Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum Calendar

Rachel's Run 5K - May 22nd 6:30pm Personius Woods (22 May 2013)

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:30:00 GMT

Finger Lakes Summer XC Running Series Presents:
Rachel's Run 5K -
May 22nd
Race starts at 6:30pm from the Parking Lot at Personius Woods

This is a FREE fun run.

For more information please click here.

Saturday Fun With Nature Tree Hike with Alex Petzke (25 May 2013)

Sat, 25 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Tree Hike with Alex Petzke
starts at 2:30pm

How well do you know your tree species? Maybe it's been a while since your last dendrology course, or you may not even know what dendrology is? If you answered I don't know, maybe, or yes to either of the last two questions then you shouldn't miss this nice easy introduction to identifying trees with Alex. He is a graduate of SUNY Enivronmental School of Forestry in Syracuse, and he is very laid back.

Birds and Blooms - starts at 2:30pm (01 Jun 2013)

Sat, 01 Jun 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Birds and Blooms
Starts at 2:30pm

Led by Valerie our Curator. Description coming soon.

Nature Strollers - Sperr Park - Insects and Spiders (07 Jun 2013)

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Nature Strollers - Insects and Spiders
10am-11am
Friday June 7th

Join Ian Martin as he leads you around Sperr Park to look for insects and spiders. They play a very important role in our ecosystem. This program is perfect for kids in strollers and toddlers. See you there.

Aviation Birds and Flight - Starts at 2:30pm (15 Jun 2013)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Aviation Birds and Flight
Starts at 2:30pm

Led by Ian McLaughlin and Ian Martin. Description coming soon.

10th Annual Tanglefoot Trail Run 2013 (16 Jun 2013)

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

10th Annual Tanglefoot Trail Run 2013
Race starts at 10am

You must be registered and paid in full before the start of the race. For more information please click here.

Fishing Camp - Week 1 - Completed K-5 (24 Jun 2013)

Mon, 24 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed K-5

Week 1

June 24-28

All Ability levels are encouraged to sign up. Your child will develop new skills and also improve upon existing skills. If they struggle casting then they will get some one-on-one help. Many of the techniques can be learned in a group setting. At the end of the week we will have awards for the biggest fish, smallest fish, and your child will walk away with a well-rounded fishing education, which, will include identification, casting/baiting techniques, habitats, and more.

Pancake Breakfast and Fishing - starts at 9am (29 Jun 2013)

Sat, 29 Jun 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Pancake Breakfast and Fishing
Starts at 9am

Start your day off right with a stack of pancakes and syrup. Then, for Open Fishing Day in NY, we allow you to catch and release at our pond. Species include, but are not limited to: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Bullhead Catfish.

Rules:

1) Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
2) Single hooks only. No treble hooks or trolling.
More rules coming soon.

What's Bugging You? - Week 2 - Completed K-5 (01 Jul 2013)

Mon, 01 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

What's Bugging You?

Completed K-5

Week 2

July 1-3 (no camp July 4&5)

It’s a mini-week with big savings and big fun. We will catch insects and spiders outside in the field. Campers will learn to identify, classify, and finally release them back into the wild. We have an extensive diversity of bugs on our property, and if your child loves butterflies, beetles, and all the rest, then they will love this camp. Highlights include: predators/prey, niches, food web interactions, indoor/outdoor games, insect and arachnid study, and arts/crafts.

Camp Yucky - Week 3 - Completed K-5 (08 Jul 2013)

Mon, 08 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Camp Yucky

Completed K-5

Week 3

July 8-12

Back by very popular demand this week is awesome. Campers will learn how to take water samples and view them under a digital microscope. They will learn to identify microorganisms, create their own “yucky” snack, and compete in a Yucky Olympics. Remember life in the 80’s? When our parents said go outside and play, and we listened? This week is a return to a life that encourages kids to get a little muddy, or get a little dirty, in hopes that it will ignite a spark to further research and explore the natural world. I was told by many parents that this was their kids favorite camp week of the summer last year.

Fishing Camp - Week 4 - Completed K-5 (15 Jul 2013)

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed K-5

Week 4

July 15-19

Fishing Camp - Week 5 - Completed K-5 - Mini Camp (22 Jul 2013)

Mon, 22 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed K-4

Week 5

July 22-26

Play Like a Kid - Week 6 - Completed K-5 (29 Jul 2013)

Mon, 29 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Play Like a Kid

Completed K-5

Week 6

July 29-August 2

Every summer we try something new, and this is what we came up with this year. Camp Yucky was such a success last summer that we decided to borrow some of the ideas from the Olympic day and turn it into a full week camp. We will be playing classic recess type games like capture the flag, kick the can, red rover, ultimate Frisbee, and more. Kids will learn how to play fair, new games, and new techniques to improve their play. The more they learn and the better they become at the games the more they will want to play them outside. Remember when we played outside at recess? Play like a kid….all week long! Sorry parents, completed K-5th only J

Bug Hunters - Week 6 - Completed 2-5 - Mini Camp (29 Jul 2013)

Mon, 29 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Bug Hunters

Completed 2-5

Week 6

July 29-August 2

Spend a week learning about and catching some of the smallest, but most important animals on our planet. Campers will learn how to catch, identify, and document everything from butterflies to dragonflies while gaining a deeper appreciation for our hard-shelled companions. Camp will culminate on Friday with a celebration of the most diverse order of insects as well one of the most legendary rock groups of all time; The Beatles!

Fishing Camp - Week 7 - Completed K-5 (05 Aug 2013)

Mon, 05 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed K-5

Week 7

August 5-9

Jr. Curator Camp - Week 7 - Completed 2-5 - Mini Camp (05 Aug 2013)

Mon, 05 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Jr. Curator Camp

Completed 2-5

Week 7

August 5-9

Find out what it takes to care for Tanglewood’s exhibits and 40+ species of resident animals. During this exciting hands-on experience, campers will feed, care for and handle amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals and arthropods. Campers will learn about the habitats, diet and behavior of local and exotic wildlife. We will also hike, play games and create projects that will enrich our animal’s lives.

Rachel's Run 5K - August 7th 6:30pm Personius Woods (07 Aug 2013)

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMT

Finger Lakes Summer XC Running Series Presents:
Rachel's Run 5K -
August 7th
Race starts at 6:30pm from the Parking Lot at Personius Woods

This is a FREE fun run.

For more information please click here.

Woodland Fairies & Sprites - Week 8 - Completed K-5 (12 Aug 2013)

Mon, 12 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Woodland Fairies & Sprites

Completed K-5

Week 8

August 12-16

Fairies (girls) and sprites (boys) who dream of being like Peter Pan or Tinkerbell should not miss this week. Glitter, magic wands, magic fairy houses, and fun will all be a part of this whimsical week. Make fairy and sprite houses, wear fairy and sprite wings, and create a lot of related crafts. Hear some magical stories, and dream about flying while you laugh, learn, and enjoy a week of fantasy.

Wilderness Walkers - Week 8 - Completed 3-5 - Mini Camp (12 Aug 2013)

Mon, 12 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Wilderness Walkers

Survival Camp

Completed 3-5

Week 8

August 12-16

This camp is focused on learning wilderness survival basics and practicing them daily. Campers will have opportunities to practice fire making, personal safety skills, and shelter construction. Campers will also learn how to find safe water and food and how to navigate through the wilderness. Learn all of the skills throughout the week and receive a completion certificate.

Camp Yucky - Week 9 - Completed K-5 (19 Aug 2013)

Mon, 19 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Camp Yucky

Completed K-5

Week 9

August 19-23

Fishing Camp - Week 9 - Completed 4-6 - Mini Camp (19 Aug 2013)

Mon, 19 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed 4-6

Week 9

August 19-23

Fishing Camp - Week 10 - Completed K-5 (26 Aug 2013)

Mon, 26 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Fishing Camp

Completed K-5

Week 10

August 26-30

Raptor Camp - Week 10 - Completed 2-5 - Mini Camp (26 Aug 2013)

Mon, 26 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Raptor Camp

Completed 2-5

Week 10

August 26-30

Spend a week with our hawks, owls and falcon, learning all about the lives of these fascinating meat eaters. We will spend time on our 250+ acre property bird watching, including a hike to the bluffs to search for Red-tails and Turkey Vultures. We will dissect owl pellets and delve into some bird anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Every day you will help feed and care for our resident raptors. Help us attract Screech Owls and American Kestrels by building nest boxes to put up on our property. There will even be an optional night hike at the end of the week with Tanglewood staff and your family to listen for resident owls.