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Thu
21
Nov
Thursday, November 21, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5.
Registration: Not required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Come see what birds
are about the Preserve since migration has almost ended. Most
birds will be spending the winter in the area so we will find a combination of
wintering and year round bird species. Bring binoculars.
Registration: Not required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 09:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
(631) 423-1770
This 6-mile, moderately paced walk affords walkers the opportunity to relax, socialize, and enjoy the park's beauty. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hallock State Park Preserve
Join
members of the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society and Hallock State Park
Preserve staff to monitor our shoreline and help prevent injury to marine and shore
wildlife by collecting marine debris on our Long Island Sound beach front. We
meet at 10:00 am in the Visitor Center's Community room. Data is shared with the Atlantic Marine
Conservation Society to help assess current threats to marine life. Trash pickers and buckets are provided. Dress
appropriately for the weather. Bring
gloves, water in refillable containers, and your willingness to help. Please
access Event Brite to sign up.
Registration: Required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Enjoy a short nature walk to see some common fall leaves, then create a variety of autumn leaf inspired arts and crafts! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
23
Nov
Saturday, November 23, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Enjoy a short nature walk to see some common fall leaves, then create a variety of autumn leaf inspired arts and crafts! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
24
Nov
Sunday, November 24, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us in a leisurely walk along the northern pond trails, where we may spot waterfowl, songbirds, mammals, and more! Plus, see some of the storm resiliency devices the park has in place. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
24
Nov
Sunday, November 24, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Test your coordination with a ball and cup. How far can you roll a hoop? Take a journey to the past and visit Colonial America! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
30
Nov
Saturday, November 30, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hallock State Park Preserve
What is
marine debris? Why is it harmful to marine life and our coastal birds? Explore this topic in a short presentation,
followed by a walk on our Long Island Sound Beach front to monitor for wildlife
and to collect marine debris. Data is shared with the Atlantic Marine
Conservation Society to help assess current threats to marine life. Trash
pickers and buckets will be provided. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Bring gloves, water in a refillable container, and your willingness to
help. Please access Event Brite to sign up.
Registration: Required
Sat
30
Nov
Saturday, November 30, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
See the Preserve for the Autumn season! Leaves change and the wildlife prepares for the coming winter. Take a guided walk on our trails during this season of change! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Dec
Sunday, December 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Learn the history of the tavern & the high society club which shaped the Preserve into what it is today. Come see Santa on the 22nd! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Dec
Sunday, December 1, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us every first Sunday of the month for a volunteer event. This month we will create goodie bags to hand out to patrons. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
01
Dec
Sunday, December 1, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Winter is a great time to collect pine cones. Create fun pine cone animal crafts to take home! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Wed
04
Dec
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5.
Registration: Not required
Thu
05
Dec
Thursday, December 5, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5.
Registration: Not required
Sat
07
Dec
Saturday, December 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Robert Moses State Park - Long Island
Hike with us on the Bays and Beaches of the southern Long Island shoreline to see the changing populations of seasonal visitors! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
07
Dec
Saturday, December 7, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us inside the Center, where we'll decorate wreaths in preparation for the holiday season! Only one wreath will be supplied per household. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Dec
Sunday, December 8, 2024 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
(631) 423-1770
On this hilly approximately 2 mile walk we will study the park's social, economic, architectural, and political history. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Dec
Sunday, December 8, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us inside the Center, where we'll decorate wreaths in preparation for the holiday season! Only one wreath will be supplied per household. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
08
Dec
Sunday, December 8, 2024 02:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Join us on an evening hike to the park's Northern Trails to experience landmarks and sights not frequently seen. Bring a packed lunch. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Dec
Friday, December 13, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
13
Dec
Friday, December 13, 2024 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Create a Holiday wreath with nature inspired decorations found around the habitats of Long Island. One wreath per ticket. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Dec
Saturday, December 14, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Create a Holiday wreath with nature inspired decorations found around the habitats of Long Island. One wreath per ticket. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
14
Dec
Saturday, December 14, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Create a Holiday wreath with nature inspired decorations found around the habitats of Long Island. One wreath per ticket. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Dec
Sunday, December 15, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
What do snowflakes and people have in common? Every single one is unique! Join us in learning about the uniqueness and beauty of snowflakes, the wonders of Winter, and come make some Winter themed crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Dec
Sunday, December 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Learn the history of the tavern & the high society club which shaped the Preserve into what it is today. Come see Santa on the 22nd! Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
15
Dec
Sunday, December 15, 2024 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Journey through time and observe real fossils and simulate how they form. Explore how fossils are found and compare them to life today. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Tue
17
Dec
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join us one Tuesday a month to sip some coffee and make a craft inspired by nature! This month we will be creating wintery mason jar votives. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Wed
18
Dec
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5.
Registration: Not required
Thu
19
Dec
Thursday, December 19, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 - 5.
Registration: Not required
Sat
21
Dec
Saturday, December 21, 2024 09:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
(631) 423-1770
Relax and socialize on this hilly, moderately paced 6-mile walk, as we make stops to discuss some spots of historic interest. Dress for the possibility of long grass. Please call for Reservations: (631) 423- 1770.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Dec
Saturday, December 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Celebrate the Winter Solstice at Hempstead Lake! Learn what the solstice is and how it has been celebrated in time immemorial during a nature hike around the lake. Please dress warmly and come prepared for a 3 mile hike. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
21
Dec
Saturday, December 21, 2024 09:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Join us after hours and look up at the sky -you may see something out of this world! Bring a lawn chair for viewing after our lecture. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Fri
27
Dec
Friday, December 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Dec
Saturday, December 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Reindeer aren't our only antlered animal friends! Join us for a lesson on antlered animals and make a craft. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Dec
Saturday, December 28, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Enjoy some refreshing autumn air as we embark on some of the hilly, secluded trails of Caleb Smith Preserve. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Dec
Saturday, December 28, 2024 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Nature Museum
Enjoy some refreshing autumn air as we embark on some of the hilly, secluded trails of Caleb Smith Preserve. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat
28
Dec
Saturday, December 28, 2024 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Survey and discover the raptors of the night in a citizen science program to study the owls of Connetquot. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun
29
Dec
Sunday, December 29, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
What can we spot flying in Winter skies? Come find out! We will walk along the lake and learn about some of the bird species that may be spotted across Long Island at this time of year. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Tue
31
Dec
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Spend some time with your little one in the Center's classroom. An educator will be present, but the time and space is yours- play with our toys, put together our puzzles, or read one of our storybooks. The hour is what you make of it! To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Designated as the first "State Park Preserve" in New York, Connetquot River encourages the long-term protection of our ecological, cultural, and historic resources. This hike will be 4-5 miles long. Please wear long pants and sturdy shoes. The hike will be on uneven gravel and unpaved trails. This is a much harder hike then usual. Dress in layers and bring water. Meet-up Location: Connetquot River State Park Preserve Club House Porch, Age Minimum: 8+, Approximate distance of hike: 4-5 miles, No pets. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Robert Moses State Park - Long Island
This hike will be four miles long on the sand. This is a difficult hike. Please dress for the weather and remember that it is always colder at the beach. Meet-up Location: Field 2Age Minimum: 10+, Approximate distance of hike: 4 miles, no pets. Click here to register.
Registration: Required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bethpage State Park
Ramble through FDR State Park with your guide Terence Ducey for a fun and fact-filled First Day Hike. Easy 2-mile hike, no pre-registration, leashed pets only! Dress in warm layers with hats and gloves. Meet up in North end of pool parking lot. Free of charge. Meet-up Location: North End of the pool parking lot, Approximate distance of hike: 2 miles, Leashed pets welcome.
Registration: Not required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve
This 4-5 mile hike will take place on unpaved trails that some may find to be difficult. There will also be a large focus on nature at Caumsett State Historic Park Perserve. Meet-up Location: Flag pole by the main office, Age Minimum: 8+, Approximate distance of hike: 4-5 miles, no pets.
Registration: Not required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Join our educators at Hempstead Lake State Park for a hike around the lake! The hike will leave from the observation tower at promptly 10:00 a.m. Hikers should dress for the weather and wear shoes that are comfortable for a 3-mile hike on bridle paths and sand trails. Visitors are encouraged to bring water and a small snack. Please be advised that there are no benches located on the lake loop. Following your walk around the lake, warm up in the Environmental Education and Resiliency Center, where museum galleries, exhibits, restrooms, and general park information are available. Meet-up Location: Field 1 area, at the Observation Tower next to the lake, Approximate distance of hike: 3 miles, No leashed pets.
Registration: Not required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Jones Beach State Park
Meet us at Field 10 to learn all about the seals that visit Long Island. Walk along the beach and watch out for swimming seals. Educators will be ready with a scope to point out these magnificent marine mammals. Wear layers, gloves, hats, and scarves because wind conditions along the bay can make the walk extra chilly. Bring binoculars if you have them. There are no open bathrooms at this site, but the Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center is a short drive down the road and will have open bathrooms. This walk is on sand and not accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. We will have educators stationed at the accessible docks that are by the water. Meet-up Location: Jones Beach Field 10, Approximate distance of hike: .5 miles, No pets.
Registration: Not required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Take a two-mile hike on paved paths at Sunken Meadow State Park. Remember to dress for the weather; it's always colder by the water. Meet-up Location: Field One at the Nature Center, Approximate distance of hike: 2 miles, No pets. Click here to register
Registration: Required
Wed
01
Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Heckscher State Park
This hike takes place on an easy unpaved trail. Please dress for the weather with long pants and sturdy shoes. Meet-up Location: Field 3, Approximate distance of hike: 2-2.5 miles, no pets. Click here to register.
Registration: Required