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Reading the Secret Language of the Forest

Join Dan Yacobellis, a level three animal tracker, of Tamakoce Wilderness Programs for an indoor lesson and outdoor guided hike.

When and where

Date and time

Sunday, Feb 15, 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Address

Huyck Preserve, 284 Pond Hill Road Rensselaerville, NY 12147

Cost

$15 suggested donation

About this event

Actually, it's not so secret! Animals communicate through a variety of sights, sounds and smells with all their neighbors. Aside from that, they leave unintentional signs of their presence everywhere you turn. Dan is a level 3 certified tracker who has spent over three decades learning to understand much of this hidden language. Come see what the tracker sees when walking through the woods. You'll be surprised how many "secrets" you can learn and take home with you on a simple 3 hour walk. And it's lots of fun too! Tracking is a slow moving activity. We will be stopping frequently to question and talk about what we are seeing. Dress in layers for a typical, 3 hour casual walk then add 2 layers. Hand and feet warmers are excellent to take the sting off of cold toes and finger tips.

Registration is required; event is capped at 15 people. Suggested donation for non-members $15 and $5 for members.


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