Young children ages 3 - 6 and their parents are invited to join refuge staff as we explore different things about local wildlife and the places they live. Be ready to have fun and be crafty. Bring … [Read more...] about Discovery Hour: Bats
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.
Beaver Moon Celebration Sponsored by the Nolumbecka Project
The Nolumbecka project will be sponsoring a Beaver Moon Gathering from 11 am to 3 pm in the Great Hall. A variety of Native American crafts will be offered for sale. Other events include music by … [Read more...] about Beaver Moon Celebration Sponsored by the Nolumbecka Project
Kidleidoscope: Bats!
A kid-friendly environmental experience for young children, including a story, interactive games, and craft activities to help children explore the natural world. For ages from 3-6 years, accompanied … [Read more...] about Kidleidoscope: Bats!
Canal-Side Nature and History Walk
Meet outside the main entrance at 8:30 am. We will leisurely explore level, paved bike trails to learn about plants, animals, and mill town history. Your interests will determine our focus—perhaps … [Read more...] about Canal-Side Nature and History Walk
Watershed History: The Patch
A small patch of land sits in the middle of the Connecticut River at Turners Falls – sandwiched between the power canal on one side and the largest river in New England on the other. The history of … [Read more...] about Watershed History: The Patch
Watershed Investigators: Build Your Own Water Turbine!
“Watershed Investigators” is a monthly kid-oriented program that focuses on hands-on discovery of local nature. From 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, join refuge staff as we explore different ways to look at the … [Read more...] about Watershed Investigators: Build Your Own Water Turbine!