Our Mission Statement

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.

Sweetbriar 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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Upcoming/Ongoing Events
· FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT SWEETBRIAR’S WILDLIFE	June 24, 2013 » more info
· Spring Discovery Days	» more info
· Library Programs	» more info
· Events Calendar

2013 Birdseed Sales

July 28 and October 27

Bird Seed Order Form
*prices subject to change

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.

May 11, 2013 – Families

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Library Programs

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

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» Note from the director of wildlife rehabilitation

Dear Educators,

In order to improve our educational programs for schools we have created a survey through Survey Monkey. Please fill it out so that we can better serve your needs.

Thank you for your support,

Eric Young Program Director

2012 Appeal
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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GREEN THUMBS WANTED
For more information, visit our volunteer page.