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SUMMARY:Bugs and Beyond!
DESCRIPTION:The world is teeming with fascinating creatures and among the most diverse and successful are the arthropods\, our 6 and 8 legged friends! Following an introduction to their amazing adaptations\, we’ll then head out to the fields to see what species we can find using nets\, field guides\, and bug jars. Meets at DPNC. \nFree with support from the Rotary of the Stoningtons. \nMore Info and Register
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/bugs-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family,Kids,Nature,Nearby,Recreation
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike at the Peace Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Harvest Moon with a night hike at the Peace Sanctuary. With a DPNC educator as our guide\, we’ll wander the trails and wait for the moon to rise over the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the driveway by Peace Sanctuary at 233 River Road in Mystic. Pre-registration required\, masks are optional. This hike is of moderate difficulty over uneven terrain. \nMembers and Nonmembers: FREE with support from the Rotary of the Stoningtons \nMore Info and Register
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/full-moon-hike-at-the-peace-sanctuary-4/
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CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family,Health & Wellness,Nature,Nearby,Recreation
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SUMMARY:Chickadees at DPNC
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes\, live animal encounters\, creative crafts\, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding\, exploring\, and learning together as you embark on a nature adventure with your little chickadee! Sign up per session. Rain cancels this program. If you would like to sign up mid-session please call the Nature Center for availability and pro-rated pricing. Call 860-536-1216 for availability. \nTakes place on Fridays; September 12\, 19\, 26\, October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 \nMembers: $150.45 Nonmembers: $177 \nInfo & Registration
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chickadees-at-dpnc/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Crabbing
DESCRIPTION:Join DPNC for crabbing at our secret location. There will be a brief intro to basic techniques of crabbing and crab identification before we start. We’ll provide the nets\, bait and lines. Wear shoes that can get wet and provide traction on slippery rocks\, no flip flops or crocs! Pre-registration is required. \nMeets at the Peace Sanctuary Entrance at 233 River Rd in Mystic. \nMembers: $12.75; Non-Members: $15 \nRegister
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/family-crabbing-5/
LOCATION:Peace Sanctuary\, 233 River Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adventures in Nature: To Migrate or Not?
DESCRIPTION:Join DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month\, we will explore which backyard birds migrate and which don’t. We will discover ways to identify the birds that stay by using their sizes\, colors\, and their calls. You will meet some of our resident birds and hike our trials to test your newfound identification skills. Don’t let this program fly off without you! \nPre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC.\nFree with generous support of the Chelsea Groton Foundation. \nRegister
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/adventures-in-nature-to-migrate-or-not/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chickadees at DPNC
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes\, live animal encounters\, creative crafts\, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding\, exploring\, and learning together as you embark on a nature adventure with your little chickadee! Sign up per session. Rain cancels this program. If you would like to sign up mid-session please call the Nature Center for availability and pro-rated pricing. Call 860-536-1216 for availability. \nTakes place on Fridays; September 12\, 19\, 26\, October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 \nMembers: $150.45 Nonmembers: $177 \nInfo & Registration
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chickadees-at-dpnc/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Green-Tie Celebration: Open Spaces\, Wild Places
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our signature gala filled with nature\, camaraderie\, and celebration. Enjoy an evening of cocktails\, delicious hors d’oeuvres\, and lively fun—all in support of protecting the wild places and open spaces that make our community so special. \nThe Maggie Jones Environmental Hero Award will be presented to Sidney Van Zandt\, in recognition of over 60 years of land conservation advocacy and leadership. Join us in recognizing her contributions to our community. This year’s celebration will benefit the conservation and environmental education programming at the Nature Center. \nIndividual: $130 Sponsor: $200 \nMore Info & Tickets
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/the-green-tie-celebration-open-spaces-wild-places/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber of Commerce,Charity,Community,Educational,Family,Food,Fundraiser,Nature,Nearby,Recreation
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SUMMARY:Chickadees at DPNC
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes\, live animal encounters\, creative crafts\, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding\, exploring\, and learning together as you embark on a nature adventure with your little chickadee! Sign up per session. Rain cancels this program. If you would like to sign up mid-session please call the Nature Center for availability and pro-rated pricing. Call 860-536-1216 for availability. \nTakes place on Fridays; September 12\, 19\, 26\, October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 \nMembers: $150.45 Nonmembers: $177 \nInfo & Registration
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/chickadees-at-dpnc/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sounds of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Nature is filled with beautiful music. Take time to appreciate the lovely sounds that are created by nature during this guided walk for families. We will listen for birds and frogs as we stroll the trails at the Nature Center. Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. \nMembers: $8.50\, Nonmembers: $10 \nRegister
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/sounds-of-nature/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family,Kids,Nature,Nearby,Recreation,Tours,Water
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SUMMARY:Hike the Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike along the trails at DPNC. We’ll explore a variety of habitats\, including forests\, meadows and wetlands and learn about local wildlife\, native plants\, and the unique ecosystems that call this area home. Meets at DPNC\, preregistration is required. \nMembers and Nonmembers: FREE \nRegister
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/hike-the-nature-center-7/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Environmental Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Join DPNC every Tuesday for our Environmental Afternoons! Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities\, meeting live animals\, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There are two teachers per age group. Please bring a snack and water bottle to each class. Be prepared to go outside in all weather conditions! Sign-ups are by class. Sign up for one\, some or all! \nSign up is by the following age groups:\nExplorers (ages 4 to 6)\nScientists (ages 7 to 9)\nAdventurers (ages 10-13)\nAnimal Curators (ages 13-15)* \n*Please note that our Animal Curator Program does not follow the same curriculum as above. Students are immersed in hands-on activities working with our resident and rehabilitating wildlife. Activities include cleaning and setting up tanks\, providing enrichment activities for wildlife and learning more about the care of wild and resident animals. Students alternate animal care tasks with hikes\, nature journaling and other group activities at DPNC. This program is limited to 6 students and has one instructor. Students need to be able to work independently. \nMembers: $21.25 per child\, per class Non-members: $25 per child\, per class \nRegister
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/environmental-afternoons-4/2025-09-30/
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