Connetquot River State Park Preserve

Take a guided hike around sunset!Take a guided hike around sunset through the Preserve to see what kind of wildlife are out and about. Be prepared to hike 2-3miles. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear.Adult Program only! We will be driving up to the hatchery parking lot to start our hike!$ 4.00 per…

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with us!Frida Kahlo painted sugar skulls as reflections between life and death. Create your own sugar skull masks to spark your own creativity!$4 per adult 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…

A continental breakfast with a short presentation about our seasonal native birds!Enjoy a continental breakfast (courtesy of the Great South Bay Audubon Society) and a presentation introducing local and migratory birds seen in our area. Afterwards, take a walk through the preserve led by experienced birders from the Audubon Society. Binoculars and identification books will…

Enter the mysterious world of these often misunderstood animals!Enter the mysterious world of these fascinating and misunderstood animals! Join us for a short presentation then take a walk in the Preserve to observe bats during their evening insect hunt.Family Programs are geared towards children 6 and up!$ 4.00 per person upon arrival. No parking fee…

Join us after hours and look up the sky!The Perseids meteor shower is a spectacular celestial event that occurs every year around mid-August. This year, the peak of this meteor shower is expected to occur around August 12th-13th. Join us after hours and look up at the sky, you may see something out of this…

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 spring!$4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect at this time! Space is limited! Reservations are required!…

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…

Join us for a treasure hunt!Every March, tiny leprechauns come out and hide their gold all over the forest for park patrons to find. Let’s explore the Preserve and see what they left behind! Appropriate for ages 6+.$4 per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable…

Learn about the women who made our space achievements possible.Our presence in space would not be possible without the work of Women in Astronomy and Aeronautics. Learn about the women who have made our achievements possible, and what the future holds. Join us for some astronomy activities and learn about stargazing as we enjoy the…

Create your own work of art!Learn about the life of the influential modernist painter Georgia O'Keeffe. Then learn to paint your own work of art in her style!Adult Program only! All materials are provided!$4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee in effect. Reservations are required. Please make sure all adults in your party have…

Learn what a Solar Eclipse is!Learn about what a Solar Eclipse is, how best to view NY's upcoming Eclipse safely, and make your own viewfinder to view a total solar eclipse.Family Programs are geared for ages 6 and up. $4 per person upon arrival, No parking fee in effect! Space is limited! Reservations are required!…

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 the sun & the solar eclipse!$ 4 per child upon arrival. No parking fee is in effect! Space is limited!…

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…