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Tanglewood Nature Center
The Pace of Nature
Little red fox

Welcome to Tanglewood Nature Center

the view is spectacular


Nine miles of scenic trails in the Finger Lakes Wine Country area that begin at the Nature Center allow you to experience the natural beauty of Mark Twain Country's Chemung Valley first-hand.  We offer hiking year-round and winter activities including cross-country skiing and snowshoe rentals. Our 12,000 square foot building features a museum with 43 species of live animals, interactive exhibits and a comfortable library for bird-watching and reading.  Looking for a place to gather?  Our building also offers 2 meeting rooms for corporate meetings and events, retreats, wedding receptions and even Birthday partiesTanglewood is the local leader in environmental education; serving over 16,000 children in the Southern Tier of NY and the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. We offer programs that include live animal presentations, outdoor experiences and hands-on activities.  Our programs include school field trips, scouting groups, spring and summer camps and weekend activities for children and families. 


 

Pacer says:
 
"Take a look at Tanglewood's 
 
Calendar of Events for upcoming nature programs and events. Hike the Trails sunrise to sunset FREE 7 days a week! Stay active this winter. When the white stuff falls get into some snowshoes. Click for details."

The museum and offices are open: Tue.-Sat. 9am-5pm May-October, Tues.-Sat. 9am-4pm November-April. We are closed Sundays, Mondays and the following holidays: New Year's Eve and Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Day.

Inclement weather or staff shortages may cause early closures. Please call ahead.We apologize for any inconvenience.
(607)732-6060

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calendar copyright Polly Smith-Blackwell
The 2010 Timber Rattlesnake Calendars are now available for purchase.
Take home this annual collectible for $15.
Available exclusively at our Gift Shop.


 
Nature reflected Photo Contest Logo

On Display NOW only at Tanglewood

Best in Show: Laura Morroni
$300 Gift Certificate to B&C Photo, Inc.

1st Place: Steve Edgerly
$100 Gift Certificate to Hesselson’s

2nd Place: Tom Trifoso
1-year subscription to Photo Techniques and Outdoor Photographer

People’s Choice: Matthew Burroughs
  $25 Gift Certificate to Tanglewood’s Nuthatch Gift Shop

Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum

443 Coleman Avenue
Elmira, NY 14903
tel: (607) 732-6060
fax: (607) 732-6210
tanglewoodnc@stny.rr.com

 

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