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Event Series Environmental Afternoons

Environmental Afternoons

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

Ages 4 to 13, Tuesdays, 1:15 – 4 pm Members: $18.70 per child, per class Non-members: $22 per child, per class Sign-ups are by class. Sign up for one, some or all! Sign up is by the following age groups: Explorers (ages 4 to 6) Scientists (ages 7 to 9) Adventurers (ages 10-13) Animal Curators…

Lady Slipper and Wildflower Walk at the Peace Sanctuary

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

Late May is a wonderful time to look for Southern New England’s wildflowers. Lady’s Slippers are among our most unique wildflowers. Join us to learn more about these native orchids, including their relationship with fungi and pollinators. This program is suited for adults and older, interested children. Meet at the Peace Sanctuary Entrance at 233…

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 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.…

Event Series Environmental Afternoons

Environmental Afternoons

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

Ages 4 to 13, Tuesdays, 1:15 – 4 pm Members: $18.70 per child, per class Non-members: $22 per child, per class Sign-ups are by class. Sign up for one, some or all! Sign up is by the following age groups: Explorers (ages 4 to 6) Scientists (ages 7 to 9) Adventurers (ages 10-13) Animal Curators…

Mr. Bill’s Woodland Ramble

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

Walk, run, or ramble on our three-mile course, starting at Coogan Farm and rambling through the trails of the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center on Saturday, May 31. The Ramble takes place along natural trails, rough terrain, and bridged water crossings. Children aged 11-15 who can walk the 3 mile course may be registered as “youth”…

Mr. Bill’s Woodland Ramble

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

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…

Event Series Environmental Afternoons

Environmental Afternoons

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

Ages 4 to 13, Tuesdays, 1:15 – 4 pm Members: $18.70 per child, per class Non-members: $22 per child, per class Sign-ups are by class. Sign up for one, some or all! Sign up is by the following age groups: Explorers (ages 4 to 6) Scientists (ages 7 to 9) Adventurers (ages 10-13) Animal Curators…

LobsterFest

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

Shell-ebrate summer in the most claw-some way possible at LobsterFest! Join us on June 8 at Coogan Farm for an afternoon of Maine lobster, live music, family fun, and live animal encounters all to benefit the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Every claw you crack supports the Nature Center’s work. When: June 8 @ 1–3 PM…

Horseshoe Crab Walk at Bluff with Mystic Aquarium

Bluff Point State Park Depot Road, Groton

June is the one of the best times to search for horseshoe crabs as they mate and lay eggs along our local shores. Learn more about their amazing life cycles and biology as we explore the beach searching for them. Be prepared to get wet and walk at least 2 miles over sandy and rocky…

Eat Your Invasives

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

Fight invasives by foraging for your food! This class discusses the edible parts of our common invasive plant and introduces some of the delicious recipes that can be made with these ingredients. After a presentation, you’ll head to the kitchen for a tasting. Let’s use our appetite as a weapon to control invasives! Meets at…

Tomatoes 102: Pruning and Trellising

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

Did you know that tomato plants produce the most tomatoes when they are pruned? Learn the best ways to prune and trellis your tomatoes for your biggest harvest yet! Meets in person (not via Zoom) Meets at Coogan Farm by the JX Barn. Advance registration required. Register

Free

CT Open House Day: Meet Our Resident Animals

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

Hear our resident animals’ stories and learn how we can help their species in the wild. Join us at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center for a presentation including some of our most popular resident animals. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Members and non-members: FREE Register

Free

Glacier Park Guided Hike

Glacial Park 100 Whalehead Rd, Ledyard, CT, United States

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 it is challenging over uneven terrain. Pre-registration is required. This program is suited for adults and interested children. Meet at Glacial Park, 89-87 Whalehead Road,…

Free

Wild Mushroom Festival 2025

SAVE THE DATE: Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center's annual Wild Mushroom Festival will return on October 18, 2025. Keep an eye out on dpnc.org and DPNC social media for ticket sales closer to the date.

 

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