Woodcock Offers Family Fun

Woodcock Nature Center’s Frothy Forage event returns April 29th and prospective attendees would be wise to purchase tickets early! An event for the entire family (furry ones too!), Frothy Forage is a one-of-a-kind trek through Woodcock’s picturesque woods and wetlands with beer and soda sampling at stops along the way. The sell-out event has become a staple among Woodcock’s many popular outdoor activities which take place on the nature center’s 150-acre preserve spanning Wilton and Ridgefield.

Foragers will be delighted along a 60-minute trek by everything from animal encounters, treasure hunts and nature activities to tastings of craft brews and sodas from local vendors including long-time partner Nod Hill Brewery in Ridgefield. Furry family members will enjoy goodies along the way too thanks to Ridgefield Pet and, when the hike is complete, families and friends can relax near the pond enjoying live music in the pavilion, Woodcock’s famous natural playground and food for purchase from an on-site food truck - last year’s Genoa Wood Fired Pizza Truck was a huge hit!

All proceeds from this unforgettable event benefit environmental education programs at Woodcock Nature Center, a non-profit organization since 1972. The event draws over 350 guests of all ages throughout the day. Additional event partners have included Fairfield County Bank, Hosmer Mountain Beverages, Boxed Water, Outdoor Sports Center, Uncle Leo’s Donuts, Owls’ Brew, Izze Sparkling Soda, and Wilton Go Green.

21+ admission is $55 and includes a souvenir tasting glass plus snacks and goodies from sponsors along with beer and soda sampling. Spectators, designated drivers and kids 3 and up are $25 and welcome to enjoy all the non-alcoholic offerings, snacks and on-site activities. Leashed dogs are encouraged. Due to parking constraints, advanced purchase of timed tickets is required and available on the Woodcock website, woodcocknaturecenter.org. A rain date is set for April 30th. •