Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

It may be cold outside, but things heat up for owls in late winter. Bring your family to learn about Connecticut’s native owls, meet one of DPNC’s resident birds, and then head into the night to listen and look for wild owls along the trails.
Advanced registration is required: <a href="https://dpnc.org/event/owl-prowl-5/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dpnc.org/event/owl-prowl-5/</a><a href="https://dpnc.org/event/owl-prowl-5/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Meets at DPNC.
Members: $8.50, Nonmembers: $10

Local Event: Owl Prowl - Family Program

New London County

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Owl Prowl - Family Program

It may be cold outside, but things heat up for owls in late winter. Bring your family to learn about Connecticut’s native owls,...

Gungywamp

Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps along with enigmatic stone shelter and structures whose use and origin are open to interpretation. Walk with us through the woods and absorb the mysteries of Gungywamp. This program is suited for adults and families comfortable walking two miles over uneven terrain.
Pre-registration is required: <a href="https://dpnc.org/event/gungywamp-hike-13/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dpnc.org/event/gungywamp-hike-13/</a><a href="https://dpnc.org/event/gungywamp-hike-13/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>&nbsp;Meets at Shepherd of the Sea Chapel parking area, 231 Gungywamp Road, Groton. Moderate difficulty.
Members $25.50; non-members $30

Local Event: Gungywamp Guided Hike

Gungywamp Guided Hike

Gungywamp is an archaeological site of distinct natural and cultural interest. It has rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps...

Kids of all ages with a caregiver.
Saturday. Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly program! Move at your own pace as you explore themed activity stations, meet live animals, and examine fascinating natural artifacts. Then get creative with a hands-on craft before heading out on a self-guided hike and scavenger hunt that brings each month’s topic to life.
Meets at DPNC on the third Saturday of each month. Pre-registration is required:&nbsp;<a href="https://dpnc.org/event/discovery-station/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dpnc.org/event/discovery-station/</a>
Free with generous support from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut.

Local Event: Discovery Station - Free Family Program

Discovery Station - Free Family Program

Kids of all ages with a caregiver.
Saturday. Discover the wonders of nature together at this monthly, inclusive family-friendly...

Ages 6-12 years
Saturday. Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live animal encounters, and an evening hike. To top it all off, we’ll gather around the fire for pizza and s’mores! Don’t forget to dress for the weather and bring a flashlight for the adventure ahead!
Meets at DPNC. Pre-registration is required:&nbsp;<a href="https://dpnc.org/event/nature-night-out-14/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dpnc.org/event/nature-night-out-14/</a>
Members $34 per child, Non-members $40 per child

Local Event: Nature Night Out

Nature Night Out

Ages 6-12 years
Saturday. Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off!...

4:30 – 5:30 pm or 5:30 – 6:30 pm&nbsp;

Celebrate the longest night with an evening walk through the quiet winter woods. Warm up by the fire with a hot drink, reflect on the year, and take part in a simple solstice tradition of sending your wishes into the night sky. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather.
Advance registration required:&nbsp;<a href="https://dpnc.org/event/winter-solstice-celebration-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dpnc.org/event/winter-solstice-celebration-2/</a>
Members: $4.25 per person, Nonmembers: $5 per person

Local Event: Winter Solstice Celebration

Winter Solstice Celebration

4:30 – 5:30 pm or 5:30 – 6:30 pm 

Celebrate the longest night with an evening walk through the quiet winter woods. Warm up by...

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Owl Prowl - Family Program

DEC

19

6:30 PM

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Rd, Stonington, CT

Gungywamp Guided Hike

DEC

20

10:00 AM

Stonington-Mystic, CT

Discovery Station - Free Family Program

DEC

20

10:00 AM

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Rd, Stonington, CT

Nature Night Out

DEC

20

5:00 PM

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Rd, Stonington, CT

Winter Solstice Celebration

DEC

21

4:30 PM

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, 109 Pequotsepos Rd, Stonington, CT