Nature Study Center,
Oceanside Public Schools

Address: 25 Castleton Court
Oceanside, NY 11572

Telephone: 516-594-2342
Email: osprey11572@yahoo.com

Hours of Operation: Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and by appointment.

Fees: None

Mission: To promote awareness and appreciation for natural habitats and ecosystems, both locally and worldwide.

Target Audience: Students, pre-K through adult.

Facility Description: Visitor center with live exhibits of amphibians, reptiles, fish, mammals, plants and invertebrates, and preserved specimens of various habitats, animals, fungi, and plants.

Facilities for People with Specific Needs: Yes

Types of Programs and Resources Offered: School programs, field trips, assembly programs, in-service courses, PTA programs, and community group functions. A variety of environmental educational materials are available.

Topics Addressed: Environmental issues, local fauna and flora, and general ecology.