Winter Duck and Waterfowl Walk at Barn Island with DPNC
Join DPNC at Barn Island Wildlife Management Area for a birding adventure as we search for wintering shorebirds, ducks, and…
Nature Night Out
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll…
Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
DPNCs Meet the Animals
Get up close and personal with DPNC’s amazing animal ambassadors! Bring the family to meet snakes, turtles, owls, and more…
Coogan Farm Natural Heritage Hike
Join DPNC for a guided walk meandering through the Coogan Farm to learn what the lands tells us about the…
Adventures in Nature: Beavers
Join DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month, we will explore why…
Owls of CT
Learn about Connecticut’s native owls and meet DPNC’s resident animal ambassadors. This program is for adults. Pre-registration is required. Meets…
Winter Duck and Waterfowl Walk at Barn Island
Community · Educational · Featured · Health & Wellness · Nature · Nearby · Recreation · Tours · Water
Join us at Barn Island Wildlife Management Area for a birding adventure as we search for wintering shorebirds, ducks, and…
Meet the Animals
Get up close and personal with DPNC’s amazing animal ambassadors! Bring the family to meet snakes, turtles, owls, and more…
Family Night Hike and Campfire
Explore the night with your family on a guided night hike with stops along the way to test our night…
Full Beaver Moon at the Peace Sanctuary
Celebrate the full beaver moon during a guided hike at the Peace Sanctuary. Please note full moon hikes happen even…
Spooky Nature Trails
What will spook you in the woods? Our annual Halloween festivities are sure to haunt your senses as darkness falls.…
Author Q&A: Eyes in the Soles of My Feet by Caroline Sutton
Join DPNC for a conversation with the author of "Eyes in the Soles of my Feet," Caroline Sutton. With this…
Buggin’ Out: Tasting the World of Edible Insects
Calling all adventurous eaters! Discover the world of edible insects! Adults and families will explore the ecological and health benefits…
DPNC’s Fungal Foray with the Westerly Land Trust
Join DPNC and WLT to learn about local mushroom foraging. We will begin with an introduction to mushroom foraging followed…
Big Sit Breakfast- Rocky Neck State Park
Rise and shine with the birds at our “Big Sit” breakfast event! What’s a “Big Sit,” you ask? It’s a…
Full Hunter’s Moon @ Coogan Farm
Celebrate the full moon during a hike up the hill at Coogan Farm. Please note full moon hikes happen even…
Hike the Nature Center
Join us for a hike along the trails at DPNC. We’ll explore a variety of habitats, including forests, meadows and…
Sounds of Nature
Nature is filled with beautiful music. Take time to appreciate the lovely sounds that are created by nature during this…
The Green-Tie Celebration: Open Spaces, Wild Places
Chamber of Commerce · Charity · Community · Educational · Family · Food · Fundraiser · Nature · Nearby · Recreation
Join us for our signature gala filled with nature, camaraderie, and celebration. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres,…
