Hudson River Audubon Society of Westchester

Young Naturalist Program

(2007-2008)  

A nature study program for children ages 6 to 10. Programs are from 10:00 - 11:00 am on select Saturdays. Programs take place rain or shine with indoor programs for rainy days. Pre-registration required. Limit 10 children. All programs take place at Lenoir Nature Preserve, 19 Dudley Street, Yonkers, NY. For registration and information call: Walter Chadwick 914-237-5791.

Insects
Saturday, September 15, 2007
A look at the lives of bees, bugs, dragonflies and other fascinating insects.
Activity: Searching for the insects that call Lenoir home.

Tracks and Signs
Saturday November 17, 2007
Learn how to identify animals by their tracks, droppings and other signs.
Activity: A walk to look for and record tracks and signs.

Owls
January 5, 2008
We look at these nocturnal birds and their special hunting methods.
Activity: Dissecting owl pellets.

Camouflage and Color
March 15, 2008
Learn how animals use their color to hide and hunt.
Activity: Create a camouflaged critter.

SPRING NATURE WALK
May 10, 2008
A walk around the preserve to see and hear the sights and sounds of Spring.
Activity: Observing, listening and walking.

Call Walter Chadwick, Hudson River Audubon educator, to pre-register: 914-237-5791.

All programs are at 
Lenoir Nature Preserve
19 Dudley Street, just off North Broadway in Yonkers, NY 


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