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  • Invasive Species Walk

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    What do spotted lanternflies, Asian jumping worms, and Japanese barberry have in common? They are just three of the 6,500+ known invasive species in the United States. But what makes a species invasive and what should we do about them? Come find out on a short, guided walk and talk with our naturalist Ben Lee and
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  • Kids’ Crafts: Holiday Ornaments

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Kids, join us for some holiday crafting fun! During this drop-off event children will be making three holiday ornaments: a fused glass ornament*, a decoupage oyster shell ornament, and a painted tree cookie ornament. We will discuss the science behind each of these materials while creating our holiday keepsakes. Space is limited and advanced registration
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  • Winter Birding

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Grab your binoculars and join us for a guided birding walk with ornithologist, Dr. Sarah Deckel. Attendees will learn about some of the more common winter residents as well as how to identify them by sight and sound. Our day will begin with a short introductory slideshow and homemade seed cake feeder activity in the
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  • Friday Wine and Holiday Wreath Night

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Adults, join us for a relaxing evening of crafting and conversation with our next DIY & Wine night. In this workshop, you’ll decorate a pre-made balsam fir wreath with winter greens and a handmade bow. You may also bring in any of your own decorations for your wreath. No previous experience is necessary. All of
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    $40.00 – $200.00

  • Saturday Wine and Holiday Wreath Night

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Adults, join us for a relaxing evening of crafting and conversation with our next DIY & Wine night. In this workshop, you’ll decorate a pre-made balsam fir wreath with winter greens and a handmade bow. You may also bring in any of your own decorations for your wreath. No previous experience is necessary. All of
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    $40 – $200

  • Winter Solstice Guided Hike & Spiral Celebration

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Children & Families | 1:00 - 3:00 pm Adults Only | 5:00 - 7:00 pm  As the longest night of the year approaches, we invite you to connect with nature and celebrate the return of the light during this guided hike. Discover the calming charm of the season as we walk the Great Hollow frosty
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  • Kids’ Nature Night: Lunar Calendars

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Kids, join us for the first full moon of the new year: The Wolf Moon. During this program we will learn about the lunar cycle, make our own lunar calendars, and go outside to view the super moon. This drop-off program is open to children ages 6-12. The cost for this program is $5 for
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  • Curious Adults: Maple Sugaring

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Maple syrup season has arrived! Join us for this hands-on program led by our naturalist and CT Master Woodland Manager Ben Lee. We’ll begin in the lecture room with a short presentation on the science behind the syrup. Participants will then learn how to identify sugar maples as well as proper tapping and collection techniques.
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  • Learn How to Make Maple Syrup!

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Maple syrup season has arrived! Come to Great Hollow and find out how you can make maple syrup right in your backyard. We’ll learn how to identify and tap maple trees, hang buckets, and collect sap, and then finally, how to boil it down and filter it. Best of all, we’ll have the opportunity to
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  • Kids’ Drop-in Day: Celebrate Spring

    Great Hollow Nature Preserve 225 CT-37, New Fairfield, CT, United States

    Kids, come join us for a fun day of art and nature exploration to celebrate spring! School may be closed but Great Hollow will be open. During this full-day, drop-off program, children will have the opportunity to create spring-inspired art and spend time outdoors on Great Hollow’s trails. A selection of their artwork will be
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