V-Day: 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 tiny tots program is all about Valentines Day!$ 4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please…

Ice Candle Evening: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

An evening of candlemaking awaits!Looking for a fun winter craft? Join us! We'll use hot wax and cold ice to create a unique candle for you to decorate and take home. $4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required! Space is limited for this indoor program! If you can…

Phases 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…

Black History Month: Art of Alma Thomas: Adult Program, $4 per adult

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

Paint with us in Alma Thomas's style!Recognized as a major artist of the 20th century, Alma Thomas used color and shapes in abstract ways! Paint with us in her style!All materials are provided! Adult Program only!$4 per adult upon arrival, No parking fee is in effect! Reservations are required. Please make sure all adults in…

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…

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…

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…

Fossil Finds – Children’s program , $4 cash per child upon arrival

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

Explore the world of fossils!Journey through time as we explore what kinds of plants and animals lived on Earth in the past.Program is indoors and space is limited.$4 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…

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…

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 Southside 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 your…

Counting 123: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival

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

Explore the natural world around 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 tiny tots program is all about counting!$ 4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please…

Weather Wizards: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

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

Learn all about weather!Ever wonder how a cloud forms or why a tornado starts? We'll uncover weather secrets with hands-on demonstrations and activites. $4 per person upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect. Reservations are required! Space is limited! If you can no longer attend the program, please cancel your reservation so others may…

Hike to the Hatchery: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

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

Explore the Trout Hatchery with us!Enjoy a leisurely hike to the fish hatchery where we will explore what we see in nature along the way. Once at the hatchery, we will take a tour to learn about the trout being raised there and the history of the hatchery operations at Connetquot River State Park Preserve.…

Black History Month Art Program, Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

Learn about the life and art of African American painter Horace Pippin.See how African American painter Horace Pippin’s artwork reflected upon America’s history of slavery, segregation, and war before learning how to paint in his unique style. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your preferred art supplies if you wish.$4 cash per…

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

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

Explore the ways of the white-tailed deer!Where have all the deer gone? Expand your deer knowledge explore the ways of the white-tailed deer. We will become deer detectives and search for the clues that the deer have left behind.$4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee in effect! Registration is required. Please make sure all…

Winter Bird Walk, Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

Robert Moses State Park Field 2 600 Robert Moses State Parkway, Babylon, NY, United States

Winter Birding on the Beach!Winter may stop us from going to the beach to sunbathe and swim, but there are plenty of other visitors that seek out our beaches for their winter stay! Winter is one of the best times of year to go birding! Dress for the weather and we will be walking on…

Hibernation-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’s History Month Self-Guided Hike, Family Program FREE

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

Come learn about 10 women in science you should know about!Come celebrate Women’s History Month at Sunken Meadow State Park! Ten stations along this self-guided hike along the creekside trail will each feature the achievements of a woman who has made great contributions to the field of science. This self-guided hike is FREE and open…

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…