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…
Spring Break ProgramGet ready to explore plants from the roots up! In this hands on program, we will learn about the different parts of a plant, and discover that many of them are foods we eat every day. Participants will identify plant parts by examining and tasting different fruit and vegetables. After learning how each…
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Spring Break ProgramHow do people and animals stay protected from wind, rain, and cold? In this hands on outdoor program, we will work together to learn the basics of shelter building using natural materials. Participants will explore what makes a good shelter, and work together using problem solving skills to build a simple lean-to shelter…
Enjoy a morning with the family at the park!Join park Environmental Educator Joe Zarzhevsky for a cheerful morning of stories, exploration, and creativity as we welcome the changing season! We’ll begin inside the gallery with a Spring themed story time, sharing tales that celebrate growth, new life, and the return of warmer days. Afterwards, we’ll…
Birdwatch with experts from Saw Mill River Audubon Society and contribute to global bird count data!
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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.…
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…
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…
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…
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Birdwatch with experts from Saw Mill River Audubon Society and contribute to global bird count data!
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 and our emotional landscapes. Rooted in observation and personal experience, the exhibition invites viewers to consider the four seasons not merely as predictable cycles of…
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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
