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Celebrating the year of the bird brings focus
to what we do and why we do it. 2018 is a milestone year marking the 100 year anniversar y of the
Migrator y Bird Treaty Act, a federal law enacted for the protection of migrator y birds. The statute
prohibits hunting, capturing, possessing, selling, purchasing or transpor ting any migrator y bird,
their nests, eggs or feathers. This landmark law acknowledges the collective ecological role of birds
around the globe. Over half of the birds that breed here in CT over winter in Central and South America.
Warblers, tanagers, shorebirds, ospreys and others
work their way Nor th with the spring and enrich the
forest, meadow, coastal habitats and our l ives with
their songs and presence. Our region offers oppor tu-
nities to obser ve birds during migration now, again
in mid-summer through the autumn, as well as the
migrator y breeding birds in June and July. Water fowl
and songbirds that over winter here have flown Nor th
to where they breed. Shorebirds and waders arrive
as our waters warm. By mid-May as insects emerge,
songbirds arrive to take advantage of the bounty.
Much of bird migration happens at night. Guided by constellations, low-frequenc y sound, polar-
ized light and magnetic fields, birds fly in mixed-species flocks to return to their breeding grounds.
The nor thward journey happens urgently with a small window of time to mate and raise young. Birds–
so active, vibrant and vocal, often spark a broader interest in nature. Our passerine (or perching)
migrants eat insects almost exclusively and head South in winter. Without them in our eastern forests,
trees would be devoid of leaves. Our birding trips will witness some of this activity firsthand.
This year also begins data collection for the new CT Bird Atlas. Birders can help in this statewide effor t
to document the abundance, distribution and species of bird populations. DPNC will share information,
training and data collection forms. Our birding trips, volunteer sur vey work and your backyard obser va-
tions will help meet this challenge. This impor tant citizen science project will expand our knowledge of
birdlife and help shape the future of CT’s bird conser vation as well as inform land use decisions.
THE CHICKADEESUMMER 2018
VOL 46 NO.3
NEWSLETTER OF THE DENISON PEQUOTSEPOS NATURE CENTER
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE 2 , SPECIAL EVENTS 3 , DEVELOPMENT NEWS 4 GUIDED WALKS & HIKES 5-6 , BIRDING 7 , CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 8-12GARDENING 13 , COOKING 14 , ADULT PROGRAMS 15 , VOLUNTEER NEWS 16MONTHLY CALENDAR 17-18 , REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION 19
in this ISSUE:
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The Chickadee newsletter is packed with programs,
activities and ways to enjoy nature. It is DPNC’s most
visible and widely- circulated publication and it tells only
par t of the stor y of what we do ever y day– traveling to
schools, sharing information and insights on nature-related
questions and concerns, responding to wildlife emergen-
cies, helping with citizen science projects and maintaining
natural areas and critical habitat. There are many layers of
depth to the Nature Center!
What does DPNC mean to you? Whether you are a
parent, teacher, student, member or visitor, we want you to
share your Nature Center stories and experiences with others
in the community, so we can continue to build awareness
of all that we do. In addition to our public programs, our
educators are bringing science to l ife for all ages 360 days
a year throughout the region in classrooms, l ibraries, senior
centers and at places l ike Bluff Point State Park, beaches,
forests, f ields and ponds. By mid-June, we focus on Summer
Nature Camp with more than 800 children ages 3 - 14 years
in attendance.
Our “Gateway to the Greenway” membership cam-
paign for 2018 is now under way. This expanded greenway
is a system of interconnected trails for walking and biking
maintained for the benefit of the community and made
possible by DPNC, the Avalonia Land Conser vanc y and the
Denison Homestead. It l inks downtown Mystic safely with
residential and commercial areas including the Mystic
Seapor t, Mystic Aquarium and the Denison Farmers’ Market.
We are working together to maintain an intact cultural,
historic, natural landscape for all to enjoy– protected open
spaces and wild places that provide respite from modern life
and enhance the quality of l iving in our community.
Please help us spread the word about the good value of
Nature Center membership ($30 for an individual and $65 for
a family). You can visit our animal ambassadors, pond,
exhibits and surrounding nature sanctuar y as often as you
like year round, and it ’s never the same experience twice!
A membership is a commitment to preser ving nature and
community for future generations.
The John E. Aver y Welcome Center at Coogan Farm is the
main access point to the greenway off Greenmanville Ave.
(Rte 27) and our main facility on Pequotsepos Rd. is the
main entr y from the East. Both areas have ample parking
and restrooms. Runners, walkers and locals know that trails
connect with different neighborhoods and locations around
town. We recently installed a new trail map to help guide
you, which is also available at DPNC locations or online.
Membership makes this greenway possible and suppor ts
ongoing programs about the natural world; habitats where
a diversity of native birds, plants and other wildlife thrive,
as well as a garden where sustainable agriculture techniques
are demonstrated, shared and used to provide fresh produce
to food insecure families in our region.
Other exciting news to share includes a flower
show at Coogan Farm, planned and co-hosted by the
Mystic Garden Club. This and other functions are sched-
uled in the coming months and will bring varied
offerings such as Firefly Friday Nights, Nature Nights Out,
Summer Solstice Eco-Evening on the Farm and even private
par ties. We have installed a permanent fence around the
Giving Garden and created a play area adjacent to the J.X.
Barn encompassing our Kids & Kitchen Garden where kids of
all ages can dig into nature. (This smaller garden supplies
vegetables for cooking classes and children’s snacks.) Our
different venues can accommodate groups large and small,
indoors and out– from the DPNC classroom, treehouse, J.X.
Barn and Aver y Farmhouse to stone foundations, fields and
the Hamm Pavilion. We are ready for our events or yours!
Maggie JonesExecutive Director
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE:WE ARE THE “GATEWAY TO THE GREENWAY”
JUNE IS LEAVE A LEGAC Y MONTH– Thanks to the inspiring members who have joined our Wise Owl Society by making an enduring commitment to DPNC and nature. Learn more about our Wise Owls at a reception on May 16, 2018 at 4:30 PM in the Aver y Farmhouse.
Our spring / summer appeal is under way. Gifts to DPNC make a difference now and for the future of our na tural world and we are most gra teful!
BUTTERFLY EXTRAVAGANZAFAMILIES
Join us for friti l laried fun learning about local
species, making a butter fly craft and par ticipat-
ing in the release of native butter flies.
SATURDAY, JUNE 30: 2 - 3 PM
MEMBERS PER PERSON: $15.30
NONMEMBERS PER PERSON: $18
CHILDREN AGES 2 AND UNDER: FREE
MEETS AT DPNC
SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE NATURE CENTER
FLOWERS AT THE FARM: A Historic HarvestA NATIONAL GARDEN CLUB’S STANDARD FLOWER
SHOW PRESENTED BY THE MYSTIC GARDEN CLUB
AND THE DENISON PEQUOTSEPOS NATURE CENTER
Explore the historic Coogan Farm and enjoy
floral design, hor ticulture, education and
daffodil exhibits created by the Mystic Garden Club
displayed throughout the buildings and land-
scape. Fair y gardens and land ar t created by
children attending DPNC programs will add
interest and enjoyment along the path to the
Giving Garden and nature trails.
FRIDAY, MAY 18: 2 TO 5 PM
SATURDAY, MAY 19: 10 AM - 3 PM
ADULTS: $10 IN ADVANCE, $15 DAY OF EVENT
CHILD* : $5 IN ADVANCE, $8 DAY OF EVENT
*AGES 3 - 12
PRINTMAKING WITH NATURE:An Art ShowADULTS
JUNE 3 THRU JULY 31
Local ar tist John Sargent will showcase relief and
Suminagashi prints in the J. X. Barn for Nature &
the Ar ts at Coogan Farm. Sargent creates nature-
inspired works from textures of wood stumps,
driftwood, plants and floating ink on water. Join
us for an opening reception and meet the ar tist.
A por tion of the sales will be donated to suppor t
the Nature Center.
OPENING RECEPTION
THURSDAY, JUNE 7: 6 - 8 PM
MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS: FREE
SUMMER SOLSTICE ECO-EVENINGON THE FARM
A POLLINATOR’S PART Y
Save the date for a special evening at
Coogan Farm celebrating our varied
and impor tant pollinators.
THURSDAY, JUNE 21: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
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GIFTS TO DPNC MAKE A DIFFERENCE NOW AND FOR THE FUTURE. WE ARE MOST GRATEFUL. BELOW ARE CONTRIBUTIONS OF $200 AND ABOVE BETWEEN DECEMBER 1, 2017 TO MARCH 1, 2018.
Michael Rauh, President of Chelsea Groton Bank, pledges multi-year, foundational suppor t for exhibit renovations at the Nature Center.
DEVELOPMENT NEWS
AnonymousMilton AllenLou and Cynthia AllynJoellen AndersonASA Environmental Products, IncFrances C. AshleyJohn E. Aver yNanc y Aver yGeorge Aver yVictor and Christie BairdDoug and Barbara BarrettAnne Bar tholetDeborah BealJenner BeckChristine BennettLani Bevacqua and Paul BennettVincent and Barbara BernardoThomas and Kathrine BishopElisabeth and Frank BohlenRoger and Ruth BowersJohn and Mar tha BradshawVan Brown and Beth TillmanLuc y BurrHolly Bur tCalvar y ChurchPeter and Deborah CastleDorrit and Thomas CastleKC CrandallHarriet and Tony CraneJohn and Mar y Ann DillonBarbara and Christopher DixonJonathan Duncklee and Emily KukulkaCraig DutcherJudy and John EdgecombPatricia Ellenwood and Nelson YoungEllie Kai, Inc.Antonio and Gretchen FedericiFrederic and Eleanor FischerEmily GallupMarie Claire Ged and Dan MallettBarbara and Marc Ginsberg
Lois and William GlazierRenate and Peter GleysteenJenn GrayWilliam GriffinJoyce Harrison and Paul SwankeLeah Har tmanCharles HattonRichard and Rosalind HinmanThe IDW Media Charitable FoundationIndia HicksDoug and Jennifer JohnsonSusan JohnsonJames and Jennifer KimenkerJack Lear y and Joanne LukaszewiczViola LeonardBruce and Catherine LittmanHenr y LordRober t and Cynthia Mar tinWill and Jeanine MaupinKarin and John McCormickGeorge and Carol MilneAdam and Jennifer MilneGay Myers and Lance MayerDonna and John Paul MoralesMargaret and Michael O’NeillT. Page and Diana OwenLydia Pan and Mark KronenbergJacques and Katherine ParenteauScott Parr y and Priscilla HumphreyBeth Pfeiffer and John FosterJennifer RandeauDavid and Jojo ReindelHans Rollema and Fatima MatosNick and Judy SalernoThomas SargentJane SchaeferMarie ScottSea View Snack BarSilver Mountain Foundation for the Ar tsCathy Smith
Mr. David M. SmithKimberly Hoskins SmithMargaret SorgeErnest and Diane SpiraEileen SpiritoRowland and Carla StebbinsKaren Stone and David SchulzEunice and John SutphenKarin and Peter Stuar tChih-Wu SuEric and Marsha ThompsonTown of StoningtonCindy and Stephen TulkaPatricia and John TurnerDirk and Kelsey VlieksSandra VoogdC Lawson WillardTheresa Wilson and David MooreKathleen Yates and Peter TroopPamela Zagarenski
GRANTORSBodenwein FoundationChelsea Groton FoundationGeneral William Mayer Foundation, Inc.Quebec-Labrador FoundationRamsleg FoundationPfizer Foundation
IN HONOR OFEmma Sutphen
IN MEMORIAMSusan WarrenEmor y K. Bunting
We strive to be accurate in our recognition. This l isting does not include all donations; however, we acknowledge that ever y contribution helps us thrive.
Our tractor “Clara,” gets an equipment upgrade through the generosit y of the General Will iam Mayer Foundation, Inc.
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Point to Point:the Naragansett Trail HikeHike the 10.7 mile Narragansett Trail in two
par ts– point to point. The first section will
be roughly 6.5 miles, star ting on Wintechog
Hill Road in Nor th Stonington, over Lantern
Hill and ending at Wyassup Lake. Par t 2 is 4.5
miles, star ting at the boat launch on Wyassup
Lake to High Ledges and to Bear Cave before
continuing to Route 49. NOTE: Pack a lunch and
water for each day. A vehicle at the end will
shuttle us back to the star ting point.
SATURDAY (PART 1), MAY 5: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
SATURDAY (PART 2), JUNE 2: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
MEMBERS: FREE, NONMEMBERS: $10
MEETS AT WINTECHOG HILL RD
IN NORTH STONINGTON, CT
Elm GroveCemetery WalkElm Grove Cemeter y is a showcase of local histor y
and flowering trees and shrubs. Enjoy a walking
tour of this cultural landmark established in 1853
as a “garden” cemeter y– laid out in the shape of
an elm tree and designed for strolling. NOTE: This
easy walk meets at entrance to Elm Grove.
FRIDAY, MAY 11, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
MEMBERS: FREE, NONMEMBERS: $10
Phenology WalkHave you ever noticed how plants respond to the
changing seasons? Our entire ecosystem relies on
this timing. We’ll walk along and obser ve these
subtle changes.
SATURDAY, MAY 12: 3 - 4 PM
MEMBERS $8.50, NONMEMBERS $10
MEETS AT DPNC
GUIDED WALKS & HIKES
Guided WalksLed by DPNC educators / naturalists. Meet at the
times and locations noted below.
ADULTS & OLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN
MEMBERS: FREE, NONMEMBERS $10
JUNE 16 Barrett Preser ve Walk
9:30 AM - Ledyard (Avalonia Land Trust)
11 AM Diverse forest landscape with
young and old growth.
Moderate
JULY 7 Young Preser ve Walk
9:30 AM - Lyme (Lyme Land Trust)
11 AM Enjoy Mountain Laurel thickets,
wetlands and mature forest.
Moderate
JULY 28 Glacier Park Hike
9:30 AM - Ledyard, (Town of Ledyard)
11 AM Scramble over a tumble of
boulders that are par t of a
glacial moraine.
Moderate with challenging sections
AUGUST 12 Grills Preser ve Walk
10 AM - Bradford, RI ( Westerly Land Trust)
11:30 AM Walk wide and easy paths through
Pitch Pine along the Pawcatuck
River with a climb up Big Hill.
Moderate
AUGUST 19 Patrell Preser ve Walk
2 PM - East Haddam
3:30 AM (Town of East Haddam)
Walk a scenic trail along
the Eightmile River in fields
and wetlands.
Easy
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Lady’s Slippersat the PeaceSanctuaryLady’s slippers are among our most unique wild-
flowers. Learn more about these native orchids,
including their relationship with fungi and
pollinators.
THURSDAY, MAY 24: 3 - 4:30 PM
MEMBERS: $8.50, NONMEMBERS: $10
MEET AT PEACE SANCTUARY ENTRANCE
LOCATED ON RIVER RD IN MYSTIC, CT
Moderate
GUIDED WALKS & HIKES
CT Trails Day HikeCelebrate CT Trails Day at the Coogan Farm as we
explore varied trails and habitats and tour the
Giving Garden and Stillman Foundation along
the way. We’ll also introduce several native birds
of prey.
SUNDAY, JUNE 3: 1 - 3 PM
MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS FREE
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Moderate
Full Moon WalksADULTS & OLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN
Each month we celebrate the full moon with an
evening walk, whether the sky is clear or over-
cast. The transition from day to night can be an
exciting time to tune our sense to nature.
MEMBERS: FREE, NONMEMBERS: $10
MAY 29 Preston Nature Preser ve,
7:45 PM Avalonia Land Conser vanc y
(Preston)
Flower Moon
Moderate
JUNE 28 Coogan Farm (Mystic)
8 PM Strawberr y Moon
Moderate
JULY 27 Stonington Borough (Ston)
8 PM Thunder Moon
Easy
AUGUST 26 Napatree ( Watch Hill, RI)
7:30 PM Sturgeon Moon
Moderate
GungywampMystery HikesGungy wamp is an archaeological site
of distinct natural and cultural fascina-
tion and interest. It has rocky ridges,
glacial erratics and swamps along with
enigmatic stone structures whose use
and origin are open to interpretation.
Walk with us through the woods and
absorb the mysteries of Gungy wamp.
NOTE: This program is suited for adults
and families comfor table walking t wo
miles over uneven terrain. You must be
pre-registered to par ticipate.
SUN, MAY 20: 2 - 4:30 PM
THURS, JUNE 21: 9:30 AM - 12 PM
(SUMMER SOLSTICE)
SUN, JULY 15: 2 - 4:30 PM
SAT, AUGUST 25: 9:30 AM - 12 PM
MEMBERS: $12.75
NONMEMBERS $15
MEETS AT SHEPHERD OF THE SEA CHAPEL
PARKING AREA ON GUNGYWAMP RD, GROTON
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InternationalMigratory Bird Day: Birds of the Shore ProgramFrom sandpipers to oystercatchers, learn identi-
fication tips and natural histor y facts of our local
wading and beach going birds.
SATURDAY, MAY 12: 10:30 AM - 12 PM
MEMBERS: $12.75, NONMEMBERS: $15
MEETS AT DPNC
Spring MigrationBirding trips star t at 7:30 AM, since the early
bird gets the worm, and will end by approxi-
mately 9:30 AM. Birds are most active in the
early morning!
ADULTS & OLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN
MEMBERS: $8.50, NONMEMBERS: $10
MAY 11 Barn Island Wildlife
Management Area (Stonington)
MAY 22 Haley Farm State Park (Groton)
JUNE 5 Walden Preser ve
Nature Conser vanc y (Salem)
Birding Around the Mulberry TreeJoin us for a relaxed morning watching as the
birds come to us. The fruit of the native Red
Mulberr y tree (Morus rubra) attracts a variety of
songbirds and woodpeckers. We’ll enjoy coffee or
tea and light breakfast fare while we watch the
feeding display. We may also take a shor t side -
trip to a beaver marsh to look for nesting herons.
TUESDAY, JUNE 26: 8 - 10 AM
MEMBERS: $10.20, NONMEMBERS: $12
Meets at DPNC at 8 AM
Birding Social with Westerly Land TrustDPNC Executive Director Maggie Jones will lead
one of three different groups to look and listen
for birds in WLT’s woodland, water way and grass-
land preser ves. We’ll meet at Westerly Land Trust
headquar ters splitting into three groups– each
lead by an exper t birder. Groups will meet after
the walks at the Wahaneeta Preser ve to present
and discuss what was found. NOTE: Wear sturdy
shoes and bring binoculars.
SATURDAY, MAY 5: 7:30 AM
MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS: FREE
Meets at 10 High Street in Westerly, RI.
Shorebirds at HarknessBy August, shorebirds have star ted their south-
ward migration. Explore beaches and wetlands
around Harkness State Park to look for waders,
sandpipers, plovers and turnstones.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 8 - 9:30 AM
MEMBERS: $8.50, NONMEMBERS: $10
BIRDING PROGRAMS
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Creative Coogan KidsAGES 3 TO 5 YEARS Adventure awaits your child at Coogan Farm. Each week we will discover something
new as we spend time in the Giving Garden, explore the trails, cook nutritious foods in the Aver y farm-
house and create ar t in the J.X. Barn. THURSDAYS: 1:30 - 3 PM
SESSION DATES: MAY 17, 24, 31, JUNE 7, 14
MEMBERS PER SESSION: $51, NONMEMBERS PER SESSION: $60 MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Summer Eager ExplorersAGES 2 1/2 TO 5 YEARS
Let your l ittle ones explore nature this
summer. Learn about a new nature theme
each week through stories, songs, games, l ive
animals and lots of time outside.
WEDNESDAYS: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
SESSION DATES: JUNE 20, 27, JULY 11, 18, 25
AUGUST 1, 8, 15, 22
MEMBERS PER SESSION: $114.75
NONMEMBERS PER SESSION: $135
MEETS AT DPNC
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMMING
Nature DiscoveryAGES 2 TO 5 YEARS; SPECIAL NEEDS ( WITH CAREGIVER) Children will make discoveries as we
explore seasonal nature topics through activities, meeting live animals, stories, crafts and time
outside. In addition to learning about nature, this class will provide plenty of social time for children and
caregivers. SATURDAYS: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
SESSION DATES: MAY 5, JUNE 9, JULY 14, AUGUST 11
MEMBERS PER CLASS: $10.20, NONMEMBERS PER CLASS: $12 MEETS AT DPNC
HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMMING
Summer ChickadeesAGES 2 TO 5 ( WITH CAREGIVER)
Celebrate summer with your l ittle ones. Live
animals, stories, songs and lots of time outside
bring nature to l ife for you and your child.
MONDAYS: 9:30 - 11 AM
SESSION DATES: JUNE 18, 25, JULY 2, 9, 16
JULY 23, 30 AND AUGUST 6, 13, 20
MEMBERS PER SESSION: $102
NONMEMBERS PER SESSION: $120
MEETS AT DPNC
CRAFTING NATURAL ARTAGES 7 TO 10 YEARS Explore ar t creation in the natural world. Par ticipants will util ize the
environment in creative ways by making land ar t and collecting items from nature to
inspire creativity for nature-related crafts. THURSDAYS: 1 - 3 PM
SESSION DATES: MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, JUNE 7
MEMBERS PER SESSION: $61.20, NONMEMBERS PER SESSION: $72 MEETS AT DPNC
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SUPER SUNDAYS: Creation StationFAMILIES
Spend the morning at Coogan Farm– explore the
trails, enjoy the beauty of the landscape and
stop by the J.X. Barn from 10 AM to 12 PM during
open studio time for families. Naturalists / ar t-
ists will be on hand to provide inspiration. Each
month has a new seasonal theme.
MEMBERS: FREE
NONMEMBERS PER FAMILY: $10
MEETS IN THE J. X. BARN AT COOGAN FARM
MAY 6 Bird Art in Honor of
Int ’l Migrator y Bird Day
JUNE 10 Flower Power
JULY 1 Imaginative Insects
AUGUST 5 Turtles
HOMESCHOOL CLASSES: Nature FocusedAGE GROUPS INCLUDE LITTLE EXPLORERS 4-6, SCIENTISTS 7-9, ECO ENGINEERS 10+
Finish out your homeschool year with nature classes at DPNC. Our science based curriculum explores new
topics each week. Ever y class includes science based lessons and activities, games and plenty of time
outside. Please dress for the weather and bring a snack and water bottle. NOTE: May dates meet at DPNC,
June 5 date meets at Bluff Point State Park. TUESDAYS: 1:30 - 4:30 PM
CLASS DATES: MAY 8, 22, JUNE 5
MUST BE A DPNC MEMBER TO REGISTER: $15 PER CLASS
HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMMING
Family Adventure AfternoonsFAMILIES; AGES 5 TO 15 YEARS
Gather the family for quality time in nature.
Classes meet Thursday from 1 to 3 PM. Please
dress for the activities– pond dipping and sein-
ing. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, but
no fl ip flops. The insect catching class takes place
in a sunny field. Please wear sunscreen.
MEMBERS PER FAMILY PER CLASS: $10.20
NONMEMBERS PER FAMILY PER CLASS: $12
JULY 12 Owl Pellet Dissecting
at the Nature Center (Mystic)
JULY 26 Pond Dipping at
the Nature Center (Mystic)
AUGUST 9 Seining at Bluff Point
State Park (Groton)
AUGUST 23 Insect Catching at
Manatuck Preser ve (Stonington)
FAMILY PROGRAMMING
Star Stories: Perseid Meteor ShowerJoin us for stars and stories as we learn about constellations and look for meteors. Please bring a chair or
blanket to relax and obser ve the night sky. SUNDAY, AUGUST 12: 8 - 10 PM
MEMBERS: $6.80, NON-MEMBERS:$8 MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
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FIREFLY FRIDAYNIGHTSFRIDAY, JULY 6: 7:30 - 9 PM or
FRIDAY, JULY 13: 7:30 - 9 PM
FAMILIES & ADULTS
Want to enjoy nature’s fireworks? We’ll
introduce you to the amazing world of
fireflies as we walk the trails l istening
and looking for the night insects.
MEMBERS PER PERSON: $6.80
NONMEMBERS PER PERSON: $8
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
LADYBUG LUNCHEONSATURDAY, JULY 28: 11 AM - 1 PM
FAMILIES
Put on your favorite polka dots and
join us for a lunch. Learn about one of
our favorite insects and create a lady
bug to bring home. Please pack a pic-
nic lunch. Lemonade provided. Finish
with the fun of releasing over 10,000
ladybugs in our Giving Garden!
MEMBERS PER FAMILY: $ 10.20
NONMEMBERS PER FAMILY: $12
MEETS AT HAMM PAVILION, COOGAN FARM
HorseshoeCrab WalksADULTS & OLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN
During spring and summer, Horseshoe crabs
crawl out of the ocean and onto the beaches of
New England to lay eggs. Join us to obser ve this
natural wonder and learn more these fascinat-
ing “living fossils.” NOTE: Be prepared to walk 2-3
miles on beaches and rocky terrain in the dark and
get wet feet.
FRIDAY, MAY 25: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
MEMBERS: $5.95, NONMEMBERS: $7
MEETS AT BLUFF POINT STATE PARK
and
SATURDAY, JUNE 23: 6 - 9 PM
MEMBERS:$5.95, NONMEMBERS: $7
MEETS AT NAPATREE, WATCH HILL, RI
Family CrabbingFAMILIES; AGES 6 AND OLDER
Join us for an evening of crabbing. Meet at the
bottom of the Peace Sanctuar y driveway on River
Road in Mystic and walk to our secret crabbing
location. There will be a brief intro on basic
crabbing techniques and identification before
we star t. Nets, bait and lines provided. Bring a
flashlight or headlamp. Wear shoes that can get
wet and provide traction on slipper y rocks, no
fl ip flops or crocs. Pre-registration required.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17: 6 - 8 PM
MEMBERS PER PERSON: $8
MEMBERS PER FAMILY: $32
NONMEMBERS PER PERSON: $12
NONMEMBERS PER FAMILY: $48
FAMILY PROGRAMMING
Making Nature PrintsStop by the J.X. Barn during open studio time
for families with local ar tist John Sargent. His
relief prints created from wood grains, plants
and floating ink on water (Suminagashi) will be
on display to ser ve as inspiration for your own
creativity. John will share easy to do techniques
that will show you how to use nature’s materials
to make ar t that you can take home.
SATURDAY, JUNE 23: 2 - 4 PM
MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS: FREE
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Nature AfternoonsAGES 5 TO 12 YEARS
Learn new things about the natural world
through games, meeting live animals, explor-
ing, pond dipping, crafts and more. Please dress
to spend time outside, no fl ip flops or crocs and
bring a water bottle. Join us for one or all.
TUESDAYS: 1 - 3 PM
JULY 17: BULLFROGS
JULY 31: FISH
AUGUST 14: SNAKES
MEMBERS PER CLASS: $12.75
NONMEMBERS PER CLASS: $15
MEETS AT DPNC
Nature Night OutAGES 5 TO 12 YEARS
Ever yone deser ves a night out! Enjoy an
evening out while your kids spend time at the
Nature Center. Each month we’ll explore a new
theme through games, activities, meeting
live animals and a night hike. We’ll have pizza
for dinner and s’mores around the campfire.
NOTE: Please dress for the weather and bring a
flashlight.
SATURDAYS: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
MAY 5: NOC TURNAL ANIMALS
JUNE 9: FABULOUS FOXES
JULY 14: BUSY BEAVERS
AUGUST 11: BATT Y ABOUT BATS
MEMBERS PER CHILD PER CLASS: $25.50
NONMEMBERS PER CHILD PER CLASS: $30
ADDT ’L MEMBER SIBLING* PER CLASS: $12.75
ADDT ’L NONMEMBERS SIBLING* PER CLASS: $15
*Additional siblings must be par t of the original
registration to receive a discount. For online regis-
tration enter the code “sibling.”
MEETS AT DPNC
Fairy Houses:For Flower ShowAGES 5 TO 12 YEARS
Join us to create homes for nature fairies using
natural and rec ycled materials. These creations
will be displayed at the Mystic Garden Club
flower show May 18 - 20 at Coogan Farm.
SATURDAY, MAY 12: 10 AM - 12 PM
MEMBERS: $10.20, NONMEMBERS: $12
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Nature Night Out: For Tweens and TeensAGES 11 TO 14 YEARS
Tweens and teens can enjoy their own Nature
Night Out. We’ll cook dinner, test our night
senses, play games and wrap up the night with a
campfire. NOTE: Please dress for the weather and
bring a flashlight.
SATURDAYS: 5:30 - 9 PM
JUNE 2
AUGUST 18
MEMBERS PER CHILD PER CLASS: $25.50
NONMEMBERS PER CHILD PER CLASS: $30
ADDT ’L MEMBER SIBLING* PER CLASS: $12.75
ADDT ’L NONMEMBERS SIBLING* PER CLASS: $15
*Additional siblings must be par t of the original
registration to receive a discount. For online regis-
tration enter the code “sibling.”
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
DIG INTO NATURE PROGRAMSAGES 5 TO 12 YEARS Thanks to a generous donation from the Bodenwein Foundation , these programs
are offered free of charge to New London County residents. Our goal is to get children outdoors. Each
program topic includes time exploring in nature and relies on the spirit of adventure to guide discover y.
NOTE: Please make sure children are dressed for the weather.
SATURDAYS: 10 AM - 12 PM, MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS: FREE
PLEASE PRE-REGISTER. ALL DIG IN NATURE PROGRAMS MEET AT DPNC.
MAY 26 Flower Power Learn about the amazing powers flowers have as we go
on wildflower hike and “dissect” a flower.
JUNE 16 Turtles are Terrific Meet l ive tur tles and learn about their amazing adaptations.
JULY 21 Hummingbirds the fastest, smallest birds in the world are some of the coolest,
learn more about them and see if you can flap your wings as fast a hummingbird.
AUGUST 18 Buzzing Bees We’ll explore the world of bees and then tr y some local honey.
READY FORSUMMER
NATURE CAMP?AGES 3 TO 15
JUNE 18 - AUGUST 31
Now is the time to sign up for our
nature summer camps and we’ve got you
covered– whether it ’s our Mud Cafe , Ar t
Gone Wild or Yoga in the Forest for the
little ones, we have amazing adventures
planned for all ages to make summer
camp memories.
For more info, visit
dpnc.org/summercamp
NEIGHBORSand NATURE
AGES 5 TO 12
DPNC has par tnered with Precious Memo-
ries Place to provide a secure, comfor table
environment for children, centered around
nature at Coogan Farm. There is time to
relax as we spend time outside through
hikes, for tmaking, ar ts, crafts and creative
play. Make new friends while growing and
exploring together.
During the school year this program runs
ever y day before and afterschool with bus
ser vice to and from Deans Mill School.
NOTE: Healthy snacks and lunch included.
To register or arrange a tour, please contact
Precious Memories Place at 860.415.9744
FULL DAY SUMMER PROGRAM
JUNE 25 - AUGUST 30
MONDAY THRU FRIDAY: 7 AM - 6 PM
SUMMER PRICING: $55 PER DAY
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
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Planting the Spring GardenLearn what plants need for a healthy star t out-
side. From soil additives, proper planting holes,
companion plants and protection from pests to
staking tomato plants, this class will get you and
your garden off to a great star t.
SATURDAY, MAY 12: 1 - 3 PM
MEMBERS $10.20, NONMEMBERS $12
MEETS IN THE GIVING GARDEN AT COOGAN FARM
Feeding the SoilPlants are hungr y, but so is the soil. Learn how
and what amendments to add to boost your
plants’ health and your own health.
SATURDAY, JUNE 16: 1 - 3 PM
MEMBERS $10.20, NONMEMBERS $12
MEETS IN THE GIVING GARDEN AT COOGAN FARM
Harvesting and Planting For FallLearn tips on har vesting different vegetables
and star t to plan the fall / winter garden.
Learn about the amazing amount of produce
you can grow right through the winter and the
impor tance of cover crops. We will also discuss
composting.
SATURDAY, JULY 21: 1 - 3 PM
MEMBERS $10.20, NONMEMBERS $12
MEETS IN THE AVERY FARMHOUSE AT COOGAN FARM
Transitioning Your GardenAugust is the time to get fall / winter plants in the
ground and to plant cover crops to feed microbes
in the soil. Learn how to “flip” a bed so that it is
ready for new plantings. Continued information
about composting will be shared including how
to make compost in the shor test amount of time.
Learn why organic matter is vital to soil health
and to your own health as well.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18: 1 - 3 PM
MEMBERS $10.20, NONMEMBERS $12
MEETS IN THE GIVING GARDEN AT COOGAN FARM
GARDENING: YOUTH & ADULTS
WILD MUSHROOMF E S T I V A L
SEPTEMBER 301 TO 4 PM
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Vegetarian Easy Main DishesADULTS
You don’t need to be a full-time vegetarian to
help the planet. Eating meatless once a week can
have a positive impact on the planet and your
own health. Each month, a different chef will
demonstrate how to make a favored recipe and
help you eat good food with a positive impact.
TUESDAYS: 6 - 7 PM
CLASS DATES: MAY 15, JUNE 12, JULY 10, AUG 7
MEMBERS PER CLASS: $17
NONMEMBERS PER CLASS: $20
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Green Smoothies and Juices withKarma KitchenADULTS & OLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN
Karma Kitchen’s Liz Alina will share tips and
techniques for making healthy and delicious
smoothies and juices from fruit and vegetables.
TUESDAY, JUNE 26: 6 - 7 PM
MEMBERS: $17, NONMEMBERS: $20
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Wild Edibles with Russ CohenADULTS
Learn about wild edibles from an exper t as we
visit different habitats around Coogan Farm.
Cohen wrote Wild Plants I Have Known... and
Eaten and has been teaching about wild edibles
for over 40 years. After the walk, enjoy samples
of delicious wild edibles in the J.X. Barn.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14: 6 - 7:30 PM
MEMBERS: $17, NONMEMBERS: $20
MEETS AT J. X. BARN AT COOGAN FARM
Kombucha 101ADULTS
Have you ever wondered if you could make a
good kombucha at home instead of buying those
expensive brands? If you can brew a cup of tea,
you can ferment your own kombucha. We’ll
discuss kombucha’s histor y and health benefits,
demonstrate the process and answer questions.
Par ticipants will leave with a recipe, jar and
a kombucha star ter– including a SCOBY (the
culture used to ferment the tea) and star ter
l iquid.
MONDAY, MAY 21: 7 - 8 PM
MEMBERS: $21.25, NONMEMBERS: $25
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
From Gardento Kitchen:Kid’s CookingAGES 6 TO 12 YEARS
Each month come explore what’s in season in the
kitchen garden at Coogan Farm and use those
fresh-picked ingredients to cook up something
wonder ful.
MEMBERS PER CLASS: $17
NONMEMBERS PER CLASS: $20
SUNDAY, MAY 6: 2 - 3:30 PM
SUNDAY, JUNE 24: 2 - 3:30 PM
THURSDAY, JULY 19: 2 - 3:30 PM
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16: 2 - 3:30 PM
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
COOKING CLASSES: YOUTH &ADULTS
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ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY: BATSBats are among Connecticut’s most endangered
and misunderstood mammals. Learn about our
local bat species and what you can do to help
them sur vive.
FRIDAY, MAY 18: 6 - 7 PM
MEMBERS:$10.20, NONMEMBERS: $12
MEETS AT DPNC
Ospreys: Belle’s Journey Book Signing with Rob BierregaardOLDER, INTERESTED CHILDREN AND ADULTS
Join us for a special presentation by ornitholo-
gist Rob Bierregaard about ospreys and his new
book Belle’s Journey . Books will be available for
sale and signing. This book tracks the real l ife
stor y of Belle the Osprey from her first endea-
vours into fl ight and fishing. Co-sponsored with
Bank Square Books.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30: 6:30 - 8 PM
MEMBERS: $10.20, NONMEMBERS: $12
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
BASKETS OF BITTERSWEETCreate your own beautiful basket from Oriental
bittersweet and remove invasive species at the
same time. During the first class we’ll collect
vines to star t the base of our basket. During the
next class we’ll complete our baskets. NOTE: Be
prepared to walk around the farm and to work
outside for this class.
TUESDAYS: 6 - 7:30 PM
SESSION DATES: AUGUST 21, 28
MEMBERS: $34, NONMEMBERS: $40
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
Plant SketchingJoin ar tist and DPNC educator Rob Reas to learn
how to capture the essence of botanical subjects
quickly and spontaneously in pencil to create
instant ar twork. This method can be used for
star ting a field sketchbook or as an end in itself.
Other medium techniques may be used to add
color. Basic supplies will be provided; however,
feel free to bring your own supplies. NOTE: All
levels welcome. Please dress to be outside.
THURSDAY, JUNE 14: 6:30-8:30PM
MEMBERS: $17, NONMEMBERS: $20
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
YOGA WITH KEN LAWCelebrate summer with a Forrest Yoga-inspired
workshop led by Ken Law followed by an optional
trail walk and meditation around the landscape
of Coogan Farm. Join us in a sacred space to
breathe, explore and reconnect to your spirit.
SATURDAY, JUNE 23: 12 - 1:30 PM
MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS: $25
MEETS AT COOGAN FARM
ADULT PROGRAMMING
Farmer Craig: Life of A Farmer“This is the single most impor tant thing I’ve done
in my life.” These are the words of Farm Manager
and gardening guru Craig Floyd, who has worked
a farm most of his l ife as did generations of his
family before him. “[The Giving Garden] gives me
the oppor tunity to feed the children and teach
others how to repair the damage we’ve done to
the planet,” says Floyd.
And teach he does. Not only does Farmer Craig
pass on the knowledge of how to amend the soil
to achieve greater production through natural
methods, he believes in providing healthful care
through the food we grow and eat. This year ’s
crop will have increased testing and tagging to
track adjustments and their affects on nutrient
content and yield– the goal being able to pro-
vide even more healthful, organic food to the
food insecure of New London County through the
local United Way mobile food banks.
Farm Manager Craig Floyd contemplates the growing season ahead. Photo cour tesy of local photographer Barr y Watrous.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT & VOLUNTEER NEWS
Volunteer Celebration: Hoot ‘n Holler on the Coogan FarmWe couldn’t do it without you and it ’s time to celebrate! Join us for a
potluck par ty with fellow volunteers, staff and DPNC Trustees at the
Coogan Farm recognizing over 5,500 hours given by our family of
volunteers in areas such as Animal Care, Education, the Giving
Garden, Administration, Special Events and Trails, Building and
Grounds. We want to hoot and holler about the dedication
and suppor t we receive throughout the year and provide
an evening of fellowship, good food and fun. Volunteers
are invited to join us for a bonfire, picnic-style event
featuring games and staff-led hikes around the farm.
NOTE: Please RSVP by July 25 to Chelle Farrand at
[email protected] or 860.415.4859.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10: 5:30 TO 8 PM
RAIN DATE: AUGUST 17
RSVP EVENT; FREE FOR VOLUNTEERS
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MONTHLY PROGRAMS AT-A-GLANCE
VISIT THE JOHN E. AVERYWELCOME CENTER
The Welcome Center at Coogan Farm is your “Gateway to the Greenway!” Pick up a copy of our new
Greenway Map to explore the Nature Center, Denison Homestead and Avalonia Land Conser vanc y
trails. Visit our Nature Store, check out the progress on our timeline exhibit and let your l ittle ones
explore hands- on activities, including building a stone wall, a miniature mansion foundation and
“cooking” food from the farm in Clara’s kitchen.
DATE TIME PROGRAM TITLE CATEGORY PG NO. May 3 1 - 3 PM Crafting Natural Ar t: session begins Early Childhood 8
May 5 7:30 AM Birding Social with Westerly Land Trust Birding 7
May 5 9:30 - 11:30 AM Nature Discover y Early Childhood 8
May 5 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Point to Point: The Naragansett Trail Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 5
May 5 5:30 - 8:30 PM Nature Night Out: Nocturnal Animals Children 11
May 6 10 AM - 12 PM Super Sundays: Creation Station Family 9
May 8 1:30 - 4:30 PM Homeschool Classes Homeschool 9
May 11 7:30 - 9:30 AM Spring Migration: Barn Island Wildlife Mgmt Area Birding 7
May 11 3:30 - 5:30 PM Elm Grove Cemeter y Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
May 12 10 AM - 12 PM Fair y Houses: For Flower Show Children 11
May 12 10:30 AM - 12 PM Int’l Migrator y Bird Day: Birds of the Shore Program Birding 7
May 12 1 - 3 PM Planting the Spring Garden Gardening 13
May 12 3 - 4 PM Phenology Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
May 13 2 - 3:30 PM From the Garden to the Kitchen: Kid’s Cooking Cooking 14
May 15 6 - 7 PM Vegetarian Easy Main Dishes Cooking 14
May 17 1:30 - 3 PM Creative Coogan Kids: session begins Early Childhood 8
May 18 2 - 5 PM Flowers at the Farm: A Historic Har vest Special Events 3
May 18 6 - 7 PM Endangered Species Day: Bats Adult 15
May 19 10 AM - 3 PM Flowers at the Farm: A Historic Har vest Special Events 3
May 20 2 - 4:30 PM Gungy wamp Myster y Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 6
May 21 7 - 8 PM Kombucha 101 Cooking 14
May 22 7:30 - 9:30 AM Spring Migration: Haley Farm State Park Birding 7
May 22 1:30 - 4:30 PM Homeschool Classes Homeschool 9
May 24 3 - 4:30 PM Lady’s Slippers at the Peace Sanctuar y Guided Walks & Hikes 6
May 25 6:30 - 8:30 PM Horseshoe Crab Walk Family 10
May 26 10 AM - 12 PM Dig Into Nature: Flower Power Children 12
May 29 7:45 - 8:45 PM Full Moon Hike: Preston Nature Preser ve Guided Walks & Hikes 6
May 30 6:30 - 8 PM Ospreys: Book Signing with Rob Bierregaard Adult 15
June 2 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Point to Point: The Naragansett Trail Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 5
June 2 5:30 - 9 PM Nature Night Out: For Tweens and Teens Children 11
June 3 1 - 3 PM CT Trails Day Guided Walks & Hikes 6
June 5 7:30 - 9:30 AM Spring Migration: Walden Preser ve Birding 7
June 5 1:30 - 4:30 PM Homeschool Classes Homeschool 9
June 7 6 - 8 PM Printmaking with Nature: An Ar t Show Special Events 3
June 9 9:30 - 11:30 AM Nature Discover y Early Childhood 8
June 9 5:30 - 8:30 PM Nature Night Out: Fabulous Foxes Children 11
June 10 10 AM - 12 PM Super Sundays: Creation Station Family 9
June 12 6 - 7 PM Vegetarian Easy Main Dishes Cooking 14
June 14 6:30 - 8:30 PM Plant Sketching Adult 15
June 16 9:30 - 11 AM Guided Hike: Barrett Preser ve Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
June 16 10 AM - 12 PM Dig Into Nature: Tur tles are Terrific Children 12
June 16 1 - 3 PM Feeding the Soil Gardening 13
MONTHLY PROGRAMS AT-A-GLANCE
DATE TIME PROGRAM TITLE CATEGORY PG NO.June 17 2 - 3:30 PM From the Garden to the Kitchen: Kid’s Cooking Cooking 14
June 18 9:30 - 11 AM Summer Chickadees: session begins Early Childhood 8
June 20 9:30 - 11:30 AM Summer Eager Explorers: session begins Early Childhood 8
June 21 9:30 AM - 12 PM Gungy wamp Myster y Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 6
June 21 5:30 - 7:30 PM Summer Solstice Eco-Evening on the Farm Special Events 3
June 23 12 - 1:30 PM Yoga with Ken Law Adult 15
June 23 2 - 4 PM Making Nature Prints Family 10
June 23 6 - 9 PM Horseshoe Crab Walk Family 10
June 25 7 AM - 6 PM Neighbors and Nature: Full Day sessions begin Children 12
June 26 8 - 10 AM Birding Around the Mulberr y Tree Birding 7
June 26 6 - 7 PM Green Smoothies and Juices with Karma Kitchen Cooking 14
June 28 8 - 9 PM Full Moon Hike: Coogan Farm Guided Walks & Hikes 6
June 30 2 - 3 PM Butter fly Extravaganza Special Events 3
July 1 10 AM - 12 PM Super Sundays: Creation Station Family 9
July 6 7:30 - 9 PM Firefly Friday Nights Family 10
July 7 9:30 - 11 AM Guided Hike: Young Preser ve Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
July 10 6 - 7 PM Vegetarian Easy Main Dishes Cooking 14
July 12 1 - 3 PM Family Adventure Afternoons Family 9
July 13 7:30 - 9 PM Firefly Friday Nights Family 10
July 14 9:30 - 11:30 AM Nature Discover y Early Childhood 8
July 14 5:30 - 8:30 PM Nature Night Out: Busy Beavers Children 11
July 15 2 - 4:30 PM Gungy wamp Myster y Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 6
July 17 1 - 3 PM Nature Afternoons: Bullfrogs Children 11
July 19 2 - 3:30 PM From the Garden to the Kitchen: Kid’s Cooking Cooking 14
July 21 10 AM - 12 PM Dig Into Nature: Hummingbirds Children 12
July 21 1 - 3 PM Har vesting and Planting for Fall Gardening 13
July 26 1 - 3 PM Family Adventure Afternoons Family 9
July 27 8 - 9 PM Full Moon Hike: Stonington Borough Guided Walks & Hikes 6
July 28 9:30 - 11 AM Guided Hike: Glacier Preser ve Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 5
July 28 11 AM - 1 PM Ladybug Luncheon Family 10
July 31 1 - 3 PM Nature Afternoons: Fish Children 11
August 2 9 - 9:30 AM Shorebirds at Harkness Hike Birding 7
August 5 10 AM - 12 PM Super Sundays: Creation Station Family 9
August 7 6 - 7 PM Vegetarian Easy Main Dishes Cooking 14
August 9 1 - 3 PM Family Adventure Afternoons Family 9
August 10 5:30 - 8 PM Volunteer Celebration: Hoot ‘N Holler on Coogan Farm Volunteer News 16
August 11 9:30 - 11:30 AM Nature Discover y Early Childhood 8
August 11 5:30 - 8:30 PM Nature Night Out: Batty About Bats Children 11
August 12 10 - 11:30 AM Guided Hike: Grills Preser ve Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
August 12 8 - 10 PM Star Stories: Perseid Meteor Shower Family 9
August 14 1 - 3 PM Nature Afternoons: Snakes Children 11
August 14 6 - 7:30 PM Wild Edibles with Russ Cohen Cooking 14
August 16 2 - 3:30 PM From the Garden to the Kitchen: Kid’s Cooking Cooking 14
August 17 6 - 8 PM Family Crabbing Family 10
August 18 10 AM - 12 PM Dig Into Nature: Buzzing Bees Children 12
August 18 1 - 3 PM Transitioning Your Garden Gardening 13
August 18 5:30 - 9 PM Nature Night Out: For Tweens and Teens Children 11
August 19 2 - 3:30 PM Guided Hike: Patrell Preser ve Walk Guided Walks & Hikes 5
August 21 6 - 7:30 PM Baskets of Bittersweet: session begins Adult 15
August 23 1 - 3 PM Family Adventure Afternoons Family 9
August 25 9:30 AM - 12 PM Gungy wamp Myster y Hike Guided Walks & Hikes 6
August 26 7:30 - 8:30 PM Full Moon Hike: Napatree Guided Walks & Hikes 6
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MAIN CAMPUS: 109 Pequotsepos Rd | COOGAN FARM: 162 Greenmanville Ave
860.536.1216 [email protected] dpnc.org
Hours of operation for DPNC are year round Monday through S aturday
from 9 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm
THE CHICKADEE newsletter is published three times per year. The Nature Center is a
501(c)(3) organization dedicated to environmental education for all ages. Members of DPNC
receive the newsletter by post in September (Fall / Holiday edition), Januar y ( Winter / Spring
edition) and May (Summer edition). To subscribe, give the gift of membership or make a dona-
tion, please contact us at 860.536.1216. Send address changes to main campus address l isted
above. All materials contained within The Chickadee are ©2018 by the Denison Pequotsepos
Nature Center and contributing ar tists Frances Topping and Barr y Watrous.
REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION POLICY: Pre-registration is strongly
recommended, so that we may best ser ve you. We require pre-registration and pre-payment for most programs
to reser ve space. If DPNC cancels a program, you will receive a full refund. If you withdraw from a program more
than 4 days in advance, you will receive a refund less a 25% administrative fee. Withdrawals within 4 days
of a program are not refundable. Walk-ins should be prepared to pay by check or exact change and may be
turned away if the program is full. DPNC reser ves the right to cancel any program.
CHICKADEE PATRONS help defray costs associated with this publication. Patron donations are $135 per year for individuals and $175 for business sponsors. We are grateful for this valuable suppor t of DPNC.
DPNC NOTES:
CHICKADEE PATRONS:
INDIVIDUALSJohn and Kristin Foster
Mar y and David Dangremond
Jeffrey and Anne Barnhar t
Jonathan Mitchell and Jenny Doak
Jack and Marcia Fix
Betsy Gordon
Gabriel and Denise Asfar
Rebecca Noreen and Jonathan Towne
David M. Smith
Constance and Frederick Glore
John and Kathleen Krause
Raeleen St Pierre and Mark Casati
Russ and Ann Burgess
John and Julia Parr y
Kate Dimancescu
Kimberly Hoskins Smith
Joseph Gilber t and Nanc y Follini
Barbara and William Tufts
Sondra Smith
Ana and Jeffrey Schneider
Frederic and Eleanor Fischer
Joan H. Butler
Rober t and Virginia Montgomer y
Rod and Lucia Johnstone
Andrew Feinstein and
Elizabeth Bochain
Leah Har tman
Gar y and Frankie Bennett
Linda and John Sargent
Jane and Dan Brannegan
BUSINESS SPONSORSFour Paws Veterinar y Ser vices
Anguilla Brook Farm and Gardens
Stonington Natural Health Center
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Three R’s Company
CTM Media Group
Bluebird Day
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