Woodcock Nature Center thinks a good hike should be savored…. and so should a great drink. Why not do both at the same time? Bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind hiking and tasting experience! At secret locations along the Woodcock trails delight your senses with all new craft brews and sweet sips for all […]
Can’t tell your wrens from your warblers? Get hooked on the beauty and excitement of birdwatching with Woodcock Nature Center. Join Woodcock’s own birdwatcher, photographer, and educator Tommy McCarthy out on the trails of Woodcock to explore and discover the peaceful excitement of birdwatching. Settle in after your hike and enjoy a light brunch in […]
This hike starts and ends at the Woodcock Nature Center's Orange Trail Trailhead, located at the end of Gilly Lane, Wilton. Wilton Land Trust's guided hike is in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day! Among birders, this is known as the Global Big Day — a day to get out and see as many bird […]
Enjoy a morning of yoga and more at Woodcock Nature Center! Start off with a light warm-up hike through the trails with Woodcock Executive Director, Lenore Herbst, and then enjoy a yoga class with instructor Molly McLaughlin. Finish the morning off with a relaxing light brunch and mimosas in the picturesque pavilion by a roaring […]
Join Woodcock Nature Center for a free guided hike in honor of CT Trails Day — a two-day event on the first weekend in June every year. Woodcock's Educator and birdwatching enthusiast Tommy McCarthy will lead hikers of all ages and abilities through the varied and picturesque terrain of the Woodcock preserve in honor of […]
All are welcome to swing by for a visit at the Woodcock Nature Center! Check out their indoor animal enclosures and say hello to the fan favorite Woodcock ambassador animal. Plan a longer visit by enjoying the grounds, trails and playground which are open from dawn to dusk daily, free of charge. No reservations necessary, […]
Align body, mind and spirit among the trees at Woodcock Nature Center with yoga instructor Jessica Outlaw. This hatha yoga practice for adults of all levels and abilities will be sure to fully awaken the senses and connect participants more deeply to themselves and the natural world with asanas (postures), proper breathing and deep relaxation. […]
Gather 'round the Woodcock Nature Center fire for some s'mores and a good ol' fashioned family campfire. Enjoy good company in the great outdoors, play on the playground, kick-back... have […]
All are welcome to swing by Woodcock Nature Center for a visit! Check out indoor animal enclosures and say hello to your favorite Woodcock ambassador animal. Plan a longer visit by enjoying the grounds, trails and playground which are open from dawn to dusk, daily, free of charge. No reservations necessary, just come on by!
An enjoyable, relaxed evening of food, live music and more to benefit the nature center’s well-loved programs in environmental education. Held in and around Woodcock’s picturesque candlelit pavilion and pond, a highlight of the evening is carefully prepared fare by local chefs Sarah and Bernard Bouïssou of À Table in Ridgefield. A unique silent auction from September 6-16 includes […]
