
Upcoming Weekend and Public 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!

Register for public programs today!
Registration is now open for all our programs, including the beloved My Naturalist and Me—a unique opportunity for young explorers and their grown-ups to share in the wonders of the natural world. Don’t miss your chance to be part of these unforgettable experiences! Sign up today and start your adventure.
Come in costume and leave with treats. Hike for everything spooky that nature has to offer.
Join us for a fun, hands-on hour where we turn post-Halloween pumpkins into compost gold and celebrate sustainability.
School’s out, so bring the family to Rye Nature Center for an afternoon of fall fun! This special hiking experience invites you to explore the beautiful grounds and connect with nature.
Discover the ancient art and science of fire-making in this hands-on workshop where participants will explore different traditional fire-starting methods.
Join us for a walk through the woods as we explore the secret life of wild turkeys!
The Chamber of Commerce will once again transform Purchase Street into a winter wonderland, offering fun activities, performers, crafts, and games for the entire family.
Join us as we create wonderful decorations to light up the short days of winter.
Join us for a meet and greet with the Nature Center animals! Children and families will get to learn about our resident mammals, reptiles, and birds.
Enjoy a cozy hour around the campfire with nature-based stories and a sweet treat.
Learn which birds stay for winter, what they eat, and how to help them thrive in cold months.
Step into the world of mosses and lichens on this observation-focused hike.
Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
Learn about the clever ways birds build nests using natural materials.
Learn how to tap a maple tree! Families will learn about the process of creating maple syrup and get a tour of our Sugar Shed.
Discover how to identify trees just as they begin to wake up in anticipation of the summer months.
Step into a world of enchantment and imagination at our first-annual Fairy House Festival.
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