Help Nix the Knotweed July 11 at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Nix the Knotweed

Saturday, July 11

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Join Ranger Maria and the Conservation Corps as we continue our long-term effort to manage invasive Japanese Knotweed on the Nature Center property using non-chemical methods. 

Volunteers will help cut and remove knotweed from sensitive habitat areas to encourage native plants to return. 

Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, and a snack.

For ages 12 and up. An adult must accompany children 16 and under.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

Nix the Knotweed Saturday at Ansonia Nature Center

 

Join Ansonia Nature Center volunteers Jan. 24, learn about invasive plants

ANSONIA - Join our volunteers at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 24 to help restore wild places, swap seasonal sadness for woodland adventure, and find connection in the quiet beauty of winter

Curious about invasive plants and what they look like in the winter? Come along and help our Volunteer Conservation Corps find these resilient plants. 

Learn how species like barberry, burning bush, and oriental bittersweet continue to spread even when the temperature drops. It's a great opportunity to see how these plants adapt and what we can do to manage them. 

All experience levels welcome! 12 years and older welcome! Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

Help Ansonia Nature Center volunteers, learn about invasive plants

ANSONIA - Curious about invasive plants and what they look like in the winter? 

Come along at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 22 and help the Nature Center’s Volunteer Conservation Corps find these resilient plants.

Learn how species like barberry, burning bush, and oriental bittersweet continue to spread even when the temperature drops. It's a great opportunity to see how these plants adapt and what we can do to manage them. 

All experience levels welcome! 12 years and older welcome! Under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Click HERE to register or for more information.

The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

Nix the Knotweed Saturday at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Ansonia Nature Center seeks Conservation Corps volunteers

ANSONIA - Join us at the Nature Center, preserving and enhancing our precious forests and meadows! 

We’re on a mission to protect the integrity of our natural habitats by removing harmful invasive species and nurturing our valuable trees and plants.

Our team is committed to safeguarding the tree canopy and preventing the further encroachment of destructive plants. From cutting down invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines to clearing out other invasive species, we’re actively working to restore and maintain the health and biodiversity of our landscapes. 

Conservation Corps work sessions will be held:  April 22, 29, 9:30 a.m.; April 26, 9:30 a.m.; May 6, 13, 20, 27, 9:30 a.m.; May 24, 9:30 a.m.

Whether you’re 18 or 80, our Conservation Corps welcomes newcomers eager to impact the environment positively. 

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to learn more about the Conservation Corps.

This is shared from a press release. 

Ansonia Nature Center seeks Conservation Corps volunteers

 

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia.

Ansonia Nature Center slates Conservation Corps sessions

Conservation Corps - Sessions: Jan. 2, 10, 16, 25, and 27, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

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ANSONIA - Join Ranger Maria for winter afternoons in the Nature Center forest. 

The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18 - 80 that welcomes newcomers. 

During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. 

One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. Let’s make a positive impact together!  Register 

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

January Dates

• Tuesday, Jan. 2
• Wednesday, Jan. 10
• Tuesday, Jan. 16
• Thursday, Jan. 25
• Saturday, Jan. 27

February Dates

• Tuesday, Feb. 6
• Wednesday, Feb. 14
• Tuesday, Feb. 20
• Thursday, Feb. 22
• Sunday, Feb. 25

March Dates

• Tuesday, March 5
• Wednesday, March 13
• Tuesday, March 19
• Thursday, March 21
• Saturday, March 23

Conservation Corps to meet Sunday morning at Ansonia Nature Center

Dec. 9 ~ 9:30-11:30 a.m.

ANSONIA - Join Ranger Maria for winter mornings in the Ansonia Nature Center forest. 

The Conservation Corps is an active group with members aged 18-80 that welcomes newcomers. 

During the winter, we tackle the issue of invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines that are harming our trees. One session can make a difference by saving six 50-year-old trees. Let’s make a positive impact together! 

Register here for this adult program. The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the Center.

Ansonia Nature Center seeks help in preserving natural habitats

Sunday, Nov. 5, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

ANSONIA - With the skyrocketing spread of invasive vegetation, the Ansonia Nature Center’s creatures need your help preserving the natural habitats. 

Join us for this workgroup that is aimed at cutting back invasive plants. 

Afterward, we will have a light lunch at the pavilion to brainstorm our next efforts. 

Register online. Ages 14 and up. Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We will be working on uneven ground as well as off-trail. 

Bring plenty of water and snacks too! Click here.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane.

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature Center. 

Ansonia Nature Center seeks volunteers to join conservation corps

This is a press release from the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center, 10 Deerfield Lane.

Ansonia Nature Center needs help with spread of invasive plants

ANRC Conservation Corps - Tuesday Workgroup – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

With the skyrocketing spread of invasive plants, the Nature Center’s wildlife needs your help preserving their habitats.

Join us for Tuesday's Conservation Corps for a morning of land management tasks. This ongoing program will allow people to work it into their sometimes busy schedules.

Please register in advance online. This program is for ages 14 and up.

Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We will be working on uneven ground as well as off-trail. Bring plenty of water and snacks too! Register here.

DATES:

Oct. 3, 10, 17, & 31
Nov. 7, 14, 21, & 28
Dec. 5 & 12

This is a press release from the Nature Center, 10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia.