Celebrate & Decorate: Nov 30 - Dec 13
Join us for a program after school or on a school break.
Join us for an afterschool program. Prek-8th grade.
Celebrate & Decorate: Nov 30 - Dec 13
Upcoming Programs
Nighttime Wonders - Owl Prowl
Friday, November 6 from 6 - 8 pm
An exciting evening adventure awaits!! We will explore the woods in search of native owls! During our guided hike, we’ll listen for their unique calls—and if we’re lucky, some wild owls may even respond to our recorded ones! To close, we will gather around the campfire for games, s’mores, and cozy fun before heading home.
Registration is required. $45 per child. This program is for grades 5 - 8.
Volunteer Day - Habitat Improvement
Saturday, November 7 from 10:30 am - 1 pm
Looking for a way to give back right here in your community? Pull on those work gloves andbe part of our team for the morning. We'll learn about invasive plants and remove them from the Woodcock property. We'll be improving the habitat on our trails by removing some of our prolific invasives like burning bush. Then we'll plant native shrubs in their place! We will have gloves available to borrow but be sure to dress for the trail with closed toed shoes, long pants, and bring water for yourself!
Registration is free, but required. This program is for adults and teens.
Nature Center Open House
Saturday, November 7 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Saturday, January 9 from 10 am - 12 pm
A Woodcock team member welcomes you to the nature center for a chance to meet and learn about our ambassador animals. The Nature Center building will be open to guests during the dates/hours listed above.
No registration needed. Just come on by!
Surviving Winter as a Turtle - A Guided Hike
Saturday, November 7 from 1 - 2:30 pm
As the cold wind starts to blow, we know that winter will soon be creeping in. Have you ever wondered what happens to reptiles when it snows? What about the insects and amphibians? Join educator Kevin Andros on a guided hike to learn about what goes on beneath the snow during a cold Connecticut winter. A guided hike perfect for the whole family.
Registration is free, but required. This program is for adults and families.
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Owl Prowl at Sarah Bishop Preserve, Ridgefield
Saturday, November 7 from 4:30 - 6 pm
Did you know that there are eight owl species found in Connecticut? Late fall is a great time to look for owls, as the young ones born during the past season disperse, learn to live independently, and establish their own territories. We will delve into the lives of these secretive and beautiful animals by learning about the sounds they make, the habitat they prefer, and the signs they leave behind as they hunt. Bird enthusiast Tommy McCarthy and RCC members welcome you to this evening walk. You are welcome to bring your binoculars to test their low-light performance as well as a light, but neither are required as we'll try to let our eyes adjust for the majority of the walk.
This event is in partnership with the Ridgefield Conservation Commision.
Registration is free, but required. This program is for adults and families.
Discovering Decomposers - A Guided Hike at Harrison-Smith Preserve
Saturday, November 14 from 10:30 am - 12 pm
Fall is the perfect time to be outside exploring! Take in the late autumn scenery while learning about the decomposers that recycle nutrients in our forests! That blanket of leaves that falls to the forest floor doesn't break down by itself - there are a dazzling array of fungi, bacteria, and insects hard at work beyond where our senses are usually focused. We'll look under logs and on the forest floor seeking signs of these decomposers and understand just how important they are to humans and the ecosystems we depend on.
This program is in partnership with the Wilton Land Trust.
Registration is free, but required. This program is for adults and families.
Wreath Festival
Monday, November 30 - Sunday, December 13
Celebrate the season! This popular event pairs decorating a 24" balsam wreath using unique materials while relaxing by a roaring fire among friends. Tickets available for daytime and evening in-person sessions as well as Family Day sessions. Additionally, our crowd favorite to-go decorating kits are availabe for at home decorating.
Registration is required. Ticket prices vary.
Wintertime with Woodcock Turtles
Saturday, January 23 from 10 am - 12 pm
Do you know where all the turtles go in the winter? We'll answer this question and many others! We will meet and learn about some of the beloved resident turtles of Woodcock and make a snuggled up turtle craft at this awesome program!
Registration is required. $45 per child.
This program is for children in grades K - 2.
Woodcock's Winter Glow
Sunday, January 24 between 5 - 8:30 pm
Share the magic of a winter evening in nature with your friends and family as you meander along our self-guided, illuminated trail. Glowing luminaria will guide your way through the serene, moonlit trail, creating a peaceful journey through the winter woods. Enjoy a night of peace and reflection celebrating the beauty of nature under the winter stars. New this year: a 21+ only hour from 7:30-8:30 pm also includes a cozy hot toddy by the fire.
Registration is required. Ticket prices vary.
Pokemon versus Nature
Saturday, January 30 from 1 - 3 pm
Did you know that many Pokémon characters are based on real animals? We'll meet some of Woodcock's teaching animals that were inspiration for some Pokemon and compare them! On a hike we will explore different habitats and the unique animals you might find in each one as well as create our own Pokémon cards based on real animals.
Registration is required. $45 per child.
This program is for children in grades K - 2.
Storytime: On The Trails
Monday, February 1 from 10 - 11 am
Monday, March 1 from 10 - 11 am
There's no better time than fall for Storytime: On the Trails program! Each session, we will enjoy a walk on our trails led by an educator, pointing out the wonders of nature and sharing fascinating facts about the season, before gathering around for a story. The perfect way to connect with nature and your child as autumn is upon us. This program is for ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
Registration is free, but required.
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Little Nature Lovers Valentine's Day Celebration
Friday, February 12 from 10 - 11:30 am
Celebrate this Valentine's Day by sharing some extra love with nature! Join us for a heartfelt outdoor "date" where you and your little one will search for love in nature, create a cozy, heart-warming craft and meet a special animal friend who needs some extra care! It's the perfect, memorable way to celebrate love outdoors. This program is for ages 2-6 with a caregiver.
Registration is required. $30 per child/caregiver.