Reinstein Woods Program Schedule
Public Guided Tours
Guided nature walks for the general public are conducted on Saturday at 10:00 AM. These tours last about 90 minutes. No reservations are required, and there is no fee.
Schedule of Upcoming Educational Programs
Programs are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Nature walks are held rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Closed on state holidays.
We welcome people with disabilities to all of our programs. If you call ahead to let us know your specific needs, we will be happy to learn how we can best serve you.
Programs require advance registration. For further information or for registration, call Reinstein Woods at 716-683-5959. To be notified by email when our program schedule is updated, sign up for the Lily Pad Newsletter Listserve.
*NOTE: We are unable to accommodate organized groups of more than 10 people, please call to schedule a separate program for a group this size or larger. If you or your group have special needs, please call ahead and we will be happy to learn how we can best accommodate your needs.
June
Life on the Forest Floor
Saturday, June 7
10:30 AM
Explore under logs and leaf litter to discover a hidden world underfoot. Advance registration required.
Meander in the Morning
Saturday, June 14
9:30 AM
Join Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve (FORNP) for a catered breakfast, Chinese auction, music and a dessert trail featuring wild edibles. Tickets are $25. Purchase in advance by June 9. Call 716-683-5959 for more information or visit the FORNP web page for an order form.
Strawberry Full Moon Walk
Wednesday, June 18
8:30 PM
Join us for a walk through the woods by the light of the moon and taste some fresh strawberries. Advance registration required.
Summer Wildflowers
Saturday, June 21
10:30 AM
Search for the wildflowers of the summer season and learn their uses and folklore. Advance registration required.
Camp Out
Saturday, June 28
10:30 AM
Learn fun crafts for kids and adults to do on your next camping trip. Materials fee $2 per child. For children ages 8 to 12; parent or guardian must attend. Advance registration required.
July
Pond Life
Friday, July 11
10:00 AM
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend. Advance registration required.
Knee-high Naturalists
July 9 and 23
August 13 and 27
10:00 AM
Looking to enjoy the summer season with your young child? Join our fun series just for them! Each hour-long indoor session will feature a variety of activities - such as stories, games and crafts - and will end with a snack. This program is for children ages 3 to 5 only and their caregivers. Participants must sign up for the entire series. The materials fee for the series is $6 per child for FORNP members or $10 per child for non-members. Participants must pay for the series at the first session.
Viva Volunteers!
Saturday, July 12
1:00 PM
Have you thought about volunteering at Reinstein Woods, but aren't quite sure what it's all about? Come to this presentation to meet some active volunteers and learn about the benefits of joining our volunteer team! Refreshments will be served. Advance registration required.
Bug-nanza!
Tuesday, July 15
7:00 PM
Come out for an evening of activities devoted to our creepy, crawly residents! Hunt for bugs in the forests and ponds, participate in a bug beauty contest and create an insect craft! Materials fee $1 per child. For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend. Advance registration required.
Buck Full Moon
Friday, July 18
8:00 PM
Bucks begin to grow new antlers at this time, so come out and join us as we search for bucks under the moonlight. Advance registration required.
Cold-blooded Creatures
Saturday, July 19
10:30 AM
Join us on a summer search for snakes, salamanders, frogs and turtles. Advance registration required.
Stroller Strut
Tuesday, July 22
10:00 AM
Bring your stroller and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers. Advance registration required.
Solar Power Play
Saturday, July 26
11:00 AM
Join us as we explore the power of the sun by making solar prints, baking cookies in a solar oven and putting solar power to the test. Advance registration required.
Going Batty!
Wednesday, July 30
8:00 PM
Bats are amazing animals but are often misunderstood. Separate fact from fiction and learn about the only true flying mammals. Advance registration required.
August
Pond Life
Friday, August 1
10:00 AM
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend. Advance registration required.
Fairy Houses
Saturday, August 9
10:00 AM
Make the fairies happy... build them a house! Use natural materials to build your house among the trees of Reinstein Woods without disturbing anything that is growing. Once you learn how, you can make one anywhere! Advance registration required.
Sturgeon Full Moon Walk
Friday, August 15
8:00 PM
Enjoy a walk in the woods by the light of the full moon. Advance registration required.
Pond Life
Saturday, August 16
10:30 AM
Dive into the world of aquatic organisms and see what is living in our ponds! For children ages 6 to 12; parent or guardian must attend. Advance registration required.
Stroller Strut
Tuesday, August 19
10:00 AM
Bring your stroller and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. For children ages 3 and under and their caregivers. Advance registration required.
Night Sky
Thursday, August 21
8:30 PM
Learn about the constellations that are visible this month and view the craters of the moon as it goes into the last quarter. For adults and children age 8 and older only. Advance registration required.
Ice Cream Social Fundraiser
August 23
1:00 PM
Enjoy family entertainment and tasty treats catered by Anderson's as you help support Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve. Call 716-683-5959 for information and ticket prices.
