Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

This is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning. Children ages 3-5.

Snakes are fascinating creatures - if you can get past the fact that they are not fuzzy and cute (and they have no legs)! Discover the many species we have on Long Island. Recommended for children 7 & up.

We will meet you on the south side of the preserve for this delightful walk along the Nissequogue River to discover and identify Caleb's native wildflowers.

This "Catch & Release Tournament" is sponsored by the "Friends of Caleb Smith State Park". Equipment is limited so if you have equipment, please bring it. You must call and make a reservation before the program. Bait will be supplied.

9:00 – 11:00 am (ages 5 – 8)
1:00 – 3:00 pm (ages 9 -12)

Enjoy this unique workshop designing your own walking stick. Sticks, some carving tools, wood burners, suede and decorative material will be provided. If you have your own tools and gloves, please bring them. You are welcome to bring any decorations, doorknobs for the top, artwork to copy, beads, trinkets etc!

This is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning. Children ages 3-5.

Conduct several different experiments using ordinary household items! You never know what we might create, split in half, sink and even blow up! Crazy things will be happening in the laboratory! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

This is a special time for both parent and child to discover the wonders of their natural world together. Each program's theme will use nature explorations and hands-on activities as a springboard for learning. Children ages 3-5.

Delve into the dark mysterious world of these fascinating creatures with an indoor presentation, followed by a trek through the woods to observe bats feeding in their natural habitat.