We’re pretty sure you know how to build S’mores, but do you know how to build a fire? Come learn safe fire building techniques and practices. Gather around the fire afterwards for S’mores! Registration is required. Space is limited – Please call (914) 835-4466.
The goats are back! Come watch them doing what goats do best. . . EAT! Find out why they are in our meadow. Presented by Jenn Balch of Fat & Sassy Goats. Goats sponsored by Friends of Marshlands.
You know the woodland fairies are out there, but where do they live? What do they do all day? Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk knows, and he has tales and legends to tell! Join us for this enchanted walk along the forested trails. Maybe you’ll see fairy houses hidden amongst the trees! Parking is limited so...
The Board of the Friends of Marshlands will hold their Annual Membership meeting today at the nature center building. Open to all current members and anyone interested in becoming a member. Free live animal program follows the meeting at 1:00 p.m.
Sketching in nature is a great practice for building nature observation skills and can be a wonderful mindfulness practice. In this relaxed and guided program we will capture a quick representation of natural objects, landscape features, and more. Bring a sketchbook and pencil, or borrow one of ours. No previous art training is necessary.
Did you know that mushrooms play an important role in the ecosystem? Join us as we learn about mushroom ecology and hike around the park to see what mushrooms we can observe. Note: Foraging is not permitted at Marshlands Conservancy.
Preparing plant specimens for our herbarium collection requires knowledge of botany, a steady hand, and a lot of patience. Stop by to watch and learn about the process and why we collect and study plants. View mounted specimens and see our staff prepare new ones