Where Science, Art and Nature Come Together.
Saturday, May 13th Start time: 8:00 AM Program length: 2 hrs. Bird watching is a quiet and relaxing way to connect with nature in a meaningful way. Join us for our annual spring bird walk through the wetland and scrub areas of Pfeiffer Nature…
Location: Pfeiffer Lillibridge property- 1974 Lillibridge Road in Portville, NY. Sunday, April 30th Program Start Time: 10 AM Program Length: 1 hour Cost: $7/person or $5 for Members Forest bathing, also known in Japanese culture as “taking in the forest atmosphere” or shinrinyoku, is…
Beginning Friday, December 9th through Christmas Join us once again at the Lillibridge Property for a new storybook adventure along our Storybook Reading Trail for the young readers in your life. Read the tale The Tree That’s Meant To Be on the Interpretive Trail…
WE’RE GOING TO THE CREEK!! Nature is endlessly fascinating. When parents or other caring adults can share their excitement, their interest, and their enjoyment of the natural world with their young person, magic happens. Mom and Dad encourage the child, who in turn inspires the parents to reinforce…
The last school bell for the summer will be ringing soon – and that leaves most parents wondering – what on earth are we going to do this summer? Have no fear – Pfeiffer Nature Center will help you keep the kids occupied this…
…What stars will we see tonight?The night of the new moon – when the moon is completely hidden by the sun – is the perfect time for sky watching. With no visible moon, the other heavenly bodies are much easier to see. It’s also a…
Birders can be a funny lot. By that I mean humorous – although they can be a bit eccentric, too. Have you seen The Big Year with Owen Wilson, Jack Black, & Steve Martin? The warm days of glorious summer have arrived and the…
Young Minds Thrive When Soaking in the Beauty of Nature Springtime in the woods is full of wonder and magic! Being outdoors in nature is the perfect backdrop for inspiring children to become passionate about the beautiful Earth we have inherited. Showing little ones…
They’re a natural fit. Kids love the outdoors, and they love learning. Nature wants people to care about it so they’ll care for it. Pfeiffer Nature Center wants to share our joy in the natural world with everyone. It’s a win-win-win! This program is…
“Hey Sweetie!” That’s how my friend identifies the call of the Black-capped Chickadee, one of our common, year-round birds. The Chickadee is visually appealing, with clear colors and a rounded body and head. He’s also not a particularly shy bird, likely be easy to…