Presentation explains winter survival

The Fort Montgomery State Historic Site and Trailside Museums and Zoo will host a presentation at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 17, on how animals such as deer, wood frogs and praying mantis survive the winter.

Bucks in winter (photo provided)
Bucks in winter (photo provided)

The program, which takes place at Fort Montgomery, is designed for children ages 8 and older and will include a nature trek to search for animal tracks, hands-on furs and games. Registration is required; call 845-446-2134. The historic site is located at 690 Route 9W in Forth Montgomery.

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