Woodchuck Survival Skills

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come join the Naturalist to learn about the survival tactics and adaptations of this true hibernator. This will include observing their points of residency.

Volunteer: Preparing an Area to Help Native Plants

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will be removing invasive vegetation from a moist area near the Visitor Center, so native vegetation has a chance to thrive. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be […]

It’s Bamboo Time Again!

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will learn techniques of how to ID Golden Bamboo, how to remove bamboo and create tangible items from this grass. Please bring gloves. All tools will be provided.

Squirrels Foraging

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Squirrels exhibit fascinating forging habits that vary significantly throughout the seasons. Talk about various resources that they will find from buds, nuts, seeds and insects.

Survival Strategies of the Mink

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

The Naturalist with educate and entice you to learn more about these elusive carnivores.

Way of the Warblers

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come and view an earlier stopover of these fluttery feathered flatterers. Please bring binoculars and dress for the weather.

The Clay Making Bonanza

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will learn about how natural clay forms in our Sanctuary. We will also collect clay and create…..Fun for the whole family.

Fox Habitats, Habits and Hurrahs

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will observe where and how to find them, and the techniques they use for survival.

Volunteer: Painting of Certain Outdoor Surfaces

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Come help beautify some of our structures for the summer. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours.

Coyote Creature Feature

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

The Naturalist will help you learn about their identification, where to find them and how they hunt for food.

Migrant Leftovers

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will observe all types of birds, from late arrivals to summer campers to year–round residents. Please bring binoculars and dress for the weather.