Experiential Outdoor Programs
Get your students out in nature, where they belong.
The Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut offers diverse, hands-on, and experiential programs to inspire the appreciation and enjoyment of nature in your students. Field trip programs take place at either the Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center OR the Indian Rock Nature Preserve utilizing the preserves 280-acres with trails, a scenic pond, and farm. Additionally, any program available Out-to-School is also available as a field trip.
Please find a complete guide to both Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten to 5th Grade program descriptions downloadable below. Each guide is complete with a description and information regarding aligned standards, duration of time, max number of students, and cost.
We’ve got you covered.
Looking for another topic that you don’t see listed? We’ve got you covered. Reach out to our Director of Education, Kirsten Tomlinson, to discuss alternative options. Programs can be adapted for any grade level and customized to meet your specific needs.
Schedule a field trip to Barnes Nature Center or Indian Rock Nature Preserve
Field Trips or Presentations should be scheduled at least two weeks in advance by calling the Center at (860) 583-1234 ext. 105 or by emailing our Director of Education, Kirsten Tomlinson, at: ktomlinson@elcct.org.