Public Programs Are Open!
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All Events
Hike and Seek Evening for 5th - 6th Graders
Join the FRNC team as we play a large, group session of hide and seek in the RNC forest.
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Garden Prep
Spring into spring, roll up your sleeves and dive into the vibrant world of gardening. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, it's the perfect time to prepare our gardens for a season of abundant growth and beauty.
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Intro To Birding
Learn more about our local birds as they start to migrate back to the area.
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Family Campout
This is the perfect way to introduce your family to the joys of camping. Bring your own tent or borrow one of ours (supplies limited) the price includes dinner, breakfast, and a guided hike.
This event is for members only
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Pond Investigation
Come to the Nature Center and learn all about the animals that call our pond home!
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How Do You Play In The Mud?
Join us for a muddy adventure in nature! While the chefs are cooking, learn more about the Forest School’s approach to play-based and nature-based education from FRNC Educator(s).
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Bird Watch!
Join us for a guided Bird Watch hike on Friday, March 28th, with two available sessions from 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM and 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Explore the forest as we identify local bird species, listen to their meditative calls, and discover what our students have learned about the birds in our ecosystem this year. Pre-registration is required.
Old-Fashioned Winter’s Afternoon/Member Day
Enjoy log-sawing, maple sugaring, crafts, winter-themed carnival games, and more at this 48-year-old Rye tradition!
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Maple Sugaring
Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
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Maple Sugaring
Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
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Animal Meet and Greet
Join us for a meet and greet with the Nature Center animals! Children and families will get to learn about our resident mammals, reptiles, and birds.
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Turkey Hike
Join our staff as we search for local turkeys in the forest and create a Thanksgiving craft.
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Pumpkin Smash and Composting
Not sure what to do with all those leftover pumpkins from Halloween? Bring them to the Nature Center and learn how smashing them up and composting them can be great for the earth!
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47 Miles Fall Festival: Veteran's Day Adventure
School’s out, so bring the family to Rye Nature Center for an afternoon of fall fun! Join us for our 47 Miles for 47 Acres Challenge – a special hiking experience that invites you to explore the beautiful grounds and connect with nature
Bird Seed Orders Due
Help us support our feathered friends while making a difference in our community!
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Project Feederwatch
Observe, record, and count our feathered friends that visit our bird feeders from the comfort of our wildlife observation deck.
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Leaf ID Hike and Craft
Hike with an FRNC naturalist and leaf peep at the Rye Nature Center!
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Naturalist in Your Neighborhood (Day 2)
An FRNC naturalist will visit your property and provide suggestions on how to make it more welcoming to wildlife through eco-friendly methods.
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Hike & Seek Evening for 5th - 6th Graders
Join the FRNC team as we play a large, group session of hide and seek in the RNC forest.
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Naturalist in Your Neighborhood (Day 1)
An FRNC naturalist will visit your property and provide suggestions on how to make it more welcoming to wildlife through eco-friendly methods.
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Family Campout
This is the perfect way to introduce your family to the joys of the outdoors. Bring your own tent or borrow one of ours (supplies limited) the price includes dinner, breakfast, and a guided hike.
This event is for members only.
Pollinator Pathways
Learn how to best support the needs of pollinators that are vital to our environment and food sources. Join Rye and the surrounding region to create a Pollinator Pathway network of pollinator-friendly habitats.
FREE
Composting for Our Forests and Beyond
Participants will learn how composting can help restore our forest soil ecosystem and what the best resources are for doing so at home. The program will consist of a 40-minute presentation, 30-minute interactive outdoor demonstration, and a 20-minute Q&A session.
Seed Starting
Join us for a day of hands-on gardening education. Families will decorate pots and plant their own seeds, then learn about the importance of local pollinators.
$5/person
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