Our after school Junior Rangers program continues! 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.
Join Nature Center Director Alison Rubelmann and Assistant Director Daniel Bosques for this morning’s walk. Discover the beauty of the Nature Center's typical New England woodland. This hike will be an educational and entertaining hike to identify nature along the way while we explore Raptor Woods Trail and beyond. Dress for hiking: we recommend sturdy […]
Seed bombs (or seed balls) are made by combining seeds, clay, and a bit of soil. Once the seed bombs have dried, they can then be dispersed into nature. Join Ranger Jeremy to make your seed bombs to take home and plant. Ages 8 – up with an accompanying adult. Click here to register for […]
ANC will lead fun, family-friendly activities in our organic garden. Learn about growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. Dress appropriately; remember you will get water and/or soil on your clothing. This program is FREE, with the potential to take home fresh local produce! Space is limited - registration required.
Second Week! Join our staff for this fun program exploring and learning about nature. This program is aimed at children ages 2-5 with an adult explorer. Nature’s Explorers takes place indoors and outdoors, is loosely structured, and is influenced by the seasons and interests of the group. Space is limited, registration required. TUITION: $40 per […]
Our after school Junior Rangers program continues! 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.
Did you know we have many plants in CT that can be used to make tea? Our Ranger will guide you on a hike around the Nature Center and discover the plants that nature provides for teas and other medicinal uses. After, we will enjoy a tea tasting and a treat! This class is suitable […]
Join Ranger Maria in preserving and enhancing the precious forests and meadows of the Nature Center! The Conservation Corps is on a mission to protect the integrity of our habitats by removing invasive vegetation and nurturing our valuable trees and plants. Our dedicated team is committed to safeguarding the tree canopy and preventing the further […]
ANC will lead fun, family-friendly activities in our organic garden. Learn about growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. Dress appropriately; remember you will get water and/or soil on your clothing. This program is FREE, with the potential to take home fresh local produce! Space is limited - registration required.
Join Ranger Maria in preserving and enhancing the precious forests and meadows of the Nature Center! The Conservation Corps is on a mission to protect the integrity of our habitats by removing invasive vegetation and nurturing our valuable trees and plants. Our dedicated team is committed to safeguarding the tree canopy and preventing the further […]