In the charming state of Connecticut, known affectionally as "CT" to locals, nestled between the rolling hills and quaint coastal towns, there exists a band of green-thumbed warriors. These aren't your ordinary warriors. They don't carry swords or shields, but rather trowels, watering cans, and seeds. You see, these are the Garden Avengers of CT, an uncommon group of kids with a common love for all things green and growing. Leader of the pack is Benny the Broccoli Boy, an energetic 10-year-old with broccoli-stalk hair that springs up like the tips of his favorite veggie! Benny has a special talent for making things grow, just a touch from his broccoli sprouts and plants spring to life! His laughter is contagious, spreading around like pollen on a breezy day, making everyone around him brighten up like sunflowers reaching for the sun. These pint-sized gardeners, armed with their mini wheelbarrows, are on a mission to fill CT with the most vibrant flowers, the crunchiest vegetables, and the juiciest fruits. Whether it's the sunniest day of summer or the chilliest day of fall, you'll find them in their gardens, planting, watering, and laughing. From the seaport lighthouse of Mystic to the bustling cityscape of Hartford, wherever you go in CT, you'll witness their gardening gallantry. Every pumpkin patch, every tulip field, every apple orchard bears the hallmark of their green fingers. And every harvest season, as the leaves turn into a kaleidoscope of colors, the Garden Avengers come together for a grand feast, celebrating their love for nature, camaraderie, and, of course, Benny's ever-hilarious broccoli head!

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

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Nature-lovers will delight in the acres of woods, trails, and ponds, plus the Visitor Center building with its museum, store, and Children's Adventure Center. The grounds around the Sharon Audubon Center offer a variety of outdoor experiences. There are raptor aviaries, a pollinator garden, and a butterfly house to explore, plus a working sugarhouse that used to be an ice house. Kids will love the Children's Adventure Center, adults can enjoy the natural history museum, and everyone can find something to take home in the Audubon Nature Store. The Sharon Audubon Center is a perfect place for families to discover the wonders of nature. Whether you're looking for a quiet hike through the woods, a chance to observe wildlife, or simply a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors, the center has something for everyone. Come explore the 1,147 acres of forest, the 11 miles of trails, and the two ponds, and take home a unique memory of your time at the Sharon Audubon Center.

Sharon, CT 06069