Spooky Nature Trails
What will spook you in the woods? Our annual Halloween festivities are sure to haunt your senses as darkness falls.…
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…
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…
Full Moon Hike at the Peace Sanctuary
Celebrate the Harvest Moon with a night hike at the Peace Sanctuary. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we’ll…
Bugs and Beyond!
The world is teeming with fascinating creatures and among the most diverse and successful are the arthropods, our 6 and…
Hike the Peace Sanctuary
End the summer work week with a relaxing walk at the Peace Sanctuary. Join DPNC as we stroll the hillside…
Gungywamp Hike
Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Birding at Harkness Memorial State Park
Join us as we explore Harkness Memorial State Park looking for songbirds, raptors and more. This program is great for…
Gungywamp Hike
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Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along…
Groton Ledyard Reservoir Hike
Hike with us around the more secluded parts of the Groton Reservoir. We will explore the north side of the…
Rhododendron Hike at Avery Preserve
Rhododendrons, stone walls, beech trees, and wetlands await at this Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Avery Preserve in Ledyard. Guided by a…
Rocky Neck State Park Birding
Look for resident and migrating shorebirds, ducks, and raptors at Rocky Neck State Park with DPNC! This program is great…
Peace Sanctuary Hike
Explore the serene Peace Sanctuary property with a moderately challenging hike along the Mystic River with DPNC. As we trek…
Glacier Park Guided Hike
Learn more about this amazing boulder train in Ledyard as we explore the trails and rocks left behind by the…
Seining at Bluff Point State Park – FREE
Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled adventure at Bluff Point State Park. We’ll bring seine and dip nets…
Saturday Birding at Haley Farm State Park
Saturday, June 22 – 8 am-10 am Enjoy a summer morning walk and naturalist-led birding session at Haley Farm State…
