Fall Colors
Environmental Center, Islip
The woodland awaits us! Get ready for a pleasant hike to view autumn's wonderful colors. Along the way, we'll make crumbled leaf pictures and other artwork using nature's colors.
Halloween Fun
Environmental Center, Islip
There's no reason to be scared of this Halloween celebration. Join in the fun as we make pinecone bats, take a Halloween hike, and learn about the animals that get a bad reputation at this spooky time of the year.
Squirrelology
Environmental Center, Islip
These are busy days for our local squirrels as they prepare for the long winter that lies ahead. We'll learn about these fascinating backyard critters as we look for them on a nature hike. We'll even act like real squirrels and store our own food in the forest!
Nature Collage
Environmental Center, Islip
Things are changing outside. Let's gather up what nature items we can find and make a collage to save a little bit of summer!
Turkey Talk
Lakeland County Park, Islandia
It's the perfect time of the year to celebrate the turkey! More than just a meal, turkeys are actually fascinating animals. We'll learn about wild turkeys on Long Island and even test our abilities in a contest to see who can do the best turkey gobble!
Preparing for Winter
Environmental Center, Islip
How does our local wildlife prepare for the long, cold months that lie ahead? We'll take a hike to learn about the four ways animals prepare for winter and how plants adapt to cold weather conditions.
A Gift for Wildlife
Environmental Center, Islip
Here's a chance to take some time out of our busy schedules to show our appreciation for wildlife. We'll head to the woods and decorate a tree with edible ornaments and tasty trimmings that will provide a treat for our local animals.
SEATUCK STORY ADVENTURES
Environmental Center, Islip
Join us as we explore some favorite nature-based picture books. We'll read, talk about the book's nature lesson, and have fun with a related craft. Bring a friend and help us introduce people to the new nature center!
October 20 - Owl Babies by Martin Waddell
November 3 - Baby Bat's Lullaby by Jacquelyn Mitchard
November 17 - Time to Sleep by Denise Fleming
December 1 - Stranger in the Woods by Carl R. Sams II and Jean Stoick
Seashore Adventure
Robert Moses State Park, Fire Island
Sand, plants, fish, shells, water, rocks....what else is there at the seashore? Join us as we explore the beach to find out.