In 1967 Trudie Pratt wrote: “The idea of starting an OutdoorEducation Center came to me after a group of four year olds and their teachers came to visit us from New York City. When the children got out of their cars, they flew in every direction, like caged birds suddenly freed. They ran up Mount Tom and Rolled down.They stood on the bridge […]
Just recently Calder ( Enrichment Counselor and all around amazing person) came to me with a concern about his enrichment groups …. In Calders words …” I am having trouble in motivating my groups to enjoy the garden for more than a few moments. Its hard for me to admit this because I have never
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Your favorite Tortoise and Summer Camp Staff will be taking their show on the road this Friday and Saturday at The New Milford Village Fair Days! Make sure you drop in for a visit! Mark has made a great new portable Bruno enclosure and Calder and I are working on our touch tables…..Who thinks we
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The Barnyard Bash was a huge success! Lots of great families, food, and fun. Thanks to everyone that came! Here are some photos of the event as it happened. The “Tuesday group” plus a few extras The food tents Families enjoying the Bash. Kathy and Kurt, running the show. Staff taking a break No picnic
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There is still time to reserve your spot 860-355-3137…… Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and all the fixens’ will be provided… and smores of course!!! $10.00 per person, or $30.00 per family. Call the office to reserve your spot!!!!! OR by the tickets at camp!!! Invite your friends!
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Welcome!! Whether you meet us in your classroom, on a field trip, at an event or a workshop,through enrichment or by attending summer camp you quickly learn The Pratt Nature Center is a special place. Opportunities abound for learning more about yourself and the world around you than you could ever learn while being inside…. I
