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  • Eugene O’Neill’s 136th Birthday Party

    Eugene O'Neill Theater Center 305 Great Neck Road, Waterford

    Join us for Eugene O’Neill’s 136th Birthday Party! October 19th, 2pm - 4pm You’re invited to celebrate the incredibly influential, Eugene O’Neill, in his childhood summer home, the Monte Cristo…

    Free
  • Nature Center Preschool Open House

    Nature Center Preschool Open House

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

    Drop in to meet our warm and welcoming staff, learn about our nature-guided curriculum, visit our classrooms (both inside and out!), and picture your preschooler at Nature Preschool next year.…

    Free
  • Nature Center Preschool Open House

    Nature Center Preschool Open House

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

    Drop in to meet our warm and welcoming staff, learn about our nature-guided curriculum, visit our classrooms (both inside and out!), and picture your preschooler at Nature Preschool next year.…

    Free
  • Nature Center Preschool Open House

    Nature Center Preschool Open House

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

    Drop in to meet our warm and welcoming staff, learn about our nature-guided curriculum, visit our classrooms (both inside and out!), and picture your preschooler at Nature Preschool next year.…

    Free
  • Gungywamp Hike

    Shepard of the Sea Chapel 231 Gungywamp Road, Groton

    Spring 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…

  • Avery Farm Preserve Birding

    GOSA - Avery Farm Nature Preserve 278-298 Lambtown Rd Exd, Ledyard

    Saturday. Join us for a guided walk with a DPNC naturalist at Avery Farm Preserve in Ledyard, CT. We’ll be looking for year round and migrating birds. Participants are encouraged…

  • Gungywamp Hike

    231 Gungywamp Rd, Groton 231 Gungywamp Rd, Groton

    Saturday. Spring 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…

  • DPNC Seasonal Foraging Hike

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

    Join DPNC on Thursday June 5th to discover what plants and fungi are edible in our forests! An experienced guide will show you the ins and outs of foraging on…

  • Glacier Park Guided Hike

    Glacial Park 94 Whalehead Road, Ledyard

    Saturday. Learn more about this amazing boulder train in Ledyard as we explore the trails and rocks left behind by the glaciers. This hike is over a short distance, but…

    Free
  • Peace Sanctuary Hike

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

    Explore the serene Peace Sanctuary property with a moderately challenging hike along the Mystic River with DPNC. As we trek through the sanctuary, we’ll delve into the area’s history and…

    Free
  • Rocky Neck State Park Birding

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

    Look for resident and migrating shorebirds, ducks, and raptors at Rocky Neck State Park with DPNC! This program is great for birders of all skill levels. Meets at Rocky Neck…

  • Gungywamp Hike with DPNC

    231 Gungywamp Road, Groton 231 Gungywamp Road, Groton, CT, United States

    This 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…

  • Firefly Walk

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

    Enjoy nature’s fireworks with DPNC! After an introduction to the amazing world of fireflies, we’ll walk the trails watching for fireflies and listening to night insects. Advance registration is required.…

  • Accessible Birding at NNWR

    Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge 50 Bend Road, Charlestown, RI

    Everyone is welcome as we explore Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge (NNWR) in Charlestown, Rhode Island on a wheelchair-friendly birding trip looking for migrating and resident songbirds and raptors. Please bring…

  • Firefly Walk

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

    Enjoy nature’s fireworks with DPNC! After an introduction to the dazzling world of fireflies, we’ll walk the trails looking for fireflies and listening to the sounds of night wildlife. Advance…

  • Charles W. Morgan Birthday Weekend

    Mystic Seaport Museum 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate the Charles W. Morgan’s birthday with us all weekend long on July 19 and 20! Enjoy expert talks about whaling history, the ships’ restoration, and the 38th Voyage. Sing along…

  • Groton Ledyard Reservoir Hike

    Ledyard Reservoir Sandy Hollow Rd, Ledyard, CT, United States

    Hike with us around the more secluded parts of the Groton Reservoir. We will explore the north side of the watershed that is closed to the public, owned by Groton…

    Free
  • Gungywamp Hike

    Shepard of the Sea Chapel 231 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…

  • Birding at Harkness Memorial State Park

    Harkness Memorial State Park 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford

    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…

  • Gungywamp Hike

    231 Gungywamp Rd, Groton 231 Gungywamp Rd, 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…

  • Birding at Coogan Farm

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

    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…

  • Sounds of Nature

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

    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…

  • Hike the Nature Center

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

    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…

    Free
  • Big Sit Breakfast- Rocky Neck State Park

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

    Rise and shine with the birds at our “Big Sit” breakfast event! What’s a “Big Sit,” you ask? It’s a fun, low-impact birdwatching event where participants stay within a designated…

  • DPNC’s Fungal Foray with the Westerly Land Trust

    Flora Whiteley Preserve 197 Potter Hill Road, Westerly, RI

    Join DPNC and WLT to learn about local mushroom foraging. We will begin with an introduction to mushroom foraging followed by a hike to identify local mushrooms on the trail.…

    Free
  • Full Beaver Moon at the Peace Sanctuary

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

    Celebrate the full beaver moon during a guided hike at the Peace Sanctuary. Please note full moon hikes happen even on overcast nights, and are suitable for adults and older,…

    Free
  • Coogan Farm Natural Heritage Hike

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

    Join DPNC for a guided walk meandering through the Coogan Farm to learn what the lands tells us about the people who have been there. From quarries to old farm…

    Free
  • Winter Duck and Waterfowl Walk at Barn Island

    Barn Island WMA 271 Palmer Neck Road, Stonington

    Join us at Barn Island Wildlife Management Area for a birding adventure as we search for wintering shorebirds, ducks, and raptors. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out,…

  • Winter Duck and Waterfowl Walk at Barn Island with DPNC

    Barn Island Stonington

    Join DPNC at Barn Island Wildlife Management Area for a birding adventure as we search for wintering shorebirds, ducks, and raptors. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out,…

  • Gungywamp Hike

    231 Gungywamp Road, Groton 231 Gungywamp Road, Groton, CT, United States

    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…

  • Birding at Haley Farm

    Haley Farm State Park 90 Haley Farm Lane, Groton

    Join DPNC as we explore Haley Farm State Park looking for migrating and resident shorebirds, ducks and raptors. This program is great for birders of all skill levels. Meets at…

  • Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve Hike with DPNC

    Oswegatchie Hills 8 Memorial Park Drive, Niantic

    Ready for a challenge? Bring the family and join DPNC for a FREE hike through Oswegatchie Hills, where rugged trails, unique habitats, and scenic views await! This hike is great…

    Free
  • The History & Views of the Peace Sanctuary: A Guided Hike with DPNC

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

    Enjoy a peaceful guided hike at the historic Peace Sanctuary with DPNC this Sunday, December 7th. This moderately challenging hike will take you through beautiful landscapes with stunning views of…

    Free
  • Coogan Farm Guided Hike

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

    Explore the trails of Coogan Farm and discover the wildlife and habitats that make this landscape so special. From field to forest, we’ll learn how plants and animals adapt to…

    Free
  • 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…

  • Hike the Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor

    ALC Pine Swamp 113 Whalehead Road, Gales Ferry

    Enjoy a quiet and free guided winter walk through Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Pine Swamp in Gales Ferry. Join DPNC as we search for animal tracks and admire frozen wetlands and…

    Free
  • Birding at the Niantic Boardwalk

    ALC Pine Swamp 113 Whalehead Road, Gales Ferry

    Bundle up and join us at the Niantic Boardwalk to search for wintering ducks and coastal birds. This program is great for birders of all experience levels. Dress for the…

    Free

 

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