Join us for online nature school! In addition to learning more about nature in Connecticut, students will be given fun activities they can do in their neighborhood! Each class has a different topic and is geared towards 6 to 10-year-olds. This class is offered via Zoom. Please sign up by 5 pm the day before…
Join us for online nature school! In addition to learning more about nature in Connecticut, students will be given fun activities they can do in their neighborhood! Each class has a different topic and is geared towards 6 to 10-year-olds. This class is offered via Zoom. Please sign up by 5 pm the day before…
Early summer is a wonderful time to look for Southern New England’s wildflowers. Join us for this online class offered via Zoom to discover what wildflowers you may see as you explore natural areas near your house. Register by Wednesday, June 24 at 5 pm, and a link to the Zoom class will be emailed…
Early summer is a wonderful time to look for Southern New England’s wildflowers. Join us for this online class offered via Zoom to discover what wildflowers you may see as you explore natural areas near your house. Register by Wednesday, June 24 at 5 pm, and a link to the Zoom class will be emailed…
Join us as we explore the trails at Coogan Farm. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will learn more about the history of the property and its natural wonders. Meets in the lower parking lot at Coogan Farm. Hikes are limited to 10 people, you MUST pre register and wear a mask the…
Join us as we explore the trails at Coogan Farm. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will learn more about the history of the property and its natural wonders. Meets in the lower parking lot at Coogan Farm. Hikes are limited to 10 people, you MUST pre register and wear a mask the…
Join us for our free monthly drop off program for children, ages 5 to 12, to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats! We will explore this month’s topic “Forest Floor” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time outside. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required. This program will be limited to 10…
Join us for our free monthly drop off program for children, ages 5 to 12, to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats! We will explore this month’s topic “Forest Floor” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time outside. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required. This program will be limited to 10…
In this deep-dive presentation into “beyond organic” methods of garden pest control, learn about common insect pests of the Northeast and how to manage them by creating your own regenerative Integrated Pest Management program and boosting the health of your soil. This program is suited for adults. Registration ends July 12 at 5 pm. If…
In this deep-dive presentation into “beyond organic” methods of garden pest control, learn about common insect pests of the Northeast and how to manage them by creating your own regenerative Integrated Pest Management program and boosting the health of your soil. This program is suited for adults. Registration ends July 12 at 5 pm. If…
The kids need a night out! What better way than an evening at the Nature Center. Children will have fun learning all about frogs 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 6-12.…
The kids need a night out! What better way than an evening at the Nature Center. Children will have fun learning all about frogs 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 6-12.…
Piping Plover on a Sandy Beach Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Piping Plover on a sandy beach, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This class is…
Piping Plover on a Sandy Beach Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Piping Plover on a sandy beach, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This class is…
Join us as we explore the trails at Coogan Farm. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will learn more about the history of the property and its natural wonders. Meets in the lower parking lot at Coogan Farm. Hikes are limited to 10 people, you MUST pre-register and wear a mask the entire…
Join us as we explore the trails at Coogan Farm. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will learn more about the history of the property and its natural wonders. Meets in the lower parking lot at Coogan Farm. Hikes are limited to 10 people, you MUST pre-register and wear a mask the entire…
Lesser Yellow Legs standing in a Marsh Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Lesser Yellow Legs standing in a marsh, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This…
Lesser Yellow Legs standing in a Marsh Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Lesser Yellow Legs standing in a marsh, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This…
Eelgrass beds support a wide range of sealife, including pipefish, crabs, flounder and shellfish. Learn more about the importance of eelgrass beds along Fisher’s Island and throughout our coastline in this online class through Zoom. This program is being held by the Fishers Island Seagrass Management Coalition who is beginning to identify locations around the…
Eelgrass beds support a wide range of sealife, including pipefish, crabs, flounder and shellfish. Learn more about the importance of eelgrass beds along Fisher’s Island and throughout our coastline in this online class through Zoom. This program is being held by the Fishers Island Seagrass Management Coalition who is beginning to identify locations around the…
Join us for our free monthly drop off program for children, ages 5 to 12, to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats! We will explore this month’s topic “Pond Life” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time around the pond. Please dress to get muddy! Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required.…
Join us for our free monthly drop off program for children, ages 5 to 12, to learn more about our local animals, plants, and habitats! We will explore this month’s topic “Pond Life” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time around the pond. Please dress to get muddy! Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required.…
Join us for an evening of 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. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Wear shoes that can get wet and provide traction on slippery rocks, no flip flops…
Join us for an evening of 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. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. Wear shoes that can get wet and provide traction on slippery rocks, no flip flops…
Start the morning off with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we’ll stroll the hillside enjoying the day and admiring the beautiful view of the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the driveway by Peace Sanctuary on River Road in Mystic. This program is suited for…
Start the morning off with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we’ll stroll the hillside enjoying the day and admiring the beautiful view of the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the driveway by Peace Sanctuary on River Road in Mystic. This program is suited for…
The kids need a night out! What better way than an evening at the Nature Center. Children will have fun learning all about snakes 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 6-12.…
The kids need a night out! What better way than an evening at the Nature Center. Children will have fun learning all about snakes 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 6-12.…
Common Tern diving Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Common Tern, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This class is offered via Zoom. While you can work…
Common Tern diving Learn to draw some of our favorite birds. This class is suitable for all levels of artists, intended for adults and older interested teens. During this class we will learn how to draw Common Tern, with instruction from DPNC artist/educator Rob Reas. This class is offered via Zoom. While you can work…
Summer is a perfect time to learn to identify a wide variety of plants and wildflowers that are growing in the fields and along the forest edge. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will cover the common Connecticut plants and wildflowers blooming in August. This program is limited to 10 people, you MUST…
Summer is a perfect time to learn to identify a wide variety of plants and wildflowers that are growing in the fields and along the forest edge. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will cover the common Connecticut plants and wildflowers blooming in August. This program is limited to 10 people, you MUST…
Join us as we explore the various habitats at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will keep our eyes peeled for various natural discoveries. Meets at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Hikes are limited to 8 people, you MUST pre-register and wear a mask the entire time hiking.…
Join us as we explore the various habitats at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we will keep our eyes peeled for various natural discoveries. Meets at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Hikes are limited to 8 people, you MUST pre-register and wear a mask the entire time hiking.…
Join DPNC Educator / Artist Rob Reas to learn the art of plein air painting at the Coogan Farm. After a demonstration, students will find their favorite spot to paint the Coogan landscape, including pastures, trails, and walls. This class is open to all levels of experience and students are invited to work in the…
Join DPNC Educator / Artist Rob Reas to learn the art of plein air painting at the Coogan Farm. After a demonstration, students will find their favorite spot to paint the Coogan landscape, including pastures, trails, and walls. This class is open to all levels of experience and students are invited to work in the…
Learn what to plant right now to make a better garden next year. Cover crops planted between growing seasons boost soil health by adding and retaining minerals and organic matter. In this online class offered via Zoom, we will focus on cover crops, mulches to cover the soil for winter rest and decomposition as well…
Learn what to plant right now to make a better garden next year. Cover crops planted between growing seasons boost soil health by adding and retaining minerals and organic matter. In this online class offered via Zoom, we will focus on cover crops, mulches to cover the soil for winter rest and decomposition as well…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. This week students will have fun learning all about “Butterflies” through art, explorations, meeting live animals and more. This program is limited to 10 children. Adults must wear masks when dropping off and picking up children. Meets…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. This week students will have fun learning all about “Butterflies” through art, explorations, meeting live animals and more. This program is limited to 10 children. Adults must wear masks when dropping off and picking up children. Meets…
