The county’s nature centers provide undisturbed habitat for wildlife and a peaceful oasis for people to explore and learn about their natural environment. Check out this weekend’s events at the nature centers.
FRIDAY, MAY 3
Croton Point Nature Center, Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson – (914) 862-5297
Ferry Sloops Pot Luck Supper – 6:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.: “Hudson Valley Ruins” A glimpse at our region’s important and forgotten historic sites. Go to www.ferrysloops.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 4
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River – (914) 864-7322
Warbler Walk – 8 a.m.
Seasonal climate and weather will determine where this hike will lead.
Croton Point Nature Center, Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson – (914) 862-5297
Warbler Walk – 8 a.m.
A hike to see and listen to these colorful song birds.
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Blacksmithing Workshop for Adults Ages 18 and Up – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fee $85; pre-registration required.
Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River – (914) 864-7322
Walking Tour of the Wildflower Garden – 1 p.m.
Observe native species of flower and fern during a walk through the Luquer-Marble garden at the height of bloom.
Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road (Route 1), Rye – (914) 835-4466
Volunteer Work Project: Creating an Outdoor Classroom – 1 – 3 p.m.
Bring work gloves; hand tools provided.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY/MAY 4 AND 5
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Art Exhibit on View in the Main House Gallery – noon – 4 p.m.
“Hooked rugs by Mary Parker: An American Folk Art Goes Local”
A collection of hooked rugs designed and created by artist and fiber craftsman Mary Tooley Parker.
SUNDAY, MAY 5
Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road (Route 1), Rye – (914) 835-4466
Spring Bird Migration Hike – 8 a.m.
Bring binoculars.
Cranberry Lake Preserve, Old Orchard Street, North White Plains – (914) 428-1005
Mother’s Day Spring Ephemeral Walk – 11 a.m.
A closer look into the delightful and marvelous world of spring ephemeral plants.
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282
Make a Gift for Mom – 1-3 p.m.
Kids can make Mom their own personal gift for Mother’s Day.
Marshlands Conservancy, Boston Post Road (Route 1), Rye – (914) 835-4466
Toddler Time – 2 p.m.
A nature discovery walk for youngsters age four and under.
Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Route 35, Somers – (914) 864-7264
Tour of the Lasdon Main House – 2-3 p.m.
Learn about the history of the park with the horticulturist. Reservations required.
All programs are free unless otherwise noted.
For more information, go to www.westchestergov.com/parks or call (914) 864-PARK.
