• Fall Birdwatching at Woodcock

    Woodcock Nature Center 56 Deer Run Rd, Wilton, CT, United States

    Join Woodcock Nature Center staff member and avid birder Tommy McCarthy for a guided birdwatching walk! Fall means birds are migrating back to their southern homes, so species will be stopping here in Connecticut to refuel for the long journey ahead. On this walk we will talk about how birds prepare for migration, learn about […]

    FREE
  • Fall Creature Crawl — RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY, OCT. 22

    Fall Creature Crawl
    Woodcock Nature Center 56 Deer Run Rd, Wilton, CT, United States

    NOTE: This event was rescheduled from Saturday, Oct. 21 to Sunday, Oct. 22. Bring the whole family to meet some of Woodcock Nature Center's resident misunderstood animals that many people have been raised to fear and learn why they are important. Make a recycled bat craft, and enjoy a scavenger hunt on our trails to […]

    $10 – $30
  • Holiday Pop-up Shop and Open House

    Woodcock Nature Center 56 Deer Run Rd, Wilton, CT, United States

    Drop by Woodcock Nature Center on Saturday, December 16 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to finish your holiday shopping, meet our newest staff member, and wish your favorite teaching animal a Happy Holiday. Missed Wreath Fest? Grab one of our very limited quantity to-go kits at a discount or a plain wreath and bow […]

  • CT Humane Society Animal Resource Center Info Session

    Wilton YMCA 404 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT, United States

    A fur-tastic animal resource center is coming to Wilton in 2024, and they want community members to be part of the pack! Join an informal info session on Thursday, February 22, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Riverbrook Regional YMCA to get the inside scoop on this paws-itively heartwarming project. Get the dish on the pet […]

    Free
  • Tales to Tails

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Children who can read independently are invited to read to a Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue (ROAR) therapy dog at Wilton Library. Trained therapy dogs in reading programs can encourage better reading habits. Children feel more comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading. As they improve […]

  • Tales to Tails

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Children who can read independently are invited to read to a Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue (ROAR) therapy dog at Wilton Library. Trained therapy dogs in reading programs can encourage better reading habits. Children feel more comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading. As they improve […]

    Free
  • Tales to Tails

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Children who can read independently are invited to read to a Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue (ROAR) therapy dog at Wilton Library. Trained therapy dogs in reading programs can encourage better reading habits. Children feel more comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading. As they improve […]

    Free
  • Birds & Binoculars: A Birding Expedition — Exploring nature and spotting wildlife

    Schenck's Island: 202 Old Ridgefield Road, #2 202 Old Ridgefield Road, #2, Wilton

    Drizzle or Shine, Rain Date — Saturday, May 25 The birding expedition is led by expert birder, environmentalist, gardener, and Wilton resident Joe Bear. The spring migration bird walk will explore Wilton Land Trust’s Schenck's Island river walk. Together, attendees will explore this birding hot spot that offers diverse habitats, including open fields, woodlands, edges, and […]

  • Turtle Time 2024 A live turtle educational event Co-hosted by TheTurtleRoom and the Wilton Land Trust

    183 Ridgefield Rd. 183 Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT, United States

    The Wilton Land Trust and theTurtleRoom have come together to offer another educational opportunity for kids, adults, and families to experience and learn more about turtles and tortoises. Rain Date — June 9 At this 90 minute event, participants will have the chance to see rare Turtles and Tortoises and learn more about their conservation […]

    Free
  • Therapy Dog Visit

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Finishing the school year can be stressful! Relax by meeting therapy dogs from ROAR in the Teen Room at Wilton Library. The library asks that everyone takes turns so as […]

    Free