How do animals survive the snowiest season? Why does a turtle take a nap and a songbird take flight to points south? Explore the amazing adaptations and survival strategies that make these animals unique. We will meet Teatown Ambassador Animals to find out how they prepare for the coldest days of the year. M $10/family;...
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. We’ll read a popular book about poop, do a scat-themed craft, and get outside to seek tracks and traces of winter wildlife. This program also involves a short...
Join Educator Caroline Erb for an evergreen art session and tree walk on our new Phenology Trail. Conifers contribute a lovely splash of color to the winter woods. Look to the trees for materials and inspiration! This program also involves a short walk, so come to craft, but please dress for the weather. M $5;...
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 on this World Snow Day to find out the features of these flakes, hear a snowy story, and learn to read ice like a book.
M $10/family; NM $15/family
Limited to six families
No more than five family members/family
As the days begin to lengthen again, join us to soak up the extra sun for this hike series with Environmental Educator Caroline Erb. Hike around Teatown Lake and watch the sun go down from Bergmann Boardwalk. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, dress for the weather, and bring water and a snack. M $5; NM $10 ...
Join Don Riepe for an illustrated talk exploring the rich history and evolving future of Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge—one of New York City’s most important and dynamic habitats. Learn how this remarkable urban refuge became a premier destination for wildlife, the challenges it faces today, and the conservation efforts helping to protect its diverse ecosystems....
Join Craig Repasz of Lights Out Connecticut to explore the awe-inspiring phenomenon of bird migration and uncover the mysteries behind their epic voyages. From colorful warblers to hummingbirds and thrushes, discover the incredible diversity of species that grace our skies during this magical season. From this talk, you will gain insights into the behaviors, routes, and challenges...
How do snakes stand out? These incredible reptiles slither and even swim all over Teatown! Celebrate National Serpent Day at Teatown: meet live animal ambassadors, learn about this often maligned but truly incredible group of creatures, and make snake art.
Night hike with your best gal pals! Celebrate friendship – travelling through the winter dark is easier with your friends by your side. Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity in the cold, and be sure to bring a headlamp or flashlight, and water and a snack.
The program includes thrilling live bird shows spotlighting birds of prey, bird walks where you can view eagles through spotting scopes, heated tents filled with educational displays and exhibits, crafts and games for children, food trucks, and more!
EAGLEFEST HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED Teatown’s 22nd Annual Hudson River EagleFest® will be on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Join us for an all-day celebration at Croton Point Park! The program includes thrilling live bird shows spotlighting birds of prey, bird walks where you can view eagles through spotting scopes, heated tents filled with educational displays and...
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 on this World Snow Day to find out the features of these flakes, hear a snowy story, and learn to read ice like a...
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.
Have you been looking for a friend to play Wingspan with? Find your flock as Teatown hosts its first nature nerd game night! Join us for an evening of environmental tabletop games, including our spin on the classic Monopoly.
Happy Birthday to consummate environmental educator, snake whisperer, and crocodile hunter, Steve Irwin. Celebrate Steve’s favorite group of living things with us at Teatown as we take a deep dive on reptiles. Meet Teatown’s reptilian Animal Ambassadors and hear a story about these scaly creatures.
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.
Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year. This year, we will learn Lenape legends about the origins of this storied tradition.
How has climate change impacted the sugarbush? Learn about the science behind sugaring season, dive into data from dendrometers documenting changes in sugar maples’ sap flow, and brush up on tree identification. This program will include a short walk, so come to learn, but please dress for the weather. M $5; NM $10 Limited to...
Learn how to join the team of volunteer monitors in this info session offered by Teatown’s Elissa Schilmeister and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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.
