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Increasingly the bond between nature and the young is breaking.
The Friends of the Norwalk Islands is dedicated to connecting children with nature by offering outdoor recreational and educational activities through our local National Wildlife Refuge. By introducing young people to the natural wonders around them, we are providing enjoyable opportunities that have been shown to improve their physical ability; enhance their academic performance; and foster self-esteem. |
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Nature of Learning – 4th grade curriculum
Nature Photography – After school & summer program
Kayaking Tours
Over 375 kids experienced The Nature of Learning in 2011. Your donation will help us continue and expand the program for this school year.
Accomplishments to date:
- April 2011: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services’ WoW (Watershed on Wheels) visits Norwalk Elementary Schools.
- May 2011: Classroom workshops conducted in 12, 4th grade classrooms in 4 Norwalk Elementary Schools.
- June 2011: Field Trip to Chimon Island aboard the USFWS’ Landing Craft. What the teacher’s are saying:
Exploring Chimon Island
“Great workshop…doing group work, than presenting was a good way to keep children engaged and to apply what they learned. The trip to Chimon Island was a good way to tie everything together.” – Ms. Terry, 4th grade teacher, Jefferson Science Magnet
“Excellent program, it coincided with 4th grade animal adaptation science lessons…they (the students) were really surrounded by the information we were providing.” – Ms. Carlton, 4th grade teacher, Rowayton Elementary
“Learning about local islands was very meaningful to the students.” – Ms. Aymerich, 4th grade teacher, Naramake Elementary
In partnership with the 
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and others our mission is to conserve, protect and enhance the environmental, recreational, commercial and cultural significance of the Norwalk Islands and to build awareness of the National Wildlife Refuge System.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and others our mission is to conserve, protect and enhance the environmental, recreational, commercial and cultural significance of the Norwalk Islands and to build awareness of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Friends of the Norwalk Islands, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
“Connecting Kids with Nature”
