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Upcoming Programs

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Wreath Festival

Monday, November 30 - Sunday, December 13

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Celebrate the season!  This popular event pairs decorating a 24" balsam wreath using unique materials while relaxing by a roaring fire among friends.  Tickets available for daytime and evening in-person sessions as well as Family Day sessions.  Additionally, our crowd favorite to-go decorating kits are availabe for at home decorating.    

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Registration is required.  Ticket prices vary.  

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Teter and Tommy Teach Trees (with Chris Teter)

Saturday, December 19 from 1 - 2:30 pm

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Discover all about trees!  We'll begin inside with some hot beverages while learning all about what the twigs, buds, and fruit of different species look like.  Then we'll venture out for a walk on the trails to learn about bark and other characteristics that are visible in winter. It should be treely fantastic!

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This program is in partnership with the Bartlett Tree Experts.

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Registration is free, but required.  This program is for adults and families.  

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Nature Center Open House

​Saturday, January 9 from 10 am - 12 pm

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​A Woodcock team member welcomes you to the nature center for a chance to meet and learn about our ambassador animals.  The Nature Center building will be open to guests during the dates/hours listed above.   

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No registration needed.  Just come on by!

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Wintertime with Woodcock Turtles

Saturday, January 23 from 10 am - 12 pm

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Do you know where all the turtles go in the winter? We'll answer this question and many others!  We will meet and learn about some of the beloved resident turtles of Woodcock and make a snuggled up turtle craft at this awesome program!

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Registration is required.  $45 per child.

This program is for children in grades K - 2.

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Woodcock's Winter Glow

Sunday, January 24 between 5 - 8:30 pm

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Share the magic of a winter evening in nature with your friends and family as you meander along our self-guided, illuminated trail. Glowing luminaria will guide your way through the serene, moonlit trail, creating a peaceful journey through the winter woods.  Enjoy a night of peace and reflection celebrating the beauty of nature under the winter stars. New this year: a 21+ only hour from 7:30-8:30 pm also includes a cozy hot toddy by the fire.

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Registration is required. Ticket prices vary.

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Pokemon versus Nature

Saturday, January 30 from 1 - 3 pm

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Did you know that many Pokémon characters are based on real animals?  We'll meet some of Woodcock's teaching animals that were inspiration for some Pokemon and compare them! On a hike we will explore different habitats and the unique animals you might find in each one as well as create our own Pokémon cards based on real animals.

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Registration is required.  $45 per child.

This program is for children in grades K - 2.

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Storytime:  On The Trails

​Monday, February 1 from 10 - 11 am

Monday, March 1 from 10 - 11 am

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There's no better time than fall for Storytime: On the Trails program! Each session, we will enjoy a walk on our trails led by an educator, pointing out the wonders of nature and sharing fascinating facts about the season, before gathering around for a story.  The perfect way to connect with nature and your child as autumn is upon us.  ​​This program is for ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

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Registration is free, but required.  

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Little Nature Lovers Valentine's Day Celebration

Friday, February 12 from 10 - 11:30 am

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Celebrate this Valentine's Day by sharing some extra love with nature! Join us for a heartfelt outdoor "date" where you and your little one will search for love in nature, create a cozy, heart-warming craft and meet a special animal friend who needs some extra care! It's the perfect, memorable way to celebrate love outdoors. ​This program is for ages 2-6 with a caregiver.

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Registration is required.  $30 per child/caregiver.

Woodcock Nature Center

56 Deer Run Road, Wilton, CT 06897

p: (203) 762-7280

f: (203) 834-0062

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