Enjoy the cooler days of September on Teatown Lake Reservation’s Trails. There are many outdoor programs planned throughout the month plus the popular Children’s Discovery weekly classes!
Opening Thursday, September 5, 9:00am
On Time and Place: Celebrating Scenic Hudson’s 50 Years
Join us in Teatown’s Nature Center Gallery for the opening of a new photography exhibit celebrating 50 years of Scenic Hudson. Since 1963, Scenic Hudson has worked to preserve the Hudson Valley’s beauty. And this curated exhibition of photographs pays tribute to the organization’s inspiring story and to the Hudson Valley’s people and communities. The diverse group of artworks includes traditional landscapes but also views of waterfronts in transformation and places bearing scars of pollution and other challenges still to be addressed. Free. Call 914-762-2912 x110 for more information.
Sunday, September 8, 1:00pm–2:30pm
Goldenrod Days
September brings the heralding of fall with goldenrod and asters blooming in the fields. Join Maggie Pichura to search for animals that use these plants for food and homes. Free for members; $5pp for nonmembers. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY SERIES
Classes begin the week of Sept. 10 and run for 8 weeks.
LITTLE TREEHUGGERS, 2-3 year olds with caregiver
Tuesdays 10:00am-11:15am or Wednesdays: 1:00pm-2:15pm
Sow the seeds of nature knowledge with your child. Children and parents are encouraged to use all of their senses to explore autumn.
KNEE-HI NATURE, 4 year olds
Tuesdays: 1:00pm-2:30pm or Wednesdays: 10:00am-11:30am
Boundaries disappear as children explore the natural world of bugs, rocks, habitats and more. Each session features a short hike, story or craft and visits with animals.
Class fee: Members $150; Nonmembers $175. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Friday, September 13, 9:00am
Hook Mountain Migration
Catch the first wave of raptor migration at Hook Mountain with Charlie Roberto. Meet at the Par three golf course parking area in Rockland Lake State Park for the 30 minute steep ascent to the top of Hook Mountain. There will be many stops along the way, wear sturdy hiking boots and bring water and binoculars. FREE. Please note this program is for adults only. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Saturday, September 14, 9:30am-4:00pm
Wilderness Survival Skills
Could you survive in the wild? The first and third order of survival, how to build a shelter and create fire, will be covered by instructor Rachel Haft in this full day class. Bring lunch, water and clothes suitable for outdoor rambling. Class fee: $40pp for members; $50pp for nonmembers. Part of the Hudson Valley Ramble. Please note this program is for adults only. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Sunday, September 15, 9:30am-11:00am
The Last Wave of Summer
Hike with Hillary Siener, Teatown’s Assistant Conservation Scientist, to Teatown Hill to look for migrating songbirds and raptors. Free for members; $5pp for nonmembers. Please note this program is for adults only. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Saturday, September 21, 10:00am-1:00pm
Cliffdale Hike
Join Elissa Schilmeister on a hike to Cliffdale Farm and back to Teatown. Along the way, look for life in Griffin Swamp. Once at the farm, visit the chickens before having lunch at the Native American site. Bring Lunch and water and wear hiking boots. Please note this program is for participants ages 7 and over. Free for members; $5pp for nonmembers. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Sunday, September 22, Cocktails: 5:00pm, Dinner: 6:30pm
Teatown’s A Night in the Woods Benefit
Celebrate a half century of Teatown as we look back at our past leaders and growth through the years. The event will take place at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Scarborough. For tickets and further information, call 914-762-2912 x123 or visit www.teatown.org.
Friday, September 27, 8:00am
On the Wing from Teatown Hill
Meet Charlie Roberto to climb Teatown Hill, with views to the Hudson River flyway, and a chance to see migrating hawks, vultures and maybe even a falcon or eagle. FREE. Please note this program is for adults only. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
Sunday, September 29, 10:00am-2:00pm
Finding Your Way
Getting lost is not an option in this program which combines basic compass and map reading skills to help you better navigate in the woods. Be prepared for both indoor and outdoor activities. Bring lunch and water. Program fee: $15pp for members; $20pp for nonmembers. Programs fill quickly so registration is strongly recommended. Call 914-762-2912 x110 to reserve.
