Quogue Wildlife Refuge
You may encounter periodic trail closures due to the impact of the Southern Pine Beetle at the Refuge.
Southampton’s 200+ public freshwater bodies serve as critical headwaters for our marine bays, yet they lack formal monitoring at the Federal, State, or Local levels. To address this gap, the Citizen Science Learning Center (CSLC) is launching the Pond Keeper program—a citizen-led monitoring network designed to track Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs). In this virtual presentation …
Join Quogue Library storyteller for a special story hour outdoors at the Refuge, including a simple craft and a special visit from one of our ambassador box turtles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This program is offered in collaboration with the Quogue Library. Reservations required, $5 per child/ free for QWR Members.
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day (May 9th) with a guided bird walk for beginners on the Refuge trails. Join QWR Educators with your binoculars to identify and observe migratory birds like warblers, songbirds, and more. Adults and families welcome. $10 per person, $5 for 2026 QWR members.
This watercolor nature journaling program on the Refuge trails encourages participants to slow down, observe nature, and record their experiences through simple watercolor techniques and light sketching. Led by Jennifer Lucas of Beach Oak Designs, the workshop blends art, observation, and mindfulness along with information on flora and fauna from a QWR Educator. Participants will …
Learn about turtles and tortoises during QWR’s Annual celebration of World Turtle Day. Participants will meet some of our resident live turtles, then take a guided hike in search of native species of turtles and learn what you can do to help local species. A program for adults and families. This program will be outdoors. …
Join a QWR Educator for a guided hike to the ecologically rare dwarf pines ecosystem to learn about native flora, fauna, and fire ecology. Round trip hike is approximately 3 miles and is on relatively flat terrain. Please apply any insect repellent prior to arrival $10 per person, $5 for QWR 2026 members. Space is …
Join us on Zoom for this virtual program to explore the fascinating world of Long Island’s herons! From the towering great blue heron to the secretive green heron, discover how these elegant wading birds hunt, nest, and thrive in our local wetlands. Learn to identify different species, hear fun facts, and find out where you …