Saturday at the Sanctuary – Early Bird Migrants, Plus Art Exhibit Ends, Summer Camp Registration Open

 

This weekend… –

 

Early Bird Migrants – 
Sat, March 23 – 
10:00 am – 11:30 am – 

We will seek out some of the earlier warbler migrants, as well as staying in tune with the backyard and aquatic birds. Please bring binoculars. –

Meet at the Visitor Center. Contact Scott with questions, sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov

 

Last Chance to See Our Members’ Art Exhibit –  

If you haven’t stopped by to see this temporary exhibit, this is your last chance! So many wonderful submissions on view in our Visitor Center. Exhibit will be on display through Sunday.

 

 

A look ahead… –

Early Spring Scavenger Hunt – 
Sat, March 30 – 
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – 

We will search for natural signs and items that have been placed in “treasure boxes”. This is a fun way for kids to find clues and ideas that will help educate them about their natural surroundings.

Meet at the Visitor Center. Contact Scott with questions, sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov

 

Shoreline Restoration Project set to begin – 

We have recently learned that a Shoreline Restoration Project is scheduled to begin on March 25. As we learn more, we will share details with you. 

 

Squirrels and their Foraging Habits  –       
Sunday, April 7 – 
2:00-3:30 pm   –

Squirrels exhibit fascinating forging habits that vary significantly throughout the seasons. Talk about various resources that they will find from buds, nuts, seeds and insects.

 

Solar Eclipse and the Weather  –     
Monday, April 8 –     
2:00-4:00 pm –   

Come view a rarity in our sky, where day becomes night! We will also observe how it affects our climate and the surrounding skies! Limited viewing glasses will be provided! Bring chairs and/or blankets, while we take a daytime break with the sun for a while!

 

Plus… –

 

Summer Camp Registration Is Open! – 

If your children want to spend time at Edith Read this summer, get ready!  Registration for the Nature Camps is open!

The camp is run by Westchester County Parks (not the Friends of Read) so you can check out their website if you have any questions: https://parks.westchestergov.com/children-camps/nature-camps

All registration is done online through the RecTrac link on the Westchester Nature Camp website: Click Here to Register!

 

Camp Counselors Needed

Join the fun at Edith Read’s summer camp by joining our team of camp counselors! Must be 18 or older. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm. Send your resume to Scott Williamson: sqw2@westchestercountyny.gov

 

 

Remember, the gates are open
until May 18 so visit anytime!