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Teatown

Hike Bald Mountain

Ossining, NY EDT
Celebrate the arrival of autumn by getting out in the woods. This moderate hike will span Teatown Lake Reservation and John E. Hand Park, as Elissa Schilmeister leads us up Bald Mountain.  Please dress appropriately for prol… read more

Terrific Trees

Ossining, NY EDT
Test your tree knowledge and learn something new about the role our leafy friends play in the forest ecosystem. Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister will lead us in arboreal appreciation, as we take a short walk in the… read more

Natural and Native Crafts

Croton-on-Hudson, NY EDT
Learn skills essential for historical Lenape children with Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb. Create a corn husk doll, tour our model Lenape dwellings, and enjoy a story-telling session. We will also play traditional… read more

Hooray for Herps!

Ossining, NY EDT
Who are the herps? Herptiles slither, swim, and hop all over Teatown! Meet live reptile and amphibian animal ambassadors and learn about the unique characteristics of this group of living things.

Something Spooky This Way Comes

Ossining, NY EDT
Get in the spirit of spooky season by searching Wildflower Woods for clues about our creepiest creatures. Solve the Halloween mystery to meet Teatown animal ambassadors that skitter and slither. This program includes a short… read more

Fairy Houses and Gnome Homes

Ossining, NY EDT
Flutter into an enchanted world full of wonder and fun. Learn what living things need to survive – even mythical creatures! Hear a story about fairies, then create a fairy or gnome home in the woods from natural materials.

Teatown at Twilight

Ossining, NY EDT
As the sun sets over Teatown Lake, join us for a haunted hike.

Día de los Muertos: Monarchs and Migration

Ossining, NY EDT
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a Teatown twist as we learn about the beautiful butterfly that is central to this holiday. How does your family honor your ancestors? We’ll make our own pollinator puppets, learn about monar… read more

Takeoff at Teatown

Ossining, NY EDT
Learn about the science of flight with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister. Together, we’ll ask how birds and insects fly and find out how natural design influences aviation today. Play our raptor races game to test y… read more

Out and About at Teatown: Autumn Edition

Ossining, NY EDT
We were overjoyed by the turnout for our Pride Hike in June. Join Educator Caroline Erb for our second queer hike! This strenuous hike will take us around our Three Lakes Loop, a distance of 3.8 miles. Wear appropriate hikin… read more
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Past Events

Wildflower Island Curator Chat

Wildflower Island Curator Chat

Ossining, NY
Get ready for spring ephemerals! Join Wildflower Island Curator Mathew McDowell for a talk before our first Open Gate Day of the season. He will highlight what’s in bloom, share botanical information, and touch on the history of this unique plant refuge.
Sun, May 28 2023 10:00 AM Sun, Sep 10 2023 11:00 AM

Discover Teatown / Descubre a Teatown

Discover Teatown / Descubre a Teatown

Ossining, NY
This monthly, bilingual hike series is perfect for anyone who is new to Teatown and/or to the outdoors!   We will explore a new area of Teatown each outing.  Our goal is for you to come away with sufficient knowledge and confidence to visit Teatown on your own. Perfect for families with children 5…
Sat, Jun 17 2023 9:00 AM Sun, Aug 13 2023 11:30 AM

Pop Up Migration Walk

Pop Up Migration Walk

Ossining, NY
Join Charlie Roberto for a special pop-up program on Thursday morning at 7:30 am. Fall migration is upon us. Let’s see what the stormy weather has delivered. Binoculars available upon request.  Please meet in the Nature Center parking lot.   Pay what you wish, starting at $5/person. Your donation…
Thursday, September 14 2023 7:30 AM 9:00 AM

Stewardship Volunteer Day

Stewardship Volunteer Day

Ossining, NY
Join Our Stewardship & Grounds Supervisor, Rebecca Policello and Meadows Technician, Matt Jakaitis for a wetland restoration project on Wednesday, August 23 from 10-11am. The project site, the “Croft Wetland”, is a habitat currently overcrowded by invasive vines and grasses. By participating in thi…
Wednesday, August 23 2023 10:00 AM 11:00 AM

Camp Teatown (for adults!)

Camp Teatown (for adults!)

Ossining, NY
If you’ve ever felt jealous of the campers who spend their summers with us, this is your chance to get a taste of Teatown’s camp experience. Join us for camp favorites, including a craft, a hike, and games. Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protecti…
Sunday, September 10 2023 10:00 AM 2:00 PM

Pond Scooping

Pond Scooping

Ossining, NY
Grab a net and join us for a glimpse into the life of Teatown Lake. There are strange and wonderful creatures to be found! Please dress appropriately for prolonged outdoor activity, and be sure to bring sun protection, bug spray, and water. Be prepared to get muddy!  Limited to five families/time …
Saturday, September 2 2023 11:00 AM 2:00 PM

Common Nighthawk Migration Pop-up

Common Nighthawk Migration Pop-up

Croton-on-Hudson, NY
The conditions are right for a Common Nighthawk migration! Join Charlie Roberto for a pop-up bird walk at Cliffdale Farm. Meet outside the classroom building at Cliffdale at 6:30pm
Thursday, August 31 2023 6:30 PM 8:30 PM

Painting with Plants

Painting with Plants

Ossining, NY
Let’s put the final summer harvest to creative use. Join our Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb in exploring your creativity using paints made from seasonal plants. Learn about plant parts and the purpose of pigment in the natural world while making your own paint. Be sure to wear clothes yo…
Saturday, September 16 2023 10:00 AM 2:00 PM

Wildflower Island Guided Tours

Wildflower Island Guided Tours

Ossining, NY
Visit the Jewel of Teatown: Wildflower Island is a jewel afloat in Teatown Lake. More than 200 native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs come into bloom throughout the season. Join experienced guides for a tour, providing an in-depth look at the unique ecology of this sanctuary.    In the event of hea…
Sat, May 6 2023 10:00 AM Sun, Sep 17 2023 2:00 PM

Fantastic Fall Fungi

Fantastic Fall Fungi

Ossining, NY
Leon Shernoff is back for a fall walk. Leon, a respected mycologist and the editor of Mushroom, The Journal of Wild Mushrooming, will share his expertise on the role fungi play in our ecosystem and the fundamentals of mycology. After a short indoor presentation, he’ll lead a walk to locate and iden…
Saturday, September 9 2023 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
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