Teatown has a funny way of luring people back. As an educational organization, we pride ourselves on inspiring children, teens, and young adults to be the environmental stewards of the future.
Science & Stewardship
Our science and stewardship mission is to conserve our region’s biodiversity, while creating an environment for exceptional educational opportunities.
Biodiversity is the variety of life on earth, including plants, animals and microorganisms.
To keep our ecosystems healthy, we must commit to supporting the plants, animals, and other organisms that call them home.
Our preserve’s greatest threats
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Overpopulated deer
threaten the future of our forests
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Invasive Species
displace native populations of plants and animals
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Chemical runoff
alters wetland ecosystems and quickens lake fill-in
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Climate change
shifts natural cycles on both global and local scales
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Habitat protection & restoration
Learn more about what we do to improve the quality of our habitats to support biodiversity.
Wildlife management
Discover how our research is used to maintain wildlife and protect the future of our forests.
Regional Collaboration
We understand that partnership is key to a sustainable future. Learn more about our partnerships with local organizations.
Blog
Bats of Westchester
Have you looked into the twilight sky and seen the quick, agile silhouettes of bats in flight? For some it can be frightening to see bats nearby, but take heart that these amazing little hunters use their keen eyesight and powerful echolocation to find prey and stay away from humans! While there are 1,400 species of bats in the world, only 9 call New York home. Do you know your bat neighbors?