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 Center.
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 February 25, 2024. Registration can be done by the following: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov or by phone at 914-967-8720. Limit one Bluebird box per household to take home. […]
Volunteer Opportunity! Help remove invasive plants. For those who have visited Read Sanctuary before, the awareness of the presence of invasive plants is known. Learn removal techniques and identification of these problematic plants. Great for Service Credit Hours. All tools and hand gloves will be provided. Meet at Visitor Center.
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 February 9th. Registration can be done by the following: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov or by phone at 914-967-8720.
We will identify weeds and other plants during their winter months and learn how they cope with this dormant period. Meet at Visitor Center.
Learn how to seek and find animal tracks and the stories they tell. Plaster prints make and take included. Meet at Visitor Center.
Come 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.
This 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.
This 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.
This 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
Ever 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 […]
Identify 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.
