STAFF TRAINING
October 31 and November 1, 2022 OFFICES AND MUSEUM CLOSED.
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STAFF TRAINING
October 31 and November 1, 2022 OFFICES AND MUSEUM CLOSED.
Why Do Wolves Howl? With Erin Josefson
Saturday, November 5, 2022 Why do wolves howl? What messages do they convey? Can they recognize each other with their howling? These are questions that have fueled many studies in the last 50 years and with the advancement of acoustic technology in the 21st century, we finally have some answers. Come hear recordings of one […]
The Power and Beauty of Glaciers with Tom Alena
Saturday, November 5, 2022 So many landscapes that we enjoy have been carved out by ice. Yosemite Valley in California and the Fjords of Iceland are just a couple examples. Connecticut itself is filled with evidence that glaciers once dominated the land. But how do glaciers form and how do they cut and carve through […]
Winter Tales By the Fire: Remembering David K. Leff
Saturday, February 18, 2023 The festivities begin with a road trip to Norfolk, Connecticut’s “Ice Box”. The Lodge at Camp Iwakta is your destination. Afternoon arrival, an outdoor fire, David Leff’s Maple Cocktail, apple cider donuts prepared by Gerri Griswold, and a special roasted venison appetizer prepared by Jody Bronson. A hike through the property […]
Nature’s Nursery Series, Sep. – Dec. 2022
Second Thursday of Every Month (Sep. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8) OCT. 13 SESSION SOLD OUT! 4-5pm Ages 3-6 Years Nature’s Nursery Series Join us on the second Thursday of each month from September – December for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will include a story, […]
“Alumni” Hike Up Bear Mountain – CANCELLED
White Memorial - A.B. Ceder RoomFriday, November 11 (Veteran’s Day) Grades 9-12 “Alumni” Hike up Bear Mountain 9:30am-3:30pm High Schoolers, do you miss the fun you had in summer camp and other kids’ programs at White Memorial? Let’s meet up again for the “ultimate” climb in CT – Bear Mountain in Salisbury! If you are in 9th-12th grade and have […]
Animal Altruism with Erin Josefson
Saturday, November 12, 2022 Are humans the only species capable of being selfless? Is it possible animals are also able to help each other without benefit to themselves? The answer to this is not as obvious as you may think. Explore and enjoy the great debate around whether animals are capable of true altruism. We […]
Babies in Backpacks with Kelly Orr
White Memorial10-11am Ages Newborn to 2 years! Come and explore the great outdoors in a way that your child can get excited about! The third Thursday of every month we will enjoy a hike with your child in a babywearing carrier or follow their pace if they are mobile. There will only be expectations of exploring […]
Thanksgiving
Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25, 2022 OFFICES AND MUSEUM CLOSED