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  • Teatown at Twilight

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    As the sun sets over Teatown Lake, join us for a haunted hike. Botanical expert Heather Flournoy will reveal the poisonous powers of plants found in our forests.

  • Teatown’s Enchanted Forest

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Find out what trickster has bewitched the denizens of Teatown’s forest and work together to awaken them from their magical slumber. Together, we will enter the Enchanted Forest for a guided adventure featuring a cast of whimsical characters and familiar forest friends.

  • Takeoff at Teatown

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Learn about the science of flight with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister. Together, we’ll ask how birds and insects fly and find out how natural design influences aviation today.

  • Life of a Log

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Decomposers deserve our respect! Join Elissa Schilmeister for a look at the lions of the leaf litter, as we walk the woods of Teatown and consider the life cycle of a forest.

  • Recurring

    Grateful Gathering

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    As we approach Thanksgiving, join us to give thanks for the natural world and its wonders. What are you thankful for? Join Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb for a reflective walk through Wildflower Woods, followed by a group craft. Your interactive art piece will be displayed in the Nature Center for the Thanksgiving holiday week.

  • Secrets of Scat

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    What secrets does scat hold? Why should seeing it thrill us? Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister to find out! Decipher the messages these traces can tell us.

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    Hike Off the Turkey

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Help yourself to more sweet potatoes – then come hike off that Thanksgiving feast! This moderate hike will get you moving. Wear appropriate hiking footwear and clothing for prolonged outdoor...

  • Busy Beavers

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Mark the passage of November 27th Beaver Moon by learning about North America’s largest rodent. This ecosystem engineer is capable of drastically changing the environment around it. Try building and testing your own dam and take a walk to view their handiwork on Teatown’s preserve.

  • Christmas Bird Count Part 1

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Kick off Count Week for the 124th Annual Christmas Bird Count with Charlie Roberto. Survey at Teatown, then travel to Croton Reservoir for winter waterfowl.

  • Welcoming Winter

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Winter can be harsh and is the least favorite season of many. While some animals hibernate away during the darkest months of the year, many choose to embrace the chill and welcome winter with open arms. How can we welcome in the winter? Take a hike and see the beauty that still exists when the green is gone with Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb. Create a craft using natural materials collected on our hike.

  • Art on the Hearth

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Create art out of natural materials while listening to a fire crackle and pop in Teatown’s Carriage House. Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister will share nature stories throughout this cozy crafting session.

  • Holidaze Mini-Camp

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Where do birds go in the winter? Why do trees lose their leaves? If you have a curious child that asks questions like these, Holidaze Mini-Camp is the place for your budding naturalist!

  • New Year’s Eve Hike

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Tell 2023 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.

  • Eagle Walk

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Join Charlie Roberto at the Croton boat ramp, inside and past the Croton Train Station, to start at 9:00 am. Then caravan into Croton Point Park to park and continue the Eagle Walk.

  • Crafting with Conifers

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Join Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb for an evergreen art session and tree walk. Conifers contribute a lovely splash of color to the winter woods. Look to the trees for materials and inspiration!

  • Teens Take the Night

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    The sun sets early this season, so there’s no need to wait till midnight for a night hike. Join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb for this special teen program in the winter woods.

  • Rockin’ Rocks

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Get geological with us to celebrate Old Rock Day! Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister will lead a rock walk. Seek out specimens and test your identification skills after examining Teatown’s rock collection and reading a storybook.

  • All About Owls

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Learn about these nocturnal wonders with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister as she shares a story about owls during this family-friendly program. Meet a member of this fascinating group of birds, get creative with a craft, and find out how owls own the night.

  • Winter Wonders

    Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

    Create a snow globe made of recycled and natural materials!