Preserve Activities

Follow the stream to the ponds of the Garden, identify plants that thrive on their edges, consider these as design features, and learn how the water system is maintained for beauty and ecological health. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.

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10 - 11 a.m.​

Discover the diversity of trees and shrubs in the field and forests of the natural lands. Practice identifying a variety of woody plants and learn more about their natural history with Tate Bushell.

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9 - 11 a.m.

A pair of common loons often nest at Little Long Pond. This series of three field walks will follow a loon family through chick rearing and provide insight into their ecology. Sign up for more than one walk to see the chicks grow and mature. 

 

               9 - 11 a.m                  

Step back in time as you explore the historic Thuya Lodge, originally built in the early 20th century by Joseph Henry Curtis. Linda Thayer will share the rich heritage and stories of this cherished summer lodge.​

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9 - 9:45 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy this informal walk and learn more about the natural lands of the Preserve. Bring your questions and hiking shoes; we will circle the pond by walking north on the David & Neva Trail and south on the carriage road. Distance covered 2.5 miles

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2 - 4 p.m.

Land Steward Ed Hawes will lead this walk introducing the art of trail building within the Land and Garden Preserve. Learn about design, construction and history of our trails. Enjoy a hands-on demonstration of stone shaping.

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1 - 3 p.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Experience Little Long Pond from the water! Paddle with Preserve staff to discover what flora and fauna call Little Long Pond home; learn more about our current conservation practices. Bring your own kayak, paddleboard, or canoe, paddle, and life vests.

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9 - 11 a.m.

Follow the stream to the ponds of the Garden, identify plants that thrive on their edges, consider these as design features, and learn how the water system is maintained for beauty and ecological health. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.

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10 - 11 a.m.​

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

How is our experience of a space framed by how we enter it? Join Garden Manager Ben Boegehold for a thoughtful and whimsical look at the gates of Thuya Garden. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.​

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8 - 10 a.m.

A pair of common loons often nest at Little Long Pond. This series of three field walks will follow a loon family through chick rearing and provide insight into their ecology. Sign up for more than one walk to see the chicks grow and mature. 

 

               9 - 11 a.m                  

Land Steward Ed Hawes will lead this walk introducing the art of trail building within the Land and Garden Preserve. Learn about design, construction and history of our trails. Enjoy a hands-on demonstration of stone shaping.

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9 - 11 a.m.

Wander the fields and forest of our natural lands and discover the diversity of wildflowers. Practice identifying what we find and learn more about the natural history of the flora at Little Long Pond.

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1 - 3 p.m.

Experience Little Long Pond from the water! Paddle with Preserve staff to discover what flora and fauna call Little Long Pond home; learn more about our current conservation practices. Bring your own kayak, paddleboard, or canoe, paddle, and life vests.

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Garden Manager Mary Roper will lead a walk through the garden sharing stories and expertise while addressing particular interests and questions of the participants. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.​​​

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10 - 11:30 a.m.​

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

Garden Manager Mary Roper will lead a walk through the garden sharing stories and expertise while addressing particular interests and questions of the participants. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.​​​

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10 - 11:30 a.m.​

Explore the meadows at Little Long Pond with Director of Lands, Tate Bushell. Learn about the meadows as a biological community and the restoration efforts that are taking place.
Distance covered 2.5 miles.

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2 - 4 p.m.

Join Ben Boegehold, garden manager, to learn about the history and care of trails of Thuya Garden and enjoy time in these less explored parts of the Thuya property. Bring your curiosity and questions. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.​

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10 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Nothing says summer like fireflies! Come watch their bioluminescent light show and learn about the ecology and natural history of these beetles. Kids welcome. This field walk is highly weather dependent; we will communicate with registrants if we need to reschedule.

​8 - 10 p.m.

Identify beneficial insects and birds in the various habitats of Thuya Garden. Jill Wilson will highlight the important roles they play and strategies for attracting them. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.​

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10 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

The winding paths of the Asticou Azalea Garden are illuminated by lanterns for this magical evening.  ​

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7:30 - 10 p.m.

A pair of common loons often nest at Little Long Pond. This series of three field walks will follow a loon family through chick rearing and provide insight into their ecology. Sign up for more than one walk to see the chicks grow and mature. 

 

               9 - 11 a.m                  

Explore the colorful and fragrant border gardens with Head Gardener Wendy Dolliver. Enjoy conversation about the design, history, and horticultural practices for these beds. This activity is for Forget-Me-Not level members and up.

 

3 - 3:45 p.m. 

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride along the roads of the Preserve. This activity is offered for Dahlia members and up.​​

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9 - 11 a.m.

Enjoy this informal walk and learn more about the natural lands of the Preserve. Bring your questions and hiking shoes; we will circle the pond by walking north on the David & Neva Trail and south on the carriage road. Distance covered 2.5 miles

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2 - 4 p.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

Enjoy the beauty and serenity of an early evening visit to the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden. This activity is offered for Lily, Trillium, and Birch level donors. ​​

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4:30 - 6 p.m.