This 147-acre wildlife sanctuary is comprised of forest, meadow, salt marsh and shore along the Long Island Sound. Also an excellent bird-watching location, more than 230 species have been sighted here. It’s also home to a children’s camp, picnic spots, and three miles of hiking trails.
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Admission and fees: County park pass is not required for admission
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Directions: Route 1, Rye
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Nature center hours: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday and most holidays. The Nature Center staff may be involved in biodiversity studies on Fridays and the center may be closed. Please call (914) 835-4466 in advance. July through mid-August (during camp sessions) the center is open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trails are open every day dawn to dusk.
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Phone: (914) 835-4466
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Exhibits: The building displays a small number of changing exhibits and saltwater aquariums containing representative species of marine life.