Hikes for Tikes: Getting Ready for Winter will meet at Sperr Park in Big Flats, NY, by the pavilion.

This free program is geared towards families and caregivers with younger children. Our nature guides, provided by Tanglewood Nature Center, will lead you and your child(ren) on a fun nature stroll. These walks are stroller-friendly and a snack and drink is provided for our little river friends at the half-way point. All walks take less than an hour. This is a wonderful way to network with other young families and learn about our environment. No registration is required.

This program meets from 10am – 11am at various locations, as noted below. Our guide will talk about environmental issues as the walk progresses. Each walk includes binoculars, snacks, water and education provided by a skilled Tanglewood nature guide.

Please wear sneakers, hiking boots, or comfortable shoes (no  flip flops). Bring sun screen and insect repellent. The walks are on dirt and paved trails and grassy levees and meadows. The walks are rain-or-shine events and are only cancelled for lightning storms. Dress for the weather. In the winter, we only cancel if the wind chill drops below zero.

• May 19: Birds | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• June 9: Insects & Spiders | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• June 23: Mammals | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• July 7: Reptiles & Amphibians | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• July 28: Colors & Shapes in Nature | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• August 11: Animal Babies | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• September 8: Fall Scavenger Hunt | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• October 13: Creepy Animals and Plants | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• November 3: Plants & Trees | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood
• December 1: Getting Ready for Winter | Sperr Park | Led by Tanglewood