Mr. Bill’s Woodland Ramble
A ramble through the trails to support the Nature Center! Walk, run, or ramble on our three-mile course, starting at…
Lady Slipper and Wildflower Walk at the Peace Sanctuary
Late May is a wonderful time to look for Southern New England’s wildflowers. Lady’s Slippers are among our most unique…
Gungywamp Hike
Saturday. Spring is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site…
Family Bird Walk
Saturday. Birding can be a wonderful family activity! Learn the basics of birding with your family and get your children…
Nature Journaling
Step into the world of nature journaling, a simple yet powerful practice that helps you slow down, look closely, and…
Stone Bridges Trail Hike
Sunday. Join us for a spring exploration of the Stone Bridges Trail at DPNC. Along the way we’ll investigate old…
Earth Weekend
Celebrate Earth and nature with DPNC! From 10am–3 pm on Saturday and Sunday, DPNC will be offering free museum admission,…
Gungywamp Hike
Spring is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of…
Guided Hike @ Avalonia’s Hoffman Evergreen Preserve
Explore the trails of Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Hoffman Evergreen Preserve in Stonington. Meet at the entrance on Rt. 201 in…
Winter Foraging Walk
The leaves may be gone, but there are still edible plants in our forests and fields. Learn to identify these…
Gungywamp Guided Hike
Winter is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of…
Full Wolf Moon Walk at the Nature Center – FREE guided hike
Explore the forest and meadows of DPNC and watch for the rising full moon. The January full moon, known as…
Barn Island Waterfowl Walk – FREE guided walk
Explore the shoreline and marshes of Barn Island Wildlife Management Area looking for overwintering ducks and other waterfowl with staff…
Luminaria: A Winter Walk in the Woods
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season to experience the peace and wonder of a winter…
Fall Birding at Rocky Neck
Take a guided birding walk with a DPNC naturalist at Rocky Neck State Park We’ll be looking for year round…
Groton Reservoir Hike – FREE guided hike
Join a DPNC naturalist for a guided hike around the more secluded parts of the Groton Reservoir. We will explore…
Gungywamp Guided Hike
Fall is a colorful time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of…
Hawk Migration at Bluff Point State Park
Join us for a guided walk with a DPNC naturalist at Bluff Point State Park. We’ll be on the lookout…
Autumnal Equinox Hike at DPNC – FREE
Celebrate the first day of fall with a guided hike at DPNC! We’ll explore various habitats as we look at…
International Day of Peace Walk – FREE
Join us for a reflective walk and meditation at the Peace Sanctuary as we observe the International Day of Peace.…
