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November at Mashomack

Trails are open 7 days a week, dawn to dusk

Please Note: Mashomack Trails will be closed November 4^th and 5^th as we welcome Hunters of Color to the preserve.

The Visitor Center Exhibits are open
Thursday – Saturday, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Visitor Center restrooms open daily, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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©Rebecca Kusa/TNC

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NY Harbor School students and teachers work with local partner, Kate Rossi-Snook

to explore oyster reef biodiversity at Mashomack.

From Governor’s Island to Shelter Island

Fall programming is in full swing at Mashomack, as we welcome schools, community partners, and the public to our preserve. Nine students from Governor’s Island based New York Harbor School joined us for a multi-day stay in early October. They dove into studying coastal issues including living shorelines, oyster habitat and the local marine economy. Students got their hands dirty and feet wet as they met with local shellfish partner Kate Rossi-Snook from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learned about oyster restoration work while exploring the coastal habitats of Mashomack. This amazing field experience served as valuable hands-on experience, as they launched into the final year of their three-year course in Marine Affairs, Policy and Advocacy.

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Join Us at this Spectacular Time of Year
Come embrace the change of seasons—and the incredible colors of fall—with our Mashomack team and take a hike through the woods, volunteer on the trails or attend one of our fall programs. Below is a sample of upcoming events.

Advanced registration is required for all programs. For questions or to reserve your spot, please email MashomackPreserve@tnc.org.

Volunteer with Us
From leaf cleanups on the Manor House lawn, to preparing for the festive season ahead, we have lots of opportunities for you to get involved! To learn more, please email us at MashomackPreserve@tnc.org.

©Rebecca Kusa/TNC

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Mashomack volunteer Barb Vanderberg helping to tackle accessible bench assembly

and installation with Mashomack team.

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Fall Programming

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Turkey Vultures feed on carrion and have powerful beaks that can tear through animal hides.
This one here was spotted perched in a tree at Mashomack.

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Fall Seedlings
Dates:

Nocturnal Nature: Thursday, November 9^th, 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Winter Solstice: Thursday, December 21^st, 3:00 – 4:30 PM

Join us at Mashomack as we explore the natural world around us and learn about different animals and habitats at the preserve. Activities will include crafts, snacks and/or exploring our trails. Ages 4-8. Advanced registration is required.
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Birds of Prey with Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Date: Saturday, November 25^th, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Have you ever seen a live owl? The Quogue Wildlife Refuge will be at Mashomack on Thanksgiving weekend and present a program featuring live birds of prey. Come learn about their amazing abilities and the threats to their survival. Don’t miss the chance to see these magnificent birds “up close and personal.” Drop in, all are welcome.
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Volunteer Leaf Cleanup and Cider at the Manor House
Dates: Friday, December 1^st and Saturday December 2^nd , 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (drop-in)
Join us on the Manor House lawn to help with our annual leaf cleanup. The leaves are sent to Sylvester Manor, where they serve as a key part of their local composting effort. Warm up with hot cider on the porch of the Manor House afterwards.
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Candlelight Tour and Winter Stories at the Mashomack Manor House
Date: Thursday, December 7^th , 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Join Heather Clark Reylek and Penny Clark Kerr for winter stories and a candlelight tour of the Mashomack Manor House! Hear tales of the Clark family’s time as caretakers of the House, their winter adventures, and learn a bit about the changes to the house over time. Light refreshments provided. Ages 12 and up.

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Save the Date!

Mashomack Holiday Open House

Saturday, December 9^th , 3:00 – 5:00 PM

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Join us to celebrate the holidays. Mulled cider, eggnog and the good cheer of the season are the perfect complement to the Manor House’s festive decorations. Sing songs, enjoy some sweet and savory treats and even take part in a holiday nature craft or two. All are welcome.Event updates and additional information at nature.org/events. Advanced registration is required for all programs. For questions or to reserve your spot, please email MashomackPreserve@tnc.org.

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November Book in the Woods

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Tidy by Emily GravettPete the badger likes the woods and animals to be neat and tidy at all times. When cleaning up fallen leaves escalates to removing the “messy” forest, his animal friends help to set things right.