Looking for something fun for your children, ages 5 to 12, to do while they are off from school? Have them join us for either a full or half day of nature fun as we explore minibeasts, invertebrates like spiders, snails, slugs, beetles, centipedes, worms, earwigs, caterpillars invertebrates. They live all around us in a…
Looking for something fun for your children, ages 5 to 12, to do while they are off from school? Have them join us for either a full or half day of nature fun as we explore minibeasts, invertebrates like spiders, snails, slugs, beetles, centipedes, worms, earwigs, caterpillars invertebrates. They live all around us in a…
The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, or will be by January 1, 2021, join DPNC to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teacher, our animal friends, and explore…
The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, or will be by January 1, 2021, join DPNC to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teacher, our animal friends, and explore…
Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We will explore this month’s topic “Slimy Creatures” 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. Please be dressed for…
Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We will explore this month’s topic “Slimy Creatures” 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. Please be dressed for…
Wednesday, March 18 & Friday, March 27, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join us at Coogan Farm in search of the elusive male American Woodcock. This normally quiet, well-camouflaged, worm-eating bird transforms into a master of dazzling aerial displays for the sake of impressing the females. Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults…
Wednesday, March 18 & Friday, March 27, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join us at Coogan Farm in search of the elusive male American Woodcock. This normally quiet, well-camouflaged, worm-eating bird transforms into a master of dazzling aerial displays for the sake of impressing the females. Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults…
Want to grow more produce in your garden with less work? Join us to learn from guest speaker Joe Magazzi, owner of Green Earth Ag & Turf, how to increase the microbiology of your garden to increase your production. What happens on a microbial level is just as important as what is happening on the…
Want to grow more produce in your garden with less work? Join us to learn from guest speaker Joe Magazzi, owner of Green Earth Ag & Turf, how to increase the microbiology of your garden to increase your production. What happens on a microbial level is just as important as what is happening on 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, “Signs of Spring” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time outside. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required. Members and Nonmembers: FREE
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, “Signs of Spring” through meeting live animals, activities and lots of time outside. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration required. Members and Nonmembers: FREE
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
It may be cold outside, but things are heating up for owls. Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls and then meet one of our residents. We will take a walk, looking and listening for owls at the Nature Center. This program is suited for families. Meets at DPNC. Members: $5.10 per person,…
It may be cold outside, but things are heating up for owls. Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls and then meet one of our residents. We will take a walk, looking and listening for owls at the Nature Center. This program is suited for families. Meets at DPNC. Members: $5.10 per person,…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Wednesday, March 18 & Friday, March 27, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join us at Coogan Farm in search of the elusive male American Woodcock. This normally quiet, well-camouflaged, worm-eating bird transforms into a master of dazzling aerial displays for the sake of impressing the females. Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults…
Wednesday, March 18 & Friday, March 27, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join us at Coogan Farm in search of the elusive male American Woodcock. This normally quiet, well-camouflaged, worm-eating bird transforms into a master of dazzling aerial displays for the sake of impressing the females. Meets at Coogan Farm. This program is suited for adults…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Thursdays, March 26, April 2 and 9, 6:30 - 8 pm Spring is a great time to look closely at the flowers and plants as they begin to bud. Examine the natural beauty of flowers as you explore a variety of observational drawing and watercolor techniques. This class is suitable for all levels of artists,…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Join Project Oceanology for a 2.5 hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard our Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal…
Please join us for a reception launching the solo exhibit of the dynamic, large-scale botanical works by photographer Shelley Lawrence Kirkwood. Kirkwood is an artist, writer, and educator whose work explores themes of memory, time, and transient states of being through the lens of nature. Her works have been exhibited internationally, and published in numerous…
Boo! Head to the Nature Center’s annual Halloween festivities, Spooky Nature Trails, on Friday, October 21 & Saturday, October 22. Explore our woodland trails with glowing jack-o-lanterns lighting the way. Our nighttime autumn forest is filled with frightful and delightful weird and wild animals, as well as fantastical ghosts, goblins, ghouls and other spooky surprises.…
Boo! Head to the Nature Center’s annual Halloween festivities, Spooky Nature Trails, on Friday, October 21 & Saturday, October 22. Explore our woodland trails with glowing jack-o-lanterns lighting the way. Our nighttime autumn forest is filled with frightful and delightful weird and wild animals, as well as fantastical ghosts, goblins, ghouls and other spooky surprises.…
Create a beautiful wreath, kissing ball or centerpiece for your home. At this winter workshop you’ll learn how to identify different evergreens and learn wreath-making techniques and other holiday decorations. We provide a variety of evergreen boughs, berries, vines from our woodland campus, along with cones, wire and ribbons for your project. Meets at DPNC.…
Create a beautiful wreath, kissing ball or centerpiece for your home. At this winter workshop you’ll learn how to identify different evergreens and learn wreath-making techniques and other holiday decorations. We provide a variety of evergreen boughs, berries, vines from our woodland campus, along with cones, wire and ribbons for your project. Meets at DPNC.…
Experience the peaceful wonder of a walk in the woods lit by the soft glow of more than 500 luminaria, then warm up by a festive fire with a hot apple cider or or hot chocolate at our trailside Winter Cafe. Snacks and adult holiday libations (including spiked peppermint hot chocolate and hot cider with…
Experience the peaceful wonder of a walk in the woods lit by the soft glow of more than 500 luminaria, then warm up by a festive fire with a hot apple cider or or hot chocolate at our trailside Winter Cafe. Snacks and adult holiday libations (including spiked peppermint hot chocolate and hot cider with…
Experience the peaceful wonder of a walk in the woods lit by the soft glow of more than 500 luminaria, then warm up by a festive fire with a hot apple cider or or hot chocolate at our trailside Winter Cafe. Snacks and adult holiday libations (including spiked peppermint hot chocolate and hot cider with…
