Thursdays, through November 15
3rd Annual Fall Lecture Series: Climate Change
Read Sanctuary
7:30 p.m.- 9 p.m.
After a great run last year of spectacular lecturers, we are continuing this program of providing a wealth of information for those in the field or just with a general interest. For 6 weeks we will bring in guest speakers to discuss the notion of climate change and its effect on global and local habitats and ecosystems. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary.
Saturday, Nov. 3
Blacksmithing Workshop
Muscoot Farm
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Five participants maximum. Pre-registration required; fee $80.
Fall Wonders Toddler Walk
Lenoir Preserve
11 a.m.
History Tour of the Point
Croton Point Nature Center
1 p.m.
Croton Point Park is one of the richest areas in living history. We will tour the area by van to discover these areas of interest.
It’s for the Birds: Creating Backyard Feeders
Read Sanctuary
1 p.m.
In a program designed for children, we will make a few different simple feeders made from everyday material. These will be for use at the sanctuary as well as to take home. Create a feeder that can be used all winter long.
Tools, Toys and Food of the Eastern Woodland Indians
1 p.m.
This is Trailside’s premier program offered to thousands of school children over the years. Don’t miss it!
Clearing Stone Walls
Marshlands Conservancy
1 p.m.
Join the volunteer work crew as we start the season of clearing. Enjoy good exercise and see the results of your labor immediately.
Family Skate Night
Playland Ice Casino
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
$30 for 2 to 4 skaters includes skate rental and a large pizza.
Sunday, Nov. 4
Hike to Leatherman’s Cave
Trailside Nature Museum
1 p.m.
Come hear the lore of the famous Leatherman. Join us on this 2.5-mile hike with renowned storyteller Jonathan Kruk. Meet at the Michigan Road parking area.
Railroad Day
Muscoot Farm
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
The Old Putnam Railroad is part of our local history. Meet Joe Schiavone, author of “The Old Put” and enjoy a slide presentation and memorabilia from days of old.
Winter Weed Hike
Muscoot Farm
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Learn to identify plants by the remnants left behind. Meet at the Reception Center.
African Violets: Propagation and Care
Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veterans Memorial
2 p.m.
Pre-registration required; fee $10 per person.
Island Hopping
Marshlands Conservancy
2 p.m.
Now that the ospreys have left for the season, we can go to the middle island without disturbing them. Explore this island’s habitat which has some plants and animals that are different from those on the mainland.
Monday, Nov. 5
“The President’s Own” Marine Band Concert
Westchester County Center
7:30 p.m.
This program is free but tickets need to picked up at the Westchester County Center box office. A maximum of four tickets are available per group. Tickets will be available beginning Monday, October 8, 2007. Tickets will not be available the night of the concert.
Saturday, Nov. 10
Vine Pullers Unite!
Lenoir Preserve
10 a.m.
Volunteer day for removing invasive vines from our beloved trees.
Clean-up Day
Cranberry Lake Preserve
10 a.m.
Volunteer a few hours of your time to give a helping hand. Refreshments will be provided. Please bring your own work gloves; other equipment will be provided.
Intro to Wintering Ducks
Read Sanctuary
10 a.m.
Each year thousands of ducks spend their winter in the balmy climates of Rye, New York. We will discuss methods of identification and take a walk to see these winter residents. Binoculars provided.
Raven Rocks Hike
Trailside Nature Museum
1 p.m.
For more than 100 years ravens have been gone from Westchester County. Recently, they have been seen and heard here in the reservation. Join us for a hike to their old nesting area high up on rocky cliffs.
Clearing the Jay Family Garden
Marshlands Conservancy
1 p.m.
Volunteer work project. Bring work gloves.
Starway to Heaven
Trailside Nature Museum
7 p.m.
Join the Westchester Amateur Astronomers in the Meadow parking lot for star gazing through telescopes. Weather permitting; cloud date November 17.
Family Skate Night
Playland Ice Casino
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
$30 for 2 to 4 skaters includes skate rental and a large pizza.
Sunday, Nov. 11
MALFA Open House
Croton Point Nature Center
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
An afternoon of adventures with your local archaeological organization.
Seeds of the Meadow
Marshlands Conservancy
2 p.m.
The wildflowers of summer have produced seeds which play an important role in the food chain. We will examine a dozen different seeds to see how they are adapted for their mission.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Holiday Wreath Class
Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veterans Memorial
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Make your own holiday wreath with our experts from the Friends of Lasdon. Pre-registration required; $25 material fee. Call (914) 864-7268 for more information.
Tracks & Signs
Lenoir Preserve
11 a.m.
Learn how to identify animals by their tracks, droppings and other signs. We will look for signs and make a field guide of tracks and signs. For children ages 6 – 10. 10 participants maximum. Rain or shine. Pre-registration required; call Walter Chadwick (914) 237-5791.
Pruning the Point
Croton Point Nature Center
1 p.m.
The time is now to trim those tree branches while they are slowly drifting into dormancy. Work gloves and tools provided.
Live Birds of Prey
Cranberry Lake Preserve
1 p.m.
Join James Eyring, master falconer, as he introduces you to the natural history of falconry, native raptors, habits and adaptation of hawks, owls and falcons.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Read Sanctuary
1 p.m.
Can you find/identify a wild turkey’s feather? Meet at the sanctuary headquarters building (rain or shine) to get your nature scavenger hunt list. Individual participants of all ages, parent-child teams, or groups of friends are all welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary.
History of the Reservation Hike
Trailside Nature Museum
1 p.m.
Many layers of history exist here in the reservation. Naturalist Ralph Szur will take us on a history hike sharing his years of study and fascination with the early Colonial farming period, the Civilian Conservation Corps efforts and many other interesting bits of local lore.
Vine Cutting along the Western Border
Marshlands Conservancy
1 p.m.
Bring work gloves for a volunteer work project.
Family Skate Night
Playland Ice Casino
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
$30 for 2 to 4 skaters includes skate rental and a large pizza.
Sunday, Nov. 18
Turkey Fun
Muscoot Farm
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Learn about the farm’s turkeys and have fun making Thanksgiving crafts.
Caring for Holiday Plants
Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veterans Memorial
2 p.m.
Pre-registration required; fee $10 per person.
Walk through the Habitats of the Conservancy
Marshlands Conservancy
2 p.m.
Get to know the trails at Marshlands as we walk through the woods, fields, salt marsh and shore.
Friday, Nov. 23
Afternoon Farm Chores
Muscoot Farm
2 p.m.
Come and feed Muscoot’s animals. Pre-registration required; fee $5 per person. Call to register.
Saturday, Nov. 24
All About Owls
Cranberry Lake Preserve
1 p.m.
Learn all about owls and then dissect an owl pellet to see what it’s been eating.
Rocks and Minerals for Kids
Trailside Nature Museum
1 p.m.
Learn the difference between a rock and a mineral, look at samples and find out how the earth makes them. Find out where they show up in our everyday life. This program will help you look at rocks with a new appreciation.
Owl Moon
Marshlands Conservancy
4 p.m.
Join a quiet walk through the woods to listen for the courtship calls of the Great Horned Owls by the light of a full moon.
Family Skate Night
Playland Ice Casino
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
$30 for 2 to 4 skaters includes skate rental and a large pizza.
Sunday, Nov. 25
High Tide Walk
Marshlands Conservancy
10 a.m.
Watch the way the high tide distributes the food produced in the salt marsh to all the waters of the coast. This will be one of the highest tides of the year. Wear boots.
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, Nov. 26, 27 & 28
59th Annual Westchester County Cheerleading Invitational
Westchester County Center
Monday Modified / Junior Varsity – 3 p.m. – 5 pm.; Varsity – 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday Junior Varsity 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Varsity - 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Wednesday Varsity – 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Ticket information forthcoming.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 30, Dec. 1 & 2
Holiday Plant Show
Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veteran Memorial
A presentation of over 50 varieties of pointsettia and other colorful holiday plants in the Main House. Decorated for the season, your experience will include the show plus live festive music, botanical art works and an opportunity to purchase new and unusual holiday plants.
