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- EIN 13-1855977
- (914) 666-8448
- 260 Chestnut Ridge Rd Mount Kisco NY 10549 USA
- www.westmorelandsanctuary.org
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Causes: Camps, Environment, Environmental Education, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, Sports
Mission: To acquire, conserve, and enrich land for the free use, enjoyment, and education of all.
Programs: Westmoreland Sanctuary is a not-for-profit, independent nature center and wildlife preserve located in Westchester County, New York. We offer a variety of activities to more than 30,000 annual visitors including environmental education programs, conservation programs, and recreation programs. Our land spans three towns: Bedford, Mount Kisco, and Armonk. Our preserve is 640 acres with 8.5 miles of hiking trails. Access to these trails, along with our Natural Science Museum, is free and open 365 days a year. Our outdoor environmental education programs are for all ages. Our programs take place all-year-round and cultivate an enthusiastic love of nature. Our hands-on curricula for children and young adults incorporates the Next Generation Science Standards, the cornerstone of New York and Connecticut science education. Our over 100+ programs span a wide array of topics including maple sugaring, bird banding, and floral design. Our environmental conservation programs are concentrated on certain unique and fragile habitats. This maximizes our protection of our community from climate change and preserving air, water, and soil quality. You can join us by becoming a volunteer or participating in our internship program.