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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T103000
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SUMMARY:Feeding Time at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a behind-the-scenes feeding tour at SOFO! Erin will give you a chance to see how we prepare the food for our animals to eat. Afterwards\, you will get a closer look at our animals as they are fed. During this program\, we’ll learn more about food webs and the differences between carnivores\, omnivores\, and herbivores. \nProgram Leader: Erin Hwong\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \nFor nonmembers\, there is a $15 fee for Adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/feeding-time-at-the-museum-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/feeding-time-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081704
CREATED:20230927T155002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T142814Z
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SUMMARY:Pinecone Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Create your own animal using local pinecones. Join us on a small nature walk around our inner loop collecting materials to create your own animals. \nProgram Leader: Ian Robinson\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children 6+. \nFor nonmembers\, there is a $15 fee for Adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/pinecone-creatures/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pinecone.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081704
CREATED:20230927T155608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T214342Z
UID:27680-1703077200-1703077200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO's East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal in Sagaponack
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 PM for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared toward homeschooling families. Programs have a variety of activities to strengthen language development\, literacy\, math\, and science and take place at various locations on the twin forks of Eastern Long Island. We will continue our adventures on Wednesday\, December 20 in Sagaponack. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Educator. Crystal has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. She and Wyatt look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThis program is for adults and children ages 3-7. \nFor this program there will be a fee of $5 per child which includes a participating adult.  \nThere is limited enrollment for this program. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-in-sagaponack/
LOCATION:Sagaponack
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_2761-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081704
CREATED:20231212T191833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T191833Z
UID:28876-1703077200-1703088000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (1 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-1-pm-4-pm-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081704
CREATED:20230927T171137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T143358Z
UID:27683-1703322000-1703329200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Visit the Heart of the Amazing Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Long Pond Greenbelt Nature Center\, 1061 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike for a 3.5 mile walk along the tree ID trail through oak-hickory forest and identify some of our native species. See and learn about the old railroad spur as well as Crooked Pond\, Long Pond\, Little Long Pond\, and Deer Drink\, four of the 13 coastal plains ponds of the LPG. \nHike Leader: Dai Dayton\, President\, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt \nThis free program is for adults\, teens\, and children 10+.  \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/visit-the-heart-of-the-amazing-long-pond-greenbelt/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Crooked-Pond-Winter-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081704
CREATED:20230927T151458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T200044Z
UID:27663-1703327400-1703327400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:"Whale Watching" with Fish Guy Photos
DESCRIPTION:Through his many pictures and videos\, ‘go’ whale watching with the Fish Guy. Learn about the many species of whales and dolphins that can be found in the waters of Long Island. This is a family friendly lecture\, good for children and adults alike.  \nProgram Leader: Christopher Paparo\, Fish Guy Photos \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor nonmembers\, there is a $15 fee for Adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whale-watching-with-fish-guy-photos/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/whale-watching.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231018T142414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142414Z
UID:28071-1703462400-1703548799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Christmas Day!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-christmas-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T174449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T140954Z
UID:27691-1703584800-1703588400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks - Exploring with Our Five Senses
DESCRIPTION:One Hour Outdoor Nature Adventures for Children of all Ages In Vineyard Field\, the field behind the museum\, with the SOFO Environmental Educators. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-exploring-with-our-five-senses/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/explore-with-your-five-senses.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T172353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T172353Z
UID:27687-1703610000-1703610000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full “Cold Moon” Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:During this month the winter cold fastens its grip\, and nights are at their longest and darkest. Sometimes this moon is also called the Long Night Moon as the winter nights lengthen and the moon spends more time above the horizon opposite a low sun. Join us for this leisurely paced one-hour hike in Vineyard Field\, the field behind SOFO.  \nHike Leader: Dai Dayton\, President\, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt \nThis free program is for all ages. \nTo register email: greenbeltnews@aol.com.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-cold-moon-hike-with-friends-of-the-long-pond-greenbelt/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Full-Moon.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T175151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231226T141102Z
UID:27694-1703671200-1703674800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks - Nature Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:One Hour Outdoor Nature Adventures for Children of all Ages In Vineyard Field\, the field behind the museum\, with the SOFO Environmental Educators. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-nature-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/scavenger-hunt.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T175653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T150546Z
UID:27697-1703757600-1703761200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks - Pirate Treasure Hunt
DESCRIPTION:One Hour Outdoor Nature Adventures for Children of all Ages In Vineyard Field\, the field behind the museum\, with the SOFO Environmental Educators. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-pirate-treasure-hunt/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/treasure-map.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231229T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T180557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T150931Z
UID:27700-1703844000-1703847600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks - Animal Signs and Phenomena
DESCRIPTION:One Hour Outdoor Nature Adventures for Children of all Ages In Vineyard Field\, the field behind the museum\, with the SOFO Environmental Educators. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-animal-signs-and-phenomena/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fox-tracks.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231230T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231230T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20230927T180944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T175812Z
UID:27703-1703932200-1703932200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The mission of SOFO’s Young Environmentalists Society\, known as YES!\, for ages 10 to 16\, is to engage young minds in developing a fuller awareness and understanding of the current state of our environment. The group works together and\, through experience-based learning\, place-based learning\, critical thinking processes\, and local activism\, develops strategies for individuals and the community that are designed to shape how we live on this planet now and in the future. The Club meets on the last Saturday of each month\, from 10AM to 11:30AM. There is bilingual support for Spanish-speaking participants. \nClub Leader: Mare Dianora\, an educator and the mother of two young sons\, is an interdisciplinary artist whose practice involves building community and exploring connections to home and place. \nThis is a free program\, thanks to the generosity of a foundation that prefers to remain anonymous\, for ages 10-16. \nThe date may change for this program. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 or info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofo-young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-2/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/YES-Logo.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231231T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231231T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231019T160141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T160141Z
UID:28117-1704027600-1704038400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: New Year's Eve (1 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-new-years-eve-1-pm-4-pm/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/museumclosednewyearseve-e1697731257532.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231019T155748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T155748Z
UID:28114-1704067200-1704153599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-new-years-day/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/museumclosednewyears-e1697730899562.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240104
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231229T211819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T211819Z
UID:29311-1704240000-1704326399@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-6/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-maintenance-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231221T192208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T192208Z
UID:29159-1704373200-1704384000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (1 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-1-pm-4-pm-4/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-outreach-event-1-to-4.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T145415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174425Z
UID:28955-1704537000-1704537000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding with the Fish Guy: A Multimedia Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Take a look at the sea’s feathered friends with Chris Paparo in this multimedia presentation. Find out what Long Island birds can be observed close to the shore. Learn details about wading birds\, waterfowl\, and raptors\, as well as where one can go to observe each of them. \nProgram Leader: Christopher Paparo\, Fish Guy Photos \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-with-the-fish-guy-a-multimedia-presentation/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/birding-with-the-fish-guy-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T153005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174521Z
UID:28962-1704623400-1704623400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Bird Nest Search and Nest-Making Craft
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO for a winter bird nest hunt. Long abandoned nests sit in the trees\, waiting to be revealed by the falling leaves of winter. In this program\, we will walk through Vineyard Field in search of nests. Afterward\, we will create our own nests from natural materials to understand the feat of nest building. \nProgram Leader: Ian Robinson\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults and children ages 5-8. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/bird-nest-search-and-nest-making-craft/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bird-nest.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T151803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T191549Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl with Frank
DESCRIPTION:Listen for the whinnying sound of the Eastern Screech Owl or maybe the seven-note hoot of the Great Horned Owl on this nighttime owl prowl that marks the beginning of our owls’ courtship season. Frank will present a slide show of our native owls and then lead a walk into the field to search for these nocturnal raptors. Bring binoculars and a flashlight. \nProgram Leader: Frank Quevedo\, Executive Director\, South Fork Natural History Museum \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/owl-prowl-with-frank/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/screech-owl.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T153457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T191651Z
UID:28965-1704796200-1704796200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Walk at Cupsogue Beach County Park
DESCRIPTION:Several species of seals come to visit Long Island during the colder winter months in search of food. The three most common species that visit Long Island at this time of year are harbor seals\, gray seals\, and harp seals. Join us for a guided walk during low tide and learn more about these mammalian winter visitors and how to safely view them. \nProgram Leader: Erin Hwong\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-walk-at-cupsogue-beach-county-park/
LOCATION:Westhampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/harbor-seals.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240114
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T154411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T211409Z
UID:28968-1705104000-1705190399@sofo.org
SUMMARY:NYSOA Annual Winter Waterfowl Count
DESCRIPTION:At one time\, a great variety of waterfowl wintered on Long Island; now\, due to habitat loss\, food scarcity\, and the introduction of nonnative species of water birds\, our wintering population of waterfowl is slowly diminishing. To assess this situation and record the number of overwintering waterfowl\, the New York State Ornithological Association (NYSOA) sponsors an annual waterfowl count throughout the State. If you are an experienced or intermediate birder\, we would be delighted to have you join us. \nCount Leader: Frank Quevedo\, Executive Director\, South Fork Natural History Museum \nThis FREE program is for adults and teens. \nTo join\, call count leader Frank Quevedo at 631.537.9735 for detailed information. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/nysoa-annual-winter-waterfowl-count/
LOCATION:Montauk to Shinnecock
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/winter-waterfowl-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T155904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T154130Z
UID:28974-1705140000-1705140000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners Walk in Vineyard Field
DESCRIPTION:Explore Birding as a new hobby: Take a walk with volunteer docents Cindy & Dave in the Vineyard Field behind the Museum and learn how to identify the birds that we might find\, including blue jays\, black-capped chickadees\, starlings\, northern mockingbirds\, and red-tailed hawks. Listen to the voices and observe the behavior of the birds to help identify them. No prior experience is required. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nProgram Leaders: Cindy Lenkiewicz and Dave Polek\, SOFO Docents \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 6+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners-walk-in-vineyard-field/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/birding-for-beginners-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T160725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T214819Z
UID:28978-1705141800-1705147200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Hard-shelled Clam Dissection: Biology\, Anatomy & Physiology of Mercenaria mercenaria - with Rob “Rockfish” Gelling
DESCRIPTION:Join Rockfish for a hands-on experience exploring the ins and outs of this fascinating Mollusk. Does a clam have a heart like we do? Does it have a foot? What do clams eat? Learn not only how the hard-shelled clam performs all the life functions we as humans do but leave understanding how important the popular seafood is to our Long Island economy\, how significant the harvest of hard clams has been throughout Long Island history\, and lastly how it fits in the current Long Island aquaculture arena. Materials fee: $5. \nProgram Leader: Rob Gelling\, SOFO Environmental Educator and Aquarist \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/hard-shelled-clam-dissection-biology-anatomy-physiology-of-mercenaria-mercenaria-with-rob-rockfish-gelling/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/hard-shelled-clam.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231203T143942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T143942Z
UID:28744-1705154400-1705161600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Birthday Party (2 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-birthday-party-2-pm-4-pm-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T162555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T194250Z
UID:28981-1705228200-1705228200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Owl Storytime & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Winter is a wonderful time to listen for our local owls since they are setting up their breeding territories\, calling to their partners or warning other owls away\, and an early sunset lets younger family members listen “at night.” Join Crystal as she reads her 5 year old’s favorite owl story\, learn about our local owls\, and make a paper bag owl puppet to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for children ages 3-7. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/owl-storytime-craft/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231220T170324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T170324Z
UID:29145-1705399200-1705410000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T163851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T165344Z
UID:28984-1705496400-1705496400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Quogue Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program that will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared toward homeschooling families. Programs will have a variety of activities to strengthen language development\, literacy\, math\, and science and will take place at various locations on Eastern Long Island. \nWe will continue our adventures on Wednesday\, January 17\, 2024\, exploring Quogue Wildlife Refuge\, learning about the variety of evergreen plants along the trail\, and how some animals spend the winter\, including some stories and simple nature journals. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Education Specialist. Crystal has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. Crystal and Wyatt look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThere is a $5 per child admission/material fee\, participating adult included. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-quogue-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Quogue
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231217T165257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231223T144600Z
UID:28988-1705744800-1705750200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Moderately-paced 3+ Mile Hike at the Anna and Daniel Mulvihill Preserve and the William Mulvihill Preserve with Dai Dayton
DESCRIPTION:Moderately-paced 3+ mile hike through this historically interesting area. Vernal ponds\, kettle holes\, glacial erratics\, and the Great Swamp. \nHike leader: Dai Dayton\, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt\, President \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \nAdvanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/moderately-paced-3-mile-hike-at-the-anna-and-daniel-mulvihill-preserve-and-the-william-mulvihill-preserve-with-dai-dayton/
LOCATION:Sag Harbor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T081705
CREATED:20231203T144219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T144219Z
UID:28746-1705759200-1705766400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Birthday Party (2 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-birthday-party-2-pm-4-pm-4/
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