Migration Magic is a month-long family-friendly celebration of Connecticut’s birds. It features more than three dozen bird walks at 28 preserves and parks in 20 communities around the state, plus an array of webinars, presentations, talks and even a concert. One highlight is the month-long Birdathon, for people of all ages and all skill levels. […]
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RTP Estuary Center Migration Magic Programs
Monday, April 8th, 2024Connecticut River Lecture Series Spring 2024
Tuesday, March 5th, 2024Now in our ninth year, the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center’s Connecticut River Lecture Series has focused on the unique relationship between our environment, nature, art, and the impact on our community life. Our Spring series will address these topics with three experts in their field. Our first lecture in April will introduce a prolific […]
Art and Science Adventures
Monday, April 8th, 2024Saturdays, June 1, 8, 15 and 22; 1:30-3p.m. RTP Estuary Center Explore the wonders of nature in our Art & Science Adventures 4-week program! Get ready to spread your wings and dive into the colorful world of birds, wildlife, habitats, plants, and insects. Each session is packed with fascinating discoveries and hands-on artistic adventures that […]
RTP Estuary Center Afterschool Adventures Program
Monday, October 3rd, 2022Registration Open For All Sessions! The RTP Estuary Center’s afterschool program allows participants the opportunity to participate in hands-on, inquiry based learning experiences through STEAM based activities. Participants will learn how to use various types of scientific equipment and design, conduct experiments based on different weekly, seasonally-based topics while still leaving room for crafts and […]
Family Day at the RTP Estuary Center
Friday, March 1st, 2024Saturday, April 27; 1-5 p.m. RTP Estuary Center Join us for an afternoon of family fun along the banks of the Lieutenant River! Enjoy games, science and nature activities, art and more. At 3pm we will welcome local band Sunny Train! The Lion’s Club will also be on site providing food and drinks. Cost : […]
Birds of Pratt Cove
Wednesday, March 13th, 2024Thursday, April 25; 9-11 am Pratt Cove, Essex Historically, Ospreys return to Pratt and Post Coves in late March and typically one or more pairs build nests at locations that allow excellent viewing from the Deep River Land Trust’s Evelyn Hawthorne and Smyth Sanctuaries. The natural history and unique adaptations of these unique “fish hawks” […]
Spring Nature Walks
Tuesday, February 27th, 2024Saturday, April 27; 9-11 am in Old Lyme As the snow melts and temperatures start to rise, nature goes through many changes. Animals come out of hibernation, plants start to bloom, and insects are more active. We look and listen for these first signs of spring and more through the beautiful forests and wetlands of […]
