Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Yoga in the Gallery

Join Park Educator Joe to learn about bird nests, go on a hike to find some, and build your very own to take home. (Intended for ages 5+)Join Park Environmental Educator Joe Zarzhevsky for an avian adventure! After an introduction in the Art Gallery, we'll head out on a guided, short hike to discover the…

Experience postural therapy in this virtual class with Joey Zimet.Start your day with movement!Get energized in this virtual session with postural therapist, Joey Zimet, and learn exercises to improve posture and function.The class will incorporate unique standing, sitting, and floor exercises that are gentle and easily adapted to fit your needs.These methods are well-studied and…

Join Shayla and Hailey in the Preserve after dark for a full moon hike!Experience the Preserve after dark! Join Shayla, Hailey, and Dave for a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight.We walk at a brisk pace and there will be hills; some hiking experience is recommended. Leashed dogs are welcome.Meet in the Visitor…

Yoga in the Gallery

Seeing Stars: AstrophotographyExplore the cosmos through astrophotography with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club.Vinny will showcase his work and describe the tools and techniques he uses to collect stunning photographs of galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, eclipses, and more. There will be plenty of time for questions, so come prepared!The presentation will take place in…

Enjoy a 5-6-mile Hike with Mike through the preserve!Join Volunteer Mike on an invigorating 5-mile hike to start off your weekend. See forests, lakes, rivers, and meadows as you discover the lesser-traveled areas of the Preserve and deepen your connection with nature. Hike starts promptly at 9:00 AM from the Visitor Center Courtyard.The hike will…

Fly Tying Workshop SeriesCatch a fish with a fly you’ve tied yourself! Prepare for the warmer months and stay involved in the sport, even when the weather forces us indoors.Immerse yourself in the practice and history of fly tying under the guidance of instructor, Len Savanella, and become a better angler. By the end of…

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Enjoy an educational walk through the winter woods with Park Educator Joe ZBefore we say goodbye to the winter forest, Join Park Educator Joe Z in exploring what the plants and animals do in the Rockefeller woods at this time of year.During this mostly outdoor program, we'll investigate animal tracks and signs, examine winter tree…

Enjoy an afternoon of maple syrup history and get to meet some Maples at the PreserveJoin us for a sweet hands-on program all about maple sugaring! Learn how maple trees turn sunlight into sugar, how that sugar becomes sap, and how people transform sap into the syrup we love. We’ll explore why maple sugaring has…

Please join us for the next Art Gallery Reception on March 15th!Seasonal Shifts brings together nine artists whose works explore the evolving annual rhythms that shape both our natural surroundings…

Birdwatch with experts from Saw Mill River Audubon Society and contribute to global bird count data!

Yoga in the Gallery

Forest Bathing: Equinox CelebrationEnjoy a mindful stroll in the woods and connect with nature through sensory exploration inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, “forest bathing” and finish with herbal tea as you take a moment to reflect.Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will be an opportunity to…

Walk the grounds of William Rockefeller's historic Rockwood Hall foundation with David Teich.Join our Historian David Teich on an adventure into the past as we explore Rockwood Hall and its rich history through stories of the land and the people who called it home.Former estate of William Rockefeller, this site boasts scenic views overlooking the…

Reading, Q&A, and Signing with Author Rekha GibbonsJoin us in welcoming Rekha Gibbons for a special reading, Q&A,and signing for her new book, Marathon Mindset: Antidote to Burnout by Translating Elite Endurance into Corporate Resilience. The book explores a groundbreaking new framework that uses the neurobiological strategies used by marathon runners to solve the crisis…

Enjoy a night out in the woods with a Park Educator!As daylight fades, a whole new world comes alive. Join us for an evening exploration of nocturnal wildlife and discover the animals that are most active after dark. We'll begin with a brief indoor presentation in the art gallery, where participants will learn about the…

Herbalism Workshop: WinterJoin Herbalist, Clare Pierson, for an exploration of the medicinal properties of herbs. This class will cover herbs that we already have in our kitchens that can be used to support us as we move through this time of year.We’ll learn basic medicine making techniques and make salve for everyone to take home.…

Join us for a virtual discussion on Seasonal Shifts with the artists themselves!JOIN US as nine artists explore the changing rhythms of nature through the beauty of seasonal shifts.Featured Artists: Courtney Alan Rossy, Chad Chume, Richard Coico, Tim Eaton, Ilse Gordon, Carol Herd Rodriguez, Dara Kane, Dan Lukens, and Nanxi YangFREE EVENT - ALL WELCOMEZOOM…