Various environmental factors have led to a surge in invasive species at the Larchmont Reservoir/James G. Johnson, Jr. Conservancy, where Sheldrake is situated. Under the auspices of a grant from Con Edison, Sheldrake is conducting a land survey and initiating site restoration. Help is needed! Teens and adults are invited to join us in this […]
Savor the splendor of autumn with weekly, immersive practices at Sheldrake's nature sanctuary. With warm weather and warm autumn hues, you'll connect with the natural world, community, and yourself, as we mindfully witness the season's sights and sounds. Gentle movement and guided meditation will be offered, and each session will end with a warming tea. […]
Come join us at Sheldrake for a late summer walk. We'll see what's happening on our trails and around the pond as we soak up the late-summer sunshine. Part of the Sheldrake Second Saturday Series, free family programs as a service to the community. There will be no advance registration for this program. Please leave […]
Breathe in the fresh energy of fall in a serene outdoor yoga gathering at the Sheldrake nature preserve. This special session invites you to move, stretch, and reconnect while surrounded by the woodland paths, pond, and wildlife that bring life to our beloved nature conservancy. Franklin Shire is a certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, leading classes […]
Sheldrake's nature programming wouldn't be possible without our talented and passionate team of skilled naturalists. We're always looking for more! Starting in September, our new training program for prospective naturalists kicks off. Care to join? If you're interested in sharing your love of nature with children, we'd love to hear from you. While our programming […]
Experience the benefits of Shinrin Yoku—the Japanese art of forest bathing—with a gentle excursion in our nature sanctuary. What is forest bathing? Forest bathing does not involve a bath or going into water. Participants simply immerse themselves in the peace of nature, engaging their senses and coming into stillness. While overlooking Goodliffe Pond and surrounded […]
Fall fun awaits at Sheldrake's popular after-school program for school-aged children. Get the kids outside for STEM fun and adventures on our 60-acre nature conservancy. Through a combination of trail exploration, games, stories, and other activities, we'll enjoy loads of nature fun while observing the impact of the changing season on wildlife and habitats. Our […]
Fall fun awaits at Sheldrake's popular program for preschool-aged children. Get the kids outside for STEM fun and adventures on our 60-acre nature conservancy. Through a combination of trail exploration, games, stories, and other activities, we'll enjoy loads of nature fun while observing the impact of the changing season on wildlife and habitats. Our naturalist-led […]
Get outside with other families and a naturalist at Sheldrake, as you discover nature with your little one. This class is designed to expose children to the joys of nature at a young age, towards the goal of cultivating a life-long love of the natural world. Each week, we'll explore a different aspect of nature, […]
Kids in grades 6-8 are invited to get outside at Sheldrake for a special kind of after-school activity called, "Wild in the Woods." This is not like school, we promise! Each week at our nature center in Larchmont, there'll be a different focus--things science stuff, like examining pond life; creative things, like art in nature; […]
Kids in grades 6-8 are invited to get outside at Sheldrake for a special kind of after-school activity called, "Wild in the Woods." This is not like school, we promise! Each week at our nature center in Larchmont, there'll be a different focus--things science stuff, like examining pond life; creative things, like art in nature; […]
Fall is a fun time for birding, as the changing seasons prompts birds to make their winter plans. Join us to learn about avian autumnal habits, and see which birds you can identify by sight and sound. We'll explore our trails attuned to the early-morning activities of our feathered friends, with expert birder Doug Bloom as our guide. […]