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Snake Feeding Demonstration (morning)

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What’s for lunch? Join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb to find out what’s on the menu for this live snake feeding demonstration with Teatown ambassador animals. We’ll explore the amazing anatomy that makes mealtime possible for all snakes, from tiny Northern Ringneck snakes to giant Green Anacondas. Limited to six families per time slot No more...

Snake Feeding Demonstration (afternoon)

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What’s for lunch? Join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb to find out what’s on the menu for this live snake feeding demonstration with Teatown ambassador animals. We’ll explore the amazing anatomy that makes mealtime possible for all snakes, from tiny Northern Ringneck snakes to giant Green Anacondas. Limited to six families per time slot No more...

Fairy Houses and Gnome Homes

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Flutter into an enchanted world full of wonder and fun. Learn what living things need to survive – even mythical creatures! Hear a story about fairies, then create a fairy or gnome home in the woods from natural materials.  M $10/family; NM $15/family  Limited to six families  No more than five family members per family ...

Warming Up in Winter

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Do you feel a chill in the air? Gather close to learn how animals keep warm on the coldest days of the year. Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister will dive into the differences between endothermic and ectothermic creatures as she introduces Teatown animal ambassadors with different strategies for surviving the season.  Members: $10/family; Non-Members $15/family  ...

The Science of Snow

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

How do snowflakes sparkle, and blubber bundle up our furry friends? Explore the science behind winter phenomena with Environmental Educator Caroline Erb and take a walk in the winter woods to see these mysteries in action. This program includes a short hike, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Members: $10; Non-Members: $15 One ticket...

Solstice Storytime

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Celebrate the solstice with a wintry tale while the fire burns with Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb. Conclude with a craft for our furry and feathered friends, who are busy preparing for the coldest part of the year. Materials for this program may include nuts or birdseed that was prepared in a facility that may...

Gifts for Wildlife

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What’s on a chipmunk’s Christmas list? What does a Corn Snake want for Channukah? Craft edible winter offerings for wildlife with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister to share the magic of the season. Materials for this program may include nuts or birdseed that was prepared in a facility that may not have been nut-free. Members: $10;...

End of Year Hike

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Tell 2024 to take a hike as we close out the year with a final guided hike with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister. This meditative walk in the winter woods provides a wonderful opportunity to reflect and set your sights on the year to come. Wear appropriate hiking footwear and clothing for prolonged outdoor activity and...

Bird is the Word

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What do you know about our fine feathered friends? Celebrate National Bird Day by learning about the amazing adaptations that make these animals unique. We will meet a Teatown avian Ambassador Animal, hear a story, and get hands-on as we explore the biodiversity of birds. Members: $10 per family Non-Members $15 per family Limited to...

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Fantastic Feathers

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Cardinal red; Dove grey; Bluebird blue: The feathers of familiar local birds create a kaleidoscope of colors. Join Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb to find inspiration in the plumage of our feathered friends, as well as meet avian Animal Ambassadors. This program also involves a short walk, so come to craft, but please dress for...

Snow Stories

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Snow is an essential part of a New York winter, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. Each snowflake has a story to tell. Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister to find out the features of these flakes, hear a snowy story, and learn to read ice like a book.  Members: $10 per family...

Lunar New Year: The Year of the Wood Snake

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Teatown! In honor of the Year of the Wood Snake, meet a scaly Animal Ambassador and create a slithery snake-inspired craft. Members: $10 per family Non-Members: $15 per family Limited to 6 families No more than 5 family members per family

Teatown Hudson River EagleFest® 2025

Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Our biggest event of the year, honoring the return of Bald Eagles to the Hudson Valley, is on February 1, 2025!

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Pancake Brunch 2025

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

By far our tastiest annual tradition! Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes and maple syrup, hot coffee, sausages, and more. Then visit Warren’s Sugar House for a demonstration of how our “liquid gold” is produced. Cap off the day with crafts celebrating the magnificent Sugar Maple tree. Adults: Members: $20; Non-members: $25 Children...

Spring Ephemeral Hike

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

As spring warms up, wonderful wildflowers are starting to emerge. Hike to Hidden Valley and explore these short-lived species of the forest floor. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, clothing for changeable spring weather, and bring water and a snack. Members: $5; Non-Members: $10 Limited to 15 participants, ages 8 and up Register

Invasion of the Ecosystem Snatchers

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

How do non-native species impact our local ecosystems? Get to know local invasive plants and animals with Elissa Schilmeister during this program that will feature live animals and a short walk. We’ll learn how these alien invaders arrived in New York and find out what Teatown – and you – can do about it. This...

Spring Bounty: Baby Animals

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

The forests, fields, and streams are teeming with new life in the spring. What goes on inside a Robin’s egg? Where do baby butterflies come from? Learn about animal lifecycles, hear a story, and make art inspired by the newest members of the families that make the habitats of Teatown their home. Members $10/family; Non-Members...

After Sunset with Salamanders

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

As spring warms up, our amphibious friends are emerging. Take a night hike to Hidden Valley and explore the secrets within a vernal pool. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, clothing for changeable spring weather, and bring water and a snack. Members: $5; Non-Members: $10 Limited to 15 participants, ages 8 and up Register

Dark Sky Secrets

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Don’t be afraid of the dark! Inky black nights are key to many species’ survival. Celebrate International Dark Sky Week at Teatown as we explore Dark Sky initiatives, meet an animal that benefits from a new focus on the dangers of light pollution, and craft puppets of our favorite nocturnal creatures. Members $10/family; Non-Members $15/family...

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Discover Teatown / Descubre a Teatown

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

This monthly, bilingual hike series is perfect for anyone who is new to Teatown and/or to the outdoors!   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.   Perfect for families with children 5 and older ...