Connecticut State No Child Left Inside®

NCLI® Great Outdoor Pursuit 2021

This summers Great Outdoor Pursuit program was a success! Families were able to get outside locally, and within our CT State Parks, Forests and Wildlife Management Areas for some healthy fun and exercise, all while making memories together.

Our State Parks

Whether camping, swimming, boating, horseback riding, biking, letterboxing, hiking, or fishing, Connecticut’s vast system of state parks and forests has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast in your family, including the NCLI Mascot Nuts 2.

Outdoor Activities

Enjoy time outdoors in CT this winter with your family and friends. There are so many things to do outside in CT State Parks and Forests in the winter. There are many relaxing, active and fun winter activities for families to choose from: walking, hiking, ice fishing, ice skating, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and downhill skiing to just name a few. Don't forget that many of our DEEP Nature Centers and Museums are also open during the winter months.