101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT, 06896

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Leatherworking for Middle & High School Students

Are you interested in learning a new skill? This introductory course will guide crafters through the basics of working with leather and its tools. Come create a leather pouch using various hand tools. Through carving and stamping, you will have the opportunity to express your creativity. This program is: $25 per member, $30 per non-member...

Sunday Storytime (Ages 1 – 5 with an Adult)

Join us for nature stories and related activities as we explore the seasons. Activities may include live animal encounters, nature crafts, walks on the property, and more. This will include an outdoor component - please dress accordingly. Children must be accompanied by an adult This program is: $10 per Member Child/Adult pair, $15 per Non-member...

Father’s Day Craft (Grades K-4)

Shhh, it’s a surprise! Let us help your child create a unique gift for that special someone this coming Father’s Day. This program is:     $15 per Member child, $20 per Non-member child Registration is required, space is limited. Register Here

Pollinator Garden Tour and Tea

Take a break from your busy schedule and spend an afternoon visiting our farmhouse gardens. Enjoy our Fred Schroeder Pollinator Garden, which will be brimming with native plantings, bees, and butterflies. Tour our Shakespeare and Herb Gardens, and share iced tea, lemonade, and homemade treats in our shade garden. This opportunity is reserved for our...

Tuesday Storytime (Ages 1 – 5 with an Adult)

Join us for nature stories and related activities as we explore the seasons. Activities may include live animal encounters, nature crafts, walks on the property, and more. This will include an outdoor component - please dress accordingly. Children must be accompanied by an adult This program is: $10 per Member Child/Adult pair, $15 per Non-member...

Garden Tour

Every three years, we partner with the Redding Garden Club to bring you a self-guided tour of several private gardens here in Redding, CT. This year will include a joyful tour of eight exceptional gardens which you won't want to miss! As you tour these unique gardens, we invite you to enjoy the delicious boxed...

September Astronomy

Join our knowledgeable team of volunteer astronomers on Astronomy Hill for views of constellations, star clusters, planets, and more! Gaze through the telescopes, hear stories about the stars, watch a short slide presentation, ask deep questions and connect with other night sky enthusiasts. This is an outdoor program, so please dress for the weather and...

$8 – $10

Woodland Mushroom Discovery Walk

Enjoy a woodland walk as you search for mushrooms with Joe and Kathy Brandt and other amateur mycologists from the Connecticut-Westchester Mycological Association. Learn how to identify the mushrooms that have been collected and complete your adventure by enjoying delectable samples – all safely prepared by Joe and Kathy. This program is:     FREE, but...

Harvest Dinner 2024

Spend a lovely evening with friends and neighbors as you enjoy our summer gardens and pastures while dining on delicious freshly harvested foods from the farm, all creatively prepared by celebrated chef, Anna Llanos.

Junior Staff: Animal Caretaker (September)

Love animals? Come learn the ins and outs of animal care. Focused on our resident reptiles, amphibians, and mammals, this hands-on program will have Jr. Staff helping with feedings, cleanings, health checks, enrichment and more. This program is: Free for members. $10 per non-member Registration is required.

OPEN DAY

Interested in becoming a member, or just want to learn more about what we have to offer? Come enjoy the stunning landscape, the fascinating history, the diverse habitats, the varied wildlife, the multitude of educational opportunities, and the warm and welcoming staff. No Registration Required!

OPEN DAY

Want to learn more about what we have to offer? Come enjoy the stunning landscape, the fascinating history, the diverse habitats, the varied wildlife, the multitude of educational opportunities, and the warm and welcoming staff. No Registration Required!

September Family Farm Chores

Dress for the outdoors and join farmers Mike and Rachel as they complete daily farm chores. Get a first hand look at everything it takes to keep our chickens, sheep, and cows happy and healthy. After watching the milking process, you might consider visiting the Dairy Annex to take home a delicious after-chores dairy treat....

$15

Afternoons on the Farm: Session 1 (Grades 2 – 4)

6 weeks: Mondays September 23 - October 28 (no program on 10/14) An after school program (WITH BUS SERVICE FROM RES!) filled with a variety of hands-on activities around the farm. This fun and engaging series will include hikes, animal care, cooking, science, games, and more. This 6-part drop-off program is: $135 per member child...

Fall Migration: Birding with Joe Bear (September)

Catch the Fall migration by joining expert birder and environmentalist Joe Bear on a leisurely 2-hour walk through our diverse habitats. We will search in open fields, woodlands, and wetlands – seeking out those on their way to winter feeding grounds. Free. Registration is required.

Free