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THE ANSONIA NATURE CENTER BUILDING IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19. ALL OUTSIDE AREAS ARE OPEN. ALL PROGRAMS ARE VIRTUAL OR OUTSIDE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. ************
Because of concerns about Covid-19, the Ansonia Nature Center is running outdoor programming only and asking participants of those programs to practice social distancing and wear masks.
The Nature Center building is closed and all indoor programs are cancelled until further notice.
Calendar of Events
See our Home page
Link to our Facebook Page below:
https://www.facebook.com/Ansonia-Nature-and-Recreation-Center-347676261991691/
Winter Calendar of Events—2021
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February 2021
Let’s Draw Animals! Facebook Live – Saturday, February 27, 12:00 p.m.
Live drawing class from the Nature Center with artist and ranger, Amie. She will demonstrate how to draw a rabbit and a guinea pig, using our own live “models” Anson, Cocoa, and Abbey. While drawing you’ll learn some interesting facts about these animals, so it’s a bit of science as well as art. Participants should have the following supplies:
- White paper
- Crayons
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March 2021
THESE PROGRAMS IS FULL
MAPLE SUGARING FOR FAMILIES – Wed. March 3 or Sat. Mar. 6, 11 am
In the late winter as the days get warmer, and the nights remain cold, it creates the perfect conditions for maple sugaring! Join Wendy and Alison as they present an introduction to making maple syrup the old-fashioned way.
Family program; children must be accompanied by an adult.
This is an in-person, socially-distant event, so space is very limited.
MASKS & RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
PROGRAM IS OUTSIDE! DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
Inclement weather will cancel.
Call to register 203 736-1053.
Get Ready for Bluebirds – Sunday, March 14, 2:00 p.m.
Spring is on its way, and bluebirds are getting ready to nest. Join Ranger Evelyn for this virtual program and learn about bluebird life history, how to make your yard bluebird-friendly, and everything you need to know about setting up and taking care of your own nest boxes. Registration is required.
Bluebird Walk – Saturday, March 20, 1:00 p.m.
Here at Ansonia Nature Center, we have several bluebird nest boxes on our property. Join Ranger Evelyn on this nature walk, to clean out the boxes and get them ready for the new season. This is an in-person, socially-distant event, so space is very limited.
Guided Walk: Ranger Ramble – Sunday, March 21, 1:00 p.m.
Ramble through 2 to 3 habitats on the Nature Center property and learn about animal signs, how to identify plants and the uses of wild plants at the beginning of spring. This will be a slow observation walk, covering distance is not the goal. Wear proper footgear and clothes for the early spring conditions. Class size limited to 10 so please call in advance to register. FREE
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For in person classes
All participants must pre-register and adhere to the new rules list.
Now and always, the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, and visitors is a priority. We are excited to have reopened our outdoor facilities and to provide outdoor programs. Here is how we are working to keep everyone safe.
For Your Class:
- Per State of Connecticut guidelines, face masks must be worn by class participants.
- Physical distancing of 6ft should be practiced between groups at all times.
- Spacing will be indicated in the outdoor teaching spaces.
- Hand sanitizer is available for your use
- No passing or sharing items between groups
- Outdoor restrooms are open for the public.
- Our employees are screened daily.
- All participants must fill out a Waiver of Liability before attending class
- Health Pre-Screening must be filled out the day before class.
No walk-ins will be allowed to participate.
OUR BUILDING IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
NO BATHROOMS AVAILABLE
Fiber Arts Group – Tuesdays, 6 pm via zoom
Get together with others to work on your fiber arts projects! Bring any kind of fiber work—knitting, felting, crocheting, etc. A great way to dedicate time to your handiwork and socialize too. FREE.