Birding with the Audubon Society

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Special guest Anne Swaim of the Saw Mill River Audubon will take us on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake.

Winter Duck Migration Observation

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come witness, through a tripod scope, the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Meet at Visitor Center.

Remember Fall Shelter Building

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

It’s here again, a popular program that brings people together by working together to create a structure in less than 2 hours! The kids will love it.

A Late Look at the Invasives and Tree Pruning!

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

One of the best times to control vegetation is, surprisingly, now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools and demonstrations are provided. […]

Submit Photography and Artwork for Read Photography Exhibit

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

People can submit photographs and other artwork of Wildlife and Natural Landscapes.

Photographs and artwork must be framed and wired for hanging. One photograph/art piece per person please! Show begins Dec 14.

Photography and Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come and view peoples’ talents and love for wildlife and nature through photography and artwork. Refreshments will be provided. Exhibit will be on display through Saturday, January 25th, 2025.

Birding with the Audubon Society

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Special guest Anne Swaim of the Saw Mill River Audubon will take us on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake.

Winter Tree ID – Buds n’ Bark

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come join the Nature Center Staff in a simple lesson to help identify trees in the wintertime by their buds and bark. An interactive program that will look at a […]

The Winter Ant

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Identify the winter ant and discuss what strategies enable them to be active in the winter months. Also learn how inactive ants deal with the cold winter months. Meet at […]

Animals in Hibernation

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Ever wonder where all those animals go during Winter? Many animals hibernate, but hibernation can take many different forms. Join us for this program to learn more about different types […]

Waterfowl Migrants and Shorebird Sightings

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

This may be the right time to observe both types of birds in action, from the brackish waters of the lake to the salty shoreline adjacent to the Long Island […]

Waterfowl Migrants and Shorebird Sightings

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

This may be the right time to observe both types of birds in action, from the brackish waters of the lake to the salty shoreline adjacent to the Long Island […]