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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T110000
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SUMMARY:DELAYED OPENING: Museum Opens at 11 am
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/delayed-opening-museum-opens-at-11-am/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250114T182939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T182939Z
UID:38484-1739109600-1739116800@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-8/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250211T160837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T162207Z
UID:39084-1739358000-1739358000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:DELAYED OPENING: Museum Opens at 11 am
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/delayed-opening-museum-opens-at-11-am-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T181532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T181532Z
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SUMMARY:Full Snow Moon Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:The Farmer’s Almanac tells us that since the heaviest snow usually falls during this month\, native tribes of the north and east most often called February’s full moon the Full Snow Moon. Join us on this leisurely paced hike through Vineyard Field’s open field trails\, behind the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO)\, and stay afterward for some light refreshments and convivial conversation. \nCo-sponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt & the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO). \nMeet at the SOFO Museum parking lot\, 377 Bridgehampton Turnpike\, 200 yards north of the RR tracks. To register\, email: greenbeltnews@aol.com. \nHike Leader: Jean McDermott\, 631-599-2391.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-snow-moon-hike-with-friends-of-the-long-pond-greenbelt-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/full-moon.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250114T183043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T183043Z
UID:38485-1739541600-1739548800@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-9/
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:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T174553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T154320Z
UID:38093-1739613600-1739613600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding with Frank─Shinnecock Specialties
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 this birding expedition at Shinnecock\, one of SOFO’s most popular birding walks. If we’re lucky\, we may see either of these two owls and even an American Bittern\, Snow Bunting\, or a lingering Clapper Rail. *Please note: this program was rescheduled from 2/1* \nBring binoculars and/or a spotting scope and a field guide to birds of the Eastern United States (if you have one). \nWalk Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis program is for adults and teens\, although children over the age of 10 may attend. \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-frank%e2%94%80shinnecock-specialties/
LOCATION:Shinnecock
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/winter-specialties-of-shinnecock.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T182306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T203550Z
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SUMMARY:Marine Mysteries─A Multi-Sensory Exploration with Rob “Rockfish” Gelling
DESCRIPTION:Reach into your “mystery bag” and use your sense of touch to guess what might be inside! Can just the feel of the part of a marine animal or even a once living organism allow you to correctly identify what it is? Then look inside to see if you were correct. Information cards found within will offer the common name\, scientific name\, phylum\, class and a fun fact. In the end\, be able to walk our local shorelines and know your marine biology! \nProgram Leader: Rob “Rockfish” Gelling\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 9+. \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/marine-mysteries%e2%94%80a-multi-sensory-exploration-with-rob-rockfish-gelling/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/marine-mysteries-whelk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T182203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T182203Z
UID:38104-1739628000-1739635200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, 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. Join 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-8/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250111T160847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T160905Z
UID:38403-1739788200-1739791800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Where Do Insects Go in Winter?
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate museum admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child ages 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-where-do-insects-go-in-winter/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/december-school-break.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250111T161015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T161015Z
UID:38406-1739961000-1739964600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Scavenger Search
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate museum admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child ages 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-scavenger-search/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/december-school-break.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T183649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T183649Z
UID:38107-1739970000-1739977200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Sagg Swamp\, Sagaponack
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which 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. \nThere is a $10 per child admission/material fee\, participating adult included. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. Wyatt and I look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThis program is for children ages 3-7. \nThere is a $10 per child admission/material fee\, which includes a participating adult. 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/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-sagg-swamp-sagaponack/
LOCATION:Sagaponack
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/eeone-sagg-swamp.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250111T161805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T161805Z
UID:38407-1740133800-1740137400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Winter Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate museum admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child ages 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-winter-bingo/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/december-school-break.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T192120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192120Z
UID:38109-1740214800-1740222000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, 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. Join 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-9/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T192540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192540Z
UID:38112-1740218400-1740218400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SOFO’s Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) is led by Mare Dianora\, an interdisciplinary artist whose practice involves building community and creating connections to home and place. YES! is open to young environmentalists\, aged 10 – 16 and Junior members ages 5-9\, who want to help prevent climate change as they discuss various challenges and ideas that can impact our precious environment. The program includes guest speakers and field trips and explores topics such as climate change\, aquaculture\, environmental career goals\, water conservation\, local ecology and more. \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. The date may change for this program. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 or info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-13/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/YES-logo.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250114T183136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T183136Z
UID:38486-1740232800-1740240000@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-10/
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:20250223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T194030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T194030Z
UID:38114-1740306600-1740306600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Animals in Winter Stories & Meet the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Animals have many ways to survive the winter. Some move south\, some sleep\, and some stay active all winter. Join us for some winter stories to learn what our backyard neighbors do during the winter and meet some of SOFO’s reptiles and amphibians. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for families with 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/animals-in-winter-stories-meet-the-animals/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/story-time-garden-neighbors.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T200915Z
UID:38115-1740317400-1740317400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Animals in Winter Stories & Meet the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Animals have many ways to survive the winter. Some move south\, some sleep\, and some stay active all winter. Join us for some winter stories to learn what our backyard neighbors do during the winter and meet some of SOFO’s reptiles and amphibians. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for families with 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/animals-in-winter-stories-meet-the-animals-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/story-time-garden-neighbors.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T165158Z
UID:38133-1740823200-1740823200@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 jay\, black-capped chickadee\, starling\, northern mockingbird and red-tailed hawk. Listen to the voices and observe the behavior of the birds to help identify them. No prior experience 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 10+. 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-9/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/birding-for-beginners-2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T165506Z
UID:38138-1740837600-1740844800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, 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. Join 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-10/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250103T182642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T162140Z
UID:38106-1740857400-1740857400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Annual Eastern Tiger Salamander Search with Andy Sabin
DESCRIPTION:“Salamander Commander” 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. *Please note: this program was rescheduled from 2/15* \nWalk Leader: Andy Sabin\, SOFO Board of Directors President \nThis program is for families with children ages 6+. \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  \n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/annual-eastern-tiger-salamander-search-with-andy-sabin/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/eastern-tiger-salamander-scaled-2048x1536-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T165406Z
UID:38136-1740911400-1740911400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:What is a Stick Bug?─Learn About These Insects and Create Your Own Stick Bug
DESCRIPTION:Is it a stick? Is it a bug? Why do these insects look so strange? Learn about these unusual creatures and create your own stick bug with twigs\, pipe cleaners\, and googly eyes. \nProgram Leader: Sydney Mantione\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 5+. \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/what-is-a-stick-bug%e2%94%80learn-about-these-insects-and-create-your-own-stick-bug/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/stickbug.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T173435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T173435Z
UID:38166-1741132800-1741219199@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-day-3/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-maintenance-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T165725Z
UID:38141-1741428000-1741435200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, 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. Join 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-11/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T165838Z
UID:38142-1741429800-1741435200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Worms Eat My Garbage─Getting Started with Composting at Home with Rob “Rockfish” Gelling
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 30% of our garbage or municipal solid waste (MSW) is organic and could be allowed to biodegrade with the help of red worms in a composter on your own property. This would reduce greenhouse gases produced by the transport of our waste from the curb\, cut down the volume that is taken to landfills and/or burned in incinerators and in the end\, make fertile soil for use in and around the home. So meet Rockfish to learn the best way to make the recycling of our food and yard waste an earth friendly activity that will be easily added to your weekly routine! \nParticipants will build a mini composting worm bioreactor in a jar! \nProgram Leader: Rob “Rockfish” Gelling\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 9+. \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/worms-eat-my-garbage%e2%94%80getting-started-with-composting-at-home-with-rob-rockfish-gelling/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/compost.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T165627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T162547Z
UID:38139-1741462200-1741462200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Annual Blue-spotted Salamander Search with Andy Sabin
DESCRIPTION:Montauk’s vernal ponds are some of the few places in the world where the Blue-spotted Salamander\, in its purebred form\, can be found. Join “Salamander Commander” Andy Sabin on this nighttime expedition as we search for this unique native species. 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\, SOFO Board of Directors President \nThis program is for families with children ages 6+. \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  \n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/annual-blue-spotted-salamander-search-with-andy-sabin/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/blue-spotted-salamander-grass.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250124T181457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T181457Z
UID:38819-1741528800-1741536000@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-11/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T170604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T170604Z
UID:38145-1741980600-1741984200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full Worm Moon Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:The full “Worm Moon” was given its name by the Algonquin tribes from New England to Lake Superior. At the time of this spring moon\, the ground begins to soften\, and earthworm castings reappear\, inviting the return of robins. In some regions\, this is also known as the “Sap Moon\,” as it marks the time when maple sap begins to flow\, and the annual tapping of maple trees begins. Join us on this leisurely paced hike through Vineyard Field’s open field trails\, and then enjoy some light refreshments and convivial conversation. \nCo-sponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt & the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO). \nMeet at the SOFO Museum parking lot\, 377 Bridgehampton Turnpike\, 200 yards north of the RR tracks. To register\, email: greenbeltnews@aol.com. \nHike Leader: Jean McDermott\, 631-599-2391.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-worm-moon-hike-with-friends-of-the-long-pond-greenbelt-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/full-moon.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T170711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T170711Z
UID:38148-1742047200-1742054400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, 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. Join 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-12/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250104T171226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T171226Z
UID:38151-1742068800-1742068800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Annual Spotted Salamander Search with Andy Sabin
DESCRIPTION:On this walk to one of our vernal ponds with the “Salamander Commander” Andy Sabin\, we’ll be searching for the Spotted Salamander\, one of our four native mole salamanders. This salamander is a beauty\, with its shiny black body and bright yellow spots. It\, like the Eastern Tiger Salamander and the Blue-spotted Salamander\, as well as the early-autumn breeding Marbled Salamander\, is called a mole salamander because it spends most of its time underground. 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\, SOFO Board of Directors President \nThis program is for families with children ages 6+. \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/annual-spotted-salamander-search-with-andy-sabin/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/spotted-salamander.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050551
CREATED:20250226T145340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T145340Z
UID:39096-1742130000-1742130000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Young Environmentalists Society Movie Showcase
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to come and enjoy a selection of film shorts produced by the members of the Young Environmentalists Society (YES!). \nThis FREE program is for all ages. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-movie-showcase/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/yes-movie-showcase-1.png
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