WHITE MEMORIAL CONSERVATION CENTER
Saturday, August 26, 2023 Spend a while exploring this beautiful old growth forest. Untouched for over three centuries, Catlin Woods is the perfect destination to witness the succession of a forest. Besides a canopy composed of grand pines and hemlocks, this area also contains a diversity of ferns, lichens, and fungi. Bird lovers are drawn […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR A POTENTIAL NEW DATE IN THE FUTURE! This very special evening honors Jane Coughlin, beloved thespian, friend, and wife of retired White Memorial Foundation and Conservation Center Executive Director, Keith Cudworth. Jane lost her valiant battle with cancer in March 2023. She was a great supporter […]
First Thursday of the Month (Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7) Ages 3-6 Years Nature’s Nursery Series 4-5pm NOV. 2 SESSION SOLD OUT Join us on the first Thursday of each month from September - December for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will include a story, […]
**CANCELED!**Fall Guys: A Road Trip to Kent Falls, Campbell Falls and Dean Ravine with Gerri Griswold Let’s hit the road today and explore some coveted properties gifted to the State of Connecticut by Alain and May White! We’ll begin early in the day at glorious Kent Falls. We’ll wind along the Housatonic River, drive over […]
Saturday, September 16, 2023 WMCC Environmental Educator Colleen Harrak introduces you to the most popular members of our staff, our Animal Ambassadors! Tippy the American Toad, Sal the Yellow Spotted Salamander, Rocky the Box Turtle, Dottie the Spotted Turtle, Gordon the Eastern Garter Snake, and Ophelia the Barred Owl will all be on hand! Colleen […]
Saturday, September 16, 2023 Join globe-trotting Gerri for a travelogue about her recent journey to India during the famous Desert Festival. The annual event takes place each February in the beautiful desert city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Jaisalmer is also known as “The Golden City”. It stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and is […]
One Thursday Each Month (Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21) Ages Newborn– 2 Years Babies in Backpacks with Kelly Orr 10-11am Come and explore the great outdoors in a way that your young child can get excited about! The Third Thursday per month from September - December, we will enjoy a hike with […]
Saturday, September 30, 2023 WHAT???? Ant Francis is dropping by for dinner tonight???? Put that phone away! You aren’t ordering take-out! The Pantry has your back with a trio of exciting entrees that will have dinner on the table in sixty minutes: Steak Diane, Butternut Squash Ravioli with Creamy Fennel Sauce, and Baked Chicken Fajitas […]
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in October (except the 31st) After-School Adventures – Sponsored by the Torrington Savings Foundation 3:45-5pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property, […]
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October After-School Adventures – Sponsored by the Torrington Savings Foundation 3:45-5pm Bring your kids out to White Memorial for programs designed to awaken curiosity and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Every session brings a new adventure, whether it’s exploring a new part of White Memorial property, meeting a live […]
