Program Presenter: Xylia Serafy, South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) Environmental Educator

Vernal Pools are temporary ponds commonly found in our Long Island forest habitats. Rainwater fills the pond in the fall, winter and spring, and evaporation in summer can dry up the pool. Though the water in these pools is only present for a short time, animals like salamanders, wood frogs, and water insects depend on these special habitats for their survival. Meet some of these hidden woodland creatures; the endangered Eastern Tiger Salamander, Spotted Salamander, and the cryptic Wood Frog and learn about their habitat needs and environmental concerns.

Advanced reservations are required for all events. For more information, reservations, and directions to meeting places, please call: (631) 537-9735.

September 21, 2019

Vernal Pool Wildlife at Wertheim Wildlife Refuge in Shirley, NY: Adults/Children Ages 5+

When: November 16, 2019 @ 1:00 pm
Where: Shirley

Program Presenter: Xylia Serafy, South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) Environmental Educator Vernal Pools are temporary ponds commonly found in our Long Island forest habitats. Rainwater[...]

September 21, 2019

Exploring Vernal (Temporary) Ponds: This program is for adults, teens, and children ages 6 and older.

When: September 24, 2022 @ 1:00 pm
Where: Wertheim Wildlife Refuge, Shirley, NY

Exploring Vernal (Temporary) Ponds: This program is for adults, teens, and children ages 6 and older. Program Leader: Jake Kushner, SOFO Environmental Educator Vernal ponds are[...]

September 21, 2019

SOFO’s Young Birders Club Meeting: Teens/Children Ages 8-18

When: November 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Where: TBD

Club Leader: Miles Todaro, South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) Environmental Educator Birding is a great way to make new friends, learn about the environment, and[...]

September 21, 2019

Reversing the Climate Crisis: First Steps—Food Waste & Your Refrigerator—Moving to Action with Drawdown East End: Aduts/Teens/Children 8+

When: November 15, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Where: Bridgehampton

Program Presenters: Drawdown East End’s Reducing Food Waste Team; Sherry Thirlby, Mary Morgan, Mark Haubner, and Krae Van Sickle This second Friday night in the SOFO[...]

September 21, 2019

Full Frost Moon Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt: All Ages

When: November 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm
Where: Bridgehampton

Cosponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt & South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) Hike Leader: Jean Dodds, Secretary, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt[...]

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