This program runs on Thursdays from 10AM to 11AM, for four weeks: February 22 & 29; March 7 & 14 Fourth and final week of Nature’s Explorers, a 4-week program for children 2 – 5 years old with their adult Explorer! These classes are loosely structured and influenced by the seasons. We will explore nature outside […]
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 […]
Discover the diverse array of animals that call the woodland home and gain valuable knowledge about their shelter needs. Participants will identify areas where a selected woodland site lacks suitable shelter for animals, such as songbirds, small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Using hand tools, we’ll work together to cut invasive plants and construct woodland shelters […]
Come learn about our local amphibians and their importance during our hike to the Nature Center’s vernal pools. Amphibians play a unique role as indicator species in determining the health of our environment. These fascinating creatures secretly inhabit our woodlands and wetlands; help our staff lift rocks and logs to find these slippery creatures beneath. […]
Time for Bluebirds! Join Ranger Evelyn for a fun and educational presentation. Take a walk through the Nature Center’s Bluebird habitat and look for these harbingers of spring. Dress for the weather. Binoculars are available to borrow. This class is suitable for all ages. Click here to register for this FREE program.
The Ansonia Nature Center invites everyone to join us this Earth Day. This year’s theme is Legacy: Past, Present, and Future. This year’s celebration will feature Ojibwe flute artist Allan Madahbee, and we will unveil “Sugar Maple Year in a Day”, a 5’ x 20’ mural painted by artist Amie Ziner. Enjoy hikes, live animals, […]
First day of Junior Rangers begins! Participants should dress for the weather; we will most likely spend some time outside even if it's raining. Wear shoes suitable for hiking. This session is full. Junior Rangers will return in the fall.
Make a small pressed flower lantern for the mom in your life! We will use recycled jars, pressed flowers, and greens we found on the property. For ages 5 and up, accompanied by an adult. Fee: $5 per lantern. Click here to register.
Embark on a serene two-hour hike suitable for adults, teens, and patient children. This amble through the woods offers a unique opportunity to explore the abundance of Spring wildflowers at the Ansonia Nature Center. Stop to study each new wildflower, document findings, and even sketch as we appreciate nature’s hidden gems before the full emergence […]
Join us for a moonlight stroll and enjoy the sounds of spring on this moderate nighttime hike. The “Flower Moon” marks the peak of Spring in New England and the abundance of Mother Nature’s beautiful flowers, as well as other attractions. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The number of participants is limited, so […]