Fall programming is provided to you by
Connecticut Forest & Park Association, and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
in partnership with
The Friends of Goodwin Forest
Connecticut Forest & Park Association, and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
in partnership with
The Friends of Goodwin Forest
PREREGISTRATION IS
Currently required
FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Find us at
23 Potter Road, Hampton, CT 06247
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call: 860-455-9534
Email: Deep.Goodwin@ct.gov
If you DO NOT receive a confirmation email within one hour of registration please CHECK YOUR SPAM.
Several people have reported our emails going directly to their spam boxes.
Currently required
FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Find us at
23 Potter Road, Hampton, CT 06247
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call: 860-455-9534
Email: Deep.Goodwin@ct.gov
If you DO NOT receive a confirmation email within one hour of registration please CHECK YOUR SPAM.
Several people have reported our emails going directly to their spam boxes.
We make every effort to accommodate our guests. Courses that require registration fill up very quickly so please register early to avoid disappointment. (If your plans change, please let us know so we can offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.). If the class is full, we will put you on a waiting list and notify you if a spot becomes available or when the class is repeated. Thank you.
Walktober: Fall Wildlife Walk
October 16th, 2021
11:00am-12:00pm
Bring the family to Goodwin Conservation Center to learn about how wildlife in CT prepare for winter. We'll look for signs of change on our Forest Discovery Trail and use props to show how and why animals store food, change color, and head underground when winter arrives. All ages are welcome.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Walktober: Full Moon Hike
October 20th, 2021
8:00pm-9:30pm
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a moonlit evening at Goodwin State Forest. This hike will follow the Yellow Trail and loop back along the Yellow-Red Trail, comprising about 1.5 miles. Although we'll be using the moon as our primary light source, please bring a flashlight or headlamp for darker areas. Close toed shoes are recommended, due to limited vision and rocks/roots on the trail.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Autumn Tree ID
October 24th, 2021
10:00am-12:00pm
What tree is this? Join Master Naturalist Lynn Kochiss for an introduction to the clues that will help you to answer that question next time you are on the trails. We will focus on branching, leaves, and bark for this program. First, we will meet at the pavilion for a brief presentation. Then a walk to explore trees on the Goodwin trails will follow.
October 16th, 2021
11:00am-12:00pm
Bring the family to Goodwin Conservation Center to learn about how wildlife in CT prepare for winter. We'll look for signs of change on our Forest Discovery Trail and use props to show how and why animals store food, change color, and head underground when winter arrives. All ages are welcome.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Walktober: Full Moon Hike
October 20th, 2021
8:00pm-9:30pm
Enjoy the sights and sounds of a moonlit evening at Goodwin State Forest. This hike will follow the Yellow Trail and loop back along the Yellow-Red Trail, comprising about 1.5 miles. Although we'll be using the moon as our primary light source, please bring a flashlight or headlamp for darker areas. Close toed shoes are recommended, due to limited vision and rocks/roots on the trail.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Autumn Tree ID
October 24th, 2021
10:00am-12:00pm
What tree is this? Join Master Naturalist Lynn Kochiss for an introduction to the clues that will help you to answer that question next time you are on the trails. We will focus on branching, leaves, and bark for this program. First, we will meet at the pavilion for a brief presentation. Then a walk to explore trees on the Goodwin trails will follow.
Leaf Peeping Walk
November 1st, 2021
5:00pm-6:30pm
Enjoy the changing of the seasons as our deciduous trees turn gorgeous yellows, oranges, and reds. On this walk we will admire these autumnal colors as we go along the Yellow Trail loop around Brown Hill Marsh Pond. This walk will be approximately 3 miles along over even terrain.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Connecticut Geology, Reading the Geologic Landscape
November 6th, 2021
2:00pm-3:30pm
Learn about the forces and events that have and continue to shape Connecticut. From the collision and rifting of continents though the deep cold of glaciation, the history of this landscape still shapes what we see and build on today. Come join Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, to explore some of the geology of Goodwin State Forest and rock out with a real geologist.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Meet the Mini Mammals!
November 7th, 2021
11:00am-12:00pm
We all see them in our homes and in our yards. But how often do you see them in nature? From mice to moles, join Michael Grady and learn about the pocket-sized mammals that live all around us!
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Yoga Hike
November 13th, 2021
1:00pm-3:00pm
This hike, led by yoga instructor Erin Day, incorporates the tools of Yoga (posture, breathing techniques and focus) to establish intention, self-awareness, and connection as we move along the trail. No prior Yoga experience is needed, a Yoga hike is a great way to introduce yourself to these practices. Please bring water and wear hiking shoes, no Yoga mats needed. The hike will be 2 to 3-miles long on even terrain.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Orienteering: The Basics of Map and Compass
November 20th, 2021
1:00pm-3:00pm
Tired of getting lost? Learn the basics of using a map and compass at. Navigating yourself through a wild place is empowering, fun, and is essential for scientists. Come join Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, and learn how to find your way in the world...even when your cell phone dies.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Talkin’ Wild Turkeys
November 21st, 2021
3:00pm-4:30pm
Wild turkeys are amazing animals, and truly one of the great wildlife conservation success stories. Join educator Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, and learn all the trivia you could ever want to know about turkeys. Discover how and when they breed, sleep, eat, and communicate.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Fat Turkey Long-Distance Hike
November 26th, 2021
10:00am-1:00pm
Burn off those Turkey Day calories as we follow the Blue-White and Blue Trails around Pine Acres Pond. This 6-mile hike will bring us past Governor’s Island, through mountain laurel groves, and along Black Spruce Pond. This hike covers rocky and uneven terrain, so please wear appropriate footwear, and bring trekking poles if needed.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
November 1st, 2021
5:00pm-6:30pm
Enjoy the changing of the seasons as our deciduous trees turn gorgeous yellows, oranges, and reds. On this walk we will admire these autumnal colors as we go along the Yellow Trail loop around Brown Hill Marsh Pond. This walk will be approximately 3 miles along over even terrain.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Connecticut Geology, Reading the Geologic Landscape
November 6th, 2021
2:00pm-3:30pm
Learn about the forces and events that have and continue to shape Connecticut. From the collision and rifting of continents though the deep cold of glaciation, the history of this landscape still shapes what we see and build on today. Come join Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, to explore some of the geology of Goodwin State Forest and rock out with a real geologist.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Meet the Mini Mammals!
November 7th, 2021
11:00am-12:00pm
We all see them in our homes and in our yards. But how often do you see them in nature? From mice to moles, join Michael Grady and learn about the pocket-sized mammals that live all around us!
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Yoga Hike
November 13th, 2021
1:00pm-3:00pm
This hike, led by yoga instructor Erin Day, incorporates the tools of Yoga (posture, breathing techniques and focus) to establish intention, self-awareness, and connection as we move along the trail. No prior Yoga experience is needed, a Yoga hike is a great way to introduce yourself to these practices. Please bring water and wear hiking shoes, no Yoga mats needed. The hike will be 2 to 3-miles long on even terrain.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Orienteering: The Basics of Map and Compass
November 20th, 2021
1:00pm-3:00pm
Tired of getting lost? Learn the basics of using a map and compass at. Navigating yourself through a wild place is empowering, fun, and is essential for scientists. Come join Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, and learn how to find your way in the world...even when your cell phone dies.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Talkin’ Wild Turkeys
November 21st, 2021
3:00pm-4:30pm
Wild turkeys are amazing animals, and truly one of the great wildlife conservation success stories. Join educator Bryan Avery, CFPA's TerraCorps Service Member, and learn all the trivia you could ever want to know about turkeys. Discover how and when they breed, sleep, eat, and communicate.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Fat Turkey Long-Distance Hike
November 26th, 2021
10:00am-1:00pm
Burn off those Turkey Day calories as we follow the Blue-White and Blue Trails around Pine Acres Pond. This 6-mile hike will bring us past Governor’s Island, through mountain laurel groves, and along Black Spruce Pond. This hike covers rocky and uneven terrain, so please wear appropriate footwear, and bring trekking poles if needed.
Registration required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
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PROGRAM SURVEY
Donations make a difference. Through your support, we've been able to extend programs through the winter and sponsor special guests.
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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
The portion of the Blue/Yellow Trail between Cannon Road and the Blue Trail is currently closed for safety purposes during a forest harvest which will remove standing dead hazard trees near the trail. Trees are being felled and logs moved with large machinery. It would be very dangerous to be in the area. Please use the Blue Trail as an alternate. The Blue Trail will remain open during the harvest and portions closed for only a few minutes at a time as trees are felled near it. Thank you.
For further information please contact
Forester Edward McGuire at Shenipsit State Forest Headquarters at 860-324-9475.
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.
The portion of the Blue/Yellow Trail between Cannon Road and the Blue Trail is currently closed for safety purposes during a forest harvest which will remove standing dead hazard trees near the trail. Trees are being felled and logs moved with large machinery. It would be very dangerous to be in the area. Please use the Blue Trail as an alternate. The Blue Trail will remain open during the harvest and portions closed for only a few minutes at a time as trees are felled near it. Thank you.
For further information please contact
Forester Edward McGuire at Shenipsit State Forest Headquarters at 860-324-9475.
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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Send an email to listserv@list.ct.gov
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Send an email to listserv@list.ct.gov
In the email, leave the subject line blank and in the body of the message type:
Subscribe DEP-Goodwin YourFirstName YourLastName