Fall programming is provided to you by
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection,
in partnership with
Connecticut Forest & Park Association, and The Friends of Goodwin Forest
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection,
in partnership with
Connecticut Forest & Park Association, and The Friends of Goodwin Forest
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PREREGISTRATION IS
REQUESTED FOR MOST PROGRAMS. Find us at 23 Potter Road, Hampton, CT 06247 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call: 860-455-9534 Email: Deep.Goodwin@ct.gov |
We make every effort to accommodate our guests. Courses that require registration fill up very quickly so please register early to avoid disappointment. If the class is full, we will put you on a waiting list and notify you when the class is repeated. Thank you.
PROGRAMS
Webinar: Winter Animal Adaptations (for kids)
Wed., November 4th, 2020
3:00-4:00pm
Learn about how our wild neighbors prepare for the winter! We’ll talk about how some animals change colors, some have a really long sleep, and others store food in every nook and cranny.
Registration required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Webinar: Black Bears in CT
Mon,, November 9th, 2020
7:00-8:00pm
Join wildlife expert Paul Colburn in a presentation of the natural history of black bears in CT. Learn about black bear habitats, diet, behavior, reproduction, and current research efforts. Paul also discusses how to coexist with our local black bear population.
Registration required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Long Distance Hike
Sun., November 15th, 2020
12:00pm-3:00pm
Enjoy a moderately paced 5.5 mile hike around Pine Acres Pond. We’ll take in the views around the pond and forests, and enjoy the cool autumn weather. This hike is appropriate for all ages and skill levels.
Participants will be required to fill out a waiver and self-health assessment prior to the program. Masks and social distancing are required.
Registration is required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Webinar: Turkeys in CT
Mon., November 23rd, 2020
5:00-6:00pm
Learn about the history of turkeys in CT and about the successful reintroduction efforts in the late 20th century. We’ll also discuss turkey ecology and behavior, and how turkeys became synonymous with Thanksgiving feasts.
Registration is required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Wed., November 4th, 2020
3:00-4:00pm
Learn about how our wild neighbors prepare for the winter! We’ll talk about how some animals change colors, some have a really long sleep, and others store food in every nook and cranny.
Registration required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Webinar: Black Bears in CT
Mon,, November 9th, 2020
7:00-8:00pm
Join wildlife expert Paul Colburn in a presentation of the natural history of black bears in CT. Learn about black bear habitats, diet, behavior, reproduction, and current research efforts. Paul also discusses how to coexist with our local black bear population.
Registration required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Long Distance Hike
Sun., November 15th, 2020
12:00pm-3:00pm
Enjoy a moderately paced 5.5 mile hike around Pine Acres Pond. We’ll take in the views around the pond and forests, and enjoy the cool autumn weather. This hike is appropriate for all ages and skill levels.
Participants will be required to fill out a waiver and self-health assessment prior to the program. Masks and social distancing are required.
Registration is required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
Webinar: Turkeys in CT
Mon., November 23rd, 2020
5:00-6:00pm
Learn about the history of turkeys in CT and about the successful reintroduction efforts in the late 20th century. We’ll also discuss turkey ecology and behavior, and how turkeys became synonymous with Thanksgiving feasts.
Registration is required. Please register at https://www.ctwoodlands.org/CFPA-events#.
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PROGRAM SURVEY
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PROGRAM SURVEY
CHECK YOURSELF FOR TICKS AFTER ANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITY.
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GEOCACHING
If you love mixing technology and the outdoors, geocaching may be the perfect activity for you. It involves searching for hidden objects in the landscape with coordinates and clues. Goodwin State Forest is home to a few geocaches. Try and find the secret treasure! Go to https://coord.info/GC19ZHE |
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Have you heard about our Master Naturalist led Meetup Group?
The group is for anyone interested in learning more about Connecticut state parks and forests and are led by Master Naturalists who trained at the Goodwin Conservation Center. All details are found on the Meetup site. |
TRAIL CLOSURES
Due to considerable tree mortality (gypsy moth, drought, 2-lined chestnut borer, and other issues), the trail sections marked in black below will be closed until further notice.
IT IS UNSAFE TO BE IN THESE AREAS.
Tree removal has begun in order to make the trails safe to pass.
If you need more information, please contact Matthew Quinn
Clicking on the map will open in a new window.
Due to considerable tree mortality (gypsy moth, drought, 2-lined chestnut borer, and other issues), the trail sections marked in black below will be closed until further notice.
IT IS UNSAFE TO BE IN THESE AREAS.
Tree removal has begun in order to make the trails safe to pass.
If you need more information, please contact Matthew Quinn
Clicking on the map will open in a new window.
Give back to Goodwin and enrich someone’s life.
If you have a passion about a conservation, environmental, ecologically -related topic of your choice that you want to share, this is your opportunity. We here at Goodwin would like you to present that knowledge to your peers!
Host a hike, give a presentation, do some outdoor activities or experiments, or just have an open ended discussion.
Goodwin Conservation Center is looking for volunteers who have knowledge about various conservation-related topics and the ability and desire to share that knowledge with others. We are looking for with knowledge in all conservation topics including birding, rocks, invasive species, survival skills, pollution, photography, nature technological equipment, etc. etc.
Teaching experience helps but is not required. For more information, contact Beth Bernard.
If you have a passion about a conservation, environmental, ecologically -related topic of your choice that you want to share, this is your opportunity. We here at Goodwin would like you to present that knowledge to your peers!
Host a hike, give a presentation, do some outdoor activities or experiments, or just have an open ended discussion.
Goodwin Conservation Center is looking for volunteers who have knowledge about various conservation-related topics and the ability and desire to share that knowledge with others. We are looking for with knowledge in all conservation topics including birding, rocks, invasive species, survival skills, pollution, photography, nature technological equipment, etc. etc.
Teaching experience helps but is not required. For more information, contact Beth Bernard.
For announcements of upcoming events, subscribe to the Goodwin Conservation Center Listserv
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