Hamden nature events

Nature Art Extravaganza

Saturday, Jun 22 11:00a

Nature is an ideal platform for creativity! See what we can create with materials found in along the trails.

Trolley Excursions

Saturday, May 25 10:30a

It's a journey back in time you will not forget soon! Hear the sounds of steel on steel as you smell the sweet aroma of shoreline salt marsh and view wildlife such as the majestic osprey...

Plein Air Art Workshop

Friday, Jun 21 10:00a

Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby

Begin your summer with a relaxing and fun Plein Air Painting Workshop at the Kellogg Environmental Center with Artist and Professor Karen Bartone, MFA...

Introduction to Hiking in the Giant

Sunday, May 26 1:30p

Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden

Join us on our Introduction to Hiking in the Giant Hike. Learn about the park’s hiking trails, how to navigate in the park, and clothing and equipment that is needed...

Animal Rehabilitation

Sunday, May 26 2:00p

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center, Ansonia

This program will introduce you to the job description of wildlife rehabilitators and what to expect if you become one...

LIVE Animal Demonstration & Feeding

Saturday, May 25 12:30p

Audubon Center at Milford Point, Milford

Meet a new animal each week and steal a peek into their worlds. From snakes and turtles, to insects and amphibians, there is sure to be something for everyone! All ages are welcome...

Fireside Stories with Ranger Russ Miller

Friday, Jun 21 8:00p

Meigs Point Nature Center, Madison

Hear Native American tales & fables by a campfire at the outdoor amphitheater at the Meigs Point Nature Center

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

Saturday, Jun 15 8:00a

Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby

Experience the joy of observing birds in the wild, sharpen your bird identification skills or just enjoy a Saturday morning hike through the grounds of the Kellogg Estate and Osbornedale State Park.

Connecticut Trails Day Beach Walk

Saturday, Jun 1 10:00a

Meigs Point Nature Center, Madison

A plant identification walk along the dunes on the bike path followed by a return walk along the driftline on the beach

CT Trails Day Wildflower Hike

Sunday, Jun 2 3:00p

Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby

Join Kellogg Environmental staff on a walk through fields and around ponds to learn more about the plants and wildflowers found in Connecticut.

Paper Floral Sculptures

Sunday, Jun 2 1:00p

Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby

Rachel Miller, CT artist will display her large three dimensional, paper, floral sculptures. Join us June 2nd to meet the artist and learn about her technique and inspirations.

Full Flower Super Moon Hike

Friday, May 24 8:00p

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center, Ansonia

The moon is closest to the earth today! Join Rangers Martin and Wendy on this night hike under the moon s bright light. This hike is geared for all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult)...

Full Moon Night Hike

Saturday, May 25 8:00p

Webb Mountain Discovery Zone, Monroe

Why do some animals see in the dark better than humans? Why do some animals wake up when the sun goes down? Learn the answers to these questions and more on a night hike at the Discovery Zone...

Insects of the Giant

Sunday, Jun 9 1:30p

Sleeping Giant State Park, Hamden

Join us on our new Insects-of-the-Giant Hike. Learn about the diversity of insects found within various habitats. Major groups of insects will be observed and their natural history explored...