Great Hollow

Spring Break - Aquatic Investigations, for ages 6-10
2017-04-10 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Looking for something fun and educational for your child to do over the spring break? Sign them up for a School Break Adventures program at Great Hollow! In our Aquatic Investigations session, students will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty and their feet wet as they explore Great Hollow’s streams looking for signs of life. Through hands-on activities and games, students will learn how to identify a variety of stream organisms, determine the health of the stream ecosystem, and how aquatic invertebrates compare to their terrestrial counterparts. This is a full-day, drop-off program. $45 per child for members; $50 for non-members. Please email Great Hollow’s Education Coordinator, Sena, at sena@greathollow.org for more information.
For ages 6-10. Return to events calendar to register for the Aquatic Investigations session for ages 8-12 on April 12.

**CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE** The Big Night - Vernal Pool Hike
2017-03-31 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Towner Hill Preserve, 35 CT-37, Sherman, CT, 06784, United States
NOTICE: Due to weather conditions and the current status of the vernal pools, tonight’s Vernal Pool Hike has been cancelled. Please contact John at jfoley@greathollow.org to receive updates about rescheduling.

Join Great Hollow’s naturalist, John Foley, for a fun hike to a vernal pool to learn about what every naturalist knows as “The Big Night.” The date is tentative because weather conditions need to be just right (light rain with temperatures in the mid to high 40’s), but participants will almost certainly get to witness the yearly mass migration of spotted salamanders and wood frogs to their breeding pools. We will meet at the White Silo Winery in Sherman (32 Route 37) and then hike to the vernal pools at the Naromi Land Trust’s Towner Hill Preserve. The hike is somewhat steep in some sections. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp, rain gear, and sturdy boots. No dogs, please. Reserve a space and sign up to receive updates about the date and time by emailing John at jfoley@greathollow.org. Suggested donation of $5 per person for non-members of Great Hollow or Naromi Land Trust.

Bird Photography Presentation and Workshop
2017-03-19 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
The Great Hollow Photographers Club is pleased to host noted bird photographer, Dennis Larkin, who will lead a bird photography presentation and workshop that you won’t want to miss. Dennis will share camera techniques and teach everyone the secrets to taking wonderful bird photographs. Bring examples of your own bird photos for display and discussion, if you have any. All ages and skill levels welcome. Suggestion donation of $5 per person for non-members. Please email John at jfoley@greathollow.org to sign up. (Photo by Dennis Larkin)

Winter Survival
2017-03-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Join us on Saturday, March 11th as we explore the many adaptations that animals (and people!) have for surviving the cold winter months. Through hands-on activities, games, and a guided hike in the woods, children will discover how fascinating nature in winter can be. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Suggested donation of $5 per child. Please contact our Education Coordinator, Sena at sena@greathollow.org to register. Space is limited to 12.

Winter Photography Walk
2017-02-18 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
The Great Hollow Photographers Club is hosting a winter nature photography workshop on Saturday, February 18th. Come enjoy a wintery hike to Great Hollow’s waterfall to capture scenes of nature under challenging winter conditions. We’ll start off with some classroom tips on cold weather photography and then go for a short walk – hopefully in the snow! Dress warmly, wear gloves and appropriate footwear for winter hiking, and bring a tripod if you have one. All ages and skill levels welcome. No dogs, please. Suggested donation of $5 for non-members. Email John at jfoley@greathollow.org to sign up. (photo by John Charles)

Make Your Own Pan Flute
2017-02-11 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Join us from 2:00-3:30 pm on Saturday, February 11th to learn how to turn the non-native invasive plant, Japanese knotweed, into something useful — a beautiful musical instrument! Children will harvest the knotweed, cut it to size, and assemble their own flutes. They may even learn a song or two! Recommended for ages 6 and up. Suggested donation of $5. Please contact our Education Coordinator, Sena at sena@greathollow.org to sign up. Space is limited to 12.

Groundhog Day Weekend Hike
2017-02-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Any animal holiday is an excuse to set aside time for a great hike! Come join us for a naturalist-led hike exploring our trail system’s newest addition, the White Trail. The hike is moderately easy and leashed dogs are welcome. To register, please contact John at jfoley@greathollow.org

Owl Detectives
2017-01-21 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
What’s on an owl’s dinner menu? Find out with us on Saturday, January 21st as we dissect owl pellets and identify the indigestible remnants of an owl’s last meal! Is it poop?! No. Is it puke?! Well, sort of. In this fun and wildly popular activity, kids will sort through tiny bones, teeth, and fur to figure out what animals got nabbed by these amazing predators. Two sessions are available, from 1 to 2:30 pm and 3 to 4:30 pm, and are limited to 12 participants each. Recommended for ages 5+. Suggested donation of $10 for materials. Please email our Education Coordinator, Sena, at sena@greathollow.org by January 20th to sign up.

Winter Tree Identification
2017-01-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Join us from 11 to 12 pm on Sunday, January 8th for a guided hike around Great Hollow with our naturalist John Foley, who will teach some basic skills for identifying trees during the wintertime and discuss many of the emerging diseases that trees in our region now face. Dress warmly and wear appropriate footwear. Please email John at jfoley@greathollow.org by January 7th to sign up.

School Break Adventures: Nature Ninjas session, ages 8-12
2016-12-30 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Looking for something exciting and educational for your child to do during the holiday break? Sign them up for the School Break Adventures program at Great Hollow! Each day-long session will provide your child with the opportunity to explore all Great Hollow has to offer. Along with indoor and outdoor activities related to the day’s theme, each session will include unstructured time for playing in the woods. Please provide a lunch, two snacks, plenty of water, and appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the cold. This is a drop-off program. For more information, please email our Education Coordinator, Sena, at sena@greathollow.org.
Nature Ninjas, for ages 8-12
We will spend the morning learning the basics of map reading and animal tracking. In the afternoon, we will put our new skills to the test by working together to complete a scavenger hunt and solve a mystery in Great Hollow’s woods.
Register for this session below. $45 for members, $50 for non-members.

School Break Adventures: Wild Winter session, ages 8-12
2016-12-29 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Looking for something exciting and educational for your child to do during the holiday break? Sign them up for the School Break Adventures program at Great Hollow! Each day-long session will provide your child with the opportunity to explore all Great Hollow has to offer. Along with indoor and outdoor activities related to the day’s theme, each session will include unstructured time for playing in the woods. Please provide a lunch, two snacks, plenty of water, and appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the cold. This is a drop-off program. For more information, please email our Education Coordinator, Sena, at sena@greathollow.org.
Wild Winter, for ages 8-12
Join us on Thursday, December 29th as we explore the many adaptations that animals have for surviving the winter months. Through indoor and outdoor games, hands-on activities, and hikes in the woods, children will discover how fascinating nature in winter can be.
Register for this session below. $45 for members, $50 for non-members.

School Break Adventures: Nature Ninjas session, ages 6-10
2016-12-28 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Looking for something exciting and educational for your child to do during the holiday break? Sign them up for the School Break Adventures program at Great Hollow! Each day-long session will provide your child with the opportunity to explore all Great Hollow has to offer. Along with indoor and outdoor activities related to the day’s theme, each session will include unstructured time for playing in the woods. Please provide a lunch, two snacks, plenty of water, and appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the cold. This is a drop-off program. For more information, please email our Education Coordinator, Sena at sena@greathollow.org.
Nature Ninjas, for ages 6-10
We will spend the morning learning the basics of map reading and animal tracking. In the afternoon, we will put our new skills to the test by working together to complete a scavenger hunt and solve a mystery in Great Hollow’s woods.
Register for this session below. $45 for members, $50 for non-members.

School Break Adventures: Wild Winter session, ages 6-10
2016-12-27 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Looking for something exciting and educational for your child to do during the holiday break? Sign them up for the School Break Adventures program at Great Hollow! Each day-long session will provide your child with the opportunity to explore all Great Hollow has to offer. Along with indoor and outdoor activities related to the day’s theme, each session will include unstructured time for playing in the woods. Please provide a lunch, two snacks, plenty of water, and appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the cold. This is a drop-off program. For more information, please email our Education Coordinator, Sena, at sena@greathollow.org.
Wild Winter, for ages 6-10
Join us on Tuesday, December 27th as we explore the many adaptations that animals have for surviving the winter months. Through indoor and outdoor games, hands-on activities, and hikes in the woods, children will discover how fascinating nature in winter can be.
Register for this session below. $45 for members, $50 for non-members.

Make Your Own Bird Feeders - afternoon session
2016-12-04 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Help out your backyard feathered friends this winter by making your very own biodegradable bird feeders. Join us on Sunday, December 4th as we make bird food garlands and suet log feeders that you can take home and proudly display in your yard to attract cardinals, chickadees, nuthatches, woodpeckers, and more. Two sessions are available, 10:00 am to 11:30 am and 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, and are limited to 10 participants each. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Suggested donation of $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased below for the 2 pm session. Please go back to events calendar to purchase a ticket to the 10:00 am session.
*Please note that peanut butter will be used in making portions of the feeders.

Make Your Own Bird Feeders - morning session
2016-12-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Help out your backyard feathered friends this winter by making your very own biodegradable bird feeders. Join us on Sunday, December 4th as we make bird food garlands and suet log feeders that you can take home and proudly display in your yard to attract cardinals, chickadees, nuthatches, woodpeckers, and more. Two sessions are available, 10:00 am to 11:30 am and 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, and are limited to 10 participants each. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Suggested donation of $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased below for the 10:00 am session. Please go back to events calendar to purchase a ticket to the 2:00 pm session.
*Please note that peanut butter will be used in making portions of the feeders.

A Retrospective History of Haviland Hollow and Great Hollow
2016-11-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
From Walter Gordon Merritt to Solomon and Roger Haviland, the families and houses of the Hollows’ neighborhood will be traced through pictures and maps to illustrate a more than 250-year history. Some hints about the prehistoric importance of the Hollows will also be discussed. Views of the Coburn school and church, and the Benjamin Haviland house, and the ancestry of Mr. Merritt and of the Gerows of Locust Glen will be among the many items presented.

Full Moon Hike
2016-11-12 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Enjoy a moonlit stroll up to the waterfall and listen for owls with Great Hollow’s naturalist, John Foley. Remember to dress warm, wear sturdy footwear, and bring a flashlight or headlamp (please check and make sure the batteries work prior to the hike!). The hike is weather dependent and reservations are requested. Please, no dogs. Contact John at jfoley@greathollow.org to sign up.

A Night on the Patio with Musician Don Lowe
2016-11-04 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Enjoy an intimate night at Great Hollow with complimentary wine, cheese boards, and s’mores roasted over the fire, all while listening to live acoustic music from Don Lowe & Friends. Join us for this fundraiser to help support our mission of promoting wildlife conservation, research and education. *Please note time change* Now starting at 5:30 pm.
To purchase tickets, scroll to the bottom of the page and enter how many tickets you would like. Then click “add to cart” to begin the checkout process.
To manually request reservations offline, please contact John at jfoley@greathollowct.org

Wilderness Survival Skills for Kids-- **Moved to Sunday Rain Date**
2016-10-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Great Hollow is kicking off a 3-part series for kids to engage in fun activities that will teach them some of the most fundamental and important skills for surviving in the wilderness. The series starts with Fire Building on Sunday October 23rd [MOVED FROM SATURDAY DUE TO RAIN], with one session from 10am to noon and another from 2 to 4 pm. Kids will learn how to identify local trees and plants that are best suited for kindling, tinder, and fuel, be taught a variety of techniques for setting up a fire, and be allowed to practice lighting with matches, flint, steel, and bow drills. Parents might also learn a thing or two! Please email our Education Coordinator, Sena at sena@greathollow.org, if you are thinking of attending. A suggested donation of $5 per child is greatly appreciated. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Saturday Yoga
2016-10-22 09:30 - 10:45 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Saturday morning yoga is back! But indoors, of course. By popular demand, we are resuming Saturday morning yoga classes at Great Hollow with new instructor, Mariya Hurwitz. While former instructor Andrea Laubstein is away in India, Mariya is going to keep the tradition going and offer a wide variety of classes and workshops geared towards all different skill levels. Mariya is a 200-hour certified instructor with 15 years of experience. She also has children’s and prenatal certifications, and training in Yoga Nidra and meditation. Email Mariya each week to reserve a space, which is limited to 18 people. Suggested donation of $15. Every Saturday, 9:30 – 10:45 am unless otherwise noted

Haunting At The Hollow
2016-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Tickets available online at http://www.hauntingatthehollow.com

The new Great Hollow Photography Club kick off night!
2016-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
The Great Hollow Nature Preserve is ready to launch it’s very own photo club. We’d love to have you join us for our organizing meeting on Wednesday, Oct 5, at 6 pm at Great Hollow.
The photo club is open to all ages and skill levels. We’ll tend to focus on landscape, animal, flower and all other kinds of “nature” photography. (pun intended!)
We’ll assemble at Great Hollow at 6pm on Wed Oct 5 for pizza and soda, and start the actual meeting at 6:30 pm, ending by 8 pm at the latest.
Our agenda topics for this meeting will be:
6 to 6:30 pm: Assemble, introduce ourselves and make new friends
6:30 to 8 pm:
– Discuss the goals and objectives of the club
– Establish an activity schedule for 4th Quarter 2016
– Solicit volunteers to enable the activities
– Identify potential new members
– Other business as suggested by attendants
Please forward this invitation to your photo-loving friends – all are welcome to join us.
Please RSVP to John Foley (jfoley@greathollowct.org) to let us know if you can come – we look forward to seeing you!
Very best regards,
John Charles O’Donnell
Organizing Volunteer
Great Hollow Photo Club

Creating Self Practice with Yoga
2016-09-18 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Creating a Self Practice Workshop- 9-11:30am
Come learn how to create your own self practice that you can do at home and on your own. Discover how to make yoga a part of your daily routine based on your specific needs and potentials. The workshop will include a discussion followed by an opportunity to get on your mat and practice, ask questions and receive individualized suggestions and feedback.
To register, contact: andrealaubstein@gmail.com
Suggested donation: $20

George Cain Memorial Hike
2016-09-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
In 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 created both a trailhead and outdoor monument to dedicate him. We will meet at the Great Hollow parking lot at 9am and then carpool up to the Cain Memorial trailhead off Old Stage Coach Rd.
More details to follow for hike duration and times. Please join us in this special event

Yoga Therapy Workshop
2016-09-04 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Yoga 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 overview of the potential benefits yoga can offer as a parallel therapy but should in no way be considered professional medical advice.
To register, contact: andrealaubstein@gmail.com

Two Coyotes Wilderness Camp
2016-08-22 10:00 - 2016-08-26 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Two 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 with the Earth. Join us as we explore nature together, get mud between the toes and make friendships that last a lifetime.
Date: August 22-26
Ages: 5-7 and 8-13
Location: Great Hollow Nature Preserve, Address: 225 CT-37 in New Fairfield, CT
Cost: $355*
*Scholarships Available
Spots Fill Up Fast. Ready to Register? Click Here:http://www.twocoyotes.org/

The Bobcat - Connecticut’s Secretive Wild Cat
2016-08-20 17:30 - 18:45 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Join 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 through the CT DEEP. He is past President of Residents Advocating Conservation, has been active in youth athletics and served on many local boards and commissions. His interests include the outdoors, nature, hiking, biking, politics, and travel. Paul holds a BA from Wesleyan University and served honorably in the United States Army.

Kids Salamander Survey Day
2016-08-14 10:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Kid’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 critters. We will also learn about the much overlooked critical role that salamanders play in our ecosystems. Finally, participants will get a homework assignment to draw and color a picture of their favorite salamanders.
To register and for more information contact John at jfoley@greathollowct.org

Kids & Teens Outdoor Yoga Workshop
2016-08-07 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Cranberry Mountain WMA, Patterson, NY, 12563, United States
Kids/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 will experience a range of yoga poses, partner poses, breathing techniques and meditation to help them navigate their teen years. Both the kids and teens will have the opportunity to take advantage of our beautiful surroundings at Great Hollow as we get in touch with our environment and discover the energy and peacefulness of nature. Email: andrealaubstein@gmail.com to register. Suggested donation is $15.
Children 4-8 years old: 9:00-10:45am
Tweens and Teens ages 9+: 11:00am-1:00pm

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