Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt at Edith Read Sanctuary

The Westchester County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting an Annual Meeting of Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary at 11 a.m.  and a Nature Scavenger Hunt at 1 p.m. on Oct. 5. 

Here is more information from the Parks Dept.

Annual Meeting of Friends of Read Wildlife Sanctuary – 11 a.m.

All are welcome to attend and learn about volunteer opportunities and environmental issues.

Nature Scavenger Hunt – 1 p.m.

Sharpen your observation skills with a self-guided scavenger hunt and a nature checklist.

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Other events by the County Parks and Rec. Dept.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 & 6

Marshlands Conservancy, Route 1 (Boston Post Road), Rye – (914) 835-4466

Submit Pictures for Annual Photography Exhibit – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Photos must be scenes of Marshlands and must be framed and wired for hanging. Limit of three per person.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

Cranberry Lake Preserve, Old Orchard Street, North White Plains – (914) 428-1005

Guided Tour of Glass Orchids – 10 a.m.

Join artist David Licata for a tour of the trails in search of his creations that are on exhibit this fall.

 Oct. 5

Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River –(914) 864-7322 

Toadstools in Our Hearts – 1 p.m.

A hike to develop an appreciation for poisonous mushrooms.

 Oct. 5

Cranberry Lake Preserve, Old Orchard Street, North White Plains – (914) 428-1005

Glass Orchids Exhibit Opening Reception – 2 – 5 p.m.

Inspired by the Lady Slipper orchid, artist David Licata has created glass orchids that will be on view along the trails this fall. Information at DavidLicata.com.