NYS Parks Long Island Environmental Education

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…

'Read the Signs' wildlife leave behind!Learn how to 'read the signs' animals leave behind on a hike as we search for tracks and traces from the wildlife at the Preserve! Dress for the weather and wear proper footwear! Be prepared to hike 2-3 miles! $4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect.…

Make a beautiful candle using colored wax and ice!We'll use hot wax and cold ice to create a unique candle for you to decorate and take home. Appropriate for ages 7 and up.$4 cash per person upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation,…

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…

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…

Come learn about the diet of one of NY's coolest nocturnal predators!Owls are unique among the bird world! Discover more about this amazing raptor and, using dissection tools, we will explore the diet of this nocturnal hunter.Appropriate for children ages 8 and up.Program is indoors and space is limited.$4 per child upon arrival. Reservations are…

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…

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…

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 Animals and learning ABCs!$ 4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are…

Hike around the Preserve at night with us!Go on an evening hike through the Preserve as the moon rises and lights up the night sky as we look for our nocturnal neighbors. Please dress for the weather and wear proper footwear. Be prepared to hike 2-3 miles. Family programs are geared for ages 6 and…

Join us for a hike along the beach!What do animals do in the winter? Find out with us on a hike along Fire Island Inlet as we walk the beach in search of winter visitors! Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed! We will look for winter birds and seals along the way! Please be prepared to…

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…

Whooo comes out at night?Who comes out at night? Walk with us through the woods of Heckscher State Park in search of our nocturnal neighbors! Owl sightings and sounds are not guaranteed! Dress for the weather and wear proper footwear! We will hike 1-3 miles long! Family Programs are geared for children ages 6 and…

Come see exciting science experiments!Foundations of modern science are known thanks to the contributions of Black Scientists. Come see exciting science experiments relating to their discoveries. Family Programs are geared for children ages 6 and up!Please meet at the Park Office! $4 per person upon arrival. No parking fee in effect. Reservations are required! Please…

Find out what made those footprints in the snow!Children become nature detectives as they unravel clues left behind by park wildlife. Create a book of our local animal tracks!$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…

Come learn about 10 Black environmentalists you should know about!Come celebrate Black 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 Black environmentalist who has made great contributions to the field of science.This self guided hike is FREE and open…

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…

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…

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…

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…