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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Forest Therapy Walk\n\nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026 \nSaturday\, February 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, March 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026 \nSaturday\, May 2\, 2026 \nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026 \nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 \nSaturday\, August 1\, 2026 \nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026 \nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026 \nSaturday\, November 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, December 5\, 2026 \n  \n  \n\n10:30 AM – 12:30 PM\nCost: $45 per person\n  \nJoin certified forest therapy guide\, Linda Lombardo of Wild Heart Nature Connection\, on a walk to reconnect with the natural world around us. We’ll slow down\, wander\, and notice what most of the world simply walks past; the beauty of nature in any season. We’ll do some grounding\, connect with the trees and water\, and even create some nature art together. \nWalk length: 120 minutes; please wear comfortable\, sturdy shoes and warm clothing for walking outdoors. \n  \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-therapy-walk-2025/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Walk
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SUMMARY:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session\nWednesdays in November & December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWednesdays\, November 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2026 \nWednesdays\, December 2\, 9\, and 16\, 2026 \nAdults \n  \nCost: $240 per 6-week session \nENROLL IN The Way of Watercolor WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the ways of watercolor at Bayard Cutting Arboretum. This series will include techniques to create washes\, mix colors\, and handle the tools needed to create different effects. These techniques will be applied to creating paintings based on students’ chosen reference images. \nYour guide\, Teresa Cromwell\, has been a practicing watercolor artist since 2006. She has exhibited and won awards in various shows across Long Island. She is a Signature Member of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, Northeast\, and Rhode Island Watercolor Societies. \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review\nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nBasic Supplies:\nHigh-Quality Watercolor Paper *Important* \n\nRecommended Brand: Arches Cold Pressed 140 lb.\n30”x22” can be cut into smaller pieces. Also sold in pre-cut ‘blocks’\n\nWatercolor Brushes \n\nRecommended Brands: Princeton\, Silver Brush: Black Velvet or synthetic brands\nRound brushes (sizes 6\, 8\, 10)\n1” or 2” Flat wash brush\nAn assortment of flat or scrubber brushes\n\nWatercolor Paint \n\nRecommended Brands: Winsor Newton\, Holbein\, and Daniel Smith\nPrimary Colors (The basics needed to get started): Indanthrene Blue\, Permanent\nAlizarin Crimson\, Permanent Rose\, New Gamboge\, Raw Sienna.\nAdditional Colors (Options to build a bigger palette): Lavender\, Shadow Green\,\nBlue Horizon\, Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Burnt Umber\, Cascade Green\, Cobalt\nTurquoise\, Cobalt Turquoise Light\, Mineral Violet\, Cerulean Blue.\n\nAdditional Supplies:\n\nSpray Bottle\nSmall Flat Toothbrush\nPaint Palette\nPainting Board\nMasking Tape\nPaper Towels\n\n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/the-way-of-watercolor-late-fall-session/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-11-12/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-11-12/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Scouting America: Environmental Science
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nScouting America: Environmental Science\nSaturday\, November 14\, 2026  |  9:30 AM- 1:30 PM \nAges 11-17 \n  \nCost: $30 per participant \nENROLL IN Environmental Science BADGE HERE\n\n\n\n  \nBayard Cutting Arboretum welcomes Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) to complete the requirements needed to earn their Environmental Science badge. \nWhile earning the Environmental Science merit badge\, Scouts will get a taste of what it is like to be an environmental scientist\, making observations and carrying out experiments to investigate the natural world. \nScouts are asked to wear Class B attire\, bring a bagged lunch\, a field journal\, a pen\, and a blue card signed by their Scoutmaster. It is also recommended that Scouts review requirements 1\, 3c\, 8a\,11\, and bring in photos for 2a and 7b ahead of the program.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/scouting-america-environ-science/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Middle School Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour
DESCRIPTION:Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour (Ages 12+)\nSunday\, October 25\, 2026 (Sold Out) \nSunday\, November 15\, 2026 (Sold Out) \nSunday\, November 29\, 2026 (Sold Out) \n  \n10:00 – 11:30 AM \n  \nCost: FREE \nJOIN THE WAITLIST FOR WALK ON THE WILD SIDE TOUR\n\n\n\nJoin Bayard Cutting Arboretum staff on a guided walking tour of Paradise Island. We’ll explore this unique coastal ecosystem and watch for wildlife. Discussion will revolve around the diversity of plant & wildlife and habitat conservation. \nThis program will include up to 1.5 miles of walking on uneven terrain. Recommended for ages 12+. \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nParking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\nFor any additional questions\, contact Cody Dix via Email: Cody.Dix@parks.ny.gov
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/walk-on-the-wild-side-paradise-island-tour/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Tours,Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session\nWednesdays in November & December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWednesdays\, November 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2026 \nWednesdays\, December 2\, 9\, and 16\, 2026 \nAdults \n  \nCost: $240 per 6-week session \nENROLL IN The Way of Watercolor WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the ways of watercolor at Bayard Cutting Arboretum. This series will include techniques to create washes\, mix colors\, and handle the tools needed to create different effects. These techniques will be applied to creating paintings based on students’ chosen reference images. \nYour guide\, Teresa Cromwell\, has been a practicing watercolor artist since 2006. She has exhibited and won awards in various shows across Long Island. She is a Signature Member of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, Northeast\, and Rhode Island Watercolor Societies. \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review\nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nBasic Supplies:\nHigh-Quality Watercolor Paper *Important* \n\nRecommended Brand: Arches Cold Pressed 140 lb.\n30”x22” can be cut into smaller pieces. Also sold in pre-cut ‘blocks’\n\nWatercolor Brushes \n\nRecommended Brands: Princeton\, Silver Brush: Black Velvet or synthetic brands\nRound brushes (sizes 6\, 8\, 10)\n1” or 2” Flat wash brush\nAn assortment of flat or scrubber brushes\n\nWatercolor Paint \n\nRecommended Brands: Winsor Newton\, Holbein\, and Daniel Smith\nPrimary Colors (The basics needed to get started): Indanthrene Blue\, Permanent\nAlizarin Crimson\, Permanent Rose\, New Gamboge\, Raw Sienna.\nAdditional Colors (Options to build a bigger palette): Lavender\, Shadow Green\,\nBlue Horizon\, Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Burnt Umber\, Cascade Green\, Cobalt\nTurquoise\, Cobalt Turquoise Light\, Mineral Violet\, Cerulean Blue.\n\nAdditional Supplies:\n\nSpray Bottle\nSmall Flat Toothbrush\nPaint Palette\nPainting Board\nMasking Tape\nPaper Towels\n\n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/the-way-of-watercolor-late-fall-session/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-11-19/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-11-19/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T100000
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SUMMARY:Around the Table: Centerpiece Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Around the Table: Centerpiece Workshop\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM or\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM \nAdults (Ages 16+) \n  \nCost: $75 per person \nENROLL IN AROUND THE TABLE WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nAt the heart of a table set to perfection is a handcrafted centerpiece arrangement. Create your very own with the guidance of arboretum staff in this hands-on workshop. \nParticipants can expect to utilize a tasteful array of natural decorations collected from the arboretum grounds\, learn about a variety of plant cuttings and practice the basic principles of centerpiece design. \nFor an added fall aesthetic; the base will be a 8” rectangular tray that will result in an arrangement with outside diameters of 12-18”. \n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/around-the-table-centerpiece-workshop-2/2026-11-21/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:16+ Workshops,Adult Education,Middle School Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Around the Table: Centerpiece Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Around the Table: Centerpiece Workshop\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM or\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM \nAdults (Ages 16+) \n  \nCost: $75 per person \nENROLL IN AROUND THE TABLE WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nAt the heart of a table set to perfection is a handcrafted centerpiece arrangement. Create your very own with the guidance of arboretum staff in this hands-on workshop. \nParticipants can expect to utilize a tasteful array of natural decorations collected from the arboretum grounds\, learn about a variety of plant cuttings and practice the basic principles of centerpiece design. \nFor an added fall aesthetic; the base will be a 8” rectangular tray that will result in an arrangement with outside diameters of 12-18”. \n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/around-the-table-centerpiece-workshop-2/2026-11-21/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:16+ Workshops,Adult Education,Middle School Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour
DESCRIPTION:Walk on the Wild Side: Paradise Island Tour (Ages 12+)\nSunday\, October 25\, 2026 (Sold Out) \nSunday\, November 15\, 2026 (Sold Out) \nSunday\, November 29\, 2026 (Sold Out) \n  \n10:00 – 11:30 AM \n  \nCost: FREE \nJOIN THE WAITLIST FOR WALK ON THE WILD SIDE TOUR\n\n\n\nJoin Bayard Cutting Arboretum staff on a guided walking tour of Paradise Island. We’ll explore this unique coastal ecosystem and watch for wildlife. Discussion will revolve around the diversity of plant & wildlife and habitat conservation. \nThis program will include up to 1.5 miles of walking on uneven terrain. Recommended for ages 12+. \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nParking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/\nFor any additional questions\, contact Cody Dix via Email: Cody.Dix@parks.ny.gov
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/walk-on-the-wild-side-paradise-island-tour/2026-11-29/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Tours,Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session\nWednesdays in November & December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWednesdays\, November 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2026 \nWednesdays\, December 2\, 9\, and 16\, 2026 \nAdults \n  \nCost: $240 per 6-week session \nENROLL IN The Way of Watercolor WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the ways of watercolor at Bayard Cutting Arboretum. This series will include techniques to create washes\, mix colors\, and handle the tools needed to create different effects. These techniques will be applied to creating paintings based on students’ chosen reference images. \nYour guide\, Teresa Cromwell\, has been a practicing watercolor artist since 2006. She has exhibited and won awards in various shows across Long Island. She is a Signature Member of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, Northeast\, and Rhode Island Watercolor Societies. \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review\nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nBasic Supplies:\nHigh-Quality Watercolor Paper *Important* \n\nRecommended Brand: Arches Cold Pressed 140 lb.\n30”x22” can be cut into smaller pieces. Also sold in pre-cut ‘blocks’\n\nWatercolor Brushes \n\nRecommended Brands: Princeton\, Silver Brush: Black Velvet or synthetic brands\nRound brushes (sizes 6\, 8\, 10)\n1” or 2” Flat wash brush\nAn assortment of flat or scrubber brushes\n\nWatercolor Paint \n\nRecommended Brands: Winsor Newton\, Holbein\, and Daniel Smith\nPrimary Colors (The basics needed to get started): Indanthrene Blue\, Permanent\nAlizarin Crimson\, Permanent Rose\, New Gamboge\, Raw Sienna.\nAdditional Colors (Options to build a bigger palette): Lavender\, Shadow Green\,\nBlue Horizon\, Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Burnt Umber\, Cascade Green\, Cobalt\nTurquoise\, Cobalt Turquoise Light\, Mineral Violet\, Cerulean Blue.\n\nAdditional Supplies:\n\nSpray Bottle\nSmall Flat Toothbrush\nPaint Palette\nPainting Board\nMasking Tape\nPaper Towels\n\n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/the-way-of-watercolor-late-fall-session/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-03/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-03/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Forest Therapy Walk\n\nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026 \nSaturday\, February 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, March 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026 \nSaturday\, May 2\, 2026 \nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026 \nSaturday\, July 11\, 2026 \nSaturday\, August 1\, 2026 \nSaturday\, September 12\, 2026 \nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026 \nSaturday\, November 7\, 2026 \nSaturday\, December 5\, 2026 \n  \n  \n\n10:30 AM – 12:30 PM\nCost: $45 per person\n  \nJoin certified forest therapy guide\, Linda Lombardo of Wild Heart Nature Connection\, on a walk to reconnect with the natural world around us. We’ll slow down\, wander\, and notice what most of the world simply walks past; the beauty of nature in any season. We’ll do some grounding\, connect with the trees and water\, and even create some nature art together. \nWalk length: 120 minutes; please wear comfortable\, sturdy shoes and warm clothing for walking outdoors. \n  \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-therapy-walk-2025/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness Walk
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T123000
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SUMMARY:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session\nWednesdays in November & December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWednesdays\, November 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2026 \nWednesdays\, December 2\, 9\, and 16\, 2026 \nAdults \n  \nCost: $240 per 6-week session \nENROLL IN The Way of Watercolor WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the ways of watercolor at Bayard Cutting Arboretum. This series will include techniques to create washes\, mix colors\, and handle the tools needed to create different effects. These techniques will be applied to creating paintings based on students’ chosen reference images. \nYour guide\, Teresa Cromwell\, has been a practicing watercolor artist since 2006. She has exhibited and won awards in various shows across Long Island. She is a Signature Member of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, Northeast\, and Rhode Island Watercolor Societies. \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review\nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nBasic Supplies:\nHigh-Quality Watercolor Paper *Important* \n\nRecommended Brand: Arches Cold Pressed 140 lb.\n30”x22” can be cut into smaller pieces. Also sold in pre-cut ‘blocks’\n\nWatercolor Brushes \n\nRecommended Brands: Princeton\, Silver Brush: Black Velvet or synthetic brands\nRound brushes (sizes 6\, 8\, 10)\n1” or 2” Flat wash brush\nAn assortment of flat or scrubber brushes\n\nWatercolor Paint \n\nRecommended Brands: Winsor Newton\, Holbein\, and Daniel Smith\nPrimary Colors (The basics needed to get started): Indanthrene Blue\, Permanent\nAlizarin Crimson\, Permanent Rose\, New Gamboge\, Raw Sienna.\nAdditional Colors (Options to build a bigger palette): Lavender\, Shadow Green\,\nBlue Horizon\, Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Burnt Umber\, Cascade Green\, Cobalt\nTurquoise\, Cobalt Turquoise Light\, Mineral Violet\, Cerulean Blue.\n\nAdditional Supplies:\n\nSpray Bottle\nSmall Flat Toothbrush\nPaint Palette\nPainting Board\nMasking Tape\nPaper Towels\n\n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/the-way-of-watercolor-late-fall-session/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-10/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-10/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session
DESCRIPTION:The Way of Watercolor: Late Fall Session\nWednesdays in November & December | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nWednesdays\, November 4\, 11\, and 18\, 2026 \nWednesdays\, December 2\, 9\, and 16\, 2026 \nAdults \n  \nCost: $240 per 6-week session \nENROLL IN The Way of Watercolor WORKSHOP\n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop\nLearn the ways of watercolor at Bayard Cutting Arboretum. This series will include techniques to create washes\, mix colors\, and handle the tools needed to create different effects. These techniques will be applied to creating paintings based on students’ chosen reference images. \nYour guide\, Teresa Cromwell\, has been a practicing watercolor artist since 2006. She has exhibited and won awards in various shows across Long Island. She is a Signature Member of Pennsylvania\, Philadelphia\, Northeast\, and Rhode Island Watercolor Societies. \nSupply List\nThe following supplies are recommended. If a student has supplies they are currently comfortable working with\, they may bring those. The instructor will introduce and review\nsupplies on day one. Recommended Stores: Michael’s\, Blick Art Materials\, Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff\, and Jerry’s Artarama. \nBasic Supplies:\nHigh-Quality Watercolor Paper *Important* \n\nRecommended Brand: Arches Cold Pressed 140 lb.\n30”x22” can be cut into smaller pieces. Also sold in pre-cut ‘blocks’\n\nWatercolor Brushes \n\nRecommended Brands: Princeton\, Silver Brush: Black Velvet or synthetic brands\nRound brushes (sizes 6\, 8\, 10)\n1” or 2” Flat wash brush\nAn assortment of flat or scrubber brushes\n\nWatercolor Paint \n\nRecommended Brands: Winsor Newton\, Holbein\, and Daniel Smith\nPrimary Colors (The basics needed to get started): Indanthrene Blue\, Permanent\nAlizarin Crimson\, Permanent Rose\, New Gamboge\, Raw Sienna.\nAdditional Colors (Options to build a bigger palette): Lavender\, Shadow Green\,\nBlue Horizon\, Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Burnt Umber\, Cascade Green\, Cobalt\nTurquoise\, Cobalt Turquoise Light\, Mineral Violet\, Cerulean Blue.\n\nAdditional Supplies:\n\nSpray Bottle\nSmall Flat Toothbrush\nPaint Palette\nPainting Board\nMasking Tape\nPaper Towels\n\n  \n  \n\n1. Parking fees may apply; see the website for details: https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/visit/hours/. \n2. Transactions will be processed through the Natural Heritage Trust\, fees cannot be refunded for participant cancellation. \n3. For any additional questions\, contact our Education Coordinator\, K.T. Williamson\, via email.
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/the-way-of-watercolor-late-fall-session/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T093000
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-17/1/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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SUMMARY:Forest School: Holiday Helpers
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nForest School: Holiday Helpers (Ages 2-5)\nThursdays\, November 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  9:30 – 10:30 AM \nOR \nNovember 5 – December 17\, 2026  |  11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n  \nCost: $150 per child for the entire 6-week series \nENROLL IN Forest SCHOOL Holiday Helpers HERE\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Workshop\nJoin us this Holiday Season for a 6-week series in which we will explore the arboretum collecting items to help decorate a nature-themed holiday room to be on display at the Manor House. This program includes both indoor and outdoor portions. \nIn this program\, caregivers can expect their children to practice newly emerging motor skills\, develop social skills through both imaginative and cooperative play\, and foster a deeper sense of connection to nature and the changing seasons. \nThis class is best intended for ages 2-7 and is rain or shine. Caregivers are required to remain with children for the duration of the class. It is always wise to dress for a mess!
URL:https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/event/forest-school-holiday-helpers/2026-12-17/2/
LOCATION:Bayard Cutting Arboretum\, 440 Montauk Highway\, Great River\, NY\, 11739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Elementary Education
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