Art in a Park at Ricker Pond State Park
Create your own habitat shadow box as we explore where our forest animals live and how they build their homes!
Join us under the Ricker Pond Pavilion.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Create your own habitat shadow box as we explore where our forest animals live and how they build their homes!
Join us under the Ricker Pond Pavilion.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Test your knowledge of Groton's wild animals at this family-friendly trivia night!
Join us under the Stillwater Pavilion.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Grab a net and splash into the world of aquatic insects as we search for these curious stream-dwelling creatures!
Join us at the Stillwater Campground Loop 1 Bridge.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Explore and learn about the wild edible plants of Groton State Forest as you sample tea and treats made from local plants.
Join us outside the Stillwater Contact Station.
Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn the essential components of a map, how maps get made, and make a map of your own. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Program is free to campers or with purchase of park day pass.
Learn about how to use iNaturalist and similar apps to identify plants and animals. A great way to combine nature and technology! Meet at the contact station at park entrance.
Program is free to campers or with purchase of park day use. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Play rounds of bingo while learning fun facts about vermont flora and fauna. Prizes include candy and temporary tattoos! Meet by picnic tables next to nature center.
Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Program is free to all campers or with purchase of park day pass.
Learn what it takes to be a Vermont State Parks junior ranger, complete activities in the ranger book, and take the ranger oath! Ideal for kids ages 4-14, but all are welcome. Program is free for campers or with purchase of park day pass. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Create crafts like leaf rubbings, flower pressings, fern coloring pages, and more! Ideal for kids ages 4-12, but all are welcome. Program is free to campers or with purchase of park day entry. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Enjoy nature-themed stories with our park interpreter by the lake. Ideal for kids aged 3-8.
Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Program is free to campers or with purchase of park day pass.