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Birding with Joe Giunta─Spring Migration at Promised Land
Birding with Joe Giunta─Spring Migration at Promised Land
Join Joe, an expert birder, international birding-tour leader, and delightful teacher on this very popular walk to see birds such as woodpeckers, nuthatches, titmice, chickadees, and […]
“Meet the Frogs” Story Time with Crystal
“Meet the Frogs” Story Time with Crystal
Did you know that not only can you find frogs in ponds but there are also tree frogs on Long Island too? Join us for some […]
“Meet the Frogs” Story Time with Crystal
“Meet the Frogs” Story Time with Crystal
Did you know that not only can you find frogs in ponds but there are also tree frogs on Long Island too? Join us for some […]
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4 events,
Creating Bird Habitats ─ A Gardening and Bird Walk with SOFO and NFAS
Creating Bird Habitats ─ A Gardening and Bird Walk with SOFO and NFAS
Creating a habitat that is attractive to birds is something that can be done in a nature preserve or in your own backyard. Removing invasive plants […]
Walking Dunes Geology & Maritime Botany Walk
Walking Dunes Geology & Maritime Botany Walk
Join Rob “Rockfish” Gelling on a hike through a most unique and spectacular ecosystem, The Walking Dunes of Montauk. Learn the fascinating story of their geologic […]
Coastal Creations ─ Beach Combing and Fine-Line Shell Art
Coastal Creations ─ Beach Combing and Fine-Line Shell Art
Join Environmental Educator Victoria Panuccio at Westhampton Beach for a peaceful 2 hour workshop of beach combing, fine-line shell painting, and learning about the role your […]
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Family Gardening Fun
Family Gardening Fun
Come create a seed ball using a mixture of clay, compost, and seeds that are native to Long Island. Bring your creation home, throw your seed […]
Pop Up Pond Workshop
Pop Up Pond Workshop
When we stand at the edge of a pond, we tend to notice the larger animals like frogs, turtles, and birds. But why do those animals […]
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Memorial Nature Walk for Naturalist and SOFO Founder Larry Penny
Memorial Nature Walk for Naturalist and SOFO Founder Larry Penny
Larry Penny spent many years guiding children and adults in exploring and understanding our natural world. He was one of the original founders of the South […]
Birding for Beginners
Birding for Beginners
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 […]
East End Environment Series: Eastern Tiger Salamander Tracking Research Update
East End Environment Series: Eastern Tiger Salamander Tracking Research Update
This is the fourth lecture of our East End Environment Series! Join SOFO for light refreshments and a presentation with SOFO's Reptile & Amphibian Specialist Jake […]
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Spring Beach Walk
Spring Beach Walk
Join SOFO on a beachside walk in the spring! Learn about the things we find regularly on our shores and are a mystery to you. Spring […]
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Young Birders Club Meeting
Young Birders Club Meeting
Birding is a great way to make new friends, learn about the environment, and get outdoors. Join our Young Birders Club! The Club meets at 10AM […]
6 events,
Spring Migration – Birding at Hither Hills with Wayne Whitmore
Spring Migration – Birding at Hither Hills with Wayne Whitmore
Montauk is a migration trap for migratory birds. Join Wayne, SOFO Board Trustee, on this leisurely-paced bird walk in search of spring migrants and breeding warblers. […]
Black Racer Snake Search with Andy Sabin
Black Racer Snake Search with Andy Sabin
Andy Sabin, known to us as the “Salamander Commander,” is equally as interested in snakes as he is in salamanders. In fact, Andy is fascinated by […]
Beginner’s Nature Photography Workshop with Fish Guy Photos Chris Paparo
Beginner’s Nature Photography Workshop with Fish Guy Photos Chris Paparo
Join us for a 3-hour nature photography workshop designed specifically for beginner and novice photographers looking to improve their skills in capturing the beauty of the […]
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“Fantastic Flowers” Story Time with Crystal
“Fantastic Flowers” Story Time with Crystal
A common saying goes "April showers bring May flowers." Flowers add lots of color to our spring and summer, and bring many people enjoyment, but what […]
“Fantastic Flowers” Story Time with Crystal
“Fantastic Flowers” Story Time with Crystal
A common saying goes "April showers bring May flowers." Flowers add lots of color to our spring and summer, and bring many people enjoyment, but what […]
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Joint Bird Walk with North Fork Audubon Society
Joint Bird Walk with North Fork Audubon Society
Frank Quevedo, Executive Director of SOFO, will team up with North Fork Audubon Society (NFAS) to travel to Shelter Island and explore the Mashomack Preserve. Bring […]
