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Nature’s Best Hope: A Conversation with Doug Tallamy

Posted by Admin on December 9, 2022

Nature’s Best Hope: A Conversation with Doug Tallamy Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 6:00 pm (Book signing to follow) Planting Fields Arboretum, Coe Hall 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771 North Shore Land Alliance in partnership with North Country Garden Club, Planting Fields Foundation and the Nature Conservancy are pleased to present a lecture by Doug Tallamy, Chair of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware – a rock star in his field! Professor Tallamy will discuss his book Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Stats in Your Yard. This New York Times bestseller urges homeowners to take conservation into their own hands by turning their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. Tallamy argues that empowering each of us to do our part to support nature in our backyards might just be nature’s best hope for survival and he will discuss simple steps that each of us can and must take to reverse declining biodiversity. The lecture will be followed by a book signing and light refreshments. Books will be available for purchase onsite. Our online registration is closed due to seating limitations. Please visit Planting Fields Foundation website for more information. https://plantingfields.org/happenings/natures-best-hope-a-conversation-with-doug-tallamy/ Events are subject to change, so please check our website for updates. If you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please contact us so we may contact those on the waiting list. Questions? For more information please contact Contact Deb Wiener at 516-922-1028 or [email protected].

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Explore the Habitats of Sound View Dunes Park

Posted by Admin on December 6, 2022

Explore the Habitats of Sound View Dunes Park Saturday, May 13, 2023, 9:00 am Sound View Dunes Park, Southold LED BY JOHN TURNER Explore Sound View Dunes Park’s 57 acres of beach, dune, wetland and forest habitats with one of Long Island’s most loved and respected naturalists. The focus will be on birds during their spring migration. Registration ONLINE REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1ST FOR THIS EVENT. THIS EVENT IS FREE, BUT ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE SO PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES. Prior to the Walk, we will email you to confirm your attendance and provide you with more detailed information. Please remember, if you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please contact us so we may contact those on the waiting list. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or [email protected]

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Carnivorous Plants Identification Walk at Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Posted by Admin on December 6, 2022

2023 Walks in the Woods & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Carnivorous Plant Identification Walk Saturday, July 15, 2023, 10:00 am Quogue Wildlife Refuge, Quogue Led by Matt Kaelin Quogue Wildlife Refuge is home to all three types of carnivorous plants found on Long Island. Matt will introduce us to these and other curious species with a presentation on carnivorous plants and their habitats and a tour of the bog at the Refuge. Registration Sign up online starting May 1st for this event. This event is free, but advanced registration is required! Prior to the Walk, we will email you to confirm your attendance and provide you with more detailed information. Please remember, if you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please contact us so we may contact those on the waiting list. Events are subject to change so please check our website for updates. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or [email protected].

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Roosevelt Community Garden Members Planting Day

Posted by Admin on November 30, 2022

Annual Garden Members Planting Day Saturday, May 18, 2024 @ 11:30 am Roosevelt Community Garden 59 E. Fulton Avenue, Roosevelt, NY Members of the Roosevelt Community Garden are warmly welcomed to participate in our yearly planting event at the garden. The day will commence with an engaging Square Foot Gardening Workshop, succeeded by the planting of various cool-weather crops in their designated plots. Registration is necessary for the Square Foot Gardening Workshop. Questions: If you are interested in getting involved, please email Andrea Millwood at [email protected] or call 516-922-1028.

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Discover the History and Heritage of Youngs Farm

Posted by Admin on November 30, 2022

Discover the History and Heritage of Youngs Farm Thursday, June 27, 2024, 5:00 pm Youngs Farm, Old Brookville Led by Tim Dooley As harvest time approaches, Tim will lead us on a tour of one of Nassau County’s most treasured family farms. Founded in 1893, Youngs Farm is a certified organic, family-run farm, kitchen and market, currently managed by the 4th and 5th generations of the family. The farm stand carries a wide range of produce, baked goods, prepared foods and pantry items, all of which rotate seasonally. As harvest time approaches, Tim will lead us on a tour of one of Nassau County’s most treasured family farms. Registration will be available as the date approaches. This event is free, but advanced registration is required! Before the event, we will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information. If you are unable to attend, please contact us, as this will help us register those on the waiting list. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or [email protected]. Event Changes and Cancellations Events may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather conditions and other factors. You can stay informed by checking your email and our website for updates.

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