Join us for the Westchester-Putnam Chapter meeting of the North American Butterfly Association on Thursday, October 16 at 7:00pm in the Carriage House. Identifying the Butterflies of Eastern New York, Part I: True Butterflies Presenter: Rick Cech — author & photographer About the program:A clear, image-rich review of the key identification features that separate our...
Teatown's Annual Gala This year's theme is Inspiring Environmental Leadership Honoring William and Dana Pitts Susan Todd and Andrew Young of Archipelago Films/Arise Media Information & Tickets
Happy birthday to noted taxonomist George Albert Boulenger! This Belgian-British zoologist described and gave scientific names to more than 2,000 species of living things. Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister for fun with scientific sorting as we learn how the tree of life is organized.
As the sun sets over the fields of Cliffdale Farm, join us for a haunted Halloween event. Bare the bones of our owls’ most recent meals with guided owl pellet dissections and artmaking. Meet one of Teatown’s nocturnal ambassador animals. Special guests to be announced. Ticket price includes refreshments, Halloween treats, and beer and wine....
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.
It’s Spooky Season and we’re putting the spotlight on the creepy and the crawly! Meet the slimiest, slitheriest animal ambassadors in Teatown’s collection with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister and learn to love them.
Not all that glitters is gold: without her magic ring, the Faerie Queen can’t hold her Halloween Ball! Together, we will enter the Enchanted Forest for a guided adventure in search of lost treasure featuring a cast of whimsical characters and familiar forest friends. Costumes are optional, but encouraged! Keep it spooky, but keep it...
Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister for some leaf-peeping on a moderately challenging fall hike on this fall foliage hike. Wear appropriate hiking footwear and clothing for prolonged outdoor activity, and bring water and a snack. M $5; NM $10 Limited to 15 participants, ages 8+ Register
Improving water quality through pollution-reducing septic system upgrades: A presentation hosted by Teatown and the Environmental Leaders Learning Alliance (ELLA)
Join Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb to make miniature landscapes with found natural materials. What will your tiny terrarium show? This program will include a collecting short walk, so dress for the weather. M $10; NM $15 (includes materials fee) One ticket per attendee required. Open to ages 6 and up. Ticket price includes materials...
Ven y aprende sobre la naturaleza que vive en Teatown, guiada completamente en español. Cada salida tendrá un tema diferente, tales como Los Anfíbios y Reptiles, Insectos, Identificación de Árboles, Los Colores del Otoño, ¡y más! PLEASE NOTE: These hikes will be guided completely in Spanish. Perfect for families with children 5 and older Please pay an amount...
"What we do when the plants and most animals are sleeping sets the stage for the life you’ll see next spring. Join PLAN it WILD’s ecological experts to learn how to care for your yard in the off-season: when to mow your meadow, why dead stalks matter, how leaving the leaves supports pollinators, and why...
This monthly 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 Please...
As the season turns, fall foliage puts on a spectacular show. Learn the science behind this colorful display, as well as take a short hike to collect natural materials for an autumnal art project. Please dress appropriately for the weather, as this program involves some time outside. M $10/family; NM $15/family Limited to six families ...
Make the most of our waning daylight hours by getting a jump on the sun. Start with gentle stretching to meet the morning, then hit the trail with Caroline Erb for an early sunrise hike. Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, water, and a snack. M $5;...
Butterfly Association Meeting: Butterflies of Florida 🦋 Thursday, November 20 • 7–8:30pm • Carriage House Join the Westchester–Putnam Chapter of the North American Butterfly Association for an evening celebrating the colorful world of butterflies! All are welcome—from curious beginners to seasoned butterfliers. Guest speaker Charlie Roberto will present a retro slide program highlighting the dazzling...
What do you know about our greatest gobbler? Join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb to find out more about the incredible Wild Turkey. We’ll learn how this bird became the centerpiece of our national holiday, as well as their ecology, and make our own turkey craft. M $10/family; NM $15/family Limited to six families/time slot No...
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 ...
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 activity and bring water and a snack. M $5; NM $10 Limited to 15 participants, ages 8+ Register
Lace up your hiking boots and bond with fellow female hikers as we cruise the trails. 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 FREE; NM $10 Limited to 15 participants...
