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Sundays in the Park: Raptor Roundup

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Bring a blanket or a chair, and join us on the lawn for programs featuring Teatown’s Animal Ambassadors. For families.

Webinar: Coexisting with Coyote and Fox

Webinar NY, United States

Coyote or fox? In urban and suburban landscapes these predators are learning to live alongside each other despite their competing interests.  Learn how we can coexist with these clever animals and find out what makes them such integral parts of a healthy ecosystem. For adults.

Sundays in the Park: Hudson Valley Wildlife

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the lawn for a program featuring Teatown's animal ambassadors.

For Families.

Sundays in the Park: Birds of Prey

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the lawn for a program featuring Teatown's animal ambassadors.

For families.

Webinar: Wildlife Rehabilitation (What the Public Needs to Know)

Webinar NY, United States

Have you ever found a baby bird out of its nest and wanted to know how to help? Or pulled over to help an injured turtle but weren’t sure what to do next? Find out when to help, who to call, and what it takes to keep our wild neighbors safe throughout the year.

For Adults.

Webinar: (Un)Paving the Way for Pollinators

Webinar NY, United States

Birds, bats, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, wasps, small mammals, and bees, oh my! Pollinators are responsible for helping over 80% of the world's flowering plants reproduce, but their populations are declining. The good news? We can help them in our own back (and front) yards. Join us to learn how.

Sundays in the Park: Hudson Valley Wildlife

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the lawn for a program featuring Teatown's animal ambassadors.

For families.

Recurring

Incredible Insects Series (Ages 4-7 with Caregiver)

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Delve into the fascinating world of insects in this fun-filled class with insect explorations, hikes, games and art. We'll explore what makes an insect and how these clever creatures adapt to their numerous habitats!

September 16, 23, 30 (3:00pm – 4:30pm)

For ages 4-7 with caregiver.

Sundays in the Park: Magnificent Mammals

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the lawn for a program featuring Teatown's animal ambassadors.

For families.

Webinar: Amphibians of Westchester

Webinar NY, United States

Do you know the difference between a newt and a salamander? Join us as we uncover the amazing world of amphibian species, the ecosystems they inhabit, and what each of us can do to keep them safe.

Recurring

Ickies and Stickies (Ages 7-9)

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Love slimy slugs, spectacular spiders and slithering snakes? Join us as we get into the Halloween spirit and explore the animals considered the ickies and stickies of nature. Through hikes and animal meets, we’ll discover how every animal has a vital role to play. Be prepared to get dirty…and slimy.

Ages 7-9

October 5, 12, 19

Webinar: Coexisting with Bats

Webinar NY, United States

Leave your fear at the (virtual) door because we’re about to dive into the wild world of Earth’s only flighted mammal. Capable of eating over 1,000 mosquitos an hour and responsible for pollinating our favorite foods like avocados and mangoes, bats are a critical, but threatened, part of our ecosystems worldwide. Join us to find out what makes them so fascinating and how we can protect our nocturnal friends.

Recurring

Curious Ravens (Ages 8-12)

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Come discover what the forests, fields and wetlands can teach us. Track the wildlife of Teatown, know what's happening around us through bird language, and discover native plants that wildlife rely on. Hands-on investigations, activities, and games in a small group setting led by Teatown’s experienced environmental educators.

November 4, 11, 18

Ages 8-12

Webinar: Invasive Species and Globalization

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What makes an animal invasive? How do they effect our ecosystems? What do we do when they're here to stay? Join us as we explore the weird world of animal aliens.

For adults.

Talking Turkey

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Come learn about turkeys! Turkeys are quite the bird and we will talk about their life history and habitat. We will wrap up our program by talking about some other birds and meet one of Teatown’s bird ambassadors.

Backyard Wildlife: Bat Conservation

Webinar NY, United States

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.

Backyard Wildlife: Vernal Pools

Webinar NY, United States

Vernal pools are important wetland habitats that are easily overlooked in your own backyard. Join us as we investigate their function and the animals that utilize these temporary bodies of water.

Sundays on the Lawn: Birds of Prey

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Teatown's popular Animal Ambassador programs return for the spring! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy learning about reptiles, raptors, and more with environmental educator, Elissa Schilmeister.

Hooray for Herps!

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

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.

All About Owls

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Learn about these nocturnal wonders with Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister as she shares a story about owls during this family-friendly program. Meet a member of this fascinating group of birds, get creative with a craft, and find out how owls own the night.