Upcoming Public &
Weekend Programs
Explore upcoming public events and weekend programs! Join us for exciting outdoor experiences suitable for all ages. Check out our schedule below and get ready for your next adventure!
Discover the unsung heroes of the forest hidden under the layers of leaves and logs.
Join us for a night of brain-twisting fun at Rye Nature Center. From pop culture and science to bizarre wildlife facts, our trivia will blow your mind.
Celebrate Earth Month with hands-on activities that inspire sustainability!
Step into a world of enchantment and imagination at our first-ever Fairy House Festival! Wander through a whimsical woodland village of handcrafted fairy homes built by local schools, garden clubs, and community groups, each one a tiny masterpiece tucked among the trees and rocks.
Enjoy an afternoon sprinkled with magic: create your own fairy wand, explore shimmering crystals and geodes, chase bubbles across the meadow, and visit our magical and mysterious animal table.
Don’t miss face painting in the pavilion, our magical potion bar, colorful popcorn and party mix, and a photo op with wings! Costumes encouraged—fairies, elves, and woodland creatures welcome!
It's guaranteed to be a magical day!
Free for members | $30 per family for non-members
This is the perfect way to introduce your family to the joys of camping. Bring your own tent or borrow one of ours (supplies limited) the price includes dinner, breakfast, and a guided hike.
This event is for members only
Registration opens Tues, 3/3
Come for the food and drinks, stay for the community spirit, lively atmosphere, and record breaking support that made last year’s event our biggest yet.
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