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Full Moon Hike: Snow Moon

Join the Nature Center naturalists on a hike by the light of the moon! Listen for owls calling while we use our night vision and other senses for this after-dark park expedition in the park. Wear warm clothes and proper foot gear! Inclement weather or dangerous conditions will cancel the hike. FEE: $1 per person, […]

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Maple Sugaring

A very long time ago, the native people of the northeastern part of our country taught their sweet-tree know-how with colonists from Europe. Ranger Dawn introduces making maple syrup the old-fashioned way and helps us choose the right tree to tap into nature’s sweet treat! Every participant will receive a sample of “sugar on ice”. […]

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Conservation Corps

Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. […]

Hand Pruner Sharpening and Care

Join our hands-on program, where we’ll guide you through the art of sharpening, cleaning, and caring for your hand pruners and loppers. Bring along your tools and well-fitting work gloves as we delve into the techniques employed by the ANC Conservation Corps. Maximize savings, contribute to a greener environment, and maintain peace of mind! Register […]

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Biomimicry!

At its simplest, biomimicry is learning from nature to make things better. From velcro to wind turbines, camera lenses to bullet trains, the applications of using biomimics to solve design and engineering challenges are limitless! Join Ranger Evelyn to explore this fascinating field, then take on a design challenge yourself to build the best whirly-bird! […]

Free

Conservation Corps

Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. […]

Conservation Corps

Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. […]

Conservation Corps

Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. […]

Owl Prowl: Raptor Woods Hike

Visitors to the Ansonia Nature Center will take a guided hike through the Raptor Woods and explore how our senses change with the setting of the sun. Guests will learn how nocturnal animals have adapted to the nightlife and will join us in the search for the owl species that call CT home. The program will […]

Free

Conservation Corps

Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. […]