Join us for a guided walk with a DPNC naturalist at Bluff Point State Park. We’ll be on the lookout for migrating hawks and falcons. Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles and their own binoculars. Program is for adult participants. Meet by the Picnic Tables at Bluff Point State Park in Groton, CT. Members:…
Enjoy an evening out while your children, ages 6 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We’ll play games, do nature activities, meet live animals and take an evening hike, followed by fireside pizza and s’mores! Dress for outdoor weather and bring a flashlight. Meets at DPNC, advanced sign up required. Members $34…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
MYSTIC PIE DANCE, Sat. 12/28/2024 A fourth Saturday contra dance in Southeastern Connecticut! ● WHEN: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm ● WHERE: Groton Center @ 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT www.google.com/maps/place/102+Newtown+Rd,+Groton,+CT+06340/@41.3494396,-72.0327891,630m ● CONTRA DANCING IS so wicked fun, dancing to Live Music! It is the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Appalachia & America! We often…
Proper pruning of fruit trees encourages fruit production, prevents disease, spurs growth and leads to healthier, stronger trees! During this hands-on class you will learn how to prune and what tools are needed as you spend time in the Giving Garden. Meets at Coogan Farm by the JX Barn. Register: https://dpnc.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning/
Explore the shoreline and marshes of Barn Island Wildlife Management Area looking for overwintering ducks and other waterfowl with staff from DPNC and the Long Island Sound Study. Meet at the Boat Launch At Barn Island Sign up through Long Island Sound Study: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1-mRkQgEP8dKnTrAUJJA9C3UrUzUQ8aVh-iw8R3GnNcf3AQ/viewform?pli=1
Join us the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about squirrels. Learn about their amazing adaptations, play squirrel games and make a treat for the squirrels! Meets at DPNC. For children ages 6–10 years Register: https://dpnc.org/event/adventures-in-nature-squirrels/
Explore the forest and meadows of DPNC and watch for the rising full moon. The January full moon, known as the Wolf Moon, rises early making it a great night hike for families. Meet at DPNC. Pre Registration is required: https://dpnc.org/event/full-wolf-moon-walk-at-the-nature-center/
Winter is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on a guided hike to explore rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps, along with the mysterious stone shelter and structures whose use and origin are open to interpretation. Walk…
Explore the trails of Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Hoffman Evergreen Preserve in Stonington. Meet at the entrance on Rt. 201 in Stonington. Free Register: https://dpnc.org/event/hoffman-evergreen-preserve/
The leaves may be gone, but there are still edible plants in our forests and fields. Learn to identify these species by bark, bud and scents. After our hike we’ll warm up with some pine needle tea. Meet at DPNC. Register: https://dpnc.org/event/winter-foraging-walk/
Join us for an evening of creativity and conservation! In this guided painting workshop, a local artist will lead you in creating an ocean-inspired scene while you sip on wine from Saltwater Farm Vineyard and enjoy light bites. By attending this event, you’re directly supporting Project Oceanology’s ongoing marine education and conservation programs. The funds…
Celebrate Earth and nature with DPNC! From 10am–3 pm on Saturday and Sunday, DPNC will be offering free museum admission, scheduled programs, informational tables, and activities like scavenger hunts, guided hikes, crafts, and a seed bomb making station. more details
Sunday. Join us for a spring exploration of the Stone Bridges Trail at DPNC. Along the way we’ll investigate old quarries and look for signs of wildlife. Pre-registration required. Meets at DPNC. Members and Nonmembers: FREE More details and registration
Friday. Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls and meet one of our residents. We will take a night walk, looking and listening for owls at the Nature Center. Pre-registration required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50, Non-members $10 More information and registration
A ramble through the trails to support the Nature Center! Walk, run, or ramble on our three-mile course, starting at Coogan Farm and rambling through the trails of the Nature Center on Saturday, May 31. I want to join the Ramble: https://55308.blackbaudhosting.com/55308/Mr-Bills-Woodland-Ramble-31May2025 I can't come but want to support the Ramble: https://55308.blackbaudhosting.com/55308/Event-Donations To ramble with…
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…
Join us at the Nature Center with our 3 foragers to learn how to find ingredients for your next meal in your own backyard! We will start with a presentation that covers the greens, fruits, and plentiful mushrooms of summer then head out on the trails of DPNC to find these edibles in their natural…
Celebrate summer at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class. Rain cancels the program. Meets at DPNC. Advance registration required. Members: $21.25…
Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class. Rain cancels the program. Meets at DPNC. Advance registration required. Members: $21.25 per child,…
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…
Who in your family is the frog-catching expert? Find out on Sunday with family pond dipping at DPNC! Spend some time with your family trying to catch and release frogs, fish, and insects at the pond. Use our nets and buckets along with our expert advice from a DPNC educator. Come prepared with shoes close…
Join us as we explore Harkness Memorial State Park looking for songbirds, raptors and more. This program is great for birders of all skill levels. Meets at Harkness Memorial State Park located at 275 Great Neck Rd., Waterford, CT. Pre-registration is required. This program is suited for adults. Members: $17, Nonmembers: $20 Register
Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we will explore the trails and enjoy a picnic in the woods before heading back to DPNC for a dessert of s’mores around the campfire. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50, Nonmembers: $10 Register
Join the Mushroom Hunting foundation in a half day intensive mushroom foraging class. The day will begin with an indoor lesson, followed by an outdoor guided hike on the DPNC trails and concluding with an amazing cooking demonstration! Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $106.25 per person, Nonmembers: $125 per person Register
Join the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about insects. Learn all about the different insects that live in our forests and meadows and use nets to try and catch some for an up close encounter! This program is for children…
Gather the family for quality time in nature! We will search for crabs, fish, and crustaceans using seine and dip nets as we explore the shore. Please wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, but no flip flops or crocs. Pre-registration is required. Meets at Bluff Point State Park in Groton by the parking…
Join DPNC as we explore Coogan Farm looking for migrating and resident songbirds as well as raptors. This program is great for birders of all skill levels! Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults. Members: $17; Non-members: $20 Pre-registration is required. Register
Join us as we explore Coogan Farm looking for migrating and resident songbirds as well as raptors. This program is great for birders of all skill levels! Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults. Pre-registration is required. Members: $17; Non-members: $20
Join us 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. Meets at the…
End the summer work week with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. Join DPNC as we stroll the hillside enjoying the summer evening 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 adults and…
End the summer work week with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. Join DPNC as we stroll the hillside enjoying the summer evening 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 adults and…
