Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
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Saturday April 20 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Hike the Groton Reservoir
Saturday. Witness the beauty of woodlands and sparkling pristine waters on trails winding through remote and secluded sections of the Groton Reservoir watershed. This guided hike with a Nature Center naturalist explores trails on the north side of the Groton Public Uti......More
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Saturday April 20 9:30am - 12:00pm EDT
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Saturday April 20 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Groton Earth Day Expo
DPNC will be at the Groton Earth Day Expo. Saturday, April 20 11-4 pm For More Info
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Sunday April 21 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
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Monday April 22 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Hummingbirds 5
Mondays. Experience nature with your little one! Through stories, songs, meeting live animals and lots of time exploring the trails, Hummingbirds will help to kickstart a lifelong love of the outdoors! Please be prepared to use a front or back carrier for your child, st......More
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Monday April 22 5:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Evening Hike & Dinner Picnic
Monday. Bring the family and explore the trails at DPNC. We’ll look and listen for signs of spring and enjoy a trailside picnic out on our hike. Please bring a picnic dinner in something easy to carry. Meet at DPNC. FREE REGISTER
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Tuesday April 23 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Eager Explorers - Tuesdays
Spring SessionIs your child, ages 2.5 to 4, ready to try out a drop-off program on their own without a full preschool commitment? Eager Explorers, starting this month at DPNC, is just the place! Through nature topics, circle time, meeting animals, play time and trail hi......More
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Tuesday April 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Environmental Afternoons
Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes are......More
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Tuesday April 23 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Full Pink Moon Hike at the Peace Sanctuary
Tuesday. Join us as we explore the trails of the Peace Sanctuary before watching the full moon rise above the Mystic River. Meet at the bottom of the hill at the Peace Sanctuary on River Road in Mystic. Free for adult members and non-members advanced registration requ......More
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Wednesday April 24 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Eager Explorers - Wednesdays
Spring Session – WednesdaysIs your child, ages 2.5 to 4, ready to try out a drop-off program on their own without a full preschool commitment? Eager Explorers, starting this month at DPNC, is just the place! Through nature topics, circle time, meeting animals, play time......More
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Wednesday April 24 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Midweek Hike at Coogan Farm
Wednesday. Mark the middle of the work week with an after-hours hike at Coogan Farm. Ascending the centuries-old farm path, you’ll learn about the significant cultural and natural history of the property. We’ll stroll through Gallup Orchard and its heirloom varieties o......More
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Thursday April 25 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Nature Days 5
Thursdays. With Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center as basecamp, each day will be spent exploring the forest, wetlands, meadows and gardens that make up the campus. Daily activities align with the seasons and a majority of our time will be spent outdoors. Examples of act......More
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Thursday April 25 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Eager Explorers - Thursdays
Spring SessionIs your child, ages 2.5 to 4, ready to try out a drop-off program on their own without a full preschool commitment? Eager Explorers, starting this month at DPNC, is just the place! Through nature topics, circle time, meeting animals, play time and trail hi......More
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Friday April 26 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Chickadees 5
Spend time with your little one as you learn about the natural world together! Each week we’ll explore a seasonal topic, have circle time, meet live animals, go on nature walks and more at DPNC. Class will meet outside on fair weather days. During inclement weather, par......More
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Friday April 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Earth Week Nature Trivia Night
Friday, April 26 – 6-8 pm It’s trivia time! Amaze your friends with your awesome nature trivia knowledge at Earth Week Nature Trivia Night! Teams of up to six people compete to win incredible prizes, including a private animal encounter! BYOB and snacks. Start planning ......More
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Saturday April 27 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Earth Day at DPNC
Earth Day events are free for DPNC members! For non-members, all Earth Day programming is free with admission to DPNC. Join us on Saturday, April 27 as we celebrate our Earth! Hikes, wildlife demonstrations, nature crafts and planting pollinator seeds are just a few of ......More
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Saturday April 27 5:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Nature Night Out
Saturday. Enjoy an evening out while your children, ages 6 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We’ll play games, do nature activities, meet live animals and take an evening hike, followed by fireside pizza and s’mores! Dress for outdoor weather and bring a f......More
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Sunday April 28 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Vernal Pool Discovery
Sunday. From fairy shrimp to salamanders, vernal pools are teeming with life! We’ll introduce you to vernal pools and the importance of these unique habitats, and then we’ll spend time exploring them. Dress to get your feet in the water (rubber boots or old sneakers ar......More
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Monday April 29 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Hummingbirds 5
Mondays. Experience nature with your little one! Through stories, songs, meeting live animals and lots of time exploring the trails, Hummingbirds will help to kickstart a lifelong love of the outdoors! Please be prepared to use a front or back carrier for your child, st......More
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Tuesday April 30 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Eager Explorers - Tuesdays
Spring SessionIs your child, ages 2.5 to 4, ready to try out a drop-off program on their own without a full preschool commitment? Eager Explorers, starting this month at DPNC, is just the place! Through nature topics, circle time, meeting animals, play time and trail hi......More
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Tuesday April 30 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Environmental Afternoons
Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes are......More