Back to Basics: Natural Dyes at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center Saturday, August 1st at 10am

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Interested in how you can decorate clothes and fabric using only plants? Head out to the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center Saturday, August 1st at 10am to join fiber artists Dawn Sotir and Jody Bishel in a fun lesson in naturally dying fibers. They will lead a short hike to identify plants that can be used for dyeing, then perform a demonstration. There is a fee of $8 per person, and be sure to pre-register by calling the center at (203) 736-1053. 

Don’t forget to send us your artistic creations here!

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Sticks and Stones Program at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Sunday, July 30th at 1pm

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Head on over to the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center this Sunday (7/30) at 1pm for a fun afternoon program. Learn how to use natural resources to make a walking stick, a burn bowl, and a stone cairn. This program is great for kids ages 10-18. There is a fee of $10.20 for members or $12 for non-members. 

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Full Blue Moon and Firefly Hike at the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center Friday (7/31) at 7:30pm

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Want to explore nature trails under the blue moon and search for insects that glow? Head out the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center this Friday, July 31st at 7:30pm to join the park rangers on a nighttime walk around the trails in the park. The rangers will be looking for glowworms and fireflies. This event is for adults and children, and there is a $1 fee per person. Strap on your hiking boots, and be sure to pre-register by calling the center at 203-736-1053.

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