This program is a two week (8/14 and 8/21) nature investigation for children ages 8-11. Each week, there will be hands-on explorations, games, and activities that will allow children to actively learn … [Read more...] about Junior Refuge Explorers
Events Archive
This is a collection of events that were offered at the Discovery Center from 2013 to 2022, before the launch of our new website.
Junior Refuge Explorers
This program is a two week (8/14 and 8/21) nature investigation for children ages 8-11. Each week, there will be hands-on explorations, games, and activities that will allow children to actively learn … [Read more...] about Junior Refuge Explorers
Watershed Poets – Exploring obsessions along the Connecticut River
Watershed Poets Take a literary look at the Connecticut River watershed. Join DCR Park Interpreter and poet Janel Nockleby as we observe our neighbor plants and animals through the eyes of poets who … [Read more...] about Watershed Poets – Exploring obsessions along the Connecticut River
Watershed Wonders: Dinosaurs
Watershed Wonders: Dinosaurs A story hour with crafts and activities focusing on the many wonders of life in the Connecticut River watershed. For ages 6 – 8, with a parent or guardian. What can we … [Read more...] about Watershed Wonders: Dinosaurs
Nature Journaling
Nature Journaling Explore the natural world through careful observation and language play to wake up all of your senses! Through writing, drawing prompts, and short walks you will have an opportunity … [Read more...] about Nature Journaling
Canal-side Nature Walk
Meet outside the main entrance to the Discovery Center at 8:30 a.m. All ages are welcome. We will leisurely explore level, accessible, and paved bike trails and village sidewalks to learn about … [Read more...] about Canal-side Nature Walk
