Art, Family Program (Ages 12+), $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Holi is the Hindu Festival of Colors/Spring/Love!Holi is the Hindu Festival of Colors, marks the beginning of spring! Inspired by the colorful throwing powder, gulal, we will be creating colorful works of art to take home! All materials will be provided! This program is appropriate for ages 12 and up! $4 per person upon arrival,…

WHM: Art of Mary Blair: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Celebrate Women's History Month with us!Mary Blair was one of Disney's top animators of classic films and lead designer of, "It's a Small World." Create a multi-media collage in her iconic style, all materials will be provided!Adults only program!$4 per adult upon arrival, No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required for all programs.…

Clubhouse Tours: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival.

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Step back in time as you tour the Main House of the South Side Sportsmen's Club!A docent will discuss the history of the tavern and the high society Club which shaped Connetquot River State Park Preserve into what it is today. Tours of the historic Nicoll Grist Mill are included and will be offered after…

Shamrock Bird Walk, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Join us for an extra lucky day of late-winter bird watching!Join us for a late winter bird walk on the luckiest day of the year! A walk through the marsh and along the creek will reveal some of the park's winter feathered friends!$4 cash per person upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space…

Silly Shapes: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5 years old), $4 per child upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Explore the natural world with us!Tiny Tot Programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3-5 years old.$4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please make sure every child in your party has a…

Growing Green!-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…

Tiny Terrariums: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Immerse yourself in the fun and creativity of crafting your own natural habitat in a jar!We will be creating our very own habitat in a jar inspired by local Long Island environments such as woodlands, marshes, shorelines, etc.Learn about mindful gardening and how creating a tiny terrarium can be a positive way for all ages…

Passport to Parks: Sunken Meadow: Family Program, $4/person upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the Sunken Meadow Boardwalk in this challenging beach hike!Discover Long Island's State Parks in our returning monthly hiking series through every park on the Island! Each park will feature challenging and accessible hikes each month! This month's hikes take place at Sunken Meadow State Park. This is the more challenging hike. You'll be hiking…

Nature Quest: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, NY, United States

Join us for a scavenger hunt at the Arboretum!Go on an adventurous nature themed scavenger hunt through the Arboretum. Discover the wild in a new way! Please meet near the Gazebo next to the West Parking Lot. $4 per person upon arrival, No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required for all programs. Space…

Quack Quest: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5 years old), $4 per child upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Explore the natural world with us!Tiny Tot Programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3-5 years old. This week's theme is about Ducks!$4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect on weekdays! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please make…