New Year Hike
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NYRing in the new year with a hike, where we’ll celebrate new beginnings in the winter woods. Be prepared for a moderately difficult hike around Teatown Lake and up Teatown Hill.
Ring in the new year with a hike, where we’ll celebrate new beginnings in the winter woods. Be prepared for a moderately difficult hike around Teatown Lake and up Teatown Hill.
Can you tell a beech from a birch in the dead of winter? Join Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb to sharpen your eye and put your new winter tree ID skills to the test.
In honor of National Plant Swap Day, Teatown is hosting a plant swap! Bring seeds or cuttings to share, hear about some of Teatown's native plant propagation efforts, and create your own seed envelopes.
Happy Birthday, Charles Darwin! Celebrate the father of biodiversity with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister. Learn why biodiversity is so important and meet the diverse members of Teatown’s live collection.
Follow your nose to Warren’s Sugar House and experience the sights and smells of sap bubbling into golden syrup! Along the way, learn how to identify and tap a maple tree.
By far our tastiest annual tradition! Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes and maple syrup, hot coffee, sausages, and more.
As spring warms up, our amphibious friends are emerging. Hike to Hidden Valley and explore the secrets within a vernal pool.
Join us in the gallery to celebrate the new art on display! Two Artists, One Vision: A Watercolor Celebration of Nature features watercolor paintings by local artists Amy Galinko and Lori McQueeney. Their work showcases local landscapes and the animals you might encounter while enjoying nature. View more of Amy's work here. View more of Lori's...
Join Charlie Roberto for a special pop-up program on Wednesday morning at 8:00 am. Warm weather is here and so are early spring migrants. Let’s see what the winds from the south have blown in.
Celebrate National Volunteer Week at Teatown by giving back to the land. Participate in a service project that serves our mission of stewardship and care for the environment. Free to participate!
Search for signs of spring on this gentle walk in Wildflower Woods with Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb. Learn to identify what’s in bloom and do some simple scientific illustration.
Kick off Earth Week by getting eco-friendly. Join Teens in Teatown educators-in-training for hands-on activities and crafts centered around sustainability. We will also read a story celebrating Earth Day and advocacy.
Visit the Jewel of Teatown: Wildflower Island is a jewel afloat in Teatown Lake. Over 200 native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs come into bloom throughout the season. Join experienced guides for a tour, providing an in-depth look at the unique ecology of this sanctuary.
Take to the trails for a working walk with Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb. Learn what it takes to keep trails in tip-top condition and contribute to their maintenance. Dress comfortably for active work, and bring water, sun protection, and a snack. Tools and safety gear provided.
We all know that many animals depend on plants for food. But how do plants depend on animals? Meet the pollinators of Cliffdale Farm! The popular view of insects as troublemakers is broadening to an understanding of the vital role they play in nature and agriculture. In the meadows and gardens of our Cliffdale Farm, we will observe first-hand the activities of pollinators, play interactive games, and think about interdependence in ecosystems.
Join Wildflower Island Curator Mathew McDowell for a tour of Wildflower Woods for an overview of some of Teatown’s least-wanted plants. We’ll discuss common Westchester invasive plants: their environmental impacts, identification, and how to tackle them effectively. Following the walk will be an invasive plant clean-up of Wildflower Woods to put your knowledge into practice.
We will explore a new area of Teatown each outing. Our goal is for you to come away with sufficient knowledge and confidence to visit Teatown on your own. Free to attend!
Let’s look for lepidoptera! An annual rite of summer, the North American Butterfly Count is a way for all butterfly enthusiasts to partake in a citizen scientist monitoring effort.
Tune your ear to nature with a short guided meditation, followed by a harp performance by Parker Ramsay.
Join Wildflower Island Curator Mathew McDowell for a series of seasonal talks. He will spotlight currently blooming species, share botanical and ecological information of interest, and discuss the history of Wildflower Island. Take your new knowledge for a spin during Open Gate Day, while the Island is free to access. Register