Big Apple Birds
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesTourists abound in New York City, including the thousands upon thousands of migrating birds that pass through the city’s parks to rest and refuel on their long journeys. Places like Central Park are world famous for bird-watching, but are they any good for the birds themselves? Come hear Great Hollow Executive Director, Chad Seewagen’s presentation
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Outdoor Painting Workshop
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesPomperaug Outdoor Painters will host a free outdoor painting workshop, featuring professional ‘plein air’ artists Ed Martinez (Oil) and Deborah Chabrian (Watercolor) of South Kent. All skill levels are welcome and seasoned POP volunteer artists will work one-on-one with beginners. Please register by emailing .
“Bird Collisions with Windows – Conservation Implications and What You Can Do to Help”
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesUp to 1 billion birds per year are estimated to die from collisions with windows in the U.S. alone. Come hear Dr. Christine Sheppard of the American Bird Conservancy talk about why birds hit windows, why this is a real threat to bird species across the country, and simple, inexpensive ways to make your home’s
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Kids & Teens Outdoor Yoga Workshop
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesKids/Teens Outdoor Yoga Workshop August 7th: This special workshop will expose children to the wonder of yoga as we introduce them to the mind-body connection. We will learn different yoga poses, tell stories, play games and learn how to relax and breath. Children are sure to leave feeling calm, connected and serene. Tweens and teens
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Kids Salamander Survey Day
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesKid’s Salamander Survey Day! Come enjoy a citizen science-based workshop where we will discover and learn about the species of salamanders that inhabit our streams at Great Hollow. Our workshop will be a “hands on” experience for kids to get in ankle-deep water and learn the skills and techniques biologists use to uncover these secretive
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The Bobcat – Connecticut’s Secretive Wild Cat
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesJoin us for a fascinating presentation on the natural history of Bobcats in Connecticut by Master Wildlife Conservationist, Paul Colburn. We’ll hear about this elusive cat’s diet, behavior, and reproduction, and the habitats in CT in which it lives. Bobcat artifacts will be shared with the audience. Paul Colburn is a certified Master Wildlife Conservationist
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Two Coyotes Wilderness Camp
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesTwo Coyotes Is Now Offering Summer Camp For 1 Week (Aug 22-26) at Great Hollow Nature Preserve in New Fairfield, CT! LEARN WILDERNESS SURVIVAL SKILLS: Learn to live in the wild. What plant to eat, how to make a bowl, a fire and survive in the wild. Play fun nature games and fall in love
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Yoga Therapy Workshop
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesYoga Therapy Workshop- 9-11:30am In this workshop we will discuss some of the ways yoga can be used as therapy for conditions including back pain, diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety/depression, digestive, endocrine and respiratory disorders. We will also have a practical session exploring some of these therapeutic techniques. This workshop is meant as a brief
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George Cain Memorial Hike
Cranberry Mountain WMA Patterson, NY, United StatesIn rememberence of George Cain, a NYC firefighter who died in the World Trade Center attacks on 9/11, staff from Great Hollow Nature Preserve and Putnam County Parks will be offering this special hike. Cain, a local outdoor enthusiast was often found hking and bicycling the Walter Merritt Park. After 9/11, Putnam County Parks graciously
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