Spring

Hike & Seek: The Blooming Woods Walk

Celebrate spring along the Garden-to-Garden Trail at Long Hill, where woodland paths connect blooming gardens and invite you to explore with our self-guided activity bundle. During April Vacation Week, families are invited to get outside and explore flowers emerging from the forest floor, discover signs of new life, and follow… Read More

Frog in Water

Vernal Pool Explorer Hike at Copicut Woods

What’s a vernal pool? During this family-friendly hike, you’ll learn about these ephemeral wonders and investigate how nature changes in the spring season. Vernal pool hikes are extra special at Copicut Woods, where you can look and listen for woodpeckers at field edges and warblers in the thickets. You’ll also… Read More

Night Owl

Creatures of the Night Hike at World's End

Join us for a magical Creatures of the Night Hike as we explore the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! Under the glow of the stars, we’ll discover how mammals, owls, frogs, and more survive so well at nighttime. As we wander the trails, we’ll talk about the unique adaptations that… Read More

Mushrooms

Landmarks & Landscapes: Guided Mushroom Foraging

Now you see them and then you don’t! Have you ever wondered about the wild mushrooms you see in nature? At this fun and educational outdoor event, we’ll review several methods beginners can use to identify and group similar fungi together, tips and tricks for locating mushrooms in seemingly… Read More

Frog in Water

Vernal Pool Explorer Hike at Copicut Woods

What’s a vernal pool? During this family-friendly hike, you’ll learn about these ephemeral wonders and investigate how nature changes in the spring season. Vernal pool hikes are extra special at Copicut Woods, where you can look and listen for woodpeckers at field edges and warblers in the thickets. You’ll also… Read More