Public Programs

Sharing our knowledge of the natural world is essential to the mission of DPNC and is reflected in the wide array of programming we offer. Our experienced environmental educators lead hikes, birding walks, children’s programming, adult lectures and much more on the nature of southeastern Connecticut.

As the seasons change, so do our offerings. Each month, look for new opportunities to experience nature from guided hikes, exploring vernal pools and local trails, to winter tree and track identification and birding.

We believe nature should be available and accessible for all! If you need financial assistance for any program, please contact Jess Morris, Public Programs Director, at [email protected] or call directly at (860) 980-3732 to discuss your needs.

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Eagles (Ages 4-6)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Join us at the Nature Center for a week of [...]

Art Gone Wild (Ages 8-12)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

With Mystic Museum Of Art Full Day 9am-4pm M,W,F @ DPNC [...]

Rangers (Ages 5 & 6)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Join us at the Nature Center for a week of [...]

Investigators (Ages 7 & 8)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Join us at the Nature Center for a week of [...]

Explorers (Ages 9 & 10)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Join us at the Nature Center for a week of [...]

Tree Trails & Adventure

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

(Ages 12-15) Plan on a week full of outdoor adventure, [...]

Fledglings (Ages 3 & 4)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

An Early Childhood Program Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - 9:00 am-11:00 [...]

Chickadees

Summer Chickadees

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Ages 2 to 4 with a caregiver Fridays. Celebrate summer by [...]

Firefly Walk

Friday. Enjoy nature’s fireworks with DPNC! After an introduction to [...]

Garden

Maintaining the Summer Garden

DPNC at Coogan Farm 162 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT, United States

Saturday. Learn how to help your garden thrive this summer! [...]

Adventures in Nature: Pond Dipping

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Saturday. Join us the second Saturday of every month as [...]

Eagles (Ages 4-6)

DPNC 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT, United States

Join us at the Nature Center for a week of [...]