Teatown
Nocturnal Animals at Teatown
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesAs daylight hours dwindle and we move indoors, many animals are just getting busy. Come along to explore the fascinating and surprisingly active hour between day and night. For everyone.
The Art and Craft of Bird Photography
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesJoin Rick Sammon, a tireless, prolific, and inspirational image-maker and Teatown neighbor and friend, as he takes you around the world to share his favorite bird photographs and bird photography tips. Travel from Alaska to Antarctica and see how this pro captures his award-winning images. Visit with Rick before the event at www.ricksammon.com. For adults. […]
After the Turkey Hike
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesIt’s time to hike off those extra pounds gained from the Thanksgiving feast. The Overlook Trail, one of Teatown’s more remote trails, will give us a good workout and some views too! Moderate hike with some steep sections. Wear hiking boots, bring water and a snack. For adults. Programs require pre-registration. Online registration available until 24 […]
Fall Hike with School Superintendent Ray Sanchez
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesOssining Schools Superintendent Raymond Sanchez announced plans for a guided public hike through the Teatown Lake Reservation on October 20th. The walk will start at 1o a.m., and is an all-ages walk open to everyone.
Fairy Homes and Gnome Homes
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesNature’s friends need roofs over their heads! Using natural items found on the forest floor, pinecones, twigs, pebbles, acorns and more, construct a home for your favorite fairy or gnome to live in. For the Family.
Pond Life
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesThere is a lot happening in Teatown Lake as fall approaches. Dragonflies dart and zoom, turtles come up to bask, and fish rise to the bait. The animals that you don’t see are just as interesting, so grab a net and get scooping! For everyone.
Wildflower Island Open Gate Day
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesThe gates of Wildflower Island are open—come stroll the winding paths and enjoy the beauty of Teatown Lake from a different perspective. Ages 10+, no dogs permitted on the island.
The “Wildman” Returns! Foraging For Wild Edibles
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesAmerica’s go-to guy for foraging, naturalist/author “Wildman” Steve Brill, will lead a 2.5 hour foraging tour sharing his skill and passion for wild edibles. Teatown is a rich natural area full of edible and medicinal wild plants and mushrooms. The trails that encircle the lake guarantee an abundance of many common late summer herbs, greens, […]
Blacklighting for Moths
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesSpend an end of summer evening at Cliffdale Farm with Charlie Roberto to explore the world of moths and other night creatures. For everyone. Program takes place at Teatown’s Cliffdale Farm. For more information on how to get there, click here. Programs require pre-registration. Online registration available until 24 hours before the event. If online […]
Raptor Roundup
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesA few new birds have joined Teatown's menagerie – go and meet Rosalie, an Eastern screech-owl, and their most recent addition, a young male turkey vulture named Ralph who may have some tricks to show off. For everyone. Programs require pre-registration. Online registration available until 24 hours before the event. If online registration is not […]
Summer Saturday Adventures: Insect Survey
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesSummertime is a great time for exploration and discovery Teatown-style! Lace up your hiking boots, and join us for habitat hikes, and stream stomps. Each adventure will start with a story and end with an activity, with plenty of time for discovery in between. For the family.
A Little Moth Magic
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesSome of our region’s most spectacular moths can only be spotted with the help of a black light. Join Charlie Roberto at Teatown for some evening magic as he lights up the night and identifies these incredible insects. For everyone.
Wildflower Island Open Gate Day
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesThe gates of Wildflower Island are open—come stroll the winding paths and enjoy the beauty of Teatown Lake from a different perspective. Ages 10+, no dogs permitted on the island.
Wildflower Island Open Gate Day
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesThe gates of Wildflower Island are open—come stroll the winding paths and enjoy the beauty of Teatown Lake from a different perspective. No pre-registration required.
Family Nature Adventures: Mighty Metamorphosis
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesGrab a net and join in as we scoop for tadpoles and dragonfly nymphs in the pond. Then find out what mighty metamorphosis does to these creatures! For Families.
Invasive Forest Pest Workshop (for the public)
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesDo you want to learn how to identify new forest pests invading our region? Do you want to learn long-term mitigation and management strategies for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid or Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)? Do you want to become involved in efforts to monitor pests, block pathways of introduction or locate EAB-resistant ash? If your answer to any of these questions is “yes”, you should come to the Invasive Forest Pest Workshop.
Pollination Station
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesFlowers are pollination stations! Just how does pollen get to where it has to go? What role do animals play in pollination? By dissecting a flower we’ll see what the buzz is about, and learn why protecting our native pollinators is vital.
Hike to Teatown Hill
Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, United StatesTeatown’s new Hilltop Trail climbs the highest point at Teatown for a great view of the Hudson Highlands. We’ll be on the lookout for hawks, and warblers, snakes and butterflies.