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Technology Helping Nature

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Technology doesn't have to be contrary to enjoying time in nature. During an indoor, informative presentation, find out how to use your smartphone or other device to learn more about the natural world and even help scientists collect data. Please bring a smartphone or cellular tablet to this program. Advance...

CANCELLED – New Moon Hike

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

This event has been cancelled due to anticipated weather conditions. If you have already registered, a Tifft staff member will be reaching out to you. Explore Tifft's trails on one of the darkest nights of the year! Discover who is active at night at Tifft and how their senses differ...

Tree Cookie Winter Ornaments

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Use a small tree cookie (no, not the edible kind) as the wooden foundation for a beautiful winter ornament made of natural materials. Register for the number of ornaments you wish to make and drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to enjoy crafting in the Center! A...

Little Tykes on the Trails

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Enjoy a morning of early childhood fun with a story time, guided trail walk, and playful activities to help foster the nature explorer in your child. Bring your own snack to enjoy in the Center or on the Deck. Rain or shine. Advance registration required. Space is limited. Age: Ages 3-5...

Hot Chocolate Hike

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Stretch your legs with a guided wintry nighttime walk and warm-up afterwards with delicious hot chocolate and mix-ins indoors! Advance registration required. Space is limited. Age: All ages Cost: $9 per person. BMS Members save 10%.

Wilderness Survival Merit Badge

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Learn the important points of staying alive in a survival situation such as fire building, signaling, and shelter building. Cost: $15 per scout To register please call Tifft Nature Preserve at 716.825.6397 or email tifftreservations@sciencebuff.org. Pre-registration and pre-payment required for all programs by the 15th of the prior month.

SciNight: Nature’s Inspirations

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Where did the idea for velcro come from? How did the Wright brothers figure out the best shape for airplane wings? By observing and learning more about our natural world, we can solve some of the world's biggest challenges. Learn more about biomimicry in this hands-on indoor workshop. Advance registration...

Full Moon Family Hike

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Enjoy an evening outdoors with a guided, tranquil stroll in search of wildlife beneath January's Full Moon. Flat accessible trails. No headlamps, please. Advance registration required. Space is limited. Age: 5+ Cost: $8 per person. BMS Members save 10%.

Seniors: Sow What Journey

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Get down to the roots of our food “network” to  discover the complex relationships between what we  eat, the land, water, air, and energy use around us.  Cost: $15 per scout To register or schedule a private program date for your Troop  (minimum of 8 Scouts) please call Tifft Nature Preserve...

Little Tykes on the Trails

Tifft Nature Preserve 1200 Furhmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY, United States

Enjoy a morning of early childhood fun with a storytime, guided trail walk, and playful activities to help foster the nature explorer in your child. Bring your own snack to enjoy in the Center or on the Deck. Rain or shine. Advance registration required. Space is limited. Age: 3-5 Cost: $8 per...