Calendar
Events in December 2022–February 2023
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It's a Beautiful Day in December on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Tuesday Mornings!
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December 6, 2022WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesdays, November 29, December 6, 13 (rain date December 20)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Wednesday Mornings!
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December 7, 2022WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesday, November 30, December 7, 13 (rain date December 21)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Tuesday Mornings!
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December 13, 2022WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesdays, November 29, December 6, 13 (rain date December 20)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in December on Wednesday Mornings!
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December 14, 2022WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesday, November 30, December 7, 13 (rain date December 21)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
Snow Snake Creation and Racing
Snow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
Snow Snake Creation and RacingSnow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
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Snow Snake Creation and Racing
Snow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
Snow Snake Creation and RacingSnow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
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Snow Snake Creation and Racing
Snow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
Snow Snake Creation and RacingSnow Snake Creation and Racing
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December 28, 2022 – December 30, 2022
Snow Snake is a traditional Haudenosaunee game played during the winter. The object of the game is to throw your Snow Snake (a straight tree branch) the farthest along a smooth trough made in the snow. Snow Snakes come in various lengths and designs.
Five Rivers Snow Snake sessions will demonstrate how to prepare the branch for racing by removing twigs, debarking, sanding, decorating, and waxing. You will head home with a branch, sand paper, and wax to use in completing your own unique Snow Snake by Race Day.
Learn more and register here
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It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
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January 17, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesday, January 17, 24, 31, February 7 (rain date February 17)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
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January 18, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8 (rain date February 18)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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January 23, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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January 23, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
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It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
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January 24, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesday, January 17, 24, 31, February 7 (rain date February 17)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
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January 25, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8 (rain date February 18)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054Talk & Trek: Growths Called GallsTalk & Trek: Growths Called Galls
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January 25, 2023
What are those funny shaped growths on leaves, roots, twigs, plants, and flowers? Galls. Be they round, elliptical, bumpy, or bulging, most are caused by insect activity. Head afield with a Friends Naturalist in search of galls and learn of the one-to-one relationship each has with a local insect.
Learn more and register here
Talk & Trek: Growths Called GallsTalk & Trek: Growths Called Galls
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January 25, 2023
What are those funny shaped growths on leaves, roots, twigs, plants, and flowers? Galls. Be they round, elliptical, bumpy, or bulging, most are caused by insect activity. Head afield with a Friends Naturalist in search of galls and learn of the one-to-one relationship each has with a local insect.
Learn more and register here
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Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
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January 26, 2023
Winter is a wonderful time to explore the lives of insects, mammals, trees, and weed plants. With Donald W. Stokes’ A Guide to Nature In Winter as our escort, let’s head outdoors to discover life under, in and above the snow. Each week participants will prepare for our walk by reading a general information section, usually 2 to 3 pages. We will hunt for examples of our reading and delve into their unique characteristics, history, and identification.
Snowshoes will be provided if needed. Once registration is confirmed, a copy of the book will be waiting for you at the Visitor Center.
Learn more and register here
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Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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January 27, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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January 27, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
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Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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January 30, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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January 30, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
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It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
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January 31, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesday, January 17, 24, 31, February 7 (rain date February 17)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
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February 1, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8 (rain date February 18)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054Talk & Trek: Growths Called GallsTalk & Trek: Growths Called Galls
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February 1, 2023
What are those funny shaped growths on leaves, roots, twigs, plants, and flowers? Galls. Be they round, elliptical, bumpy, or bulging, most are caused by insect activity. Head afield with a Friends Naturalist in search of galls and learn of the one-to-one relationship each has with a local insect.
Learn more and register here
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Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
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February 2, 2023
Winter is a wonderful time to explore the lives of insects, mammals, trees, and weed plants. With Donald W. Stokes’ A Guide to Nature In Winter as our escort, let’s head outdoors to discover life under, in and above the snow. Each week participants will prepare for our walk by reading a general information section, usually 2 to 3 pages. We will hunt for examples of our reading and delve into their unique characteristics, history, and identification.
Snowshoes will be provided if needed. Once registration is confirmed, a copy of the book will be waiting for you at the Visitor Center.
Learn more and register here
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Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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February 3, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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February 3, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
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Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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February 6, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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February 6, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
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It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Tuesday Mornings!
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February 7, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Tuesday, January 17, 24, 31, February 7 (rain date February 17)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for TUESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054 -
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
It's a Beautiful Day in January / February on Wednesday Mornings!
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February 8, 2023WHO:
- Pre-school children ages 2-5 years and parents or adult caregiver
- Older siblings welcome on school off days
WHAT:
- Families with young children will gather for reading of a nature-themed story, take part in theme-related activities, and end with an outdoor walk
- Take home projects will be included
- Maximum size: 5 families per day
WHEN & WHERE:
- Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8 (rain date February 18)
- 90 minutes from 10:00-11:30 am
- Activities take place indoors and outdoors at Five Rivers Environmental Center
COST:
- MEMBERS: $8.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
- NON-MEMBERS: $10.00 per family, per month; $5.00 materials fee per child
HOW:
- Register and pay online via credit card for WEDNESDAY MORNINGS.
- You will have the option to mail in a check after filling out the online registration form.
- OR download this registration form and mail in with your check to:
Friends of Five Rivers
Beautiful Day Program
56 Game Farm Road
Delmar, NY 12054Talk & Trek: Growths Called GallsTalk & Trek: Growths Called Galls
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February 8, 2023
What are those funny shaped growths on leaves, roots, twigs, plants, and flowers? Galls. Be they round, elliptical, bumpy, or bulging, most are caused by insect activity. Head afield with a Friends Naturalist in search of galls and learn of the one-to-one relationship each has with a local insect.
Learn more and register here
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Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
Talk & Trek: Exploring Winter Activity
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February 9, 2023
Winter is a wonderful time to explore the lives of insects, mammals, trees, and weed plants. With Donald W. Stokes’ A Guide to Nature In Winter as our escort, let’s head outdoors to discover life under, in and above the snow. Each week participants will prepare for our walk by reading a general information section, usually 2 to 3 pages. We will hunt for examples of our reading and delve into their unique characteristics, history, and identification.
Snowshoes will be provided if needed. Once registration is confirmed, a copy of the book will be waiting for you at the Visitor Center.
Learn more and register here
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Maple Sugaring at Home
Maple Sugaring at Home
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February 17, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here
Maple Sugaring at HomeMaple Sugaring at Home
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February 17, 2023
Learn how to Maple Sugar at home in time for the sap run. Spend an hour with a Friends Naturalist learning how to identify a maple tree, tap a spile, and collect sap. View one method for evaporating sap to syrup at home and ask questions before leaving with a spile and a smile!
Learn more and register here