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  • Coastal Mudworks Handbuilt Cheese/ Charcuterie Boards Workshop

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    Create a one-of-a-kind cheese/charcuterie board in this fun, beginner-friendly pottery workshop! You’ll learn hand-building techniques using slabs and coils, then personalize your board with carving and stamping. Learn about colored slip decoration, and the instructor will glaze with a matching color. No experience needed-just bring your creativity! Perfect for a solo activity or come with…

    $75
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • Full Worm Moon Walk at Coogan Farm

    Coogan Farm 162 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate the full moon (also a blood moon eclipse!) and the changing season with a FREE evening hike at Coogan Farm. The transition from day to night is an exciting time to tune our senses to the natural world. Full moon walks happen rain or shine, clear skies or clouds. Suited for adults and older…

    Free

  • Owl Prowl at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    It may be cold outside, but things heat up for owls in late winter. Bring your family to learn about Connecticut’s native owls, meet one of DPNC’s resident birds, and then head into the night to listen and look for wild owls along the trails. Advanced registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Register

    $8.50 – $10

  • Companion Planting Zoom Class

    Zoom

    Tomatoes and basil are friends in the garden just like they are in marinara sauce, but never plant brussels sprouts nearby! Learn which plants thrive together and which combinations to avoid for healthier, more productive beds. This class covers strategic pairings to improve your yield, plus reminders from previous classes about inoculants, bed prep, row…

    Free

  • Team Bluebird!

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Discover the comeback story of the Eastern Bluebird, made possible by dedicated community scientists who have built and monitored nest boxes for decades. After an introduction, we’ll head out on the trails to observe bluebird habitats firsthand and you’ll have the opportunity to join Team Bluebird. The team monitors nest boxes from late March to…

    Free
  • Coastal Mudworks Intro to Wheel Throwing: Ages 9-13

    Coastal Mudworks Intro to Wheel Throwing: Ages 9-13

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…

    $40

  • Avalonia’s Avery Preserve Hike

    Avalonia Land Conservancy Avery Preserve 55-35 Avery Hill Rd, Ledyard, CT

    Join DPNC as we explore this beautiful Avalonia Land Conservancy preserve in Ledyard. We will take a closer look at stonewalls and Beech trees along the trails. Meets at the entrance on Avery Hill Road in Ledyard. Pre-registration is required. FREE Register

    Free
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25
  • Coastal Mudworks Intro to Wheel Throwing: Ages 9-13

    Coastal Mudworks Intro to Wheel Throwing: Ages 9-13

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    Try out the pottery wheel in this fun 2-hour workshop for beginners ages 9-13. Choose two pieces to keep. Pick a glaze for your instructor to glaze your work. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $35 plus $5 for materials per person. Two dates available. Register online. Saturday, March 7th:…

    $40
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • Homeschool Anatomy Series: Small Mammals

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Go beneath the fur to see how small mammals work. Through hands-on dissection, students will explore structures, organ systems, and the adaptations that help these animals thrive. All mammal and bird specimens donated for the series have died from natural or accidental causes. Meets at DPNC. This program is for children ages 9-16 years old.…

  • Gungywamp Hike

    501 Gungywamp Road 501 Gungywamp Road, Groton

    Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along with enigmatic stone shelter and structures whose use and origin are open to interpretation. Walk with us through the woods and absorb the mysteries of Gungywamp. This program is suited for adults and families comfortable…

  • Birding at Rocky Neck State Park

    Rocky Neck State Park 244 W. Main St. (Rte. 156), East Lyme, CT

    Explore Rocky Neck State Park in search of resident songbirds, raptors, and ducks. This program is great for birders of all skill levels. This program is suited for adults. Meets at Rocky Neck State Park, 244 W. Main St. (Rte. 156), East Lyme, in the furthest beach parking lots on the right side. Preregistration is…

  • Coastal Mudworks: Solid Sculpted Figures Workshop

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break for lunch on your own, with the last part of the workshop allocated for decorating your piece with slip. Your pottery will be vitrified with a raw clay finish and ready in 4 weeks. Ages…

    $100

  • Snakes of CT

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Learn to identify Connecticut’s native snakes and discover their important role in our ecosystems. Join DPNC on Sunday, March 22nd as we explore unique snake adaptations and you’ll get a chance to meet and touch live snakes! Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Free thanks to the generous support of the Bodenwein Public Benevolent Foundation.…

    Free
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • Invasive Plants and Our Natural World

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Invasive plants are changing our local landscapes, crowding out native plants and making it harder for our ecosystem to stay healthy. Join us to learn how these non-native species arrived, what helps them spread, and the challenges they create for our native plants. We’ll also discuss local species that are at risk of being pushed…

  • Nature Night Out

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for…

  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • DPNC Presents: Signs of Spring

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring sneaks in slowly here in Connecticut, but if you know what to look for, the signs are everywhere. From the first calls of spring peepers to skunk cabbage pushing through snow, from salamanders on the move to tiny snow drops blooming, we’ll explore the classic harbingers of spring in New England. Meets at DPNC.…

  • Full Pink Moon Walk at the Peace Sanctuary

    Peace Sanctuary 233 River Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Watch the April Pink Moon rise from a beautiful overlook! Join DPNC for a guided evening hike through the Peace Sanctuary as daylight fades and the full moon makes its appearance. Meets at the Peace Sanctuary on River Road, Mystic. Pre-registration is required. Register

    Free
  • Woodcock Walk at Manatuck

    Woodcock Walk at Manatuck

    Pine Point School 89 Barnes Road, Stonington

    Join DPNC at twilight to witness one of nature’s most bizarre courtship displays. Male American Woodcocks leave the safety of the forest to perform their dramatic spiraling “sky dance” for watching females below. This normally secretive, well-camouflaged bird transforms into an aerial showman, and it’s quite the spectacle! Meets at Pine Point School. Pre-registration is…

  • Woodcock Walk at Manatuck

    Woodcock Walk at Manatuck

    Pine Point School 89 Barnes Road, Stonington

    Join DPNC at twilight to witness one of nature’s most bizarre courtship displays. Male American Woodcocks leave the safety of the forest to perform their dramatic spiraling “sky dance” for watching females below. This normally secretive, well-camouflaged bird transforms into an aerial showman, and it’s quite the spectacle! Meets at Pine Point School. Pre-registration is…

  • Coastal Mudworks Pottery Explorers: Ages 5-7

    Coastal Mudworks Pottery Explorers: Ages 5-7

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    In this 60-minute workshop learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Sign up for multiple weeks to build upon skills. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks.…

    $35
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • Gungywamp Hike

    501 Gungywamp Road 501 Gungywamp Road, Groton

    Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along with enigmatic stone shelter and structures whose use and origin are open to interpretation. Walk with us through the woods and absorb the mysteries of Gungywamp. This program is suited for adults and families comfortable…

  • Coastal Mudworks Pottery Explorers: Ages 5-7

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    In this 60-minute workshop for ages 5-7 learn hand-building basics, shape exploration, and collaborative creations. Emphasizing fun and creativity in a relaxed, hands-on environment. An adult caregiver is welcome to stay for the duration of the workshop if they would like. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per…

    $35
  • Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…

  • Coastal Mudworks Intro to Handbuilding: Ages 8-12

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    In this 60-minute workshop for kids ages 8-12, learn basic building techniques such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs. You’ll make two pieces to take home. Pottery ready for pick up in 3 weeks. $30 plus $5 for materials per person. Register online. Register

    $35
  • Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…

  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25
  • Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…

  • Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…

  • Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children ages 6-10. Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are off from school for Spring Break? Between hikes, games, and live animal encounters, there’s plenty to explore at the Denison Pequotsepos…

  • Family Insect Catching at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Spring is prime time for bugs! Gather the family and search the meadow for grasshoppers, butterflies, spiders, and more during this FREE program! Please wear closed-toed shoes and bug spray. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Register

    Free
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

  • Coastal Mudworks Animal Sculpting Workshop

    Coastal Mudworks 740 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard

    Learn how to sculpt an animal using pinch pot techniques in this fun and creative 2-hour workshop! Decorate your animal with slip and underglaze, with the option to have your instructor dip in clear glaze. Your pottery will be ready for pick up in 3 weeks. Ages 18+. $60 plus $5 for materials per person.…

    $65
  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on Tuesdays, 1:30 – 4:30 pm, for our science-based curriculum which 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. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There…

    $21.25 – $25

 

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