Winter Duck Migration Observation
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Come witness, through a tripod scope, the behavior and movements of these waterfowl visitors. Please bring binoculars.
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Otters: Playful Predators of Waterways
Visitor EventsFound in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas around the world, they play a key role as top predators, helping maintain healthy fish and invertebrate populations. We will learn how these mammals use tools, display strong social bonds, and serve as important indicators of ecosystem health.
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Volunteer Work Project- A Late Look at the Invasives and Their Removal
Volunteer EventsOne of the best times to control vegetation is, surprisingly, now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools and demonstrations are provided.
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Volunteer Work Project- A Late Look at the Invasives and Their Removal
Volunteer EventsOne of the best times to control vegetation is, surprisingly, now. Many plant species are in a period of dormancy. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools and demonstrations are provided.
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Birding with the Audubon Society
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 go to https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org
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In Search of Clay: Harvest, Make N’ Take
We will harvest natural clay from habitats within the Sanctuary. You will be allowed to create items of your choice (pots, animals, etc.), and take them home with you.
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Red-tailed Hawk: Master of the Skies
The Red-tailed Hawk is one of North America’s most common and impressive birds of prey. These adaptable hunters thrive in forests, fields, and even cities. These raptors play a vital role in ecosystems by maintaining ecological balance as apex predators. We will attempt to observe them in the Sanctuary. Please bring binoculars.
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Fall Fest 2025
Visitor EventsFeaturing: Two by Two Animal Haven ~ The Nature Company ~ Birds of Prey ~ Live Music ~ Food Trucks ~ Pumpkin Patch ~ Edible Bug Bar ~ Face Painting ~ Story Telling ~ Scavenger Hunt ~ DIY Crafts ~ Yoga ~ And More!
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Planting at the Edith Read Shoreline
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Friends’ 35th Birthday Celebration
Visitor EventsCelebrate 35 years of The Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary, a mostly volunteer organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a musical performance by Scott Wenzel’s Big Band. Champagne and cake will be served.
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Friends of Edith Read Annual Meeting
Visitor EventsJoin us for a light lunch during our annual year-in-review session. Discussions will include updates on preservation efforts, sanctuary programs, and membership and financial status. Stay after to celebrate Friends' 35th birthday with music, cake and bubbly!
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Fall Bird Migration – Exploration and Observation
Visitor EventsObserve our feathered friends as they prepare to head south. Please bring binoculars.