Coastal Mudworks Solid Sculpted Figures Workshop
Learn how to design, sketch, and sculpt a figure in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We will take a break…
Coastal Mudworks Intro to Sculpture 4 Week Class
In the 4 Week Class Mondays 1-3pm, learn how to design and sketch ideas. Explore pinch, coil, and slab building…
Woodcock Walk at Manatuck
Join DPNC at twilight to witness one of nature’s most bizarre courtship displays. Male American Woodcocks leave the safety of…
Full Pink Moon Walk at the Peace Sanctuary
Watch the April Pink Moon rise from a beautiful overlook! Join DPNC for a guided evening hike through the Peace…
Invasive Plants and Our Natural World
Invasive plants are changing our local landscapes, crowding out native plants and making it harder for our ecosystem to stay…
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…
Discovery Station
Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly program! Kids of all ages with a caregiver are…
Snakes of CT
Learn to identify Connecticut’s native snakes and discover their important role in our ecosystems. Join DPNC on Sunday, March 22nd…
Birding at Rocky Neck State Park
Explore Rocky Neck State Park in search of resident songbirds, raptors, and ducks. This program is great for birders of…
Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Avalonia’s Avery Preserve Hike
Join DPNC as we explore this beautiful Avalonia Land Conservancy preserve in Ledyard. We will take a closer look at…
Full Worm Moon Walk at Coogan Farm
Celebrate the full moon (also a blood moon eclipse!) and the changing season with a FREE evening hike at Coogan…
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs at DPNC
Spring Break Vacation Day Programs Monday: Reptiles Tuesday: Awesome Amphibians Wednesday: Pond Dipping Thursday: Owls Friday: Nest Builders For children…
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…
Valentine’s Day Seed Planting Party!
Bring the family (children 8 and up) to the Giving Garden for our first seed-starting day of the year! What…
Adventures in Nature: How Animals Find Love
Ages 6–10 years. Join DPNC to discover how animals attract their mates! Explore how colors, behaviors, and calls help animals…
Adventures in Nature: Winter Survival Strategies of Wildlife
From wood frogs that freeze solid to hibernating groundhogs, explore the diverse ways local animals make it through winter. Learn…
Hike the Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor
Enjoy a quiet and free guided winter walk through Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Pine Swamp in Gales Ferry. Join DPNC as…
