Apr 08 Wednesday
Egg-Citing Animal Adventures
Join us for a fun-filled day of discovery during spring break!
Kids will embark on an outdoor exploration looking for amphibian eggs in our ponds and vernal pool! Learn about the different egg laying animals through an animal show including a snake, frog, and owl! And we will wrap up the day with an egg drop to learn about the protective strategies eggs use!
Registration is required.
Dress for the weather (especially rain boots and a change of clothes), bring a lunch and don’t forget your water.
Apr 18 Saturday
Join us in the captivating realm of frogs and insects in our brand-new program! Join us for an unforgettable exploration of these incredible creatures, with a special focus on those that call vernal pools their seasonal home.
Experience the wonder of their metamorphic life cycles as we unravel the mysteries of their development from egg to adult. Gain insights into the vital role vernal pools play in supporting diverse ecosystems and the fascinating adaptations of the creatures that inhabit them.
Apr 22 Wednesday
Join us as we celebrate our 53rd birthday and Earth Day! We’ll kick off the festivities with a community clean-up of our grounds and the nearby roadway. After we tidy up and make a positive impact, we’ll head indoors to enjoy some well-earned birthday cake.
Please register in advance so Maggie, our volunteer coordinator, can reach out with clean-up details—plus, we want to be sure we have enough cake for everyone!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
May 28 Thursday
Join us for the 36th annual Matthews Auto Bearcats Golf Classic at The Links at Hiawatha Landing, hosted by the Binghamton Bearcats Athletic Association (BBAA). The event raises money to support Binghamton University student-athletes. All entries include a complimentary greens fee to be used at a later date, Binghamton University apparel, unlimited driving range use, breakfast/lunch/dinner (dependent on a.m. or p.m. session), on course amenities such as beverages, snacks, clams, and contests. Visit our website for more information or to register. www.binghamtonbearcats.com/golfclassic
Jul 08 Wednesday
Join us to explore the fascinating fossils you can find in your own backyard! Discover the dinosaurs that once roamed our region and learn what their ancient world looked like. We’ll also introduce you to some of our animal ambassadors, modern-day relatives of those distant dinos!
Registration is appreciated
Aug 01 Saturday
Tour de Keuka is an annual charity bike ride around Keuka Lake in the beautiful Finger Lakes of New York State. The ride benefits United Way of the Southern Tier.Offering 3 different in-person courses and a virtual option, there’s an option for nearly every skill level! Every rider receives a Tour de Keuka T-shirt and finisher gift. All participants pay a registration fee and agree to fundraise or donate $150. Riders who raise $350 or more will receive a free Tour de Keuka jersey.
Aug 12 Wednesday
What animals migrate? The answer may surprise you!
Join us for a fun and informative program all about the species that migrate and the reasons behind their incredible journeys. We’ll meet some of our animal ambassadors who could migrate in the wild, then take a short walk through our pollinator garden and around the pond to look for migrating butterflies or birds.
Feel free to bring your own binoculars if you’d like to do some birdwatching!
Dec 19 Saturday
This is the monthly membership meeting of the Adirondack Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society. It is free and open to the public. The February meeting will be where members of the group present their own gardening experiences. Later in the year there will be presentations by experts from all over the world.
Jan 16 Saturday
Oct 16 Saturday