After-School Program

Do you have what it takes to survive the rest of the winter? In this program, we’ll start off by learning about the amazing adaptations of animals that allow them to survive in freezing temperatures. Then we will head into the forest and learn how to use a map and compass, how to forage for
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Spring is just around the corner and many hibernators are about to come out of their long winter sleep! Join us in this after school program in which we follow the amazing journeys of bears, garter snakes, bats, and other hibernators, as they navigate the world in early spring.  Best suited for children ages 6-12.
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Join us as we celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with a celebration of the Irish natural world! From the astounding landscapes to the many creatures - both real and mythical! - we will explore the similarities and differences between the Connecticut landscape and the Emerald Isle. Best suited for children ages 6-12. Registration is $15 for
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Spring is upon us! One of the first signs of spring is the re-emergence of plants. In this after school program, we’ll learn all about the amazing adaptations of seeds, plants, and their life cycles, before trying our hand at planting some seeds of our own!  Best suited for children ages 6-12. Registration is $15
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Did you know Connecticut is home to two species of rabbits and only one of them is native? Join us for this after school program in which we learn all about the invasive eastern cottontail and the threatened New England cottontail!  Best suited for children ages 6-12. Registration is $15 for non-members and $10 for
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