Tuesday, February 26, 6 - 7:30 pm Winter is a wonderful time to learn about woodpeckers with the leaves down they are easier to see. We will take a look at what defines a bird as a woodpecker, what special abilities they have, and learn identification tips to recognize each of the species we see…
Saturday, February 23, 7 - 8:30 pm It may be cold outside, but things heat up for owls in late winter. Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls, meet a resident owl and take a walk looking and listening for owls at the Nature Center. Meets at DPNC. Members: $5.10 per person, Nonmembers:…
Saturday, February 23, 7 - 8:30 pm It may be cold outside, but things heat up for owls in late winter. Bring your family to learn more about Connecticut’s owls, meet a resident owl and take a walk looking and listening for owls at the Nature Center. Meets at DPNC. Members: $5.10 per person, Nonmembers:…
Tuesday, February 19: Winter Insects Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day of nature fun. Children (ages 5 to 12) will spend the day exploring winter insects. We will explore the woods and fields for signs of…
Tuesday, February 19: Winter Insects Looking for something fun for your children to do while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day of nature fun. Children (ages 5 to 12) will spend the day exploring winter insects. We will explore the woods and fields for signs of…
Monday, February 18, Nature Dioramas Looking for something fun for your children (ages 5 to 12) to do on President’s Day while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day of nature fun. We will spend the day exploring habitats, meeting animals and playing games around the Nature…
Monday, February 18, Nature Dioramas Looking for something fun for your children (ages 5 to 12) to do on President’s Day while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day of nature fun. We will spend the day exploring habitats, meeting animals and playing games around the Nature…
Saturday, February 16, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids ages 5 to 12 spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore “Stars and Space” as our theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner…
Saturday, February 16, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids ages 5 to 12 spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore “Stars and Space” as our theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner…
Saturday, February 16, 10 am - 12 pm Take your nature hikes to the next level by learning to read and interpret animal tracks and signs. The class will start inside to learn the basics, before heading to see what animals have been frequenting DPNC. Be prepared to hike outside! This program is suited for…
Saturday, February 16, 10 am - 12 pm Take your nature hikes to the next level by learning to read and interpret animal tracks and signs. The class will start inside to learn the basics, before heading to see what animals have been frequenting DPNC. Be prepared to hike outside! This program is suited for…
Saturday, February 9, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Animal Tracking” will be explored through time in…
Saturday, February 9, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Animal Tracking” will be explored through time in…
Saturday, February 9, 10 am -12 pm The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature this year. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, join us to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teacher, our animal friends,…
Saturday, February 9, 10 am -12 pm The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature this year. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, join us to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teacher, our animal friends,…
Saturday, February 2, 9:30 - 11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at…
Saturday, February 2, 9:30 - 11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at…
Friday, January 25, 9 am - 5 pm Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is well-known for its winter population of Harlequin ducks and many other species of birds. We’ll spend the morning searching for a myriad of wintering waterfowl including eider, harlequin, grebe, goldeneye and more. We may even spot a snowy owl. We’ll wind…
Friday, January 25, 9 am - 5 pm Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is well-known for its winter population of Harlequin ducks and many other species of birds. We’ll spend the morning searching for a myriad of wintering waterfowl including eider, harlequin, grebe, goldeneye and more. We may even spot a snowy owl. We’ll wind…
Tuesdays, January 22 & 29, 6 - 7:30 pm Join us for a two part class about the ducks and geese of winter. We will look at the unique features of these different species, learn identification tips, and discover why Southern CT has more waterfowl in winter than summer. This program is suited for adults…
Tuesdays, January 22 & 29, 6 - 7:30 pm Join us for a two part class about the ducks and geese of winter. We will look at the unique features of these different species, learn identification tips, and discover why Southern CT has more waterfowl in winter than summer. This program is suited for adults…
MLK Day, Monday, January 21 Looking for something fun for your children to do on Martin Luther King Day while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day to find out what makes squirrels amazing! Children ages 5 to 12 will learn about the different squirrel species that…
MLK Day, Monday, January 21 Looking for something fun for your children to do on Martin Luther King Day while they are out of school? Have them join us for either full or half day to find out what makes squirrels amazing! Children ages 5 to 12 will learn about the different squirrel species that…
Saturday, January 19, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids ages 5 to 12 spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore “Winter Birds” as our theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and…
Saturday, January 19, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids ages 5 to 12 spend the evening at the Nature Center. This month we’ll explore “Winter Birds” as our theme through games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and…
Saturday, January 19, 10 am - 12 pm The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature this year. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, join us to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teachers, our animal…
Saturday, January 19, 10 am - 12 pm The forest is full of magic! Give your child the gift of a magical childhood in nature this year. If you have a child or children that are 3 years old, join us to learn more about our unique nature-based preschool program. Meet the teachers, our animal…
Thursday, January 17, 2 - 4 pm Winter might be the best time to search for wintering ducks, but it can be cold! We’ll meet at DPNC and head out in the van to different spots along the coast from the Mystic River to Barn Island to see what we can find. This program is…
Thursday, January 17, 2 - 4 pm Winter might be the best time to search for wintering ducks, but it can be cold! We’ll meet at DPNC and head out in the van to different spots along the coast from the Mystic River to Barn Island to see what we can find. This program is…
Saturday, January 12, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Ice and Snow” will be explored through time…
Saturday, January 12, 10 am - 12 pm Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation, Dig Into Nature programs for ages 5 to 12 are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. This month’s program topic “Ice and Snow” will be explored through time…
Mondays, January 7 thru February 25, 9:30 - 11 am Explore nature with your little one ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver in this classic parent and child class. Nature in winter will come alive each week through stories, songs, activities and lots of time outside! Meets at DPNC. Members: $61.20/session, Nonmembers: $72/session
Mondays, January 7 thru February 25, 9:30 - 11 am Explore nature with your little one ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver in this classic parent and child class. Nature in winter will come alive each week through stories, songs, activities and lots of time outside! Meets at DPNC. Members: $61.20/session, Nonmembers: $72/session
Saturday, January 5, 4 - 5:30 pm Make your New Year’s resolution to spend more time in nature and get started with a wonderful winter evening hike at DPNC. We’ll explore the trails discussing points of interest as we hike. We’ll wrap up the hike by writing our resolutions and releasing them to the world…
Saturday, January 5, 4 - 5:30 pm Make your New Year’s resolution to spend more time in nature and get started with a wonderful winter evening hike at DPNC. We’ll explore the trails discussing points of interest as we hike. We’ll wrap up the hike by writing our resolutions and releasing them to the world…
Saturday, January 5, 9:30-11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. Members:…
Saturday, January 5, 9:30-11:30 am Discover the magic of winter! This program is for ages 2 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver. Each class we will explore a new topic through activities, live animals, crafts and lots of time outside. The program incorporates social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. Members:…
Monday, December 31 Spend the last day of the year being inspired by nature! Create beautiful items from sticks, leaves, rocks and more, some to leave outside for others to discover and some to bring home to brighten up your room. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children…
Monday, December 31 Spend the last day of the year being inspired by nature! Create beautiful items from sticks, leaves, rocks and more, some to leave outside for others to discover and some to bring home to brighten up your room. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children…
Friday, December 28 Snakes and salamanders, turtles and frogs are the name of the game today! We’ll meet live animals and learn about their amazing adaptations. All School Vacation Day programs are for ages 5 to 12. Please have children bring a snack, water bottle, lunch and dress for the weather. Meets at DPNC. Please…
