The Weeds of Winter
Visitor Events
We will identify weeds and other plants during their winter months and learn how they cope with this dormant period. Meet at Visitor Center.
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Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY
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Winter Tracking and Tracing
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsLearn how to seek and find animal tracks and the stories they tell. Plaster prints make and take included. Meet at Visitor Center.
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Animal Tracks at Read
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsCome take a guided journey to identify different animal tracks throughout the sanctuary learning about markings and species in the area. Meet at the Visitor Center.
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Waterfowl Migrants and Shorebird Sightings
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsThis 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 Sound. Please bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the Visitor Center. Program will be outdoors.
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Waterfowl Migrants and Shorebird Sightings
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsThis 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 Sound. Please bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at Visitor Center.
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Beach Cleanup – MLK Day of Service
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVolunteer EventsThis volunteer event will be on MLK Day of Service. This beach cleanup is hosted by the Long Island Sound Study and New York Sea Grant. Click here to register. If weather warrants a reschedule, you will be notified of the change. All ages welcome. BRING GLOVES AND DRESS WARM! Meet at the Visitor Center. https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9GrMwsWYMDAg7mC
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Animals in Hibernation
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsEver 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 of hibernation for all sorts of animals found right here in the sanctuary. This program is great for anyone curious to learn more about the […]
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The Winter Ant
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsIdentify 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 Visitor Center.
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Winter Tree ID – Buds n’ Bark
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsCome 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 variety of tree species. Meet at the Visitor Center. Program will be outdoors.
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Birding with the Audubon Society
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsSpecial 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.
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Photography and Art Exhibit
Members and friends have shared with us their love for wildlife and nature by submitting photography and artwork. Come and view these special portraits in our Visitor Center. On display through January 25th, 2025.
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Photography and Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary 1 Playland Parkway, Rye, NYVisitor EventsCome 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.