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We would like to share some news with all members of Friends of Reinstein Woods! Many of you may already know of this news, and some of its impacts are already being seen around the preserve, but we feel it deserves some special coverage. In 2015, a member of the Friends of Reinstein Woods graciously … Continue reading Giving News
Read MoreNature Sightings
The extreme rain we received last week has led to an explosion of mushrooms and Wildflowers around Reinstein Woods. Wild bergamot, purple coneflower, butterfly weed, and swamp milkweed are in full bloom. Wild bergamot has attracted pollinators such as bumble bees, silver-spotted skippers, and other skipper butterflies. Banded longhorn beetles, yellow-collared scape moths and other … Continue reading Nature Sightings
Read MoreMembers Tour Buffalo Botanical Gardens
Members of Friends of Reinstein Woods enjoyed a private tour of the Buffalo Botanical Gardens. Attendees were impressed with the recent renovations and updates to exhibits. This tour is an example of the great member-only programs we offer. See a list of our upcoming Member – Only Programs here.
Read MoreWhat Can I Recycle at Reinstein Woods?
If you attended Winter Wonderland, you may have seen the Coalition of Positively Charged People‘s unique battery chute that was helping folks recycle alkaline (normal household) batteries. While Reinstein Woods is no longer accepting alkaline batteries, we do accept the following materials for recycling: rechargeable batteries sneakers in usable condition clean, empty skin care, hair care … Continue reading What Can I Recycle at Reinstein Woods?
Read MoreNew Solar- Powered Car Charging Station at Reinstein Woods!
You may have noticed a new structure in the parking lot at Reinstein Woods. In honor of Earth Week, DEC unveiled a new solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station! State Senator Timothy Kennedy and Assemblyperson Monica P. Wallace joined DEC Region 9 Director Abby Snyder and other officials to open the station. Manufactured in California by … Continue reading New Solar- Powered Car Charging Station at Reinstein Woods!
Read MoreA Message from the President
Spring and “springtime” bring to mind three R’s: rebirth, renewal and regrowth. There are also the three R’s of waste management: reduce, reuse, recycle….but let’s gets back to spring! The spring season is full of transformations. The temperature rises to a more bearable degree, and the trees once again bud into lush, green, picture-perfect plants. Aside from the … Continue reading A Message from the President
Read MoreNew Scooter Available for Loan!
People with limited mobility can now borrow an electric scooter to help them enjoy Reinstein Woods’ trails! The scooter is available on a first-come, first-serve basis whenever the education center is open (see hours below). You can also register to borrow it when you sign up for a public program. The scooter is only available … Continue reading New Scooter Available for Loan!
Read MoreThere’s An App For That: Litterati
Note: Our Spring “Nature Tech” series for kids was so popular that we’ve decided to occasionally post about a useful nature app for your smartphone or tablet. As a public location, trash is something we are very aware of at Reinstein Woods. We are fortunate that despite lots of visitors, our trails remain relatively trash … Continue reading There’s An App For That: Litterati
Read MoreThank You Donors! Welcome New Members!
Reinstein Woods is grateful to all the donors and new members who contributed this winter or spring to Friends of Reinstein Woods. You make it possible for students, teachers and adults to Share in Nature’s Harmony! Donors: Cinderella Isle Garden Club Employees of Bond, Schoeneck & King’s Buffalo Office Vinod and Constance Suchak – Kids … Continue reading Thank You Donors! Welcome New Members!
Read MoreNature Sightings
With the recent surge in rainfall, water levels in the ponds are very high. Spring has sprung and many of the trees are leafing out. You may catch a glimpse of trout lily flowering in the older patches of forest. May apples will soon be flowering too. In wetter areas, cuckoo flower is showing its … Continue reading Nature Sightings
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