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Sat 31 Aug
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Saturday, August 31, 2024 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Tue 27 Aug
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Mon 26 Aug
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Monday, August 26, 2024 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register at: sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/.
Registration: Required
Sat 24 Aug
Plein Air Painting
Saturday, August 24, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Max: 10 people. Cost: $8. Parking: $6 per vehicle. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue 20 Aug
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun 18 Aug
Full Moon Hike: “Sturgeon Moon”
Sunday, August 18, 2024 07:45 PM - 09:45 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Tickets available on July 19 at 10 am. Experience the Preserve after dark! Join Shayla, Hailey, and Dave for a 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. We walk at a brisk pace and there will be hills; some hiking experience is recommended. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 40 people. Cost: $4. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun 18 Aug
Animal Adaptations Under a Microscope
Sunday, August 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Discover the world from a new perspective with educator, Kim Fendrich, and naturalist, Josh DiPaola, in this family-friendly event. Estimate the ages of various animals using clues on their bones and scales, observe the cunning evolutionary adaptations of moth wings, and take a closer look at tick teeth and insect eyes to better understand how they do what they do! No pets please. Cost: $4. Parking: $6 per vehicle. Max: 16 people. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sat 17 Aug
Plein Air Painting
Saturday, August 17, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Max: 10 people. Cost: $8. Parking: $6 per vehicle. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Thu 15 Aug
Sunset Hike at Rockwood Hall
Thursday, August 15, 2024 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join Melissa for a 2-mile hike and witness the spectacular view of the sun setting over the Hudson and the Tappan Zee Bridge. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 40 people. Cost: FREE, registration required. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed 14 Aug
Monarch Habitat Hike
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Explore the habitat of monarch butterflies with Shayla and Hailey on a family-friendly hike at Rockwood Hall. Learn about the monarch life cycle and their incredible transcontinental migration, why their numbers are in decline, and what we can do to help them. The hike will be about 2 miles with frequent stops for discussion. Max: 20 people. Cost: $4. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue 13 Aug
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun 11 Aug
Wildflower Walk
Sunday, August 11, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join botanist, Devon Cummings, for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of summer wildflowers. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase our knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Max: 12 people. Cost: $4. Parking: $6 per vehicle. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sat 10 Aug
Tackle Anything: Learn to Fish!
Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join Nicole Byrnes from Girl Scouts of America in this family-friendly event and learn about the positive aspects of fishing from both an environmental and mental health perspective. After a brief educational session, attendees will be guided through a fishing session at Swan Lake; rods and artificial lures will be provided. This program is intended for a youth audience. Rain date: August 11. Max: 10 people per session. Cost: FREE; registration required. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sat 10 Aug
Tackle Anything: Learn to Fish!
Saturday, August 10, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join Nicole Byrnes from Girl Scouts of America in this family-friendly event and learn about the positive aspects of fishing from both an environmental and mental health perspective. After a brief educational session, attendees will be guided through a fishing session at Swan Lake; rods and artificial lures will be provided. This program is intended for a youth audience. Rain date: August 11. Max: 10 people per session. Cost: FREE; registration required. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sat 10 Aug
Hike with Mike: Pocantico Lake
Saturday, August 10, 2024 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join Mike for a 5-6 mile hike to Pocantico Lake, which is not part of the Preserve, and to one of the many popular destinations within the Preserve: either Eagle Hill or Thirteen Bridges. The route and distance will depend on temperature. Leashed dogs are welcome. Be prepared to move at a steady pace; some hiking experience is recommended. Max: 20 people. Cost: $4. Parking: $6 per vehicle. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Fri 09 Aug
Firefly Walk!
Friday, August 9, 2024 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Tickets available on July 19 at 10 am. The fireflies are out en masse and they put on a spectacular show this time of year! We'll set out just before sunset and meander through open meadows as the fireflies awaken from their slumber and begin to display their love language. The hike will be about 2 miles. Leashed dogs are welcome. Max: 40 people. Cost: $4. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed 07 Aug
Sound Healing
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Tickets available on July 19 at 10 am. Join Dayna Gralla for a therapeutic and restorative sound healing experience. Envelop yourself in the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and a variety of soothing instruments as you allow your mind to drift from an active state to a relaxed and meditative state. Max: 20 per session. Ages 10+. Cost: $8. Parking: $6 per vehicle until 4:30 pm. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Wed 07 Aug
Sound Healing
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Tickets available on July 19 at 10 am. Join Dayna Gralla for a therapeutic and restorative sound healing experience. Envelop yourself in the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and a variety of soothing instruments as you allow your mind to drift from an active state to a relaxed and meditative state. Max: 20 per session. Ages 10+. Cost: $8. Parking: $6 per vehicle until 4:30 pm. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue 06 Aug
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue 06 Aug
Postural Therapy: Living Comfortably
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Start your day with movement! Get energized in this virtual session with postural therapist, Joey Zimet, and learn exercises to improve posture and function. The class will incorporate unique standing, sitting, and floor exercises that are gentle and easily adapted to fit your needs. These methods are well-studied and based upon neuroscience, biomechanics, the myofascial system, and other variables. Treat yourself to some maintenance and self-care! Registered participants will receive a link to join. Cost: FREE. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun 04 Aug
Rock Identification Workshop
Sunday, August 4, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Earth's history is written in rocks. Learn how to identify them and how to read their stories with our resident geologist and educator, Kim Fendrich. Find out how rocks are made and modified throughout the rock cycle and hone your observational skills in this hands-on, interactive program! Max: 18 people. Ages 8+. Sorry, no pets. Cost: $4. Parking: $6 per vehicle. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Sun 04 Aug
The Nature of Woodworking
Sunday, August 4, 2024 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Learn how trees are transformed into everyday tools and functional art in this workshop with artist and woodworker, Mark Andreas. We will begin by exploring the forest to better understand the qualities and uses of individual tree species. Mark will then demonstrate how to work with hand tools such as a chisel, gouge, hand saw, and hatchet as he fashions a wooden spoon from raw material collected at the Preserve. Max: 20 people. Rain date: August 11. Cost: $4. RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events.
Registration: Required
Tue 30 Jul
Sunset Yoga at Rockwood
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Relieve stress and explore the connection between breath and movement with instructor, Shivani Singh, as the sun sets over the Hudson with views of the Tappan Zee bridge and NYC in the distance. Appropriate for all levels of experience, ages 18+. Cost: $6. Register here.
Registration: Required
Sun 28 Jul
Monarch Habitat Hike
Sunday, July 28, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Explore the habitat of monarch butterflies with Shayla and Hailey on a family-friendly hike at Rockwood Hall. Learn about the monarch life cycle and their incredible transcontinental migration, why their numbers are in decline, and what we can do to help them. The hike will be about 2 miles with frequent stops for discussion. Max: 20 people. Cost: $4. Register here.
Registration: Required
Sat 27 Jul
Wildflower Walk
Saturday, July 27, 2024 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Join botanist, Patty Butter, for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of summer wildflowers. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase our knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Max: 12 people. Cost: $4. Parking: $6 per vehicle. Register here.
Registration: Required
Sat 27 Jul
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
Saturday, July 27, 2024 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Get to know our feathered residents! Join an expert from the Saw Mill River Audubon Society on a bird walk around the Preserve. Great for all levels of birding experience, beginners welcome! Binocular loans available upon request. Ages 8+. Max: 25 people. Cost: FREE. Parking: $6 per vehicle. NYS Residents over 62 park for free on weekdays. Please register here.
Registration: Required