Gather 'round the campfire to learn about topics in ecology, nature, and environmental science! Gain scientific skills over the course of this session and learn how to participate in outdoor scientific research. Registration required.
Watch our turtles, amphibians and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures. Registration required.
Explore the gardens, forest and meadows of the Estuary Center and examine the winter remnants of wildflowers. Create a snow bouquet from your discoveries. Registration Required.
Spread the holiday cheer! Create festive edible decorations to hang outside for our furred and feathered friends. Warm refreshments provided. Registration required.
Create unique ornaments using natural materials. Refreshments will be offered to aid your creativity.
Celebrate the shortest day of the year! Search the forest for items to create a festive lantern to place in your yard. Finish with a warm cup of cocoa. Registration required.
Take in the beautiful winter views by the warmth of a campfire. For session 1 we will focus on how to build a fire. Registration required.
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special. Registration required.
Gather 'round the campfire to learn about topics in ecology, nature, and environmental science! Gain scientific skills over the course of this session and learn how to participate in outdoor scientific research. Registration required.
Gather up your family and guests and stop in the Estuary Center for a relaxing afternoon visit with the naturalist. Play games, take a holiday themed photo with the critters, get crafty and enjoy delicious refreshments. Registration required. Register for either the 12:30 to 1:30 time slot or the 1:30 to 2:30 time slot.
Gather around the fire surrounded by good friends, good food, and what is surely the finest sunset on the east coast, for an evening of celebrating 2021 and looking forward to 2022. Beverages and appetizers will be provided. This event is for active volunteers only.
How can animals survive the winter? Learn about their amazing adaptations and explore the trails for their signs. Warm refreshments provided. Registration required.
Gather 'round the campfire to learn about topics in ecology, nature, and environmental science! Gain scientific skills over the course of this session and learn how to participate in outdoor scientific research. Registration required.
Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. Topics: winter, snow, hibernation, groundhogs, foxes, otters. Registration required.
Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. Topics: winter, snow, hibernation, groundhogs, foxes, otters. Registration required.
