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We’re always up to something fun
From weekly Wellness Walks, presented by Independent Health, to monthly guided tours, to annual day-long events celebrating insects, to camps, workshops and classes, we’re always up to something fun! Check out our events calendar for upcoming can’t-miss dates.

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SOLD OUT: Discovery Camp: Nature’s Engineers (Ages 3-5)
Beavers build, spiders spin, and ant colonies construct amazing structures to inspire us all. We'll explore the many examples of nature's impressive engineering feats, from the microscopic to massive, while also inventing our own. (activities adapted appropriately for each age group) Age: 3-5 Price: $310 per camper (BMS Members save...
SOLD OUT: Discovery Camp: Nature’s Engineers (Ages 5-8)
Beavers build, spiders spin, and ant colonies construct amazing structures to inspire us all. We'll explore the many examples of nature's impressive engineering feats, from the microscopic to massive, while also inventing our own. (activities adapted appropriately for each age group) Age: 5-8 Price: $310 per camper (BMS Members save...
SOLD OUT: Discovery Camp: Nature’s Engineers (Ages 8-10)
Beavers build, spiders spin, and ant colonies construct amazing structures to inspire us all. We'll explore the many examples of nature's impressive engineering feats, from the microscopic to massive, while also inventing our own. (activities adapted appropriately for each age group) Age: 8-10 Price: $310 per camper (BMS Members save...
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Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Presented by Independent Health. Age: All ages Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested. Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.
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Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Presented by Independent Health. Age: All ages Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested. Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.
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Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Presented by Independent Health. Age: All ages Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested. Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.
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Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Presented by Independent Health. Age: All ages Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested. Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.
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SOLD OUT – Summer Bug Safari
SOLD OUT – Summer Bug Safari
Join in a guided bug hunt on the Mounds and along Lake Kirsty's edge in search of live six-legged, eight-legged, and no-legged tiny wild neighbors using scientific collection techniques. Kids crafts indoors and real edible bugs available to taste - if you dare! $10 per person* All Ages
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Volunteer Tour Guide Training: Autumn Series
Volunteer Tour Guide Training: Autumn Series
Do you enjoy being outdoors and sharing the wonders of nature with groups of children? Then Tifft wants you as a Volunteer Tour Guide! Register for our two-part Autumn Training Series to learn why and how we do what we do to reach thousands of children each year. Register BEFORE...
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SOLD OUT – SciNight: Tree ID Course
SOLD OUT – SciNight: Tree ID Course
Learn 20 different local trees through an in depth and hands-on indoor course with take-home materials such as real, laminated tree leaf specimens, guides, and information on tree medicinal and edible properties. $20 per person* Ages 18+
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Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Wellness Walks presented by Independent Health
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve. Presented by Independent Health. Age: All ages Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested. Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.
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SOLD OUT – Full Moon Family Hike
SOLD OUT – Full Moon Family Hike
Enjoy a guided tour outdoors in search of wildlife beneath the Full Harvest Moon. No headlamps or flash photography please. $8 per person* Ages 5+