Place: Gillette Castle, Ferry Rd, Lyme CT Contact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com Presenter: Tori Harris Meet at the Hadlyme Ferry Parking lot on Ferry Rd, Lyme (not Old Lyme) We will begin the walk along the CT River. There is a gentle inclined pathway to get up to the Castle to see the beautiful view. We may …
Join Ann Courcy from the Steward Outdoor Day School in this fun and hands-on STEAM experience. Children ages 5-10 will learn all about dragonflies and create a detailed drawing. Registration required on the event website https://www.lymepl.org/event/childrens-dragonfly-investigation-with-ann-courcy-of-the-steward-outdoor-day-school/
Organization: Eightmile River Watershed Bring a chair or blanket and explore the world of raptors with Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilition! Learn about adaptions and challenges facing birds of prey and observe rehabilitated birds in a structured setting. We meet near the covered bridge -- keep an eye out for Eightmile River Watershed signs! All programs …
Mystic Aquarium Presents Sharks! July 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sharks are in trouble. Of the roughly 375 shark species, 66 are threatened or endangered, mostly due to overhunting and the effects of pollution. In this presentation guests will learn about the fascinating shark species, the challenges they must overcome for survival, and …
Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts, but the library will have some available …
Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts, but the library will have some available …
The 486 acres of the Upper Moodus Reservoir are ideal for watching the moonrise on a clear, summer night. We will launch at 7:30 pm from the Upper Moodus Reservoir boat launch on Launching Area Road. Moonrise that night begins at about 8:30 pm. Please dress for the temperature and consider having insect repellent. Water, …
Susie Maguire aka the Poop Lady will bring the Poop Museum to the East Haddam Historical Society Museum. She covers the serious science of poop and pooping and it is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop. During the program she covers many kinds of animal and insect poops …
Walk the Airline Trail, Rt.85, Amston. Join the Salem Senior Striders on the second Wednesday of the month for about a 3 mile hike. Hikes start at 10:00 AM on the second Wednesday of the month. Suggestions: Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes along with socks. Bring; water, snacks, insect repellent, sun screen, and a …
Ranger Russ’s Special Friends - An introduction to snakes and turtles in a very comfortable way. Dispels myths and helps children to understand and not fear these unique animals. Meigs Point Nature Center will bring live animals to the museum. Sponsored by the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Watershed.
Work will involve cutting of Tree of Heaven saplings in the meadows at Mangano-Mazzella Farm Preserve. Park at the Saunders Preserve on Honey Hill Road. Arrive at 9:15 am for coffee and donuts.