Swing by Woodcock Nature Center for a visit! Check out the new indoor animal enclosures and say hello to your favorite Woodcock ambassador animal. No reservations are necessary, just come on by! Plan a longer visit by enjoying our grounds, trails and playground which are open from dawn to dusk daily free of charge. Nature […]
Swing by Woodcock Nature Center for a visit! Check out the new indoor animal enclosures and say hello to your favorite Woodcock ambassador animal. No reservations are necessary, just come on by! Plan a longer visit by enjoying our grounds, trails and playground which are open from dawn to dusk daily free of charge. Nature […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, and Wilton resident Joe Bear in search of birds making a migration stopover at Allen’s Meadow on their way south to their wintering grounds, some as far as the pampas grasslands of South America. Check out the native bluestem meadow, woodlands, field edges, pond, and of course the community gardens which […]
The birding expedition is led by expert birder, environmentalist, gardener, and Wilton resident Joe Bear. Our fall migration bird walk will explore Wilton Land Trust’s Schenck's Island river walk. Together, we will explore this birding hot spot that offers diverse habitats, including open fields, woodlands, edges, and swamps. Rain or shine, Joe will lead us […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, and Wilton resident Joe Bear in search of birds making a migration stopover at Allen’s Meadow on their way south to their wintering grounds, some as far as the pampas grasslands of South America. Check out the native bluestem meadow, woodlands, field edges, pond, and of course the community gardens which […]
Parade and Party with Wilton Pride on the NRVT! Pre-party: Meet at the trail head on Rt. 7 at Wolfpit Road, across from the commuter parking lot in Wilton. We'll have a table to check-in and fun things to get you into the parade spirit, including a photo booth full with props and swag. While […]
Take a break from the stress of work or school and explore the natural world around you. Learn about Wilton's environment by walking through it with staff naturalists. Brought to you by The Wilton Land Trust and the Woodcock Nature Center. As partners, they provide opportunities for families to get out and explore the outdoors. […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, and Wilton resident Joe Bear in search of birds making a migration stopover at Allen’s Meadow on their way south to their wintering grounds, some as far as the pampas grasslands of South America. Check out the native bluestem meadow, woodlands, field edges, pond, and of course the community gardens which […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, and Wilton resident Joe Bear in search of birds making a migration stopover at Allen’s Meadow on their way south to their wintering grounds, some as far as the pampas grasslands of South America. Check out the native bluestem meadow, woodlands, field edges, pond, and of course the community gardens which […]
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 […]
Join Woodcock Nature Center educator Tommy McCarthy for an after-dark walk on the trails of Woodcock to learn about and listen for some of the eight owl species which can be found in our state. Late fall is a great time to look for owls, as the young ones born during the past season disperse, […]
Join Woodcock Nature Center educator Tommy McCarthy for a brief walk followed by a mini brush lettering calligraphy workshop! On the walk, participants will learn to practice mindfulness while out in nature, taking in the beautiful sights and sounds around us. Afterwards we will learn to write one word in calligraphy with a brush pen, creating […]
