Teatown Lake Reservation is a nonprofit, environmental organization with an 1,000 acre nature preserve and education center located in the Lower Hudson Valley. Teatown Lake Reservation’s mission is to conserve open space and to educate and involve the regional community in order to sustain the diversity of wildlife, plants and habitats for future generations. November Events at Teatown:
Saturday November 2, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Stories in Stones
The rock walls that meander through the woods of the Northeast have special stories to tell if you know how to listen. Join Elissa Schilmeister to discover the hidden stories in the nooks and crannies of Teatown’s rock walls. All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Sunday November 3, 10:00 am – Noon
Trail Trek: Back Forty
Join a Teatown educator on an invigorating hike in the autumn air to energize body and spirit. Adults only. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Saturday November 9, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Forest Food Chains
Ever wonder what happens to the many small mammals in the forest? Many of them become food for something else! We will investigate the contents of owl pellets in this program to learn predators and prey in the nearby woodlands. A great program for those 6 and older. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Sunday November 10, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Got Worms?!
It’s a very busy world under the leaf litter, and some of that energy can be harnessed for home composting. We’ll discover the difference between different types of worms and make a worm bin to take home. Fun for families! Free for members, $5 for non-members. Additional $8 fee per bin.
Saturday November 16, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Trail Trek – Hidden Valley
Join a Teatown educator on a hike through Hidden Valley to discover the lingering remains of autumn and how nature is getting ready for winter. All welcome! Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Sunday November 17, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Winter Tree ID
Learn to identify native trees using their twigs, buds and bark. Adults only. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Saturday November 23, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Turkey Time
Take time out to discover a little more about turkeys before their big day! Make a craft, listen to a story and take a short hike to learn about their natural history. Fun for families! Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Saturday November 30, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hike off the Turkey
Pack a snack of leftovers and hike with a Teatown educator on the Croft Trail into the Back Forty. It’s a good way to stretch the legs and work off some extra Thanksgiving pounds. All welcome! Free for members, $5 for non-members.
For more information, visit teatown.org
