Friends of Rye Nature Center

Friends of Rye Nature Center Our grounds are open everyday from dawn to dusk. Our building and offices are open from 9 to 5, Monday through Saturday.

Dog are not allowed on the grounds or trails of the Rye Nature Center.

Oktoberfest tickets are going FAST. Our earliest ticket level has already sold out, and other tiers are moving quickly.J...
08/31/2026

Oktoberfest tickets are going FAST. Our earliest ticket level has already sold out, and other tiers are moving quickly.

Join us October 2 from 7–10 p.m. for seasonal brews, great food, friends, and a festive fall night in the forest, all in support of Friends of Rye Nature Center.

Don’t wait to make your plans! Tickets are available right here: https://ryenaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/ryenaturecenter/event.jsp?event=4412&

Spend a morning helping care for the trails at Rye Nature Center!Our Trail Crew is looking for volunteers to work alongs...
08/14/2026

Spend a morning helping care for the trails at Rye Nature Center!

Our Trail Crew is looking for volunteers to work alongside the Conservation Team removing invasive plants. You’ll also learn how to identify invasive species and how we manage them throughout the property.

Wednesday, August 19, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Thursday, August 20, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Sign up here: https://ryenaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=4419&

Our conservation volunteers have been hard at work pulling Japanese stiltgrass (often called stiltweed) to help protect ...
08/05/2026

Our conservation volunteers have been hard at work pulling Japanese stiltgrass (often called stiltweed) to help protect Rye Nature Center's forest.

Did you know there's a difference between non-native and invasive plants?

A non-native plant simply didn't originate here. An invasive plant is a non-native species that spreads aggressively, outcompetes native plants, and disrupts local ecosystems.

So which is Japanese stiltgrass?

Interested in getting your hands dirty and making a real impact? We'd love to have you join our conservation volunteers. Give us a buzz and help us care for Rye Nature Center!

Shout out to our summer staff! 👏This team has spent their summer leading hikes, wrangling campers, teaching about nature...
08/04/2026

Shout out to our summer staff! 👏

This team has spent their summer leading hikes, wrangling campers, teaching about nature, creating unforgettable memories, and bringing so much energy and joy to Rye Nature Center every single day.

Thank you for your hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication. You helped make this an unforgettable summer for so many campers and families.

Tickets are now available for our annual Square Dance! Join us on Saturday, September 12 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM for an e...
07/31/2026

Tickets are now available for our annual Square Dance! Join us on Saturday, September 12 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM for an evening of family fun, live music, delicious food, and classic square dancing.

Tickets and more via the link in our bio. We can't wait to kick up our heels with you!

MACRO MONDAYS! Check out this baby white pine, who’s seed coat is still attached to the pine needles. This seedling was ...
07/27/2026

MACRO MONDAYS! Check out this baby white pine, who’s seed coat is still attached to the pine needles. This seedling was photographed on a Friday, and by Saturday it had been eaten up, most likely by a deer.

Tuesday, July 21: Due to the severe weather, the Rye Nature Center grounds are closed this evening.
07/21/2026

Tuesday, July 21: Due to the severe weather, the Rye Nature Center grounds are closed this evening.

Time for another edition of MACRO MONDAYS! Take a look at this giant silk moth. Her cocoon had been under observation si...
07/20/2026

Time for another edition of MACRO MONDAYS!

Take a look at this giant silk moth. Her cocoon had been under observation since early September, and she finally emerged this spring.

As an adult, she’ll live for only about five days. Nearly her entire life was spent growing and developing inside that cocoon, making this brief adult stage the final chapter of a much longer story. It’s a great reminder of just how incredible insect life cycles can be.

Did you get your tickets yet?! They are now on sale for our annual Square Dance! Join us on Saturday, September 12, for ...
07/15/2026

Did you get your tickets yet?! They are now on sale for our annual Square Dance! Join us on Saturday, September 12, for an evening of live music, dancing, delicious food, and fun for all ages. Bring your friends and family for some old-fashioned charm and plenty of community spirit.

Tickets: Adults $50 | Children $30

We hope to see you on the dance floor.

Address

873 Boston Post Road
Rye, NY
10580

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19149675150

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