Green in Winter

Observe different species of evergreen vegetation, from trees to shrubs and others. This will include sample collecting. Meet at Visitor Center.

Backyard Bird Bonanza! Make n’ Take Bluebird Nesting Boxes

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

This popular program! We will learn the needs of these creatures that constantly struggle for nesting habitat. All materials will be provided to make a box. Participants must register by […]

“Living Reef”- Natural and Living History Travel Log

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will look at the parts that make up the sum of this exciting project. This includes a living shipwreck visit, geology exploration and a chronology demonstration. Meet at Visitor […]

Backyard Feeders

We will look at the parts that make up the sum of this exciting project. This includes a living shipwreck visit, geology exploration and a chronology demonstration. Meet at Visitor […]

VOLUNTEER: Invasive Vine Removal

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Volunteer Opportunity. Come help clear trees and shrubs of these problematic climbers. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. All other tools will be provided. Meet at Visitor […]

Early Spring Scavenger Hunt

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

We will search for natural signs and items that have been placed in “treasure boxes”. This is a fun way for kids to find clues and ideas that will help […]

Squirrels & Winter

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Discuss how squirrels survive during the winter. Review their forging habits and what they do right as winter ends. We will then observe them in their wild habitat. Meet at […]

Early Bird Migrants

We will seek out some of the earlier warbler migrants, as well as staying in tune with the backyard and aquatic birds. Please bring binoculars. Meet at Visitor Center.

VOLUNTEER: Spreading Wood Chips

Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY

Volunteer Opportunity! Come and help beautify some of our spaces along trails and trees. Great for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves, if you have them. All other tools […]