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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
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SUMMARY:Weeds of Winter
DESCRIPTION:We will identify weeds and other plants during their winter months\, and learn how they cope with this dormant period.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/weeds-of-winter/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding with the Audubon Society
DESCRIPTION:Join Anne Swaim\, Executive Director of Saw Mill River Audubon on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main Playland parking lot.  Then\, continuing to Edith Read Sanctuary. Please bring binoculars. Registration is required. To register\, please visit: https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/birding-with-the-audubon-society-4/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Project- A Late Look at the Invasives and Their Removal
DESCRIPTION:One of the best times to control vegetation surprisingly is now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy.  \n\n\n\nGreat for service credit hours.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring work gloves. Hand tools and demonstrations are provided.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/volunteer-work-project-a-late-look-at-the-invasives-and-their-removal-3/2026-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260106T181853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T181853Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with the Audubon Society
DESCRIPTION:Join Anne Swaim\, Executive Director of Saw Mill River Audubon on a venture to observe birds that visit the Sanctuary. Meet near Playland Lake in the back of the main Playland parking lot.  Then\, continuing to Edith Read Sanctuary. Please bring binoculars. Registration is required. To register\, please visit: https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/birding-with-the-audubon-society-5/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260106T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T183052Z
UID:10000125-1774087200-1774092600@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl Migrants
DESCRIPTION:Come witness\, through a tripod scope\, the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/winter-waterfowl-migrants/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T143000
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CREATED:20260106T182125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T023939Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Bonanza- Make 'n’ Take Bluebird Nesting Boxes 
DESCRIPTION:In this popular program\, we will learn the needs of these creatures that constantly struggle for nesting habitat.  \n\n\n\nAll materials will be provided to make a box. Participants must register by March 1\, 2025. Registration can be done by the following: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov or by phone at 914-967-8720. \n\n\n\nLimit one bluebird box per household to take home.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/backyard-bird-bonanza-make-n-take-bluebird-nesting-boxes-2/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260106T183238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T212433Z
UID:10000126-1774702800-1774708200@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Bird Bonanza - Observe and build Backyard Bird Feeders
DESCRIPTION:We will identify the birds that visit our feeders as well as create some simple feeders that you can take home to attract birds in your neighborhood. Participants must register by March 22\, 2025. Registration can be done by the following: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov or by phone at 914-967-8720.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/bird-bonanza-observe-and-build-backyard-bird-feeders/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T140000
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CREATED:20260411T143005Z
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SUMMARY:All About Owls
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn all about owls with hands on activities including dissecting owl pellets.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/all-about-owls/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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SUMMARY:Spring Birds on a Collective Feather
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Visitor Center as we discuss the birds found at the sanctuary and view sample specimens. Then we will trek out to observe the birds and learn about their behavior. Please bring binoculars.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/spring-birds-on-a-collective-feather/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T144930Z
UID:10000131-1778331600-1778337000@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Project- Planting around the Sanctuary Entrance 
DESCRIPTION:Help spruce up the entrance kiosk with seasonal plantings to welcome the summer weather. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/volunteer-work-project-planting-around-the-sanctuary-entrance/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260411T144602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T145151Z
UID:10000132-1780146000-1780151400@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Project- Touch-up Painting around the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Come help beautify some of our structures for the season. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/volunteer-work-project-touchup-painting-around-the-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260411T144813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T144814Z
UID:10000133-1781355600-1781361000@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Project- Checking the hiking trails and portals
DESCRIPTION:Help clear the hiking trails and portals of debris to prepare for summer visitors. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/volunteer-work-project-checking-the-hiking-trails-and-portals/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174334
CREATED:20260415T014014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T014016Z
UID:10000134-1792242000-1792256400@friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org
SUMMARY:Spooktacular Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:The Spooktacular Oktoberfest is a festive fall celebration combining the fun of Halloween with the traditions of Oktoberfest. This family friendly event will feature live music\, food vendors\, kids’ games\, trick-or-treating and a haunted house.
URL:https://friendsofreadwildlifesanctuary.org/event/spooktacular-oktoberfest/
CATEGORIES:Visitor Events
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