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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240104
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
CREATED:20231221T192208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T192208Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (1 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-1-pm-4-pm-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
CREATED:20231217T153005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174521Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
CREATED:20231217T151803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T191549Z
UID:28959-1704654000-1704654000@sofo.org
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:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
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:20260404T050233
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
CREATED:20231217T162555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T194250Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/owl-craft-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/quogue-wildlife-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Mulvihill-Preserve.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
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/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/closed-for-birthday-party-2-to-4-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
CREATED:20231217T170753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T145144Z
UID:28996-1706202000-1706202000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full "Wolf Moon” Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:Legend has it that native tribes related this moon to the nighttime howling of wolves. Join us to mark the first of the year’s full moons on this leisurely paced one-hour hike through open-field trails and\, afterward\, warm up with some light refreshments and convivial conversation. Hikes are limited to 25 participants. To register by email\, contact greenbeltnews@aol.com. To contact the hike leader\, Dai Dayton\, on the day of the hike\, call 631-745-0689. \nCo-sponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt and South Fork Natural History Museum. \nWalk Leader: Dai Dayton\, President\, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt \nThis FREE program is for ALL AGES. \nAdvanced reservations are required for all events.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-wolf-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240127
DTSTAMP:20260404T050233
CREATED:20240124T232615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T232615Z
UID:29936-1706227200-1706313599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-2/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/closed-for-outreach-event-10-to-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T171332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T201217Z
UID:28998-1706349600-1706349600@sofo.org
SUMMARY: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 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. \nClub Leader: Mare Dianora\, YES! Director\, 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 to 16. \nThe date may change for this program. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 for info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/YES-Logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T172244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231223T195509Z
UID:29000-1706351400-1706351400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter Walk at Mashomack Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Experience Winter at The Nature Conservancy’s Mashomack Preserve\, one of the biggest and most spectacular nature preserves on Long Island. Its 2\,039 acres protect a huge variety of habitats and countless species of native plants and animals. Join SOFO on a hike through the heart of the preserve and observe seasonal changes at this “Jewel of the Peconic.” \nProgram Leader: Melanie Meade\, Education Director\, South Fork Natural History Museum \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/winter-walk-at-mashomack-preserve/
LOCATION:Shelter Island
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Mashomack-Preserve-Winter-SOFO-MM-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T173954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T154627Z
UID:29004-1706356800-1706364000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:This year the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) and the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) are co-sponsoring seal cruises. \nJoin us as a CRESLI scientist leads 2 hour expeditions to view\, photograph and gather information about the diversity and distribution of the seals in Shinnecock Bay. You’ll learn about the different species of seals in our waters\, as well as the characteristics and behaviors that allow these animals to thrive. You’ll hear about the history of seal exploitation and recovery and see these animals in their natural habitat. \nCRESLI Seal Cruises on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay will meet and board 30 minutes before the listed departure time at the dock area (address: Stony Brook Marine Station\, 8 Little Neck Road\, Southampton\, NY 11968). \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. The cost for the cruise is $40 per person. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Registrations can be made by visiting cresli.org.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-cruise-co-sponsored-with-cresli/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Harbor-Seal.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240128T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240128T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20240103T213045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T194543Z
UID:29398-1706437800-1706437800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Storytime and Meet the Animals: Under the Snow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a delightful and interactive storytime experience\, delving into the mysterious winter habitats of various animals\, as we read Melissa Stewart’s enchanting book Under the Snow to learn about different hibernation habits. Throughout the story\, kids will have the exciting opportunity to meet the winter-dwelling creatures mentioned in the book\, including wood frogs\, spotted salamanders\, red-spotted newts\, turtles\, and more\, providing a hands-on connection to the captivating world beneath the snow! \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/storytime-and-meet-the-animals-under-the-snow/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MC_231007_081-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T195152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T200456Z
UID:29014-1706950800-1706950800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter Specialties of Shinnecock: Search for Avian Visitors of the North
DESCRIPTION:The barrier beach area at Shinnecock is one of the few remaining undeveloped dune/salt marsh habitats on the eastern end of Long Island\, an area that frequently has wintering snowy owls and short-eared owls. Join Frank on one of SOFO’s most popular birding walks. Bring binoculars or a spotting scope and a bird field guide (if you have one). \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/winter-specialties-of-shinnecock-search-for-avian-visitors-of-the-north/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Winter-Specialties-of-Shinnecock.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T195421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T192642Z
UID:29017-1706954400-1706954400@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+. \nAdvanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners-walk-in-vineyard-field-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T193525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T202753Z
UID:29011-1706958900-1706958900@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Tour at the Long Island Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Long Island Aquarium! Here\, we’ll have a chance to learn the inner workings of the aquarium\, from animal feedings to tank maintenance and so much more from a staff member of the Long Island Aquarium. \nTour Leader: Long Island Aquarium Education Staff\, assisted by Erin Hwong\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \nProgram fee: for members\, there is a $25 fee per person\, and for non-members\, there is a $35 fee (includes all-day admission to the Aquarium and Butterfly Garden). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-at-the-long-island-aquarium/
LOCATION:Riverhead
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Long-island-Aquarium-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231218T165018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T202907Z
UID:29047-1707042600-1707042600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Long Island Mammal Survey Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join Ian Robinson for a presentation on SOFO’s efforts in the Long Island Mammal Survey. The NYSDEC is responsible for managing wildlife species throughout the state. Developing and implementing these plans requires environmental surveys for species distribution and abundance. In this presentation\, I will share my experience setting up and managing the trail cams\, displaying some footage\, and discussing the abundance and distribution of these animals. \nProgram Leader: Ian Robinson\, SOFO Environmental Educator \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/long-island-mammal-survey-presentation/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Mammal-Survey-Program-Photo.jpeg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240207
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20240103T204333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T204333Z
UID:29392-1707177600-1707263999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-7/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-maintenance-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231217T201643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T215039Z
UID:29020-1707561000-1707568200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Fish Dissection: The Biology\, Anatomy & Physiology of a Bony Fish with Rob “Rockfish” Gelling
DESCRIPTION:Join Rockfish for an up-close look at the external and internal anatomy of a fish. Does a fish have a balloon inside? How does a fish scale reveal its age? How does a fish hear? What will a gut analysis reveal? Don’t miss a chance to roar ahead in your Living Environment lessons by learning how the organ systems of a finfish compare to your own! 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/fish-dissection-the-biology-anatomy-physiology-of-a-bony-fish-with-rob-rockfish-gelling/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/fish-dissection.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231218T142835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T172209Z
UID:29031-1707566400-1707573600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:This year the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) and the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) are co-sponsoring seal cruises. \nJoin us as a CRESLI scientist leads 2 hour expeditions to view\, photograph and gather information about the diversity and distribution of the seals in Shinnecock Bay. You’ll learn about the different species of seals in our waters\, as well as the characteristics and behaviors that allow these animals to thrive. You’ll hear about the history of seal exploitation and recovery and see these animals in their natural habitat. \nCRESLI Seal Cruises on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay will meet and board 30 minutes before the listed departure time at the dock area. \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. The cost for the cruise is $40 per person. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Registrations can be made by visiting cresli.org.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-cruise-co-sponsored-with-cresli-2/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Harbor-Seal.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20231218T143854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T203245Z
UID:29033-1707593400-1707593400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Andy Sabin’s Annual Eastern Tiger Salamander Search
DESCRIPTION:Herpetologist Andy Sabin will take us into the nighttime woods in search of the largest of our native salamanders\, the endangered Eastern Tiger Salamander. Don’t miss a rare opportunity to see this salamander as it makes its way to the pond to mate and to lay its eggs. Please bring a flashlight and wear boots\, as late winter rains will make the ground soggy. This walk will take place only if there have been heavy rains. \nWalk Leader: Andy Sabin\, President\, South Fork Natural History Museum Board of Directors \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/andy-sabins-annual-eastern-tiger-salamander-search/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/tiger-salamander-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050234
CREATED:20240203T203527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T203722Z
UID:30196-1707829200-1707840000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (1 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-3/
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