RIPLEY WATERFOWL CONSERVANCY
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Our Commitment

We are committed to education. We believe that knowledge is one of the very best tools for wildlife conservation and we strive to educate our guests about what they can do to help protect our planet. We also partner with educators to enliven core science curricula by utilizing Ripley's unique collection of birds.

Our Programs

1. Our programs adhere to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
2. Programs are available for all age groups, from kindergarten to retirement communities
3. Programs are available both onsite and offsite

If you come to us: 
Programs are 90 minutes in length*
Include unlimited access to the Conservancy during normal business hours
Offer a meet-and-greet with our Avian Ambassadors
Fee: $100 + $8 per program participant

If we come to you:
Programs are 60 minutes in length*
Offer a meet-and-greet with our avian ambassadors
Fee: $200 + mileage traveled (0.55 cents/mile)

*Program length can be modified, please contact the Conservancy for a price quote

Standard Programs

avian ambassadors environmental education
Avian Ambassadors
wetland aquatic health
Wetland Health Inspector
threatened and endangered species
Birds on the Brink
duckling
Duckling Development
plastic pollution
Microplastic Pollution
birds feathers and flight
Birds of a Feather
distance learning
Distance Learning

Custom Programs

If you have an idea for a program or are simply brainstorming ways to fit the Conservancy into your curriculum, please contact Colleen Peters, our Head of Education, for further details.
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Previously designed specialty programs include:
Avian Embryology
Animal Behavior-Ethograms
Speciation
Art/Photography Classes

Events

Event programs are available year-round onsite at the Conservancy and offsite at your location. Please contact the Conservancy for further details.
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Previous Specialty Events Include:
Birthday Parties
Garden Parties
Library Readings
Yoga
Meditative Hikes
Retirement Home Visits

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​55 Duck POND ROAD | P.O. Box 210 |
Litchfield, CT 06759

Phone: 860.567.2062 | Fax: 860.567.4369  info@ripleyconservancy.org

  • Home
  • About
    • Ripley Staff
    • Who We Are
    • Career Opportunities
    • New Identity
    • Board of Directors
    • The Collection >
      • Collection Plan
      • Species Guide
  • Visit
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Photography
    • Guided Tours & Field Trips
  • Support
    • Pheasantry
    • Donate
    • Become a Member
    • Partners
  • Education
    • At Home Education: Species Highlight Videos
    • Explore
    • Featured Programs >
      • Avian Ambassadors
      • Wetland Health Inspector
      • Birds on the Brink
      • Duckling Development
      • Birds of a Feather
      • Distance Learning
      • Education Collaboration
      • Microplastic Pollution
      • Ripley and the Girl Scouts
    • Incubator Kits
    • The Reviews Are In
    • Internships >
      • Avian Care and Environmental Education Intern
      • Junior Aviculturist
  • Research
    • Current Research >
      • Institutional
      • State of Connecticut
    • Past Research >
      • Harvard Collaboration
      • Long-Tailed Duck Harvest Survey
      • Eider Nutrient Allocation
  • Conservation Action
  • Upcoming Events
    • Winter Events
  • Newsletter