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Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

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109 Pequotsepos Road
Mystic, CT 06355 United States Get Directions
Phone 860.536.1216

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  • Buggin’ Out: Tasting the World of Edible Insects

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Calling all adventurous eaters! Discover the world of edible insects! Adults and families will explore the ecological and health benefits of incorporating insects into our diets, including their role in reducing environmental impact and providing a rich source of protein and nutrients. Participants will also have the opportunity to sample a variety of insect-based foods…

  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • DPNC Presents: Connecticut’s Predators

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Discover the hidden world of our diverse local predators. From snakes to bears, learn about their current population numbers, what habitats they live in and discuss their natural history. Meets at DPNC. Suited for adults. Members: $8.50, Nonmembers: $10 Register

  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC every Tuesday for our Environmental Afternoons! Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes have a minimum of 4…

  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC every Tuesday for our Environmental Afternoons! Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes have a minimum of 4…

  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • Environmental Afternoons

    Environmental Afternoons

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC every Tuesday for our Environmental Afternoons! Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes have a minimum of 4…

  • Hike the Nature Center

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us for a hike along the trails at DPNC. We’ll explore a variety of habitats, including forests, meadows and wetlands and learn about local wildlife, native plants, and the unique ecosystems that call this area home. Meets at DPNC, preregistration is required. Members and Nonmembers: FREE Register

    Free

  • Sounds of Nature

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Nature is filled with beautiful music. Take time to appreciate the lovely sounds that are created by nature during this guided walk for families. We will listen for birds and frogs as we stroll the trails at the Nature Center. Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50, Nonmembers: $10 Register

  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • The Green-Tie Celebration: Open Spaces, Wild Places

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us for our signature gala filled with nature, camaraderie, and celebration. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and lively fun—all in support of protecting the wild places and open spaces that make our community so special. The Maggie Jones Environmental Hero Award will be presented to Sidney Van Zandt, in recognition of…

  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • Adventures in Nature: To Migrate or Not?

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join DPNC on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month, we will explore which backyard birds migrate and which don’t. We will discover ways to identify the birds that stay by using their sizes, colors, and their calls. You will meet some of our resident birds and hike our…

    Free
  • Chickadees at DPNC

    Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us on Friday mornings from 9:30-11 for our Chickadees program. Designed for children ages 2-4 with a caregiver to explore the wonders of nature through age-appropriate hikes, live animal encounters, creative crafts, and interactive nature activities. This class is a perfect opportunity for bonding, exploring, and learning together as you embark on a nature…

  • Full Moon Hike at the Peace Sanctuary

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate the Harvest Moon with a night hike at the Peace Sanctuary. With a DPNC educator as our guide, we’ll wander the trails and wait for the moon to rise over the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the driveway by Peace Sanctuary at 233 River Road in Mystic. Pre-registration required, masks are optional.…

    Free

  • Bugs and Beyond!

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    The world is teeming with fascinating creatures and among the most diverse and successful are the arthropods, our 6 and 8 legged friends! Following an introduction to their amazing adaptations, we’ll then head out to the fields to see what species we can find using nets, field guides, and bug jars. Meets at DPNC. Free…

    Free

  • Nature Night Out

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for…

  • Summer Chickadees

    Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Ages 2–4. Sign ups are per class.…

  • Owls of CT

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Learn about Connecticut’s native owls and meet DPNC’s resident animal ambassadors! This program is intended for adults. Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50 per person; Non-Members: $10 per person Register

  • Summer Chickadees

    Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Ages 2–4. Sign ups are per class.…

  • Adventures in Nature: Insects!

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center on the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about insects. Learn all about the different insects that live in our forests and meadows and use nets to try and catch some for an up close encounter! This program is for children…

    Free

  • Mushroom Foraging Intensive with The Mushroom Hunting Foundation

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join the Mushroom Hunting foundation in a half day intensive mushroom foraging class. The day will begin with an indoor lesson, followed by an outdoor guided hike on the DPNC trails and concluding with an amazing cooking demonstration! Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $106.25 per person, Nonmembers: $125 per person Register

  • Family Hike and Picnic at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we will explore the trails and enjoy a picnic in the woods before heading back to DPNC for a dessert of s’mores around the campfire. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50, Nonmembers: $10 Register

  • Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer with the Summer Chickadees at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Ages 2–4. Sign ups are per class.…

  • Herping Hike at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Take a walk through the trails of DPNC to discover what reptiles and amphibians live on the property. Learn about native species to the area while enjoying a walk in the woods. Pre-registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Register

    Free

  • Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 4, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Ages 2–4. Meets at DPNC. Sign ups are per class. Rain cancels the…

  • Family Pond Dipping Exploration

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Who in your family is the frog-catching expert? Find out on Sunday with family pond dipping at DPNC! Spend some time with your family trying to catch and release frogs, fish, and insects at the pond. Use our nets and buckets along with our expert advice from a DPNC educator. Come prepared with shoes close…

  • Nature Night Out

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for…

  • Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class. Rain cancels the program. Meets at DPNC. Advance registration required. Members: $21.25 per child,…

  • Fairies in the Forest

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    The Nature Center’s forest fairies have come out to play and are excited to share the secrets to being kind to nature! Wander the trails and meet the Salamander Forest Fairy, the Meadow Flower Fairy, the Pond Fairy, the Stone Fairy, and other magical friends as you explore the woods. Each fairy has special ideas…

  • Raptors of CT

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Get to know the raptors living in your backyard! We’ll discuss Connecticut’s native birds of prey, including owls, hawks, and falcons, and bring out a few of DPNC’s resident animal ambassadors so you can see these raptors for yourself. This program is suited for adults. Pre-Registration is required. Meets at DPNC. Members: $8.50 Non-members:$10 Register

  • Summer Chickadees

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer at DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class. Rain cancels the program. Meets at DPNC. Advance registration required. Members: $21.25…

  • Adventures in Nature: Pond Dipping

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about pond dipping: learn about the different animals in the pond, and use nets to try and catch some for an up close encounter! Come prepared with close toed shoes that can get wet and muddy (no crocs…

    Free

  • Summer Chickadees at DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Celebrate summer with DPNC by exploring nature with your little one in our classic caregiver-and-child class, for ages 2 to 4. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class. Rain cancels the program. Meets at DPNC. Advance registration required. Register

    $21.25 – $25

  • Summer Foraging

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join us at the Nature Center with our 3 foragers to learn how to find ingredients for your next meal in your own backyard! We will start with a presentation that covers the greens, fruits, and plentiful mushrooms of summer then head out on the trails of DPNC to find these edibles in their natural…

  • Sound Bathing with Brandy

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Join Brandy Lefsyk, PTA, E-RYT 500, Usui Reiki Master, Astrologer, Channel, Sound Healer. With the use of singing bowls, chimes, drums, and voice activation, participants can enjoy a sound bath. A sound bath is the practice of being enveloped by sound, which allows for the possibility of profound relaxation, insight, and healing. Preregistration required! Meets…

  • DPNC Nature Night Out

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for…

  • Discovery Program with DPNC

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Get outside and discover nature this summer! This year DPNC has two Discovery classes: a preschool group and a school-aged group, both for children with special needs and their caregiver. Each class, children will make new discoveries as we explore seasonal nature topics through activities, meeting live animals, stories, crafts, and lots of time outside.…

    Free

  • CT Open House Day: Meet Our Resident Animals

    Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

    Hear our resident animals’ stories and learn how we can help their species in the wild. Join us at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center for a presentation including some of our most popular resident animals. Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required. Members and non-members: FREE Register

    Free

 

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