Vacation Discovery Days
The Nature Center offers special seasonal programs during the December, February and April school vacations for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5.
Programs are held on selected weekdays from 9 am to noon.
To learn more, call the Nature Center at (860) 693-0263.
Required Forms:
Medication Administration Form
Submit forms to:
Email: RBNC@thechildrensmuseumct.org or Mail: 70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT 06019
All forms are due two (2) weeks prior to the start of class. If you register two weeks or less prior to the start of class, forms are due immediately at the time of registration. We are not able to process forms over the weekend.
Winter Wonderers
February 16 & 17, 2026 from 9 AM to Noon
Let’s go walking in a winter wonderland with Winter Wonderers! Explore the science of snow and ice. If the weather conditions permit, participants will get a taste of a sweet New England tradition—maple sugaring!
Each day will be full of exploration and winter adventure with hands-on activities, guided hikes, and more!
Pricing: $50 Members/day or $100 for both days
$60 Non-members/day or $120 for both days
*Single-day registration is available
Pre-registration is required.
Spring Fever
April 13 through April 17, 2026 from 9 AM to Noon
How do animals know it’s spring? Come discover the signs of the season during a week of fun-filled mornings exploring the forest, field, & pond. From budding trees to frog eggs, we’ll search for the plants and animals that tell us spring has begun.
Each day will include hikes, a spring craft, animal encounters, and more!
Pricing: $270 Members
$315 Non-members
Pre-registration is required.