Week of Events
Fairy House Building Contest
AUGUST 17 - 21: Build for fun, or enter our contest for the chance to win prizes! The contest is open for anyone to build a fairy house at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Nature Center. Winners for each age category will be selected by a panel of judges and awarded with a gift bag from the Nature Store. A crowd favorite from each category will receive a grand prize of a Private Experience – Animal Encounter.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 16, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 16, 2026 -Talk to the Trainers
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August 16, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 16, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 16, 2026 -Hawk on the Walk
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Talk to the Trainers
Join our Wildlife Ambassador team for a training session with one or more of our birds as we help them learn new things, or simply get their exercise in!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Hawk on the Walk
Keep an eye out while exploring the Forest Canopy Walk at this time. You might get the chance to watch a Harris’s Hawk diving and weaving among the trees!
Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 17, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 17, 2026 -Talk to the Trainers
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August 17, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 17, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Talk to the Trainers
Join our Wildlife Ambassador team for a training session with one or more of our birds as we help them learn new things, or simply get their exercise in!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 18, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 18, 2026 -Talk to the Trainers
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August 18, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 18, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Talk to the Trainers
Join our Wildlife Ambassador team for a training session with one or more of our birds as we help them learn new things, or simply get their exercise in!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 19, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 19, 2026 -Woodland Wildlife Walk
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August 19, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 19, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Woodland Wildlife Walk
Come wander through the woods with us! Not only is ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ home to dozens of exhibit birds, but our 2.5 miles of trails are teeming with a variety of wildlife. Learn to identify the plants that support our diverse fauna, keep your eyes out for signs of animal activity, and, if we’re lucky, perhaps we’ll spot some critters, too!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 20, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 20, 2026 -Woodland Wildlife Walk
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August 20, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 20, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Woodland Wildlife Walk
Come wander through the woods with us! Not only is ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ home to dozens of exhibit birds, but our 2.5 miles of trails are teeming with a variety of wildlife. Learn to identify the plants that support our diverse fauna, keep your eyes out for signs of animal activity, and, if we’re lucky, perhaps we’ll spot some critters, too!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Friday, August 21, 2026
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August 21, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 21, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 21, 2026 -Talk to the Trainers
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August 21, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 21, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 21, 2026 -Hawk on the Walk
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Talk to the Trainers
Join our Wildlife Ambassador team for a training session with one or more of our birds as we help them learn new things, or simply get their exercise in!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Hawk on the Walk
Keep an eye out while exploring the Forest Canopy Walk at this time. You might get the chance to watch a Harris’s Hawk diving and weaving among the trees!
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -Fairy Festival
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August 22, 2026 -Natural Wonders
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August 22, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 22, 2026 -Talk to the Trainers
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August 22, 2026 -Raptor Feeding Time
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August 22, 2026 -Predators of the Sky
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August 22, 2026 -Hawk on the Walk
Fairy Festival
AUGUST 22 - Discover the forest through hands-on play, and celebrate creativity with the art form that is fairy houses! Build for fun, or enter in our contest for the chance to win prizes. Be sure to hit the trails on a fairy hunt for the chance to explore and learn about the forest around you while searching for our fairy friends!
Natural Wonders
Join us on a journey of discovery through the wonders of the natural world. Designed for families with young children, this short interactive program explores a range of engaging topics including animals of New England, Animal Engineers, and local habitats.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Talk to the Trainers
Join our Wildlife Ambassador team for a training session with one or more of our birds as we help them learn new things, or simply get their exercise in!
Raptor Feeding Time
Join our raptor care-givers for feeding time! Learn about the habits and history of each of the resident raptors at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ as you watch them enjoy their daily meal.
Predators of the Sky
Take flight with us for an unforgettable experience! We’ll show you the unique nature of some of the world’s most highly skilled predators – raptors!
Hawk on the Walk
Keep an eye out while exploring the Forest Canopy Walk at this time. You might get the chance to watch a Harris’s Hawk diving and weaving among the trees!