Explore Long Island Native Wildflowers at Hallock State Park

2023 Walks in the Woods & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Explore Native Wildflowers at Hallock State Park’s Garden Saturday, August 5, 2023, 10:00 am Hallock State Park, Riverhead Led by MaryLaura Lamont in partnership with Long Island Botanical Society MaryLaura will introduce us to the 18 species, some now rare, of native Long Island wildflowers planted in Hallock’s garden. They all attract a huge variety of pollinating bees, butterflies and other insects. We will then stroll to the Sound for a look at beach and cliff plants. Registration Online registration begins June 1st for this event. Parking fees apply to this event ($8.00 per vehicle). Events are subject to change.  Please check our website for updates.  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. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or jjackson@northshorelandalliance.org.

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Explore Hofstra University Arboretum, Hempstead

2023 Walks in the Woods & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Friday, June 16, 2023, 6:00 pm Hofstra University Arboretum, Hempstead Led by Mike Runkel Explore Hofstra University’s plant communities as Mike discusses how a warming climate plays into decisions about shifts in heat hardiness zones and what species to plant here on Long Island. Registration 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 jjackson@northshorelandalliance.org.

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Explore the Williams Preserve (Cancelled)

2023 Walks in the Woods & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Explore the Land Alliance Newest Preserve (Rescheduled) Williams Preserve, Lattingtown Led by Peter Meleady and Jane Jackson Peter and Jane will lead a tour of our newest preserve – a charming 4.5-acre property consisting of mature native trees, emerging meadow and freshwater pond – and discussion of habitat restoration underway. Registration This event will be rescheduled for a later date and time.  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. If you cannot attend a program you have registered for, contact us so we may contact those on the waiting list. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or jjackson@northshorelandalliance.org.

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Early Spring Walk at Matheson Meadows

2023 Walks in the Woods & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Early Spring Walk Saturday, March 25, 2023, 11:00 am Matheson Meadows, Lloyd Neck Led by Richard Weir and Lisa de Guzman Visit Matheson Meadows with a dynamic duo when you will find egg cases – first discovered here by Lisa – for an insect unusual in these parts. Richard, a marvelous teacher and expert horticulturist, will enlighten you about the Meadows’ diverse plant community. Registration Online registration is closed for this event.  We are at capacity.  Please check back for updates. 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. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson at 516-922-1028 or jjackson@northshorelandalliance.org.

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Winter Walk at Sisters of St. Joseph

2023 Walks in the Wood & Other Cool Things To Do Outside Winter Walk at Sisters of St. Joeseph, Brentwood Saturday, January 21, 2023, 11:00 am Led by Abby Bezrutczyk, Bill Jacobs and Melody Penny Join the Long Island Invasive Species Management area to learn about winter tree and shrub identification as we explore the diversity of both native and invasive plants along the property’s cosmic trail. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress warmly. Registration Online registration begins December 1st for this walk. Registration 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 jjackson@northshorelandalliance.org.

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