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Self-Guided Winter Scavenger Hunt

Two children hold up a piece of paper.
Winter scavenger hunt Visitors checking off items for their winter scavenger hunt on the trails of Mashomack. © Rebecca Kusa/TNC
Event Overview

Visiting the preserve with kids this winter? Step into a world of frosty secrets with our self‑guided Winter Scavenger Hunt. Wander through quiet woods, discover natural treasures, and keep your eyes sharp for all the fun sights waiting along the trail. Every path holds surprises — whether you’re taking a short snowy stroll or a longer, winding trek — and you never know what the season might reveal next.

Let the adventure begin!

Pick up the list from our Visitor Center. Don’t forget to pick up a prize when you’re done!

Explore The Area

A view of Husing Pond with greenery in the foreground.

Husing Pond Preserve

Nestled along the scenic North Fork of Long Island, Husing Pond Preserve offers a tranquil escape into nature.

A narrow stream through a bright green salt marsh under blue skies with scattered clouds.

Merrill Lake Sanctuary

Merrill Lake Sanctuary is one of the most beautiful coastal marsh complexes on eastern Long Island, with panoramic vistas of Accabonac Harbor.

Looking into a forest with green, orange, and yellow colored tree leaves.

Big Woods and Wolf Swamp Preserve

Big Woods and Wolf Swamp Preserve is open for hiking, photography and birdwatching. Visitor amenities and boardwalks over wetland areas include marked trails, entrance signs and a parking area.