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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join in officially welcoming Cheyenne the Red-Tailed Hawk to Woodcock Nature Center! Cheyenne will be joined by fellow teaching animals who also recently came to call Woodcock home, such as Rosa the Redknee Tarantula and Uno the Wood Turtle. Enjoy bird-themed nature activities, animal meet-and-greets, and a special introduction to Cheyenne at 3 p.m. The nature […]
Join the Woodcock Nature Center team for some much needed "Spring Cleaning"! Volunteers will be outside helping tidy up the main grounds for spring programming by spreading wood chips, raking leaves, clearing branches and more. All work will be manual and done outside. Please dress accordingly. Ages 10+. Visit online to register find more information […]
Ever seen some strange-looking tracks in the snow or mud and wondered what left them? On this casual excursion through the woods at Woodcock Nature Center, learn to identify tracks and signs of different mammals that live around the trails! Very few mammals in Connecticut are true hibernators — while some slow down and take […]
On Saturday, Jan. 27, between 10 a.m.-12 p.m., drop by Woodcock Nature Center to meet fellow volunteers, learn about volunteering this year, and celebrate all the wonderful Woodcock helpers. We'll have some snacks and drinks available, music going and the fire roaring! Join us. Special thanks to Queen B Coffee in Ridgefield who will provide […]
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 […]
Enjoy festive wreath decorating with the whole family! You choose your 24” balsam wreath and we’ll provide some fun, kid-friendly decorating materials, music and a festive atmosphere. Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck will be onsite for all your beverage needs throughout the day. And, stay tuned for some additional outdoor activities and food to enjoy if […]
