Spring has sprung and birds are on the wing, migrating to their breeding grounds. Meet Teatown’s favorite avian animal ambassadors, see specimens, and learn about their amazing adaptations.
Join Charlie Roberto at Cliffdale Farm as he lights up the night to attract moths and other flying insects.
What does it mean for a species to be endangered and how can we help them? Find out how scientists and policymakers have brought wildlife back from the brink and learn what challenges still lie ahead. Meet New York’s Tiger Salamander and Diamondback Terrapin, and learn how Teatown and other agencies have worked for their survival.
Spend the unofficial start to summer with us as we take to the trails. Join Elissa Schilmeister, Environmental Educator, for a moderate hike which will span Teatown Lake Reservation and John E. Hand Park. What better way to kick off the sunniest season than sticking to our well-shaded woods?
Meet us in the meadow for a new take on an old favorite. Join our Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb in exploring your creativity using paints made from seasonal plants.
We’re celebrating Pride Month again at Teatown! Choose your own adventure: join Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb for a moderately challenging color hike, where we’ll search for every color of the pride flag. Director of Education Emily Edmonds-Langham will lead a bird walk on less strenuous terrain.
Grab a net and join us for a glimpse into the life of Teatown Lake. There are strange and wonderful creatures to be found!
Join Illustrator Niki Barolini and Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb for a stream sketch and study session inspired by Niki’s book, Brooke Meets a Stream Doctor. Look at stream health through both an artistic and scientific lens as Niki leads a watercolor session and Caroline hikes us out to Bailey Brook for data collection and testing. Admission includes materials fee and a copy of Brooke Meets a Stream Doctor.
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 ...
Grab a net and join us for a glimpse into the life of Teatown Lake. There are strange and wonderful creatures to be found! Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, bug spray, and water. Be prepared to get muddy! M $10/family; NM $15/family Limited to six families...
Lace up your hiking boots and bond with fellow female hikers as we cruise the trails this fall. Each hike’s location will be dependent on weather and trail conditions. Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, bug spray, water, and a snack. M $5; NM $10 Limited to...
Celebrate International Vulture Day at Teatown as we salute the scavengers of the skies! These majestic birds serve as nature’s clean-up crew. Meet our animal ambassador, Ralph the Turkey Vulture, make a vulture craft, and learn to love these mistakenly maligned birds. Members $10; Non-Members $15 (includes materials fee) One ticket per attendee required. Open...
Visit the Jewel of Teatown: Wildflower Island is a jewel afloat in Teatown Lake. More than 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. In the event of heavy rain, the tours will be...
Meet the Monarchs: This incredible insect migrates between the United States and Mexico annually. Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister in collecting and submitting data to Journey North’s Monarch Migration and Milkweed Phenology Project. Please dress appropriately for outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, bug spray, and water. Members: $10/family; Non-Members: $15/family ...
Visit the Jewel of Teatown: Wildflower Island is a jewel afloat in Teatown Lake. More than 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. In the event of heavy rain, the tours will be...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Teatown! This monthly, bilingual hike series is perfect for anyone who is new to Teatown and/or to the outdoors. September’s hike will feature Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister, who will share her knowledge of nature along the way. Community Outreach Coordinator Alma Padilla will teach us the names of local species...
As the moon waxes and wanes, join us to mark its monthly passage for this full moon hike series with Environmental Educator Caroline Erb. Wear appropriate hiking footwear and bug spray, and bring water, a flashlight, and a snack. M $5; NM $10 Limited to 15 participants teatown.ticketleap.com/full-moon-hike-sept-17/
Lace up your hiking boots and bond with fellow female hikers as we cruise the trails this fall. Each hike’s location will be dependent on weather and trail conditions. Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, bug spray, water, and a snack. Members: free; Non-Members: $10 Limited to...
Leon Shernoff is back for a fall walk. Leon, a respected mycologist and the editor of Mushroom, The Journal of Wild Mushrooming, will share his expertise on the role fungi play in our ecosystem and the fundamentals of mycology. After a short indoor presentation, he’ll lead a walk to locate and identify wild mushrooms. Register
Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister for your first taste of fall! As trees shed their leaves, celebrate the autumnal equinox with a tree tale, craft, and a walk in the woods. This program will involve a short hike, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Members: $10; Non-Members $15 (includes materials fee) One ticket per...
