Suffolk County
Field Trips

The Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve offers walking, jogging, hiking and biking trails through natural woodland, meadows, rocky shoreline, and salt marsh.

A part of the Vanderbilt Museum, the Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium offers educational programs, sky shows that recreate celestial events on the 60-foot dome.

The Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) is dedicated to teaching marine mammal science, environmental science, and conservation.

The Custer Observatory is Long Island’s oldest public observatory; Open to the public every Saturday evening from dusk until midnight. Staff will give you a tour of the facilities and the night sky through our powerful telescopes.

The Dolan DNA Learning Center offers hands-on science lessons on the principles of genetics and opportunities to do hands-on experiments with DNA for groups from middle school to high school ages.

The Eagles Neck Paddling Company offers the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of local nature and wildlife on a kayak or paddleboard with a guided or self-guided tour.

At the East End Seaport Museum on the historic Greenport waterfront visitors can explore the rich maritime heritage of Long Island’s East End.

East Hampton Town Maritime Museum three floors of exhibits with artifacts, photographs, models and displays show how our marine environment has impacted upon the economic, social and recreational life of people.

Explore the Fire Island Lighthouse and visit nature trails and the surrounding bay and ocean. Learn about the lighthouse’s history, discover the life of lighthouse keepers, and understand the significance of preserving maritime history.

Filled with historic buildings, animals, gardens, and farmlands, The Hallockville Museum Farm can tailor its educational programs to the needs of your group with tours and hands-on activities.

The Museum’s collection spans 500 years of Western Art and highlights 19th century American landscape painting, as well as American and European modernist art.

At Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve, enjoy its many live animals, educational displays, and even a Native American artifact collection. School groups can participate in hands-on programs.