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Forest Bathing with Jane Dobson
Forest Bathing with Jane Dobson
Join Jane Dobson, Mindful Nature Guide, in the Japanese practice of Forest Bathing. Introduced in the 1980s, Forest Bathing began as a preventative healthcare practice to counter the daily stress of everyday life. Even after small periods of time in a natural environment, we experience real and measurable physical and mental health benefits including reduced levels
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Come along with Heather Houskeeper, The Botanical Hiker, for a guided walk at the beautiful Mohonk Preserve and learn about the edible and medicinal plants that call this special landscape home. Many of these plants may be found on other favorite trails, in your own backyard, or in urban parks. Learn helpful hints for identifying
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Spring Mushrooms Webinar with Bill Bakaitis
Spring Mushrooms Webinar with Bill Bakaitis
Spring is a great time to begin to see and identify the thousands of mushrooms which will come to fill our forests and fields with their astonishing variety. Fortunately, the number of species fruiting in the spring is limited, allowing us to learn a few species at a time. This illustrated lecture webinar, designed for
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Spring Mushroom Hike
Spring Mushroom Hike
Join mycologist Bill Bakaitis and Community Science Coordinator Penny Adler-Colvin for a hike looking for the emerging springtime mushrooms of our forests. While there will be no collecting of mushrooms during the hike, there will be plenty of learning and field identification! Come dressed for the weather with sturdy footwear. This is a free program
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Hike with a Naturalist – May Migrants
Hike with a Naturalist – May Migrants
Every third Thursday of the month join Mohonk Preserve staff on a slow-paced hike exploring the natural wonders of the Shawangunk Ridge. Each month will focus on a different seasonal theme. In May, migratory birds return to the Hudson Valley on their way to their breeding grounds. Come along to spot a few warblers, meadowlarks,
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Early Morning Bird Walk
Early Morning Bird Walk
Join Mohonk Preserve Conservation Science and Education staff on an early morning bird walk to seek the migrating songbirds of spring. No experience is necessary and beginners are welcome. Bring binoculars if you own a pair (a few pairs will be available on a first come first served basis). This program includes a 1-2 mile
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Forest Bathing with Jane Dobson
Forest Bathing with Jane Dobson
Join Jane Dobson, Mindful Nature Guide, in the Japanese practice of Forest Bathing. Introduced in the 1980s, Forest Bathing began as a preventative healthcare practice to counter the daily stress of everyday life. Even after small periods of time in a natural environment, we experience real and measurable physical and mental health benefits including reduced levels
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Late Spring Wildflower Hike
Late Spring Wildflower Hike
Join Michael Rider, Mohonk Preserve Volunteer, on this forest and ridge hike to search for the colorful blooms of later spring. Look for the Canada Mayflower, Solomon’s Seal, Yellow Violet, Crowfoot, White Baneberry and Pink Lady Slipper. Ages 15 and up are welcome and must always be accompanied by an adult. This is an easy
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Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Come along with Heather Houskeeper, The Botanical Hiker, for a guided walk at the beautiful Mohonk Preserve and learn about the edible and medicinal plants that call this special landscape home. Many of these plants may be found on other favorite trails, in your own backyard, or in urban parks. Learn helpful hints for identifying
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Please join us for a guided tour of the night sky! John R. Kirk Planetarium Director Raj Pandya will lead us through the stars and constellations. The dark skies at Mohonk Preserve, undisturbed by major light pollution, are an outstanding viewing location for stars, planets and other celestial objects. Bring a flashlight, warm layers, and
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Black Birders Week: Beginning Birder Walk
Black Birders Week: Beginning Birder Walk
New to birding? Not sure where to begin? Learning how to look for and identify birds can feel a little overwhelming! Join Mohonk Preserve Education staff on a morning bird walk and learn tips on where, when, and how to look for birds! Bring binoculars if you own a pair (a few pairs will be
Social Dance with Nina Jirka
Social Dance with Nina Jirka
There is nothing more wonderful than to know how to cooperate - dance with another human being! Come dance with us and gain the ability to improvise to any music with a partner. Develop and practice creativity, cooperation, connection, and joy. Instructor Nina Jirka is dedicated to creating a supportive and relaxed atmosphere for all