Early Dismissal Programs at the DNC

Enrich your child's day with activities at the Nature Center! 

 March 19 - March 21

Drop-Off Programs


Wednesday, March 19

Afternoon with the Animals!



It is conference time and the kids are out early, why not bring your animal lover to the nature center for some up-close, hands-on time with our mammals, reptiles and birds.


2:00 - 3:30 PM

Grades K-5

$60 per child, per day

Membership is not required


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Family Program


Thursday, March 20

Celebrate the Vernal Equinox at

the Darien Nature Center!


The equinoxes are the two moments in a year where the sun is directly over the equator and day and night are of equal length. Bring your family to the Nature Center to celebrate the equinox and the first day of spring with a family hike, S'mores, animals and activities for all ages.


3:00 - 4:30 PM

Ages 3 and up

Please consider a suggested $25 donation

Membership is not required


Register Here
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