Are you interested in foraging for mushrooms? Join DPNC and lifelong wild food forager Keith Cowley for a program about what local mushrooms are in season, including the popular wild mushrooms of New England. We will also explore ethical foraging for wild edibles and identify some common useful species. Keith Cowley is the Ethical Forager.…
Have fun creating mushroom crafts during this unique creation station at the Nature Center! Create your own mushrooms using recycled materials, make mushroom stamps, learn how to do spore printing and more! This program is suited for families and is part of our Mushroom Week activities. Drop by anytime between 1 and 3 pm and…
September is the best month for catching insects and spiders. Gather the family and join us as we search the meadow looking for grasshoppers, butterflies, spiders and more! Please wear closed toed shoes and sunscreen. Pre-registration required. Meets at DPNC Members and Nonmembers: FREE, funded through a grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation
Discover old quarries and follow the Pequotsepos Brook as we hike the Coogan Farm and Stone Bridges Trails. Meet at DPNC. This program is suited for adults and older, interested children. Preregistration is required and masks are optional. Members and Nonmembers: FREE
Summer is best enjoyed outdoors! This program is for children, ages 2 to 5, with special needs and a caregiver. Children will make new discoveries as we explore seasonal nature topics through activities, meeting live animals, stories, crafts and lots of time outside. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide plenty of…
Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids, ages 5 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We will enjoy games, activities, meeting live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza for dinner and round out the evening with s’mores around the campfire. Please be dressed for the…
Spend some time with your family having fun with frogs! Trying your hand at catching and releasing frogs, fish and insects in the pond at the Nature Center. Stop by anytime between 1 and 3 pm to use our nets and buckets and get tips from DPNC educators. Wear shoes that can get muddy, but…
Summer is best enjoyed outdoors! This program is for children, ages 2 to 5, with special needs and a 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. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide…
Bring the family and meet DPNC’s resident snakes as we celebrate World Snake Day. We’ll learn about their unique adaptations and the important role they play in our local ecosystem. This program is suited for families. Members and Nonmembers: FREE, funded through a grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation
Join us as we explore the Nature Center outdoor sanctuary looking for migrating and resident songbirds as well as raptors. This program is great for birders of all skill levels and will be limited to 10 people. Masks are optional. Meets at DPNC. This program is suited for adults. Preregistration is required. Members: $17, Nonmembers:…
Summer is a wonderful time to learn more about our local bat species. We’ll discuss their incredible adaptations, their role in the local ecosystem and the threats they face. This program will be held via zoom. Upon registration you will receive a Zoom link in a separate email, please email khargrave@dpnc.org if you don’t receive…
Explore the trails along the Pequotsepos Brook and learn more about this unique ecosystem. This program is suited for adults and interested children. Hikes are limited to 15 people, you MUST pre-register and masks are optional. Meets at DPNC. Members and Nonmembers: FREE
Join Farmer Craig to learn which flowers to plant in your garden to attract native pollinators which will help increase production. You will leave knowing what flowers to plant and why. Pre registration is required. This program is suited for adults. If you have registered through our website and you have not received your Zoom…
Summer is best enjoyed outdoors! This program is for children, ages 2 to 5, with special needs and a 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. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. This week we will learn about frog life cycles and take a trip to the pond, nets in hand, to catch frogs and tadpoles for investigation. This program is limited to 10 children per group. You must…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. It is peak baby season for wild animals in CT! Learn all about these babies and the strategies their parents use to ensure their survival. This program is limited to 10 children per group and preregistration is…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. Birds aren’t the only animals that lay eggs! Learn about the many animals in CT who are egg layers, how to identify a few common eggs and decorate an egg craft. This program is limited to 10…
Children ages 3 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver, will make spring discoveries and explore seasonal topics through outside activities and art. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide plenty of social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. This class will be outdoors and adults are required to…
Learn about our local nocturnal animals, including owls, before heading onto the trails to take an evening hike with a DPNC Educator as our guide. You MUST preregister and wear a mask the entire time. Meets at DPNC. Members $6.80 per person, Nonmembers: $8 per person
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. We will sneak around the pond to spot sunbathing turtles, meet some of DPNC’s resident turtles and make a yarn-wrapped turtle craft. This program is limited to 10 children per group and pre registration is required. Masks…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. This week’s topic is “Ducks and Geese”, which begin nesting this time of year. We will peruse field guides to learn how to recognize common ducks and geese found in Connecticut, and then make a fun duck…
Take some time to enjoy nature and join us on a guided hike along the trails at DPNC and Coogan Farm as we make seasonal discoveries. Meets at DPNC. Preregistration and masks are required. Members and Nonmembers: Free This is part of our Earth Week programs, and we are grateful to our sponsors Aquarion Water…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Saturday, April 24, 1 - 2 pm Join Farmer Craig to learn the basics of composting in this online class offered via Zoom. From reducing your waste to helping your garden and plants grow, to combating climate change, composting is important and doesn’t have to be complicated. This program will be presented via Zoom, you…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Take some time to enjoy nature and join us on a guided hike along the trails at DPNC and Coogan Farm as we make seasonal discoveries. Meets at DPNC. Preregistration and masks are required. This program is suited for adults and families. Members and Nonmembers: Free This is part of our Earth Week programs, and…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
We put so much attention on perennial plants for pollinators and hummingbirds, that sometimes we forget about the woody plants and shrubs that form the backbone of our landscapes. Learn more about native woody plants that are essential to pollinators, birds and all wildlife. This program will be presented via Zoom, upon registration you should…
Have your children ages 6 to 10 step away from the screen and spend some time experiencing nature. This week’s topic is “Weasels and Fishers”, and we will explore the many interesting members of the weasel family. We will learn about a few that live here in CT and craft a clay model to take…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Monday, April 19, 4 - 4:45 pm Tune in to meet the animals that call the Nature Center home. Hear the stories of how they came to be residents and learn about wildlife that is native to Connecticut. This program will be presented via Zoom, upon registration you should receive a link. Please email Khargrave@dpnc.org…
Monday, April 19 - Sunday, April 25 Earth Day is so important we decided to celebrate it with a week of activities that inspire an understanding of the natural world with both virtual and in-person programs. We have opportunities for all ages to celebrate connections to the earth. Join us for a hike, make a…
Children ages 3 to 5 with special needs and a caregiver, will make spring discoveries and explore seasonal topics through outside activities and art. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide plenty of social time for children and caregivers. Meets at DPNC. This class will be outdoors and adults are required to…
Friday, April 16 - 10 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 3 pm Join us for a week of fun outdoors at DPNC for children ages 6 to 10! Each day covers a different topic and includes hikes, games, activities and meeting live animals. The theme for today is “Aquatic Invertebrates”. We will…
Thursday, April 15 - 10 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 3 pm Join us for a week of fun outdoors at DPNC for children ages 6 to 10! Each day covers a different topic and includes hikes, games, activities and meeting live animals. The theme for today is “Habitats”. We’ll explore forests,…
Wednesday, April 14 - 10 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 3 pm Join us for a week of fun outdoors at DPNC for children ages 6 to 10! Each day covers a different topic and includes hikes, games, activities and meeting live animals. The theme for today is “Bird Nests”. Find out…
Tuesday, April 13 - 10 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 3 pm Join us for a week of fun outdoors at DPNC for children ages 6 to 10! Each day covers a different topic and includes hikes, games, activities and meeting live animals. The theme for today is “Drawing Reptiles”. We will…
Monday, April 12 - 10 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 3 pm Join us for a week of fun outdoors at DPNC for children ages 6 to 10! Each day covers a different topic and includes hikes, games, activities and meeting live animals. The theme for today is “Vultures”, and we will…
