Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Woodland Egg Hunt
Stroll the trails of the Nature Center in search of eggs, meet resident animal friends along the way, and say…
Holiday Wreath Workshop
Get into the holiday spirit by creating your own festive wreath or kissing ball with DPNC! In this hands-on workshop,…
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…
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…
Spooky Nature Trails
What will spook you in the woods? Our annual Halloween festivities are sure to haunt your senses as darkness falls.…
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,…
Family Crabbing
Join DPNC for crabbing at our secret location. There will be a brief intro to basic techniques of crabbing and…
Chickadees at DPNC
Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to…
Hike the Peace Sanctuary
End the summer work week with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. Join DPNC as we stroll the hillside…
Summer Chickadees
Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and…
Summer Chickadees
Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and…
Family Hike and Picnic at DPNC
Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we…
Summer Chickadees
Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live…
Summer Chickadees
Celebrate summer at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to…
Raptors of CT
Get to know the raptors living in your backyard! We’ll discuss Connecticut’s native birds of prey, including owls, hawks, and…
Summer Chickadees at DPNC
Celebrate summer with DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to…
Summer Chickadees at DPNC
Ages 2 to 4 with a caregiver Fridays. Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in DPNC's classic…
