Celebrate World Turtle Day® at Great Hollow with a fun afternoon learning about turtles and tortoises from around the world! Come see live 200 pound African tortoises as well as several species of native turtles from Connecticut. Three turtle experts will be giving presentations on topics such as turtle conservation, rehabilitation, and natural history of
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Visit Great Hollow for our second annual "Hike the Hollow" event in celebration of National Trails Day®. Come take a naturalist-guided tour through Great Hollow Nature Preserve and the neighboring Michael Ciaiola Conservation Area. The hike might be challenging in spots and include uphill and downhill terrain, so please wear proper footwear, and bring a
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Sign your child up for summer fun at Great Hollow before space is gone! Our new day camp program offers children ages 4-12 the opportunity to forge lasting connections with the natural world on our 825-acre preserve in New Fairfield. Your child will spend the day outdoors, exploring Great Hollow’s creeks, forests, meadows, and trails,
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**Hollow Fest will be held today, rain or shine. Cross your fingers for nice weather!** Come out to Great Hollow on Saturday, July 1st for our first annual Hollow Fest extravaganza! There will be fun and entertainment for the whole family, including live music, a variety of activities for kids, live animal demonstrations, and raffles.
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On Sunday September 10th, Great Hollow Nature Preserve and the Putnam County Parks & Recreation Commission will be leading a special joint hike in remembrance of FDNY firefighter, George Cain, who lost his life in the attack on the World Trade Center in 2001. Cain, a Patterson NY resident and outdoor enthusiast, was often found
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