Ansonia Nature Center
August Events
TURTLE TALK – Sat. Aug. 26, 1 pm
Anthony Pierlioni is the Senior Director of the TurtleRoom, an online radio show dedicated to these fascinating reptiles and the people who love them. He’ll share his knowledge and some turtle species with us at the Nature Center. He is a member of the Turtle Survival Alliance, Turtle & Tortoise Preservation Group, New York Turtle & Tortoise Society, and New England Herpetological Society, as well as the online sites TurtleForum.com, TortoiseBoard.com, and TortoiseForum.org, where he can be found as Anthony P. You can contact him at anthony@theturtleroom.com.
Please call to register at 203 736-1053
CATTAIL MAT WEAVING, 2-part series--– Sunday Aug. 27 and Saturday Sept. 2, Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Join Ranger Dan for a 2-part series on cattails. Week 1 we will begin to collectively work on a mat made from the cattail reeds, and week 2 we will add the finishing touches to our mat. Learn how Native Americans from the Eastern Woodlands would use these reeds! Pack a bag lunch, and be prepared for swampy conditions. This program is for adults only.
FEE: $6 per person covers both weeks.
Please call to register at 203 736-1053
FALL TERM JUNIOR RANGERS – Starting Thursday, Sept. 14–Nov. 2, 3:30–5 pm.
Please call for more information 203 736-1053
NATURE EXPLORERS –---------- Begins Wednesday Sept. 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 10 am
Join Wendy for our preschool/toddler program. This 4-week session is for children ages 2–5 years old with an adult. These outdoor classes will be fun exploring and learning through play. We will learn about nature and science through activities such as hiking, exploring, singing, games, reading, and making crafts. Every class is outside!!!!
TUITION: $40 per 4-week session
Please call 203 736-1053 for more information or to register
FIBER ARTS GROUP – Tuesdays starting Sept. 5, 5:30–7:30 pm
Get together with others to work on your fiber arts projects! Bring any kind of fiber work—knitting, felting, crocheting, etc. A great way to dedicate time to your handiwork and socialize too. FREE. Call to register 203 736-1053
ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS
CREATURE FEATURE – Saturday at noon
Have you always wanted to pet a dove or hold a bearded dragon? Here’s your chance! Come meet the Nature Center’s Resident Animals every Saturday at noon!
GUIDED HIKE-Sunday at 1:00
Have you ever wondered where the owls nest or where the deer sleep? Join an Ansonia Nature Center Park Ranger on a Guided Hike, every Sunday at 1pm!
MONDAY NIGHT TRAIL RUN – Monday in August and September, 5:30-6:30 pm
This is a call to all of the runners who want something that is out of the ordinary! Ranger Dan will lead you through our 156-acre network of trails, while you burn off the weekend's extra calories. We guarantee that this FREE program is the best way to start off your week. Please register and wear appropriate footwear. Please call to register at 203 736-1053
FAMILY ORGANIC GARDEN PROGRAM – Tuesdays, August thru November
ANC will be continuing family-friendly activities in our organic garden. Learn about growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. Dress appropriately; keep in mind you will get water and soil on your clothing. FREE, with the potential to take home fresh local produce! Please call to register at 203 736-1053