After School classes at the Preserve help connect children to the natural world in a variety of ways. Small, intimate classes for children 15 months through high school foster lifelong connections between art, science, wellness and the environment.
Winter Nature classes are held entirely outdoors, except in cases of extreme cold or wind. Art and STEAM classes are held inside the Phil Dejana Learning Center. All classes return outdoors in the Spring!
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CLICK HERE FOR SPRING SCHEDULE
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Art with Sandrine Gold
Miss Sandrine creates a fun environment for young artists to explore their creativity. Children will create paints, clay sculptures, collages and more, all inspired by nature’s abundant resources.
Outdoor Nature Exploration
Preschool – Elementary with Tracy Strianese
Outdoor nature immersion classes will lead students on a discovery of the natural wonders of the Preserve and its varied environments. These classes are held outdoors year-round when weather permits.
Youth Naturalists
Middle School – High School with Hildur Palsdottir
Students will learn about citizen science and engage directly in natural resource studies. They will learn how to map the composition and distribution of flora and fauna across the Preserve. Wildlife surveys will be performed with the help of camera traps and audiomoths, as well as with other tracking and surveying techniques. We will discuss healthy ecosystem function and actively participate in restoration that includes removal of invasives and rewilding with natives.
STEAM Discovery with Sandrine Gold
Children will explore a variety of scientific, technological, and engineering concepts through hands-on experiments, building projects, and artistic crafts. Inquiry-based classes will utilize the natural landscape of the Preserve for project materials and age-appropriate discussions.
Nature Discovery with the Parent Resource Center
Children age 15 – 36 months and their adults explore the natural world through active play and circle time, engaging the five senses. Register with the PRC!
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To register and for more information, contact Education Director Tracy Strianese (516.570.2185).
WINTER CLASS SCHEDULE
CLASS BLOCKS: Register your K-5 child for both Art and Nature classes on Thursdays or Fridays and receive a discount. Block classes include 10 minutes of supervised time in the Woodland Playground!
ART IN NATURE
Ages 3-5
Thursdays 2:15 – 3:00 pm
Dates: January 22 – March 19 (no class 2/19)
Grades K-2 – Eligible for Block Class
Thursdays 4:40 – 5:25 pm
Dates: January 22 – March 19 (no class 2/19)
Grades 3-5 – Eligible for Block Class
Fridays 4:40 – 5:25 pm
Dates: January 16 – March 13 (no class 2/20)
OUTDOOR NATURE EXPLORATION
Ages 3-5
Wednesdays 2:30 – 3:15 pm
Dates: January 21 – March 18 (no class 2/18)
Grades K-2 Section I
Wednesdays 3:45 – 4:30 pm
Dates: January 21 – March 18 (no class 2/18)
Grades K-2 Section II – Eligible for Block Class
Thursdays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: January 22 – March 19 (no class 2/19)
Grades 3-5 – Eligible for Block Class
Fridays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: January 16 – March 13 (no class 2/20)
Grades 6-10 – Youth Naturalists
Wednesdays 3:45 – 4:45 pm
Dates: January 21 – March 18 (no class 2/18)
STEAM DISCOVERY
Ages 3-5
Thursdays 3:15 – 4:00 pm
Dates: January 22 – March 19 (no class 2/19)
Grades K-2
Fridays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: January 16 – March 13 (no class 2/20)
OUTDOOR DISCOVERY ZONE with PARENT RESOURCE CENTER –
Age 15 – 36 Months
Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:15 am
Dates: January 7 – March 18 (no class 2/18)
Register with the PRC
To register and for more information, contact Education Director Tracy Strianese (516.570.2185).
SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE
CLASS BLOCKS: Register your K-5 child for both Art and Nature classes on Thursdays or Fridays and receive a discount. Block classes include 10 minutes of supervised time in the Woodland Playground!
ART IN NATURE
Ages 3-5
Thursdays 2:15 – 3 pm
Dates: April 16 – June 4
Grades K-2 – Eligible for Block Class
Thursdays 4:40 – 5:25 pm
Dates: Dates: April 16 – June 4
Grades 3-5 – Eligible for Block Class
Fridays 4:40 – 5:25 pm
Dates: April 17 – June 12 (no class 5/22)
OUTDOOR NATURE EXPLORATION
Ages 3-5
Wednesdays 2:30 – 3:15 pm
Dates: April 15 – June 3
Grades K-2 Section I
Wednesdays 3:45 – 4:30 pm
Dates: April 15 – June 3
Grades K-2 Section II – Eligible for Block Class
Thursdays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: April 16 – June 4
Grades 3-5 – Eligible for Block Class
Fridays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: April 17 – June 12 (no class 5/22)
Grades 6-10 – Youth Naturalists
Wednesdays 3:45 – 4:45 pm
Dates: April 15 – June 3
STEAM DISCOVERY
Ages 3-5
Thursdays 3:15 – 4:00 pm
Dates: April 16 – June 4
Grades K-2
Fridays 3:40 – 4:25 pm
Dates: April 17 – June 12 (no class 5/22)
OUTDOOR DISCOVERY ZONE with PARENT RESOURCE CENTER –
Age 15 – 36 Months
Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:15 am & 10:30 – 11:15 am
April 16 – June 11
Register with the PRC