Saturday, December 8, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s topic, “Evergreens”, will be explored through time in nature and…
Saturday, December 8, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s topic, “Evergreens”, will be explored through time in nature and…
Saturday, December 15 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore the “Animals in Winter” theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and…
Saturday, December 15 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore the “Animals in Winter” theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and…
Friday, December 21, 7 - 8:30 pm Discover the winter beauty of our trails lit by the soft glow of luminaria. Staff will lead guided walks at 7pm, 7:30pm and 8pm. A roaring campfire to warm noses and toes and hot cocoa and cider to sip will make the celebratory solstice evening complete. Easy. Meets…
Friday, December 21, 7 - 8:30 pm Discover the winter beauty of our trails lit by the soft glow of luminaria. Staff will lead guided walks at 7pm, 7:30pm and 8pm. A roaring campfire to warm noses and toes and hot cocoa and cider to sip will make the celebratory solstice evening complete. Easy. Meets…
Wednesday, December 26 From lean-tos to survival shelters, we’ll spend the day creating different types of forts in the woods. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather. Meets at DPNC. Please note different pricing for half day…
Wednesday, December 26 From lean-tos to survival shelters, we’ll spend the day creating different types of forts in the woods. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather. Meets at DPNC. Please note different pricing for half day…
Thursday, December 27 Meet some of our favorite furry and feathery animals at DPNC, from rabbits to raptors, we’ll learn all about the birds and mammals that live in CT. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather.…
Thursday, December 27 Meet some of our favorite furry and feathery animals at DPNC, from rabbits to raptors, we’ll learn all about the birds and mammals that live in CT. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather.…
Friday, December 28 Snakes and salamanders, turtles and frogs are the name of the game today! We’ll meet live animals and learn about their amazing adaptations. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather. Meets at DPNC. Please…
Friday, December 28 Snakes and salamanders, turtles and frogs are the name of the game today! We’ll meet live animals and learn about their amazing adaptations. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather. Meets at DPNC. Please…
Monday, December 31 Spend the last day of the year being inspired by nature! Create beautiful items from sticks, leaves, rocks and more, some to leave outside for others to discover and some to bring home to brighten up your room. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children…
Monday, December 31 Spend the last day of the year being inspired by nature! Create beautiful items from sticks, leaves, rocks and more, some to leave outside for others to discover and some to bring home to brighten up your room. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children…
Saturday, January 5, 9:30-11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. Members:…
Saturday, January 5, 9:30-11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. Members:…
Saturdays: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 (snow make up class if needed) 9:30 am -12 pm This four-part workshop for adults on Saturdays or Mondays takes participants through the steps of keeping a bee colony and will be led by Stuart Woronecki, owner of Stonewall Apiary in Hanover, CT. Stonewall Apiary has approximately…
Saturdays: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 (snow make up class if needed) 9:30 am -12 pm This four-part workshop for adults on Saturdays or Mondays takes participants through the steps of keeping a bee colony and will be led by Stuart Woronecki, owner of Stonewall Apiary in Hanover, CT. Stonewall Apiary has approximately…
Saturday, January 5, 4 - 5:30 pm Make your New Year’s resolution to spend more time in nature and get started with a wonderful winter evening hike at DPNC. We’ll explore the trails discussing points of interest as we hike. We’ll wrap up the hike by writing our resolutions and releasing them to the world…
Saturday, January 5, 4 - 5:30 pm Make your New Year’s resolution to spend more time in nature and get started with a wonderful winter evening hike at DPNC. We’ll explore the trails discussing points of interest as we hike. We’ll wrap up the hike by writing our resolutions and releasing them to the world…
Mondays, January 7 thru February 25, 9:30 - 11 am Explore nature with your little one ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver in this classic parent and child class. Nature in winter will come alive each week through stories, songs, activities and lots of time outside! Meets at DPNC. Members: $61.20/session, Nonmembers: $72/session
Mondays, January 7 thru February 25, 9:30 - 11 am Explore nature with your little one ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver in this classic parent and child class. Nature in winter will come alive each week through stories, songs, activities and lots of time outside! Meets at DPNC. Members: $61.20/session, Nonmembers: $72/session
Tuesday, January 8, 8 - 9:30 am The best winter birding can be right in town. Head to the heart of Mystic with Nature Center birders and explore downtown locations to look for resident and migratory birds. Meet at Bartleby’s Café (46 W Main Street, Mystic, CT). This program is suited for adults and older,…
Tuesday, January 8, 8 - 9:30 am The best winter birding can be right in town. Head to the heart of Mystic with Nature Center birders and explore downtown locations to look for resident and migratory birds. Meet at Bartleby’s Café (46 W Main Street, Mystic, CT). This program is suited for adults and older,…
Tuesday, January 8, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Create an amazing art project using the natural world for inspiration and guidance. This class we’ll be making stick art using a silhouette of an owl and moon design with bittersweet, bark, sticks and stones as the foundation for this amazing natural project. Add to the fun and…
Tuesday, January 8, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Create an amazing art project using the natural world for inspiration and guidance. This class we’ll be making stick art using a silhouette of an owl and moon design with bittersweet, bark, sticks and stones as the foundation for this amazing natural project. Add to the fun and…
Thursdays. January 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 1:00 - 3:00 pm Explore art creation in the natural world. Children ages 7 to 10 will utilize the environment in creative ways; make land art and collect items from nature to inspire creativity for nature-related crafts. Meets in the J.X. Barn at Coogan Farm. Members:…
Thursdays. January 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 1:00 - 3:00 pm Explore art creation in the natural world. Children ages 7 to 10 will utilize the environment in creative ways; make land art and collect items from nature to inspire creativity for nature-related crafts. Meets in the J.X. Barn at Coogan Farm. Members:…
Saturday, January 12, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Ice and Snow” will be explored through time…
Saturday, January 12, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Ice and Snow” will be explored through time…
Saturday, January 12, 1 - 3 pm Let us help you get started with the knowledge you need to grow and tend a successful garden. Farmer Craig will provide tips on what to grow, where to buy supplies, when to start plants inside, transplanting and much more. This program is suited for adults and older…
Saturday, January 12, 1 - 3 pm Let us help you get started with the knowledge you need to grow and tend a successful garden. Farmer Craig will provide tips on what to grow, where to buy supplies, when to start plants inside, transplanting and much more. This program is suited for adults and older…
Sunday, January 13, 2 - 3:30 pm Explore winter with us at DPNC’s Coogan Farm. If there is snow on the ground bring your snowshoes or cross country skis. Hikes are geared towards adults, but older, interested children are welcome. Moderate. Members: FREE, Nonmembers: $10
Sunday, January 13, 2 - 3:30 pm Explore winter with us at DPNC’s Coogan Farm. If there is snow on the ground bring your snowshoes or cross country skis. Hikes are geared towards adults, but older, interested children are welcome. Moderate. Members: FREE, Nonmembers: $10
Wednesdays, January 16 - February 6, 6:30 - 8 pm Winter is the best time of year to learn about ducks in Connecticut. In this drawing class take a closer look at ducks and other water birds as you explore a variety of observational drawing techniques using dry media. This program is suitable for all…
Wednesdays, January 16 - February 6, 6:30 - 8 pm Winter is the best time of year to learn about ducks in Connecticut. In this drawing class take a closer look at ducks and other water birds as you explore a variety of observational drawing techniques using dry media. This program is suitable for all…
Thursdays. January 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 1:00 - 3:00 pm Explore art creation in the natural world. Children ages 7 to 10 will utilize the environment in creative ways; make land art and collect items from nature to inspire creativity for nature-related crafts. Meets in the J.X. Barn at Coogan Farm. Members:…
Thursdays. January 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 1:00 - 3:00 pm Explore art creation in the natural world. Children ages 7 to 10 will utilize the environment in creative ways; make land art and collect items from nature to inspire creativity for nature-related crafts. Meets in the J.X. Barn at Coogan Farm. Members:…
Thursday, January 17, 2 - 4 pm Winter might be the best time to search for wintering ducks, but it can be cold! We’ll meet at DPNC and head out in the van to different spots along the coast from the Mystic River to Barn Island to see what we can find. This program is…
Thursday, January 17, 2 - 4 pm Winter might be the best time to search for wintering ducks, but it can be cold! We’ll meet at DPNC and head out in the van to different spots along the coast from the Mystic River to Barn Island to see what we can find. This program is…
