Guest Seminar: The Wild World of Bats

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

  Join us as we celebrate Bat Week with a presentation by bat biologist, Dr. Devaughn Fraser, of the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Bats are one of the most unique, diverse and extraordinary groups of mammals on the planet.  Here in Connecticut and across the Northeast, they are also one of the
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Hunter Moon Hike

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

Take a moonlit hike with Great Hollow’s naturalist, Ben Lee, and learn about this month’s “Hunter Moon”. We’ll look and listen for owls and other nocturnal animals as we trek up to the Tucker’s Run waterfall. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring a flashlight or headlamp. The hike is weather-dependent. Appropriate for children ages 8
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*Sold Out* Kids’ Fall Fun Day

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

Schools may be closed, but Great Hollow is open! Come join us for a day of fall exploration! We’ll go on hikes and get creative with crafts while learning about the changes occurring in nature this time of the year. This is a drop-off program open to children ages 7-10. Registration is $45 per child
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Wine & Wreath Night: Fresh Holiday Wreaths

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

Additional evening added! 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
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Family Holiday Wreath Workshop

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

Saturday, December 2 | 1:00-1:45 pm | 2:00-2:45 pm | 3:00-3:45 pm Families, join us for an afternoon of crafting and fun. 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
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*SOLD OUT* Wine & Wreath Night: Fresh Holiday Wreaths

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. Please feel
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*SOLD OUT* Kids’ Drop-off: Holiday Cookies & Crafts

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

Kids, join us for some after-school crafting and fun. During this drop-off program, you’ll decorate a large gingerbread man with icing and candy. Children will also create two ornaments. Registration is $20 per child and includes all the supplies. Program open to children ages 6-12. Space is limited and this event regularly sells out. Advanced
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*Sold Out* Kids’ January Drop-in Day

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

Your school may be closed, but Great Hollow is open! Come join us for a day of winter exploration! We’ll go on hikes and get creative with crafts while learning about the changes occurring in nature this time of the year. This is a full-day drop-off program open to children ages 7-10. Registration is $50
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Maple Syrup Demonstration

Maple syrup season has arrived! Come to Great Hollow and learn all about making maple syrup right in your backyard. No fancy evaporator systems here; just a hot open fire to gather around for good conversation and to watch the process of turning sap into syrup. We’ll learn how to identify and tap maple trees,
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Kids’ Drop-off Program: Rabbit Romp

Kids, hop on over for morning of fun at Great Hollow! During this program we’ll learn some fun facts about rabbits and meet our resident rabbit up close. We’ll also set aside some time for fun and games like hopscotch and a rabbit-themed craft. Registration is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Space is limited
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