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Weekly Events in Westchester County Parks Monday March 30 through Sunday April 5, 2026

Tuesday, March 31
The Westchester in White Plains
Mall Walk, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays, weekly. Go at your own pace or get motivated by joining an inspiring group of people who have expanded the program into a small community. Next: April 3.
Get details or call (914) 231-4539

 

Wednesday, April 1
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
First Wednesday’s Bird Walk, 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Join the Bedford Audubon Society at Hilltop for the first Wednesday of each month! Birders of all levels are welcome on this exploration of the farm through various habitats to catch a view of our winged friends.
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Glen Island Park, New Rochelle: (914) 813-6720
Glen Island Park Boat Launch Opening Day, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Opening daily; weather permitting. Provides access to Long Island Sound. Westchester County residents only. For boats up to 21 feet long. Parking and boat launch fees apply. Westchester County residency is required for admission, with a County Park Pass, a valid New York State driver’s license or a valid New York State ID with a Westchester County address.
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George’s Island Park, Montrose: (914) 737-7530
George’s Island Boat Launch Opening Day, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Open daily; weather permitting. Provides access to the Hudson River. For boats up to 21 feet long. Parking and boat launch fees apply.
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah: (914) 864-7282
Macroinvertebrate Hunt, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
In this hands-on program, you will venture to the pond or stream to search for macroinvertebrates—small aquatic beings that tell us a lot about the health of our water and ecosystem. Through this experience, you will discover how the presence or absence of these critters can help us assess water quality and environmental well-being. $5
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah: (914) 864-7282
Horse Grooming, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ages 12 and up can visit the farm to experience the joy of grooming our friendly horse, Haley! This hands-on program gives kids the opportunity to help care for Haley through brushing and grooming, which supports coat maintenance and encourages positive socialization. Also: April 4; May 2; June 6.
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Thursday, April 2
Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Farm-to-Fable, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ages 3 to 6 will explore the whimsy of the world around them through combining storytelling with hands-on activities on the farm straight from the tale! Pay-what-you-want pricing. Also: March 29
Registration required

 

Saturday, April 4
Lasdon Public Gardens and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Lasdon History and Highlights, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Urban naturalist Bruce Rosenberg will lead a walking tour that will focus on Lasdon’s history and highlights.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Tea with the Animals, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Adults and kids 6 and older can join us for a mid-morning “cuppa” while you meet and learn about the animals on the farm! Participants will harvest and make some scrumptious treats for humans and the animals to enjoy together for a tea party! $15 program fee. Also: May 2; June 6.
Registration required

Marshlands Conservancy, Rye: (914) 835-4466
Birding for Beginners, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
For anyone interested in birdwatching, this is a great way to learn some basics. Bring binoculars. Led by Chris Mignone. Free.
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Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow, Kingsland Point Park, Sleepy Hollow: (914) 862-5297
Guided Tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The 45-minute interpretive tours are every Saturday from April 4 through June 27, at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Free. Parking fees may apply.
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Twin Lakes Park, Eastchester: (914) 961-2192
Cleanup at Twin Lakes Park, 10 a.m. - noon
Westchester Parks Foundation is partnering with Hutchinson River Restoration Project for an impactful winter program at Twin Lakes Park! Volunteers will be using hand tools such as rakes and limb-loppers to manage non-native vines and shrubs along the trails.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center, Yorktown Heights: (914) 862-5050
Old Time Music Jam, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Old Time Music Jam is a monthly gathering of local, acoustic musicians who play traditional Appalachian fiddle music. Come to play or just to listen and enjoy the community music can create! Musicians of all levels are welcome.
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Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River: (914) 864-7322
Nature Reset Walk, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Unwind in the woods for some stress relief, wellness and the beauty that the Reservation has to offer. Free.
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Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains: (914) 428-1005
Making Cordage from Plants, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Gain a new appreciation for the plants all around us. Working with the dogbane plant, we will learn to hand-process its fibers into strong cordage. Ages 12 and up.
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Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye: (914) 967-8720
Volunteer Work Project: Wood Chipping a Hiking Trail, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Help beautify an important hiking trail. Please bring work gloves. Hand tools will be provided. Great for service credit hours. Free.
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Sunday, April 5
Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson: (914) 862-5290
Feeder Watch, 9:30 a.m. - noon
Beginners to experts are welcome to join Audubon for a wonderful day of viewing our local birds at the Nature Center’s feeders.
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Lasdon Public Gardens and Veterans Memorial, Katonah: (914) 864-7268
Garden Highlight Tour, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
The sights and scents of the season flourish across the garden collections of Lasdon Public Gardens. Spend some time with Lasdon’s head gardener on a walking tour featuring highlights of the gardens and plant collections. The one-hour tour is free and meets at the Memorial Garden Entrance. Free. Also: April 19, May 3; June 28.
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