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Spring Wildflowers
Until May 31
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Along Our Trails
Scavenger Hunts
The Nature Center is posting
a series of nature scavenger hunts
along our trails to add to your enjoyment.
Scavenger hunt maps are available at the
front door of the Nature Center.
DONATIONS WELCOME!
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Saturdays
April 23, 30
May 7
7 — 9 am |
Saturday Bird Walks
An early morning walk through Werner’s Woods provides welcome sights and sounds for beginning birders as well as those with more experience in the field.
Bird walks are not geared
for younger children.
Bring binoculars and dress
for wet ground underfoot.
Members $6 each / $21 family of four Nonmembers $11 each / $36 family of four
Pre-registration is not required
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MOTHER'S DAY
Sunday, May 8
Talk 1—2 pm
Walk 2—2:30 pm |
Annual Mother's Day Wildflower Talk & Walk
Connecticut has a myriad of spring wildflowers. Find out why they bloom in the spring, where to find them, how they got their names and what makes these plants so special.
Join us for a special lecture from 1 to 2 pm
and at 2 pm for a guided walk through our native plant gardens looking for wildflowers.
Geared for ages 9 and up
Members $6 each / $21 family of four Nonmembers $11 each / $36 family of four
No need to preregister
MASKS OPTIONAL INSIDE BUILDING
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Sunday, May 22
1 – 4 pm |
Turtle Derby:
A Run for the Strawberries
Join us for an afternoon of turtle races as we celebrate the opening of our new turtle ponds for the season.
Will the winner be Tobey, the ornate box turtle; Juliette, the box turtle;
or Timber, the wood turtle.
Turtle crafts available
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Free with admission to the Nature Center.
No need to preregister.
MASKS OPTIONAL INSIDE BUILDING
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Nature Center closed Memorial Day- May 30
Trails open dawn to dusk
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| * Family rates apply for two adults and two children (over two years of age) |
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Discovery Day Programs
Registration is open for the upcoming Discovery Days, the Nature Center’s enrichment series for children. Four week programs are offered for pre-schoolers and a parent, for students in kindergarten and kindergarten readiness programs and for elemantary age students. For more details, click here.
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Roaring Brook Nature Center's
SUMMER 2021 Programs
offer your child a unique blend of
education and recreation
that takes advantage of the
curiosity and sense of wonder
that all children feel toward the natural world.
Click here to learn more and to register online
Click here for our
SUMMER PROGRAMS 2021brochure
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The Nature Center can create special programs
for your home school group.
Explore the wonders of our
woods, fields, and stream.
Each class will investigate a different aspect
of a central theme, complete with
hands
-on experiments &
plenty of time outdoors.
Classes comply with
CT State Sceince Standards for
Pre-K to Grade 2
To learn more or to schedule a program,
email us at rbnc@thechildrensmuseumct.org
or
call 860.693.0263
Click here to learn about
Homeschool programs
offered by
The Children's Museum in West Hartford |
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Nature Walks
During July and August, group nature walks may be scheduled by individuals, families or by organized groups on selected weekday afternoons. Walks may be general or may focus on a specific topic of interest.
Call the Nature Center for additional information.
The Werner Woods trails are open year-round for self-guided tours. Trail guide books are available in the Nature Center store for $2.00. |
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Volunteers Needed!
- Volunteers interested in working with the Nature Center's Raptor Care Program (must be over 18 years of age), please call the Center (860) 693-0263. Whatever time you can offer will be appreciated.
For more information on our volunteer needs, click here.
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Birthday Party Opportunities
During the school year, the Nature Center offers birthday parties on Saturdays (morning parties from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, afternoon parties from 1:30-3:30 PM) and on selected weekday afternoons from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
During July and August, the Nature Center will offer birthday parties on selected weekday afternoons from 1:30 – 3:30 PM. (Please note that birthday party availability is subject to the Nature Center’s summer program schedule of classes and public events).
For more information, click here. To make a reservation call the Center at (860) 693-0263. |
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Sunday
before Thanksgiving
Noon - 4:00 pm |
Holiday Craft Fair
CALLING ALL CRAFTERS!
Are you interested in being a part of our Holiday Craft Fair? We welcome vendors who have produced hand-made gifts and/or natural products to sell as 'gifts' during the holiday season.
For an registration form, please contact Margery Winters at mwinters@thechildrensmuseumct.org or 860.693.0263 |
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Scout Programs
Leaders of Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scout Troops, as well as Cub Scout Troops, will find that numerous badge requirements may be fulfilled by a visit to Roaring Brook Nature Center. To learn more, click here. |
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70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT 06019 Phone: 860-693-0263 rbnc@thechildrensmuseumct.org
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