Our Mission Statement

Sweetbriar Nature Center ECSS: Sweetbriar Nature Center is a private not-for-profit corporation which exists to provide natural science education services for Long Island residents of all ages and to engage in native wildlife rehabilitation services. Through education and examples, ECSS encourages responsible decision making, appreciation, and respect for the unique wildlife and ecosystems found on Long Island.

Donate NowSweetbriar Nature Center is situated on 54 acres of varied garden, woodland, field and wetland habitats on the Nissequogue River. Hundreds of species of plants and animals make homes here.

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Yard Sale For Wildlife: A Call for Donations

We are holding a yard sale on April 28 and April 29 to raise money to support our mission of providing Nature Education and Wildlife Rehabilitation to local residents. We are looking for donations of antiques, collectibles, knick knacks, and other items under 50 pounds. All should be in good to excellent condition. No toys or games unless they are still in unopened, and no books or clothing. To make a donation call Eric Young at 631-979-63244 to arrange a drop off or pick up.

Nocturnal Wanderings: In Search of Owls

Sweetbriar Nature Center will be offering seasonal night walks, three for families, and one for adults. All walks will be on Saturday evenings from 7pm to 9:30pm.

August 11, 2012– Families
November 12, 2012 – Families
February 9, 2013 – Adults (Teens 13 and over)
May 11, 2013 – Families

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NEW Library Programs

ATTENTION LIBRARIANS
Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown Offers Nature and Wildlife Programs at your library

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2011 Appeal
Cleo the fox

A letter from our curator, Janine Bendicksen.

** Please read **

Adopt an Animal

hawk Anyone can become a "friend" to one of our resident animals or animals who have been rescued and are being rehabilitated for release into the wild.

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32nd Annual Nature and Craft Fair

Upcoming/Ongoing Events

· Nocturnal Wanderings: In Search of Owls

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· Camp Open House
· Holiday Discovery Camp
· Spring Discovery Camp
· Summer Discovery Camps

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· 2012 Birdseed Sales
  Summer - Order due date: 7/19 - Pick up: 7/29, *11am to 2pm
  Fall - Order due date: 10/18 - Pick up: 10/28, *11am to 2pm
  *Note change in pick up time from previous birdseed sales

Bird Seed Order Form

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** GREEN THUMBS WANTED **

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