Afterschool Drop-off: Where are all the bugs?

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

Have you ever wondered what happens to insects during the winter? Contrary to popular belief, not all insects die in the cold season. So, do they sleep all winter like bears? Or do they fly south like birds? Join us for this afterschool program all about the wild world of insects in winter! We'll explore
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Winter Ecology Walk and Talk

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

Did you know that when animals hibernate, they don't really "sleep" through the winter? Join our naturalist, John Foley, for a winter ecology hike through Great Hollow where we'll learn how specially adapted plants and animals survive the winter. John will also share some tips on how to identify some of our trees and other
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Afterschool Drop-off: Wild Winter Weather

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

Winter is a wild time in the atmosphere that can lead to severe weather conditions. In this afterschool program, we'll learn all about the science of winter weather: the different types of storms, how they form, and how we can predict when they will happen. We'll also learn how to identify clouds, measure wind speeds,
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Surveying Winter Birds

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

Calling all birders! Did you know Great Hollow has been a sponsor of the Connecticut Bird Atlas since 2018? The Bird Atlas is a massive statewide project led by UConn and DEEP to map the distribution and land-cover associations of all bird species that occur in Connecticut. Nearly all of the data that go into the project
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Think Small!

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

How do small mammals like chipmunks, moles, and voles survive the winter? Where do they live and what do they eat? In this Saturday drop-off program, we will learn all about the winter adaptations of small mammals. We'll hike into the woods to learn about their habitats, experiment with insulation techniques, look for tracks if
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Wolf Moon Hike

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

Enjoy a moonlit, guided hike up to Great Hollow's waterfall with our naturalist, John Foley, and learn what this month's "Wolf Moon" is all about. We'll look and listen for owls and other nocturnal animals while taking in the beauty of a forest that's bathed in moonlight. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring a flashlight
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Wine and DIY Night: Galentines Heart Wreaths

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

Adults, join us for an evening of crafting and conversation with our next DIY & Wine night. In this workshop you'll learn how to make your own Valentine's Day heart rag wreath and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Please feel free to bring your own wine, beer, or whatever you like to enjoy while crafting. Registration is $35
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Weekday Drop-off: Magnificent Marshes!

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

Let's celebrate World Wetlands Day with an exploration of the marshes of the world, including our very own wetland here at Great Hollow. In this afterschool program, we will learn all about the wild geologic past of our swamps and wetlands, what animals call these habitats home, and why it's so important to protect these
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Kid’s Valentine Drop-off: Heart Art

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

Let's get crafty! In this drop-off program for kids, we’ll make plantable seed paper for homemade, all-natural Valentine’s Day cards. We’ll also go for a hike and learn all about some of the amazing (and occasionally bizarre!) courtship rituals of the natural world. Registration is $20 for non-members and $15 for members, and includes all supplies.
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Weekday Drop-off: The Sly Lynx

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

Join us for this afterschool program all about the elusive bobcat, also known as a lynx. We’ll learn all about these curious creatures, search for signs of them in the woods, and play games and activities to better understand their behaviors and life cycles. Registration is $10 for non-members and $5 for members. E-mail our
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