Walk the woods, read The Raven, and discuss ravens, crows, and vultures as symbols in literature and more. Together we will debunk some common misconceptions about these and other Halloween-related animals. Bring your references and questions for a walk and talk. Afterwards, meet Teatown’s crows and vultures up-close.
For Adults and Teens.
At this most colorful season Hidden Valley is ablaze with color. Join Teatown educator Elissa Schilmeister and discover nature’s treasures along the path.
For Adults.
Lace up your boots and join Maggie Pichura, Teatown educator and NYS Guide, in our women’s hiking club! All welcome, whether novice or experienced. Expand your horizons, learn more about nature and bond with fellow female hikers. Each week we will hike a different Teatown trail and make plans for new territory to explore.
Lace-up your boots and join one of our Teatown educators in our women’s hiking club! All welcome, whether novice or experienced. Expand your horizons, learn more about nature, and bond with fellow female hikers. Each week we will hike a different Teatown trail and make plans for new territory to explore.
A look into the bat species that call Westchester home, their roles in our local ecosystems, and how to live alongside these fabulous creatures. Program includes information on the unique challenges North American bats are facing, and how to select and install bat boxes. Presented by Wendy Bosco of Miami University.
Lace-up your boots and join one of our Teatown educators in our women’s hiking club! All welcome, whether novice or experienced. Expand your horizons, learn more about nature, and bond with fellow female hikers. Each week we will hike a different Teatown trail and make plans for new territory to explore.
Join Charlie Roberto on this early morning walk to catch the waves of migrating spring birds as they drop down into the greenery of Central Park to recharge on their way north. This is an in-person program at Central Park in NYC.
Teatown is proud to co-sponsor the Hudson Valley Writers Center's upcoming virtual program, "An Evening with January Gill O’Neil, Tina Kelley, and Pattiann Rogers" on May 12. This program features a collection of amazing poets, sharing their work and experiences.
The two-acre Wildflower Island, a refuge within the greater Teatown preserve, is home to roughly 280 species of wildflowers, trees, shrubs, ferns, grasses, sedges, and rushes. Join us on weekends May – June, as we explore this hidden jewel at our preserve in tours led by experienced guides.
Lace-up your boots and join Director of Education Phyllis Bock in our women’s hiking club! All welcome, whether novice or experienced. Expand your horizons, learn more about nature, and bond with fellow female hikers. Each week we will hike a different Teatown trail and make plans for new territory to explore.
An annual rite of summer, the North American Butterfly Count is a way for all butterfly enthusiasts to participate in a citizen scientist monitoring effort. Join Charlie Roberto to locate and count butterflies on the preserve.
Join us as we explore and discover the diversity of native bees that often go unnoticed and under-appreciated. New York is home to nearly 400 species of native pollen bees that have developed unique techniques and relationships with native flowers that make them efficient and indispensable pollinators.
The two-acre Wildflower Island, a refuge within the greater Teatown preserve, is home to roughly 280 species of wildflowers, trees, shrubs, ferns, grasses, sedges, and rushes. Join us as we explore this hidden jewel at our preserve in tours led by experienced guides. Reservations required. For adults.
Learn about the community of organisms that grow on trees in our area, from lichens to liverworts to tardigrades.
Spring has sprung! The days are getting longer and the weather is warming up. April showers bring May flowers, so be prepared for a springtime drizzle! We’ll keep our eyes out for early blooms each week. Lace up your boots and bond with fellow female hikers, as we cruise the trails. Each hike’s location will...
We all know that birds and insects are in trouble. How can we help? In this program, hear about the role that suburban gardeners can play in restoring healthy diversity to our ecosystem. You will learn about some of the native plants that are most valuable to wildlife - and hardy and beautiful in the garden as well.
Spring has sprung! The days are getting longer and the weather is warming up. April showers bring May flowers, so be prepared for a springtime drizzle! We’ll keep our eyes out for early blooms each week. Lace up your boots and bond with fellow female hikers, as we cruise the trails.
Join Charlie Roberto on this early morning walk to catch the waves of migrating spring birds as they drop down into the greenery of Central Park to recharge on their way north.
Saturday, April 30 @ 10am & Sunday, May 1 @ 1pm
Visit the Jewel of Teatown: Wildflower Island is a jewel afloat in Teatown Lake. Over 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.
Members: $8 | Non-members: $12
Limited to 6 adults/ tour
Join Charlie Roberto for this special pop-up program on Tuesday morning at 7:30 am. We’ll search for a multitude of migratory species, including warblers, thrushes, and more. Keep your eyes on the treetops! Please meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Pay what you wish, starting at $5/person. Your donation supports Teatown and is greatly...
