Schedule of December events at Teatown Lake reservation .Sunday December 1, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Life Down Under
Brrr, its cold outside – rather than go south for the winter many invertebrates head down under – logs and rocks, that is. What’s going on in this hidden world when the weather gets cold? All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Saturday December 7, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Hidden in Plain Sight
Camouflage is one of the most effective methods an animal has to protect itself. Meet one of Teatown’s screech owls and play a game that illustrates the best way to hide in plain sight. All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Sunday December 8, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Animal Adventures: Furry Friends
Meet a few of Teatown’s furry friends and discover how they stay warm in winter. All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Wednesday, December 11, 8:00am
Christmas Bird Pre-count
Locating the birds before the big count is half the battle! Join Charlie Roberto on this driving expedition to the reservoirs and the Croton River area. Adults only- Free. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Saturday, December 14, 8:00am
Christmas Bird Count
Celebrate nature this holiday season by helping Teatown educators in this important census to count wintering birds. The information gathered is compiled and sent to National Audubon which uses the information to monitor trends in populations and other conservation issues that impact avian health. Dress for the weather and wear hiking boots. All are welcome- Free. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Sunday December 15, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Adventures in Miniature
There is an unseen world in nature that remains hidden to us unless we know how and where to look. Using hand lenses and Brock scopes we’ll peer into a tiny world to look upon hidden wonders. Not suitable for children under 5 years old. All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
Saturday December 21, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Decorate a Tree for Wildlife
Join us for a Teatown holiday tradition that celebrates nature’s gift to us. We’ll decorate a tree with goodies for the birds, squirrels and other wildlife. All are welcome. Free for members, $5 for non-members. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
December 23, 26, 27, 30, 31
Holi-Daze Mini-Camp
The holidays are here and school’s out but nature is in! Come for a day, or two or more for fun in the outdoors. There will be hiking, crafts, and enough adventure to keep your child busy and active throughout the holiday season. Programs require pre-registration. To register, call 914-762-2912 x110.
4-5 year olds- 9:00am- 12:00pm. $165 for members, $195 for non-members (daily rate available).
6-12 year olds- 9:00am- 3:00pm (children should pack a lunch). $300 for members, $330 for non-members (daily rate available).
Teatown Lake Reservation is a nonprofit, environmental organization with an 1,000 acre nature preserve and education center located in the Lower Hudson Valley. For more information, visit teatown.org
