Education & Outreach
Beyond our signature programs—including the Farm-Based Wellness Program and Schooner Camp—Gather New Haven offers field trips, guided nature walks, volunteer days, and community learning experiences that invite people to explore the natural spaces all around them. From hiking a preserve trail to cooking with fresh produce or getting out on the water, our programs help people connect with nature, with one another, and with the city we share.
At the heart of our work is the belief that community, health, and the environment are deeply connected. We want people to learn, explore, gather, and have fun—whether that’s through hands-on environmental education, wellness and nutrition programs, or simply spending time outdoors together.
Educational Resources for Students and Teachers
Field Trips
We’d love to host your class for a fun, hands-on educational field trip at one of our Community Nature Preserves!
Locations:
- Long Wharf Nature Preserve
- Quinnipiac Meadows Nature Preserve
Trip Length:
Approximately 2 hours (typically 10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Group Size:
- One classroom per visit
- Up to 25 students and 2–3 adult chaperones
Cost:
For pricing, contact: info@gathernewhaven.org
Transportation:
Schools are responsible for arranging transportation to and from the preserve
We offer lessons and activities on the following topics:
Ecosystems: Food Webs/Food Chains, Predator & Prey, Producers/Consumers
Habitats: Salt Marsh, Woodlands, Beach/Mud Flats, River, Estuary, and Prairie
Local Wildlife: Natural History/Life Cycles, Animal Adaptations, Mollusks of LIS
Water: Water Cycle, Water Quality, Water Filtration, Watersheds, Erosion, Tides
Stewardship: Conservation, Pollution, Trash/Recycling, Participate in a clean-up
Art & Nature: Writing and Drawing in Nature, Natural Journaling
Field trips can be scheduled for Fall or Spring.
Teachers can also use our nature preserves to host their own self-led field trips.
We also offer site-specific lesson plans and educational guides available upon request.
Guided Nature Walks
We offer guided nature walks for groups at our community nature preserves throughout New Haven. Each walk is tailored to the unique landscape, ecology, and history of the preserve being explored.
For questions or more information, contact us at info@gathernewhaven.org.
Upcoming Events
We’re always adding new events, programs, and opportunities to connect with nature and grow community.
Check back often to see what’s coming up!