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Dinosaur State Park Virtual Programming
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Dinosaur State Park is offering live virtual programming for the 2021 school year! Each of the virtual programs provides a dynamic and interactive format with staff at multiple locations throughout the Park! Students and educators have the opportunity to make observations and ask questions throughout the 30 to 45-minute program. These virtual programs provide a bit more depth than what would normally be available for in person activities due to the ability to show different aspects of the Park within seconds.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS:
Connecticut’s Geologic History; Connecticut’s Ancient Climate; Dinosaurs of Connecticut; Fossil Discovery (PreK-1st Grade. Please see website below for more information and to register.
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1/1/2021 - 6/30/2021 |
Per your Schedule |
Online
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School and Outreach Programs Offered by Kellogg Environmental Center
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Classes may register for environmental programs to come to the classroom using Zoom or your school's preferred platform. Programs are available for grade level 4th and higher are presented using a variety of interactive platforms and tools to engage students in learning and to share their ideas. |
1/1/2021 - 11/30/2021 |
Tuesday through Friday per your schedule |
Online
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Speaking of Climate Change Virtual Art Exhibition
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Visit this virtual Art Exhibition of student work that answered the question - How is/will climate change effect you? |
5/1/2021 - 6/1/2021 |
Per your schedule |
Online
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Dinosaur Track Casting
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Have you ever wanted to have your own dinosaur footprint? At Dinosaur State Park you can make your own plaster cast from a real ~ 200 million year old Eubrontes footprint! The casting area at Dinosaur State Park contains real dinosaur footprints likely made by a dinosaur similar to a Dilophosaurus. The casting area is open Tuesdays through Sundays, May 1 to October 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Masks must be worn and physical distancing maintained in this area.There is no fee to use this area but park guests must bring their own materials. Upon arrival please make your way to the casting area. Please call 860-529-5816 if you need assistance making the cast.
For each cast you will need:
10 pounds of Plaster-of-Paris (no substitutions)
1/4 cup cooking oil
Five gallon bucket
Cloth rags and paper towels
The park provides:
Eubrontes tracks
Metal rings
Water |
5/1/2021 - 10/31/2021 |
Per your Schedule |
Dinosaur State Park
Rocky Hill |
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Story Walks
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Enjoy a self-guided walk around the pond as you read the story 'Thirteen Moons on Turtle’s Back' by Joseph Bruchac and Jonathon London. Read aloud as you follow the signs laying out the book for you and your family. Suitable for all ages to enjoy. |
5/12/2021 - 5/15/2021 |
10:00 am -2:00 pm Wednesday through Saturday |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Frances' Favorite Things
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Learn about Frances Osborne Kellogg’s Favorite Things in celebration of her 145th birthday. Attend an online presentation and view rare photos of Frances and understand her life by learning about the things that brought joy to her. |
5/18/2021 |
6:00pm |
Online
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Ranger Russ on Facebook Live
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Live programs on a wide variety of topics from park visits to wildlife and employee interviews to habitat inquiries. |
5/18/2021 - 9/28/2021 |
Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 11:30am |
Online
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Turtle Trafficking
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Webinar- Kyle Testerman will give insight into the issues around illegal trade of turtles and turtle materials. |
5/19/2021 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm |
Online
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Turtle Stories
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Zoom Event- Turtles are an important part of Connecticut tribal history. Join Native American Storyteller, Darlene Kascak to learn more about turtles through local culture and traditions. |
5/21/2021 |
1:00 - 1:45pm |
Online
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World Turtle Day Turtle Talk
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Meet Evelyn Kubik under the tent for this outdoor program and exploration all about turtles. All ages are welcome to learn about the uniqueness of being a turtle and then enjoy self-guiding exploration of turtle habitat while enjoying our Story Walk around the pond and a totally turtle scavenger hunt. Masks must be worn while attending the program. |
5/22/2021 |
1:00pm |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Turtle Time
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Webinar- Celebrate World Turtle Day with Goodwin Conservation Center as we uncover the secretive lives of Connecticut’s twelve native turtles species. We’ll be discussing how our terrestrial, aquatic, and marine turtles survive and thrive in CT, as well as highlighting some special adaptations, histories, and behaviors that make this group of reptiles so unique. |
5/24/2021 |
5:00 - 6:00pm |
Online
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Brown Hill Marsh Hike
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This 3-mile hike follows Goodwin’s Yellow Trail around the scenic Brown Hill Marsh. |
5/30/2021 |
10:00am-12:00pm |
James L. Goodwin Conservation Center
Hampton |
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Informational Hearing - RevLNG, LLC
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If requested, hearing to be held to present information about and receive public comments on application for an anaerobic digestion facility in Ellington. |
6/7/2021 |
3:00 PM |
Zoom
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SIPRAC
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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. |
6/10/2021 |
9:30am |
Webinar only (at this time)
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Animal Architects
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Wildlife uses a variety of materials and techniques to construct their homes. Enjoy a family centered program that spotlights some of the most dynamic examples of homes created by birds, mammals and insects. Meet at the tables under the tent for the program and then enjoy a short hike to explore natural finds and examples along the trails at Osbornedale State Park. |
6/12/2021 |
10:00am |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Summer Birds- Our Neotropical Residents
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Webinar- We know what snowbirds are. Now learn about the summer birds, the neotropical birds that migrate to Connecticut for the summer months. Join Laura Rogers-Castro and Paul Fusco, CT DEEP wildlife biologists as they highlight these showy summer residents. |
6/17/2021 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm |
Online
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Oral Argument - First Taxing District of New Canaan
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Parties' arguments to final decision-maker on exceptions to proposed decision on dam safety permit. |
6/17/2021 |
1:00 PM |
Zoom
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Oriental Rugs and Natures’ Symbols
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Karen Reddington-Hughes from Abrash Galleries, Woodbury, CT will be on hand for an in-person presentation about oriental rugs and their history. |
6/19/2021 |
10:00am - 11:00am |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Pond Exploration
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Ponds are much more than turtles and fish. Join the environmental center’s naturalists to look at the diversity of creatures living in the water. Nets and pans are provided along with other equipment for you to catch, examine, and release animals back into their environment. Please dress for mess and understand that there will be mud. |
6/26/2021 |
10:00am |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Insect Safari
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It’s a jungle out there in the grass and trees. Using a variety of collection equipment you will be able to capture and examine a wide variety of insects in the meadow and tree line of Osbornedale State Park. Learn about special adaptations and features that help them blend and pretend for survival and hunting needs. Please wear long pants and provide your own repellant if needed. |
7/3/2021 |
10:00am |
Kellogg Environmental Center
Derby |
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Exams for Forester, Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Products Harvester
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Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut. |
7/7/2021 |
9am |
On-line
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Ovenbirds and Wood Thrush, Research and the CT Bird Atlas
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Webinar - Min Huang, Wildlife biologist and co-coordinator of the CT Bird Atlas, will present a special program featuring the Wood Thrush and the Ovenbird. Learn about the research and nesting studies of these birds and the findings that are now part of the CT Bird Atlas. This presentation is best suited for adults and bird enthusiasts. |
7/8/2021 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm |
Online
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One Bird, Two Climates- A Look at Shorebirds
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Webinar- Paul Fusco and Laura Rogers-Castro will present an evening of shore birds. These special birds travel between climate zones as their annual lifecycle pattern. |
8/5/2021 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm |
Online
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SIPRAC
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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. |
8/12/2021 |
9:30am |
Webinar only (at this time)
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Bats!
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Webinar- Maureen Heidtmann, DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist, will share her knowledge and love for bats. Program finishes in time for you to use your knowledge to watch bats in your neighborhood. |
8/26/2021 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm |
Online
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Exams for Forester, Supervising Forest Products Harvester and Forest Products Harvester
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Certification is required of all persons who conduct Commercial Forest Practices within the State of Connecticut. |
10/6/2021 |
9am |
On-line
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SIPRAC
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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. |
10/14/2021 |
9:30am |
Webinar only (at this time)
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SIPRAC
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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. |
12/9/2021 |
9:30am |
Webinar only (at this time)
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