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Get to “Gnow” Your Gnawers

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

How well do you know the Eastern Grey Squirrel and its relatives? Get familiar with the whole family this National Squirrel Appreciation Day!

Start Sustainably

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

If you made a New Year’s resolution of going green for 2024, you’re in luck: we’re starting the year with a sustainability mindset here at Teatown. Join Environmental Educator Elissa Schilmeister for an afternoon of hands-on science activities to help us understand how to meet our challenging goals.

Teatown Hudson River EagleFest

Croton Point Park 1 Croton Point Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Our biggest event of the year honoring the return of eagles to the Hudson Valley is on February 3, 2024!

Valentines for Wildlife

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Has a Tiger Salamander stolen your heart? Does a Barred Owl make your heart beat faster? Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making valentines for our Animal Ambassadors. Environmental Art Educator Caroline Erb will introduce some of Teatown’s favorite heartthrobs and lead card making. Your art will be displayed on our animal enclosures following the program.

Amazing Amphibians

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

How do frogs hop and salamanders slither? Get to know Teatown’s amphibian Animal Ambassadors with Elissa Schilmeister during this program that will feature live animals and a game.

Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

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Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

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Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

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Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

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Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

Recurring

Sugaring Days

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

Pancake Brunch

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

By far our tastiest annual tradition! Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes and maple syrup, hot coffee, sausages, and more. Then visit Warren’s Sugar House for a demonstration of how our “liquid gold” is produced. Cap off the day with crafts celebrating the magnificent Sugar Maple tree.

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The Rise of the Worm Moon

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

As the first full moon of spring rises, join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb for stories and crafts centered around the Worm Moon and its namesake invertebrate who emerges with the spring thaw. What will the Worm Moon illuminate for you?

Hidden Lives of Amphibians

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

As spring warms up, our amphibious friends are emerging. Hike to Hidden Valley and explore the secrets within a vernal pool. Wear appropriate hiking footwear, clothing for changeable spring weather, and bring water and a snack.

Meet the Mimics

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What masters of disguise are hiding in your own backyard? Join Environmental Educator Caroline Erb to meet Teatown animal ambassadors who are amazing mimics and top-notch camouflagers.

Fine Feathered Friends

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Spring has sprung and birds are on the wing, migrating to their breeding grounds. Meet Teatown’s favorite avian animal ambassadors, see specimens, and learn about their amazing adaptations.

PlantFest

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Free Admission
Come for inspiration, advice, and lots of beautiful new additions to make your spring gardens sing!

Saving Species: Endangered Animals

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

What does it mean for a species to be endangered and how can we help them? Find out how scientists and policymakers have brought wildlife back from the brink and learn what challenges still lie ahead.  Meet New York’s Tiger Salamander and Diamondback Terrapin, and learn how Teatown and other agencies have worked for their survival. 

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Painting With Plants: Cliffdale Edition

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

Meet us in the meadow for a new take on an old favorite. Join our Early Childhood Art Educator Caroline Erb in exploring your creativity using paints made from seasonal plants.

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Pond Scooping

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, 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!