Ms. Cia Marion, a Westport CT. resident and avid Monarch Butterfly “nurturer”, who has several nesting stations around her backyard, will be returning to the Nature Center to share new information about this year’s hatch and allow us to observe these Monarchs further along in their development. All ages are welcome to attend.

Thank you to all our wonderful supporters who made our 26th Annual Shorefest on September 6, 2024, such a success. Their contributions to our event and Silent Auction will help us preserve Sherwood Island State Park and support our educational programs. Please join us in thanking them for their commitment to our Sherwood Island community...

First Day 2025 walk along the beach

Capture stunning outdoor images with your smartphone

Help us plant native grasses to restore the dunes

Come to the park the weekend of June 7 & 8 and particpate in Connecticut Trails Day  June 7 – CT Trails Day 8:30am – 10:30am Kayak survey of the salt marsh to find diamondback Terrapins Paddling is the best way to explore the salt marsh. Join us to count Diamondback Terrapins with Maggie Cozens,...

Attend the Friends' Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 8. Meet the Board, Officers, and the Park Supervisor.

Meet and Greet with Smokey Bear Come visit Sherwood Island Nature Center to meet Smokey Bear and some of his wildland firefighters to learn about forest fire prevention in CT  

Do you love turtles? Come to the Nature Center everyday from 2pm to 3pm to watch the turtles have their lunch and learn about the different species of turtles that live in CT, specifically at Sherwood Island, and what to do when you find one.