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Event	Description	Date	Time	Location

Merit Badge Day - Sustainability Merit Badge	What is your footprint on this Earth? Learn how your choices in water use, food selection, energy use and trash impact natural resources.	1/19/2019	9:30 am – 1:30 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

DATE CHANGE Winter Tree ID for Beginners	Join Master Naturalist and fellow tree-observer Lynn Kochiss for a program designed to help beginners unravel the mysteries of tree identification.	1/19/2019	10:00am-12:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Bird Brains	Mary-Beth Kaeser from Horizon Wings will bring four live bird ambassadors to Sessions Woods for a talk to discuss avian intelligence.	1/20/2019	1:30PM -3:00PM	Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Burlington

Full Moon Night Hike and Campfire	Let the full moon guide your path as you take a night hike at Goodwin State Forest.	1/22/2019	6:00pm-8:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Project WET- Water Science and Impacts	Educator workshop - Help student understand issues around water by examining water science, chemistry and systems.	1/23/2019	9:00 am- 3:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Senior Walk	Join Goodwin Guide Jack Griffin on an easy to moderate walk taken on a forest trails. All are welcome. Hiking sticks are available to borrow.	1/24/2019	1:00-3:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Getting Little Feet WET	Educator workshop - Incorporate water into early childhood educational programs.	1/26/2019	9:00 am – noon	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Snowshoe Hike	Let’s take a walk at Goodwin in the snow and stay on top!	1/26/2019	10:00am-12:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Winter Storm Science	A lot of things have to happen in the atmosphere to create a winter storm. Come find out on how winter storms are formed and how they continue to evolve. Recommended for children ages 6 and up.	1/26/2019	2:00pm-4:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center, Hampton

Friends of American Legion and Peoples State Forests (FALPS) "Turkey Talk" with DEEP Wildlife	DEEP Wildlife Biologist Mike Gregonis will present about turkey populations in Connecticut and their miraculous comeback on the landscape.	1/27/2019	1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Barkhamsted Community Room Barkhamsted

Status Conference - In the Matter of BIC Corporation, et. al.	Meeting to discuss status of settlement efforts.	1/28/2019	1:00 PM	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Communicating Climate Change	Do you convey scientific information to the public and want to increase understanding? Join fellow DEEP staff and outreach professionals in this hands-on application of communication techniques for the topic of Climate Change. Facilitated by Jennifer West from the Narragansett Bay Estuarine Reserve in Providence RI. She is a trained facilitator in Climate Change Communication by the Frame Works Institute, a private non-profit in Washington DC.	1/29/2019	9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Project WILD	Educator Workshop - This workshop will introduce the new 4th edition of the terrestrial Project WILD guide and explore new activities.	1/30/2019	9am - 2pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Come Walk Among the Stars	Learn some basic astronomy inside and get oriented to the night sky, then head outside to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the starry sky.	2/1/2019	7:00pm-9:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Game of Logging Certified Training: Chainsaw Training for the Amateur LEVEL II Saturday,	Must have previously taken Game of Logging Level I to attend. For further information contact Lena Ives at DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov	2/2/2019	8:00am-4:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Long Distance Hike	Enjoy the company of fellow hikers and get some great outdoor exercise.	2/2/2019	11:00am-2:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center Hampton

Air Quality: The Overlooked Resource	FREE Educator Webinar	2/5/2019	4:00 pm	At your computer

Senior Walks	Join Goodwin Guide Jack Griffin on an easy to moderate walk taken on a forest trails. All are welcome. Hiking sticks are available to borrow.	2/6/2019	11:00am-1:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Cross Country Skiing	Come explore our trails on skis!	2/9/2019	1:00pm-3:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Ice and Snow	Join Juan Sanchez in discussing the formation of snow and ice crystals and the role that they play in the ecosystem. We will use polarized light to look at ice crystals and perhaps study preserved snowflakes from the winters of 1974-1980.	2/9/2019	10:00am-12:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	2/14/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Winter Birds	Come join Goodwin Naturalist Lena Ives as we explore how birds are able to survive in winter.	2/16/2019	10:00am-12:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Merit Badge Day - Environmental Science	What does it take to study the environment? We will start with the timeline and work forward to get some perspective on ecology and issues that have emerged to form this area of science.	2/16/2019	9:30 am – 1:30 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Nature Macro Photography	Have you ever wondered how to photograph tiny subjects? We will look at examples, including insects, which demonstrate effective use of composition and lighting of small details.	2/16/2019	2:00pm-4:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Animal Track and Sign	Join Goodwin Naturalist Lena Ives on our trails to tell the story of what happens when we’re not there! Suitable for ages 3 and up.	2/17/2019	1:00pm-3:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

BYO Bag Upcycling Workshop	Learn how to repurpose t-shirts and/or pillow cases into useable market bags.	2/18/2019	10:00 am – 1:30 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Full Moon Night Hike and Campfire	Let the full moon guide your path as you take a night hike at Goodwin State Forest. Goodwin Naturalist Lena Ives will be taking you on a journey to bear witness to the changes in nature from day to dusk.	2/19/2019	6:00pm-8:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Global Grocery Bag	Educator Workshop - See what impacts agriculture has on resources and what is being done to reduce pollution and feed a growing population.	2/20/2019	9:00 am – 3:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Senior Walks	Join Goodwin Guide Jack Griffin on an easy to moderate walk taken on a forest trails. All are welcome. Hiking sticks are available to borrow.	2/21/2019	1:00-3:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Wildlife Tracking	Wildlife Biologist Pete Picone will lead participants on a hike to identify the tracks and signs of wildlife at Sessions Woods WMA.	2/23/2019	1:30PM -3:30PM	Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Burlington

Predator Series: Birds of Prey	This month will focus on avian predators, how they behave, and their biology. Horizon Wings will bring these extraordinary birds right to the Goodwin museum.	2/23/2019	11:00am-1:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Snowshoe Hike	Come to Goodwin for a guided snowshoe hike. Let’s take a walk at Goodwin in the snow and stay on top!	2/23/2019	2:00 pm-3:30 pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

The Apiary Series: Starting your Hive	Dave Gilbert joins us again as he teaches us where and how to get supplies and how to continue upkeep on your hive during the winter months.	2/24/2019	1:00pm-3:00pm	James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

Felted Wool Class	Learn the history and techniques of felting wool as applied to different wool types and learn the steps involved in this creative and versatile craft.	2/24/2019	1:00 pm – 3:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Environmental Literacy K-12	Educator workshop - A FREE and STIPENED workshop featuring the application of ELA standards that help introduce controversial topics for science applications. For grades 4-12.	2/27/2019	9:00 am – 3:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Water Quality in the Classroom	FREE Educator Webinar	3/5/2019	4:00 pm	At your computer

Into the Wild Badge Day	Explore winter animals, signs, behavior and identification using bird feeding stations and exploring the grounds of the estate.	3/9/2019	9:30 am – 12:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

Exams for Forester, Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Products Harvester	Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut	3/13/2019	9 am	Sessions Woods WMA Burlington

Carbon Cycling	Educator workshop - A FREE and STIPENED WORKSHOP. We know CO2 is a problem, yet it is something we also need. Come and gather ways to help students understand the impact of excessive carbon and how we can take action to reduce levels.	3/13/2019	9:00 am – 3:00 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	3/14/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Merit Badge Day - Soil and Water Conservation	Look up your water shed address and see what impacts you may have on it while also learning the basic science behind water and soil science.	3/16/2019	9:30 am – 1:30 pm	Kellogg Environmental Center Derby

March Mushroom Madness	The CT Valley Mycological Society will be providing an enlightening indoor presentation on mushrooms and the field of mycology.	3/17/2019	10:00AM-12:00PM	Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Burlington

Remediation Roundtable	An open forum to exchange ideas and information on site cleanup in Connecticut and to solicit opinions, advice and information.	3/19/2019	1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.	DEEP Headquarters, Gina McCarthy Auditorium Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	4/11/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Exams for Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Product Harvester	Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut	5/8/2019	9am	Goodwin State Forest Hampton

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	5/9/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	6/13/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Remediation Roundtable	An open forum to exchange ideas and information on site cleanup in Connecticut and to solicit opinions, advice and information.	6/18/2019	1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.	DEEP Headquarters, Gina McCarthy Auditorium Hartford

Exams for Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Product Harvester	Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut	7/10/2019	9am	Sessions Woods WMA Burlington

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	7/11/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	8/8/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	9/12/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Exams for Forester, Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Product Harvester	Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut	10/9/2019	9am	Sessions Woods WMA Burlington

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	10/10/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

Remediation Roundtable	An open forum to exchange ideas and information on site cleanup in Connecticut and to solicit opinions, advice and information.	10/22/2019	1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.	DEEP Headquarters, Gina McCarthy Auditorium Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	11/14/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

SIPRAC	State of Connecticut, State Implementation Plan Revision Advisory Committee (SIPRAC) is an open forum for information exchange and discussion on the State's Air Quality Programs, proposed regulations and status of efforts to achieve and maintain air quality standards in the State.	12/12/2019	9:00am	DEEP Headquarters Hartford

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