During this special winter workshop, we will come together in the spirit of self-acceptance to recenter, realign, and reconnect with our minds and hearts. We will practice methods of yoga and mindfulness, gentle breath work, aromatherapy, and journaling, to balance our emotions, release stress, and gain control over our actions in the present moment. You (Event Information)
Every season brings beautiful changes to the Preserve’s landscape, and, in Springtime, we celebrate the return of longer days, warmer temperatures – and budding trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. While these blooms occur naturally, we have much work to do to plant colorful annuals, organic vegetables and herbs, and plants to attract butterflies, honeybees, and other (Event Information)
As a precaution during this time, Starlab is canceled for March 14 and 15, and we plan to reschedule the program in the Fall. Tickets will be refunded. Please email info@sandspointpreserve.org with any questions. ______________________ (Event Information)
This event is canceled and will be rescheduled after the COVID-19 health crisis is over. Please check back for the new date. (Event Information)
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Our thanks to everyone who preregistered. Ranger Eric will be releasing young Northern Bobwhite Quail at the Preserve at 9 am on Sunday, June 18, free with admission to the park (free for Conservancy members and $10/car for non-members), so please come out and welcome our new feathered residents. They a natural (Event Information)
Discover the extraordinary biodiversity of our planet’s rainforests with Ranger Eric Powers as he shares fascinating stories about his travels through the tropical world. He’ll bring his collection of jungle artifacts, including skulls, fabrics made from bark, and children’s toys from indigenous cultures – and a few of his wonderful live pets. Rainforests are the (Event Information)
A close look at the Preserve’s soil, rocks, and fossils reveals many fascinating facts about our environment. Dirt Detectives age 4 – 10 will investigate below their feet at the beach, pond, and in the Phil Dejana Learning Center Outdoor Classroom and enjoy a range of hands-on projects and crafts, including a treasure hunt and (Event Information)
The Preserve is home to many insects, and Bug Scouts age 4 – 10 will head out to the Great Lawn, woods, pond, and beach in search of these little creatures in their habitats. We’ll look for flying insects and even dig into the soil to see what crawling bugs can be unearthed here. Participants (Event Information)
Water sustains life and has many fascinating properties, so young investigators will begin by exploring our beach’s salt water environment on the Long Island Sound. Next, we’ll gather at our fresh water pond and the Phil Dejana Learning Center Outdoor Classroom for a range of fun, age-appropriate experiments and projects for children age 4 – (Event Information)
Exercise is good for us, but what exactly is going on inside our bodies and our brains when we run, jump, and balance? In age appropriate activities, children 4 – 10 become sports scientists as they discover the science of the body in motion. Activities include a brief talk by Education Manager Tracy Strianese, followed (Event Information)
