White Memorial Conservation Center

After-School Adventures, Grades 1-3: March 2026
2026-03-17 16:15 - 17:30, 2026-03-10 16:15 - 17:30, 2026-03-03 16:15 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | White Memorial – A.B. Ceder Room
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in March except the 31st (March 3, 10, 17, 24)
After-School Adventures
4:15-5:30pm
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 animal, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Transportation must be provided to and from White Memorial. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $10/child per session or $35/whole series, Non-Members: $15/child per session or $55/whole series
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Nature's Nursery Series, Winter 2026 - SOLD OUT
2026-03-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00
Thursdays, January 8, February 12, March 12
Ages 3-6 Years
Nature’s Nursery, Winter 2026
4:00pm
Join us on the second Thursday of each month from January – March for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will last 45 minutes – 1 hour and include a story, an encounter with a live animal, and an activity or craft. Some of our activities might be outside, so dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. Advanced registration is required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. We require that one parent/caretaker stay for the duration of the program, but our room cannot accommodate more than one adult per child. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $10/child per session or $27/whole series, Non-Members: $15/child per session or $42/whole series
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT.

After-School Adventures, Grades 4-6: March 2026 - CXL
2026-03-11 16:00 - 17:15, 2026-03-04 16:15 - 17:30
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in March (March 4, 11, 18, 25)
After-School Adventures
4:15-5:30pm
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 animal, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Transportation must be provided to and from White Memorial. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $10/child per session or $35/whole series, Non-Members: $15/child per session or $55/whole series
Due to low sign-ups, we had to cancel this series. ASA Grades 1-3 is still running! We will be offering ASA Grades 4-6 again in October.

CT DEEP Ice Fishing with CARE CANCELED
2026-01-24 10:00 - 14:00
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELED BY DEEP DUE TO EXTREME COLD!

The CT DEEP is offering two FREE ZOOM workshops on January 21 and 29 at 7PM. Participants will be given a private registration link for an ice fishing trip with the CARE leaders! Click here to register: CT DEEP ZOOM ICE FISHING LINK
Option 2 is to attend WINTER FESTIVAL at Burr Pond State Park in Torrington on February 7. Check out the poster below for more information about this great celebration of winter!

One-Day Fun Day, Grades 4-6 - SOLD OUT
2026-01-02 09:30 - 15:30
Friday, January 2
One-Day Fun Day for Grades 4-6
9:30am-3:30pm
Nature can be so much fun in the winter! So, grab your coat, boots, and hat, and let’s spend one of your vacation days learning about the natural world around you. Get outside, play games, make crafts, meet live animals! A morning and afternoon snack/drink will warm us up between adventures. Please bring a lunch and water bottle, and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. 9:30am-3:30pm. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org to call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Please inquire about financial aid as needed.
Members: $40/child, Non-Members: $70/child
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT. Please email carrie@whitememorialcc.org if you would to be put on a waiting list.

One-Day Fun Day, Grades 1-3
2025-12-30 09:30 - 15:30
Tuesday, December 30
One-Day Fun Day for Grades 1-3
9:30am-3:30pm
Nature can be so much fun in the winter! So, grab your coat, boots, and hat, and let’s spend one of your vacation days learning about the natural world around you. Get outside, play games, make crafts, meet live animals! A morning snack will be served between adventures. Please bring a lunch and water bottle, and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. 9:30am-3:30pm. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org to call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Please inquire about financial aid as needed.
Members: $40/child, Non-Members: $70/child
REGISTRATION HAS NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.

Nature's Nursery Series, Fall 2025 - SOLD OUT
2025-12-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-02 16:00 - 17:00
October 2, November 6, December 4
Ages 3-6 years
Nature’s Nursery Series
4:00pm
Join us on the first Thursday of each month from October – December for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will last 45 minutes – 1 hour and include a story, an encounter with a live animal, and an activity or craft. Some of our activities might be outside, so dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. Advanced registration is required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. We require that one parent/caretaker stay for the duration of the program, but our room cannot accommodate more than one adult per child. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $24/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $36/whole series
THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT.

After-School Adventures, Grades 4-6 - October 2025
2025-10-29 16:00 - 17:15, 2025-10-22 15:45 - 17:00, 2025-10-15 15:45 - 17:00, 2025-10-08 16:00 - 17:15
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October (except the 1st)
After-School Adventures
4:00-5:15pm
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 animal, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Transportation must be provided to and from White Memorial. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $32/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $48/whole series
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After-School Adventures, Grades 1-3 - October 2025
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:15, 2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:15, 2025-10-14 16:00 - 17:15, 2025-10-07 16:00 - 17:15
Grades 1-3: Tuesdays in October
Grades 4-6: Wednesdays in October (except the 1st)
After-School Adventures
4:00-5:15pm
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 animal, or taking part in an outdoor activity. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Adults are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Transportation must be provided to and from White Memorial. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration and payment are required. Visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 to register. Space is limited. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $32/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $48/whole series
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"Alumni" Hike Up Bear Mountain
2025-10-25 09:30 - 15:30
Saturday, October 25
For Grades 9-12
“Alumni” Hike up Bear Mountain
9:30am-3:30pm
High schoolers, do you miss the fun you had at White Memorial’s summer camp or other nature programs? Let’s meet up again for the “ultimate” climb in CT – Bear Mountain in Salisbury! If you are in 9th-12th grade and have attended summer camp or any other kids-only program at White Memorial, here’s your chance to reunite with old friends and scale CT’s tallest peak together. Education Director Carrie Szwed will be your leader. Please be advised that portions of this hike are steep and difficult to climb. Wear your best hiking shoes and bring a snack, lunch, and water. 9:30am-3:30pm. Transportation will be provided by White Memorial to and from the site. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room promptly at 9:30am. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org to call 860-567-0857. Space is limited! Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $30/person, Non-Members: $45/person
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Nature's Nursery Series, Summer 2025
2025-09-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-03 16:00 - 17:00
Thursday, July 3, August 14, September 4
Nature’s Nursery, Summer 2025
4:00pm
Ages 3-6 years
Join us on one Thursday per month from July-September for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will last 45 minutes – 1 hour and include a story, an encounter with a live animal, and an activity or craft. Some of our activities might be outside, so dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. Advanced registration is required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. We require that one parent/caretaker stay for the duration of the program, but our room cannot accommodate more than one adult per child. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $24/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $36/whole series
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Nature's Nursery Series, Spring 2025 - SOLD OUT
2025-06-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-01 16:00 - 17:00
Thursdays, April 3, May 1, June 5
Ages 3-6 Years
Nature’s Nursery, Spring 2025
4:00pm
Join us on the first Thursday of each month from April – June for an engaging program designed just for your young nature lovers. Every session will last 45 minutes – 1 hour and include a story, an encounter with a live animal, and an activity or craft. Some of our activities might be outside, so dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. Advanced registration is required. To register, visit whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857. Space is limited. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. We require that one parent/caretaker stay for the duration of the program, but our room cannot accommodate more than one adult per child. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $9/child per session or $24/whole series, Non-Members: $13/child per session or $36/whole series
This “Nature’s Nursery” Series is now SOLD OUT. Please check again in June to register for the Summer Series.

Spring Break Camp, Grades 4-6
2025-04-17 13:30 - 16:30
Monday April 14 – Thursday, April 17
Spring Break Camp!
Grades 4-6: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Spend your vacation exploring the wild and wonderful natural world at White Memorial. Meet live animals up close, make some awesome crafts, tromp around the woods, and play fun games, all while learning some cool things along the way. A snack will be served between adventures. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Space is limited. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Bring a water bottle. Advanced registration is required. You can sign up by day or for the whole week. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $25/child per session or $90/child for the week. Non-members: $40/child per session or $150/child for the week
Register HERE!

Spring Break Camp, Grades 1-3
2025-04-17 09:30 - 12:30
Monday, April 14 – Thursday, April 17
Spring Break Camp!
Grades 1-3: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Spend your vacation exploring the wild and wonderful natural world at White Memorial. Meet live animals up close, make some awesome crafts, tromp around the woods, and play fun games, all while learning some cool things along the way. A snack will be served between adventures. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay, but it is not necessary. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Space is limited. Children should be dressed for the weather with appropriate footwear. Bring a water bottle. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited! You can sign up by day or for the whole week. Please inquire about financial aid as needed. Members: $25/child per session or $90/child for the week. Non-members: $40/child per session or $150/child for the week
Register HERE!
