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Join Rockefeller State Park Preserve's flora steward, Devyani Mishra, on a leisurely stroll to learn more about trees and other plants in the area and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard and bring water to drink. Leashed dogs are welcome.
The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is famous for its carriage roads and horses. Take this unique opportunity to meet one of its mounted guardians, Anne Sumers, and her mare, Shining Star. Learn all about horses and how to interact with them. You’ll also have the chance to pet and brush Shining Star if you’d like! …
Experience Sleepy Hollow after dark! Peer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club; view the night sky through a telescope and catch a glimpse of our planetary neighbors. Meet at the Rockefeller State Park Visitor’s Center courtyard, followed by a short walk on the Overlook trail to the viewing location. Dress …
Experience Sleepy Hollow after dark! Peer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club; view the night sky through a telescope and catch a glimpse of our planetary neighbors. Meet at the Rockefeller State Park Visitor’s Center courtyard, followed by a short walk on the Overlook trail to the viewing location. Dress …
Rockefeller State Park Preserve together with adjoining private lands is one of the largest undeveloped tracts of land in Westchester County. With its mix of woodlands, fields, wetlands and a lake, the Preserve supports a diversity of species, especially birds. Come find out why the National Audubon Society has designated this an Important Bird Area. A hint: nearly …
Experience Rockefeller State Park Preserve after dark for this 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. You will walk at a brisk pace; some hiking experience is recommended. Meet in the Rockefeller State Park Preserve Visitor’s Center courtyard. Please bring water, a flashlight or headlamp, and dress according to weather conditions. Leashed dogs are …
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, pencil, …
Join historian, Mike Miernik for a 3-mile hike above and around Swan Lake giving you multiple views, many of them just glimpses through the foliage. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet in the Rockefeller State Park Preserve Visitor's Center courtyard. Please bring water and wear sun protection and comfortable shoes; you will hike at a steady …
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, pencil, …
Join park historian Mike Miernik for a moderate 5-mile hike and venture outside the Preserve to Pocantico Lake, back to 13 Bridges, and then up Eagle Hill (depending on conditions). Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet in the Rockefeller State Park Preserve Visitor's Center courtyard. Please bring water and wear sun protection and comfortable shoes; we …
Rockefeller State Park Preserve together with adjoining private lands is one of the largest undeveloped tracts of land in Westchester County. With its mix of woodlands, fields, wetlands and a lake, the Preserve supports a diversity of species, especially birds. Come find out why the National Audubon Society has designated this an Important Bird Area. A hint: nearly …
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, pencil, …
Experience Rockefeller State Park Preserve after dark for this 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. You will walk at a brisk pace; some hiking experience is recommended. Meet in the Rockefeller State Park Preserve Visitor’s Center courtyard. Please bring water, a flashlight or headlamp, and dress according to weather conditions. Leashed dogs are …
Join Rockefeller State Park Preserve's flora steward, Devyani Mishra, on a leisurely stroll to learn more about trees and other plants in the area and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard and bring water to drink. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Have you ever thought about going camping but weren't sure where to start? Join Stephen Sciame of Blue Campfire Experiences, LLC and learn the basics to get you started! We’ll cover equipment, fire building, and some of the best places to camp in our area. Please wear sun protection, bring water to drink, and wear …
Join botanist Patty Butter for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of wildflowers in Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase the knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Bring a camera or cell phone to take pictures and add the …
Get to know your pace and preferred distance in this series of three hikes in Rockefeller State Park Preserve, taking place over three months and guided by Mike Miernik. Our second hike will move at a brisk, steady pace covering about 4-5 miles. This is a great opportunity for individuals to try out their hiking …
Join environmental educator, Kim Fendrich, on a journey through time at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Learn about the geologic history of this area and observe evidence of tectonic activity, glaciation, weathering, and erosion throughout the Preserve. We'll begin with a demonstration to put Earth’s 4.5 billion year history into perspective, followed by discussion and then …
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, pencil, …
Rockefeller State Park Preserve together with adjoining private lands is one of the largest undeveloped tracts of land in Westchester County. With its mix of woodlands, fields, wetlands and a lake, the Preserve supports a diversity of species, especially birds. Come find out why the National Audubon Society has designated this an Important Bird Area. A hint: nearly …
We all know lakes are full of mysterious creatures, but have you ever wondered about the sounds they make? Join musician and philosopher, David Rothenberg, in this family-friendly event as he reveals the soundscape of Rockefeller State Park Preserve's Swan Lake using special technology. You’ll hear photosynthesis in action, bugs stridulating, fish grunting, turtles and …
Experience Rockefeller State Park Preserve after dark and observe the “super” moon as it approaches perigee (when it’s closest to Earth) and therefore appears unusually large and bright! Join this 4-mile hike on carriage roads lit by moonlight. You will walk at a brisk pace; some hiking experience is recommended. Meet in the Rockefeller State …
Join botanist Patty Butter for a leisurely walk and learn about the identification of wildflowers in Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Contribute as a citizen scientist to increase the knowledge of the ecology of the Preserve by logging your observations in the iNaturalist app. Bring a camera or cell phone to take pictures and add the …
Experience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape at Rockefeller State Park Preserve. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, pencil, …
Experience Sleepy Hollow after dark! Peer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club; view the night sky through a telescope and catch a glimpse of our planetary neighbors. Meet at the Rockefeller State Park Visitor’s Center courtyard, followed by a short walk on the Overlook trail to the viewing location. Dress …
There's something for everyone in Sleepy Hollow Country—farmers markets, live music, street fairs, historic homes, hiking trails, kayaking and boating on the Hudson River. Halloween season brings even more for the whole family—haunted hayrides, blazing pumpkins, costumed 10K run, Halloween parade, and of course, the Headless Horseman! For the latest on Fall events, visit our guide to Halloween in Sleepy Hollow.