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SUMMARY:Moonlight Paddle with Kelly Orr
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 27\, 2026 \nWhat better way to end a day than by launching your boat on the Bantam River and communing with Nature\, like-minded friends\, and the setting sun! Join Kelly Orr for a trip up or down the river. Water level will dictate in what direction we go! Be on the lookout for herons\, beavers\, snapping turtles\, and more! Limited to 15 boats. Meet at the boat launch on Whites Woods Road. 7:00 p.m.. The paddle begins promptly at 7:15 p.m..  You must bring your own boat! \nMembers: $5.00\, Non-Members: $10.00. Pre-registration is required: Moonlight Paddle Registration \n(moonrise is at 7:02 PM)
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/moonlight-paddle-with-kelly-orr/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T170000
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SUMMARY:Children's Free Week in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:June 29 – July 5\, 2026 \nIn Honor of Louise W. Willson. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/museum-children-free-week-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T073000
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SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 3\, 2026 \nOffices closed \nMUSEUM OPEN 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/independence-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T150928Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Trekking with Kelly Orr: Pine Island
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 3\, 2026 \nJoin Kelly Orr to experience the outside world at a child’s pace! You and your child will explore each new bud and flower\, climb each rock and log\, and probably get a little dirty in the process!  This program is geared towards children ages newborn-5 years old and will encourage them to get hands on in the outdoors.  Dress for the weather\, we will go rain or shine!  Extreme weather cancels\, registered participants will be emailed 24 hours in advance to notify of a change. 9:00 a.m.\, Meet in the Pine Island Parking Lot\, 122 Whites Woods Road (just north of the main parking lot to the Boardwalk.) \nPlease pre-register: Tiny Trekking Pine Island Registration \nThe program is FREE! Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. \n  \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/tiny-trekking-with-kelly-orr/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20230504T165845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T151106Z
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SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 4\, 2026 \nOFFICES AND MUSEUM CLOSED
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/independence-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260416T151448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T151514Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Free Week in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:July 6 – 12\, 2026 \nIn Honor of Louise W. Willson. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/childrens-free-week-in-the-museum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182043Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Nature Camp\, Grades 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Nature Camp\nJuly 6-10 OR July 13-17 (July 20-24 is SOLD OUT)\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm\nFor Kids Entering Grades 1 & 2\n(no exceptions to grade level please) \nKids can join us for one week of outdoor discovery\, games\, books\, songs\, and crafts that help them learn more about the natural world around them. Our “homebase” is the beautiful\, rustic Mott-Van Winkle Classroom in White Memorial’s Main Area. We also take the kids hiking and exploring on our surrounding trails. \nMeet on the Ceder Room lawn in the Main Area. Drop-off program. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $150\, Non-members: $210. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nREGISTER HERE: https://pci.jotform.com/250505654112144/prefill/67e6aa4d6266390eaf2acd616ecf \nRegistration opens at 9am on April 1 for members and April 15 for non-members. The link will not work until 9am on April 1.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/discovery-nature-camp-grades-1-2-2/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T005205Z
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SUMMARY:Exploration Nature Camp\, Grades 3 & 4 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Nature Camp\nEntering Grades 3 & 4: July 6-10 OR July 13-17\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm \nKids entering grades 3 & 4 can join us for a week-long session that immerses them in nature! All-day adventures will take us not only to unique parts of White Memorial property\, but also offsite to natural areas throughout northwestern CT! Activities include hiking trails\, climbing mountains\, learning to identify wildlife\, collecting rocks\, investigating aquatic life\, exploring different ecosystems\, and more. \nMeet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Drop-off program. We cannot make exceptions to the stated age range. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $180\, Non-members: $240. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nThis camp is SOLD OUT. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/exploration-nature-camp-grades-3-4-sold-out-copy-2-2/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
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SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260416T152804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143402Z
UID:10002086-1783612800-1783616400@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Happy Hour Hiking Club with Kelly Orr
DESCRIPTION:July 9\, 2026 \nSummer is upon us! Maintain a monthly resolution to keep your body moving! Skip that Happy Hour cocktail and calorie-laden appetizer and take a walk with Kelly! It may be rainy. It will be buggy…but you can do it! Each one-hour walk will cover a different trail on the property. You’ll receive recipes for healthful meals to help keep you on track. Dress for the weather. Bring water and bug spray! 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Meet in the Museum. Please pre-register : Happy Hour Registration \nFREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. \n  \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/happy-hour-hiking-club-2-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
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SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260416T153347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143726Z
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SUMMARY:Things That Go Bump in the Night
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 10\, 2026 \nJoin Kelly Orr for a night walk. Learn to identify those insect\, owl\, and frog voices that lend such beautiful ambience to a summer evening. Watch for beavers at Little Left and LISTEN to bats (with a sonar detector of course!) If our timing is right\, the forest should be twinkling with fireflies! 8:00 P.M.\, Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room\, Bring your little voices (meaning shhhhhhhhhhhhh!) The hike is FREE but you must pre-register : Things That Go Bump Registration \nDonations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/things-that-go-bump-in-the-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20240510T164158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T182601Z
UID:10001757-1783794600-1783801800@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:The Grantville Dawgs in Concert!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 \nBack for their third visit to the Activity Shed! Get your dancing shoes ready for an evening of classic oldies from Paul Simon to  K C and the Sunshine Band\, Joan Jett\, Bachman Turner Overdrive\, Bill Withers\, and more! The Grantville Dawgs are a group of friends (Dawgs) that enjoy playing and singing rock and popular music from the 60`s\, 70`s and later.  The band hails from the Grantville section of Norfolk and have been heard playing at The Riverton Fair\, White Memorial\, and other venues throughout northwestern Connecticut. Get ready to raise the roof!  Bring a picnic and BYOB! The perfect summertime evening awaits you! \n6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\, Activity Shed. All tickets: $10.00 \nPre-registration is required: Grantville Dawgs Registration \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/the-grantville-dawgs-in-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T190822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182043Z
UID:10002171-1783935000-1784302200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Nature Camp\, Grades 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Nature Camp\nJuly 6-10 OR July 13-17 (July 20-24 is SOLD OUT)\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm\nFor Kids Entering Grades 1 & 2\n(no exceptions to grade level please) \nKids can join us for one week of outdoor discovery\, games\, books\, songs\, and crafts that help them learn more about the natural world around them. Our “homebase” is the beautiful\, rustic Mott-Van Winkle Classroom in White Memorial’s Main Area. We also take the kids hiking and exploring on our surrounding trails. \nMeet on the Ceder Room lawn in the Main Area. Drop-off program. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $150\, Non-members: $210. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nREGISTER HERE: https://pci.jotform.com/250505654112144/prefill/67e6aa4d6266390eaf2acd616ecf \nRegistration opens at 9am on April 1 for members and April 15 for non-members. The link will not work until 9am on April 1.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/discovery-nature-camp-grades-1-2-2/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T193810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T005205Z
UID:10002188-1783935000-1784302200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Nature Camp\, Grades 3 & 4 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Nature Camp\nEntering Grades 3 & 4: July 6-10 OR July 13-17\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm \nKids entering grades 3 & 4 can join us for a week-long session that immerses them in nature! All-day adventures will take us not only to unique parts of White Memorial property\, but also offsite to natural areas throughout northwestern CT! Activities include hiking trails\, climbing mountains\, learning to identify wildlife\, collecting rocks\, investigating aquatic life\, exploring different ecosystems\, and more. \nMeet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Drop-off program. We cannot make exceptions to the stated age range. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $180\, Non-members: $240. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nThis camp is SOLD OUT. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/exploration-nature-camp-grades-3-4-sold-out-copy-2-2/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
UID:10002200-1784107800-1784113200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
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SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20220225T192751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T172731Z
UID:10000118-1784318400-1784323800@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:STAR PARTY!
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 17\, 2026 \nMembers of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society organize this astronomy program. Weather permitting; there will be star gazing after the program. 8:00 P.M.\, A.B. Ceder Room. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. You are invited to bring your own telescope or binoculars. FREE… Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/star-party-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260416T154815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154815Z
UID:10002250-1784383200-1784388600@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:AMERICA’S 250th in LITCHFIELD: Whitehall Then and Now with Gerri Griswold
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 18\, 2026 \nOur celebration of America’s 250th  continues with this stunning presentation about Whitehall during the time our Founders\, Alain and May White lived here\, but also the beautiful legacy they left for all of us to enjoy. You’ll see old photos of the Whites and their grand way of living\, and learn much about the conservation efforts they pursued making them two of the greatest conservationists in the United States. Whitehall Then and Now features glorious photographs of plant and animal life on the property taken by people like you! Come celebrate this beautiful gift! 2:00 p.m.\, A. B. Ceder Room. \nPlease pre-register: Whitehall Then and Now Registration \nFREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/americas-250th-in-litchfield-whitehall-then-and-now-with-gerri-griswold/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20220525T165350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T155103Z
UID:10000147-1784538000-1785085200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Free Week in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:July 20 – 26\, 2026 \nIn Memory of John Howard from his Family and Friends. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/museum-children-free-week-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164523
CREATED:20260128T190822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182043Z
UID:10002172-1784539800-1784907000@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Nature Camp\, Grades 1 & 2
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Nature Camp\nJuly 6-10 OR July 13-17 (July 20-24 is SOLD OUT)\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm\nFor Kids Entering Grades 1 & 2\n(no exceptions to grade level please) \nKids can join us for one week of outdoor discovery\, games\, books\, songs\, and crafts that help them learn more about the natural world around them. Our “homebase” is the beautiful\, rustic Mott-Van Winkle Classroom in White Memorial’s Main Area. We also take the kids hiking and exploring on our surrounding trails. \nMeet on the Ceder Room lawn in the Main Area. Drop-off program. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $150\, Non-members: $210. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nREGISTER HERE: https://pci.jotform.com/250505654112144/prefill/67e6aa4d6266390eaf2acd616ecf \nRegistration opens at 9am on April 1 for members and April 15 for non-members. The link will not work until 9am on April 1.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/discovery-nature-camp-grades-1-2-2/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260128T204825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T005112Z
UID:10002191-1784539800-1784907000@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Nature Camp\, Grades 5 & 6 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Nature Camp\nEntering Grades 5 & 6: July 20-24 OR July 27-31\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm \nKids entering grades 5 & 6 can join us for a week-long session that immerses them in nature! All-day adventures will take us not only to unique parts of White Memorial property\, but also offsite to natural areas throughout northwestern CT! Activities include hiking trails\, climbing mountains\, learning to identify wildlife\, collecting rocks\, investigating aquatic life\, exploring different ecosystems\, and more. \nMeet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Drop-off program. We cannot make exceptions to the stated age range. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $180\, Non-members: $240. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nThis camp is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org to be put on a waiting list for either week.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/exploration-nature-camp-grades-5-6/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
UID:10002202-1784712600-1784718000@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260128T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T005409Z
UID:10002203-1784885400-1784890800@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Wonder Nature Camp\, Ages 4 & 5 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder Nature Camp\nWeek 1 – Wednesday\, July 8 and Friday\, July 10\nWeek 2 – Wednesday\, July 15 and Friday\, July 17\nWeek 3 – Wednesday\, July 22 and Friday\, July 24\n9:30-11:00 am each session\nFor Ages 4 & 5\n(no exceptions to the age range\, please) \nNEW FORMAT! This class for 4 & 5 year-olds will meet twice a week during the first three full weeks of July. You will sign up by week\, with each week being comprised of one Wednesday session and one Friday session\, from 9:30-11:00am. Feel free to register your child for one\, two\, or all 3 weeks (totaling 6 sessions). Every session will feature nature-based activities appropriate for preschoolers\, such as stories\, hands-on play\, and outdoor hikes and adventures. \nMeet in the Nature Museum Children’s Corner. This is designed to be a drop-off program. However\, if parents/grandparents would like to stay\, please let us know in advance. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Please visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Members: $30/week\, Non-members: $50/week. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nYou must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 48 hours in advance of the program you booked. \nThis program is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would like to be put on a waiting list. 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/wonder-nature-camp-ages-4-5/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20220525T170859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T155619Z
UID:10000149-1785006000-1785013200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:The 16th Annual Celebration for the Bats!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 \nHelp Gerri Griswold celebrate over three decades crusading for Bats\, our planet’s most extraordinary creature! Our festivities begin with bat-themed cupcakes and lemonade in the Activity Shed and a bat chat with Gerri Griswold in the A. B. Ceder Room. Learn about our BAT’S COUNT! Bat Cam project in partnership with the CT DEEP! Then\, as darkness sets in\, we’ll count our bat colony as it emerges from the Green Barn! There will be music too because our bats deserve to be serenaded! 7:00 p.m. FREE but you MUST pre-register  here:  Celebration for the Bats Registration \nA suggested donation of $5.00 per person would be greatly appreciated to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. \n 
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/the-13th-annual-celebration/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260128T204825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T005112Z
UID:10002192-1785144600-1785511800@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Nature Camp\, Grades 5 & 6 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Nature Camp\nEntering Grades 5 & 6: July 20-24 OR July 27-31\nDue to this camp’s popularity and limited space\, each child can only attend ONE week of camp.\n9:30am – 3:30pm \nKids entering grades 5 & 6 can join us for a week-long session that immerses them in nature! All-day adventures will take us not only to unique parts of White Memorial property\, but also offsite to natural areas throughout northwestern CT! Activities include hiking trails\, climbing mountains\, learning to identify wildlife\, collecting rocks\, investigating aquatic life\, exploring different ecosystems\, and more. \nMeet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Drop-off program. We cannot make exceptions to the stated age range. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $180\, Non-members: $240. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nThis camp is now sold out. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org to be put on a waiting list for either week.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/exploration-nature-camp-grades-5-6/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260416T160039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160039Z
UID:10002251-1785578400-1785589200@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Ron & Joan Jones Memorial Hikes: Summer Saunter to Wheeler Hill & Old Camp Townshend
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1\, 2026 \nPack up some water\, a hiking stick\, and bug spray and put on your favorite clamdiggers! Gerri Griswold leads a pleasant saunter up Wheeler Hill (behind the Campground Store) then over to the lovely trails of Old Camp Townshend along the shores of Bantam Lake. Townshend opened in 1940. By the end of the decade over 700 Girl Scouts visited the property. In its hay day\, the camp could house 100 campers and 28 staff members for each two-week session! 10:00 a.m.\, Meet at The Campground Store\, 123 Northshore Road\, Bantam\, CT. The hike is limited to 20 guests. Please pre-register: Wheeler Hill & Camp Townshend Hike \nFREE…donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/ron-joan-jones-memorial-hikes-summer-saunter-to-wheeler-hill-old-camp-townshend/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20250411T200235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T160547Z
UID:10001987-1785747600-1786294800@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Free Week in the Museum
DESCRIPTION:August 3 – 9\, 2026 \nIn Memory and Honor of Louise and Gordon Loery \nFree admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/museum-children-free-week-23/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260128T192849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T031952Z
UID:10002185-1785749400-1786116600@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Exploration Nature Camp\, Grades 7\, 8\, & 9
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Nature Camp\nEntering Grades 7-9: August 3-7\n9:30am – 3:30pm \nKids entering grades 7-9 can join us for a week-long session that immerses them in nature! All-day adventures will take us not only to unique parts of White Memorial property\, but also offsite to natural areas throughout northwestern CT! Activities include hiking trails\, climbing mountains\, learning to identify wildlife\, collecting rocks\, investigating aquatic life\, exploring different ecosystems\, and more. \nMeet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Drop-off program. We cannot make exceptions to the stated age range. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. \nMembers: $180\, Non-members: $240. You must have a FAMILY membership to get the member rate on a children’s program\, which you can purchase at the time of registration. Financial aid is available by inquiry on a first-come\, first-served basis. Refunds will only be issued (minus a $20 service fee) upon request\, and if a cancellation is made 2 weeks in advance of the first day of the camp you’re booking. \nREGISTER HERE: https://pci.jotform.com/250775247794167/prefill/69ca85623735662145ebd9272196 \nRegistration begins at 9am on April 1 for members and April 15 for non-members. The link will not work before then.
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/exploration-nature-camp-grades-7-8-9-sold-out-copy/
LOCATION:White Memorial
CATEGORIES:Children's Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTSTAMP:20260430T164524
CREATED:20260417T140609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T182707Z
UID:10002260-1786172400-1786179600@whitememorialcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Paddle with Kelly Orr
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 8\, 2026 \nWhat better way to start a day than by launching your boat on the Bantam River and communing with Nature and like-minded friends! Bring your thermos and a breakfast treat. Join Kelly Orr for a trip up or down the river. Water level will dictate in what direction we go! Be on the lookout for herons\, beavers\, snapping turtles\, and more! Limited to 15 boats. Meet at the boat launch on Whites Woods Road. 7:00 a.m.\, The paddle begins promptly at 7:15 a.m. You must bring your own boat! \nMembers: FREE Non-Members: $5.00\, \nPre-registration is required: Morning Paddle Registration
URL:https://whitememorialcc.org/event/morning-paddle-with-kelly-orr/
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