Events - North Shore Land Alliance

Nature Scavenger Hunt at Iselin Preserve (Kids Activity)
Thursday, July 8, 10:00 am - Join us for a nature scavenger hunt as we explore the three unique ecological communities of Iselin Preserve
Shakuhachi at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, July 10, 11:00 AM - Join Daniel Nyohaku Soergel at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden for his Traditional Bamboo Flute Music.
Heritage Committee Summer Garden Party
Saturday, July 10 5:00 PM - Join the North Shore Land Alliance Young Professional Group for their Annual Summer Party at the Humes Preserve.
Sunset Paddle, Explore the Beauty of Cold Spring Harbor
Wednesday, July 14, 5:00 pm - Looking for a fun summer activity? Explore the cultural and natural beauty of Cold Spring Harbor at sunset by kayak.
Long Island Clean-Water Vendor Day
Wednesday, July 14, 11:00 am - Learn about clean-water septic systems that can remove up to 90% of nitrogen from wastewater. Registration Required
Tour of the Sisters of St. Joseph Campus, Brentwood
Saturday, July 17th, 10:00 am - If you've never visited the Sisters of St. Josephs' sprawling and thriving campus you are in for a treat!
Nature Scavenger Hunt at Shore Road Sanctuary (Kids Activity)
Saturday, July 17, 10:00 am - Come out to Shore Road Sanctuary for a nature scavenger hunt as we explore the grassland, wet meadow and beach.
Wildlife Presentation – Birds, Mammals and Reptiles (Kids)
Tuesday, July 20, 10:00 am - Young Explorers will meet live wildlife that call Long Island home, learn how to protect habitat and participate in fun activities.
Japanese Tea Ceremony (Stroll Garden Members Only)
Saturday, July 24, 5:00 PM - Stroll Garden members are cordially invited to attend a traditional Japanese tea ceremony demonstration with Keiko Kitazawa
Nature Scavenger Hunt at Humes Preserve (Kids Activity)
Thursday, August 5th, 2:00 pm - Join our Young Explorers Group for a nature scavenger hunt through the woodland trail at the Humes Preserve!
Bonsai Exhibit at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, August 7th & Sunday, 8th, 1:00 PM - Join us this weekend for a Bonsai Exhibit led by Hal Johnson from the Long Island Bonsai Society.
Explore Critters at Wawapek (Kids Activity)
Saturday, August 14th, 10:00 am - Bring your children and explore the forest of Wawapek as we learn about what critters call it home.
Shakuhachi at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, August 14, 11:00 AM - Join Daniel Nyohaku Soergel at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden for his Traditional Bamboo Flute Music.
What to Plant in Summer for a Fall Harvest
Saturday, August 21, 10:00 am – Master Gardeners will teach you what to plant in your garden in late summer for a bountiful Fall harvest.
Literary Nature Walk at Caumsett State Park
Tuesday, August 24, 9:30 am - Virginia Dankel's walk will highlight lots of inspirational readings in addition to nature (of course!).
Learn about cardinal flower at Humes and Shu Swamp
Saturday, August 28th, 10:00 am - Learn all about the iconic cardinal flower its value to wildlife, and an exciting research project that is underway.
Pollinators at the Humes Preserve (Kids Activity)
Saturday, September 11, 10:00 am - Meander through the Humes meadow and count the number of butterflies present.
Shakuhachi at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, Sept. 11, 11:00 AM - Join Daniel Nyohaku Soergel at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden for his Traditional Bamboo Flute Music.
Paddle Lower Hempstead Harbor by Kayak
Saturday, September 11th, 2:00 pm - Enjoy the beauty of Hempstead Harbor by kayak. We’ll set out from North Hempstead Beach Park.
Stories and Nature Walk at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, September 18, 3:00 PM - Stroll through the Garden accompanied by Japanese stories, inspiring anecdotes, a group Haiku and reflective moments.
Owl Prowl after Dark at Wawapek
Friday, September 24, 7:00 pm - A magical opportunity! Stella does the best Eastern Screech Owl call around and has a knack for enticing other owl species.
SAVE THE DATE!
Annual Wine Auction & Dinner
A new date for our Annual Wine Auction & Dinner will be announced. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Liz Swenson at 516-922-1028.
Bamboo in Northeastern Landscapes Walk at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Sunday, October 3, 11:00 am - Bamboo in Northeastern Landscapes Walk with Michael Veracka, SUNY Farmingdale.
Explore Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center
Wednesday, October 6, 2:00 pm - Peruse exhibits before heading out to the ocean and bay to look for fall migrant butterflies and birds.
Shakuhachi at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Saturday, October 9, 11:00 AM – Join Daniel Nyohaku Soergel at the Humes Japanese Stroll Garden for his Traditional Bamboo Flute Music.
Nature Walk at Cranberry Bog Nature Preserve
Saturday, October 23, 10:00 am - Mushrooms, cranberries and fall color make this the most beguiling time of year.
Walk and Forage at Roosevelt Preserve
Saturday, November 6th, 11:00 am - Take in the beauty of this Preserve as we recognize Theodore Roosevelt's birthday.
Hike Cushman Woods
Sunday, December 5th, 11:00 am - Learn about this hilly, majestic tucked-away woodland and its diverse plant community.