Believe it or not, November is a great time to start milkweed from seed! Our native common milkweed seeds need a period of cold in order to germinate so starting now is perfect! Remember that Monarch butterfly caterpillars only eat milkweed and having some in your yard will attract not only butterflies, but a whole…

Discover the out of this world adaptations that snakes have and create art with real snake skin. This program is limited to 10 children. Adults must wear masks when dropping off and picking up children. Masks for children are required indoors and outdoors when not able to maintain a six foot distance. This class is…

Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. Learn about the secret life of lichen and go on a scavenger hunt to identify several key CT lichen species. This program is limited to 10 children. Adults must wear masks when dropping off and picking up…

One of the most important steps in growing great vegetables actually happens before planting, - testing the soil where you plan to plant the garden. Soil and the microbiology in the soil is more important than anything else that makes your vegetables grow. A soil test lets you know which Minerals, Trace elements, Anions and…

During this class offered via Zoom, we will discuss how to choose from the different types of feeders and seed, as well as how bird biology and migration should factor into your feeding plans. We will also learn what species you can expect to see in your backyard with identification tips and tricks. This program…

Wednesday, November 18, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. Bust some myths about opossums, learn what makes these wacky mammals so marvelous and make an opossum craft to take home with you! This program is limited to 10 children.…

During this class we will learn how to draw a red-shouldered hawk, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This class is offered via Zoom. While you can work in whatever medium you have at home, we will cover drawing in pencil for shape, proportion and contour, with recommendations of how to add color in…

The kids need a night out! What better way than an evening at the Nature Center? Children will have fun learning all about “Deer” through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and round out the evening with s’mores around the campfire. This program is for ages 6…

It’s time to get outside and celebrate the fall season with a bit of imagination. Pick-up a packet of art supplies and ideas for your family from outside the JX Barn and find a place to work along the trails, fields and woods at Coogan Farm. After creating your masterpiece, stop back by to share…

Celebrate the full Beaver Moon during a hike at the Nature Center. Please note full moon hikes happen even on overcast nights, and are suitable for adults and older, interested children. Heavy rain cancels. Meets at DPNC. Hikes are limited to 8 people. You MUST preregister and wear a mask the entire time hiking. Members…

Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. Learn about what deer are doing during this busy time of year, play a fun deer game and complete a deer craft to take home with you! This program is limited to 10 children. Adults must wear…