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Bird Watching with Long Island Kids
Nature is abound on Long Island and one way to squeeze in some quality family time is to learn which animals share our home. Luckily, various kinds of birds can be found here throughout the year and families can learn more about where the best spots are to watch our feathered friends take flight.
Can't get enough? We've also rounded up places where you can have an Animal Encounter or On the Farm birthday party.
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Suffolk County Environmental Center
130 S Bayview Ave., Islip
631-581-6908
On Sundays throughout the year, you can visit the Seatuck Family Nature Club to learn about seasonal birds and other nature-related topics. Participate in the annual Birding Challenge in September. All ages are welcome to enter.
North Shore Audubon Society
50 Barry Dr, Glen Cove
516-671-5725
Located at the Garvies Point Preserve, this group organizes birding events along Nassau County's North Shore, including various field trips from April through October. Beginner birders welcome.
Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay
516-922-3200
The Sanctuary welcomes families for various birding events throughout the year. Birding birthday parties are also a possibility here (Awesome Owls or Radical Raptors). It also offers a special For the Birds program for 2nd to 5th graders.
South Fork Natural History Museum
377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton
631-537-9735
The SoFo Museum offers regular birding (and other animal/nature-themed) events and activities for kids year-round on their expansive, lush property that attracts all kinds of animals. Birding With Frank is for older kids ages 12+, while other programs help children learn how to bird by ear, as well as how our fine feathered friends use their body parts to survive. The hands-on, interactive, indoor display features an in-depth look at various birds as well.
Center for Science Teaching & Learning
1 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre
516-764-0045
This full-service science education program sits on 11 acres and is open year-round with a flat, easy trail and pond for families to enjoy some bird watching. Head indoors to their Animal Exhibit for some hands on fun. It also offers pre-school, education programs and birthday parties.
Photo: Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center
Places featured in this article:
South Fork Natural History Museum
Suffolk County Environmental Center
