By Elanah Sherman A workshop sponsored by our collaborative partner, South East Connecticut Community Center of the Blind, will enhance Avalonia’s capacity to improve accessibility for people who have, in the words of the announcement, hearing or/and vision loss.…
Our passive listening devices recorded several species of ground-nesting birds last spring in the Preston Nature Preserve. Since many of these are birds of conservation concern, we are trying something new and are closing the Preserve to visitors for this…
On Saturday, March 15, a team from Avalonia, Girl Scout Troup 63034, Rep. Nick Gauthier from the 38th District, and others, gathered at the Bond Property. It was a great day, and Montville Girl Scout Troop 63034 Leader, Liz Preiss,…
Avalonia Land Conservancy’s 2024 Annual Meeting proved to be a resounding success, drawing a crowd of more than 100 people, with a waiting list of eager attendees. Held at the La Grua Center in Stonington Borough, the event brought together…
It is with heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of Frank Eppinger. A celebration of his life was held on September 29th at the Wadawancuk Club in Stonington, CT. Frank was lauded to the rooftops in a…
The Dean's Mill bridge project in Stonington is complete! Talk about a team effort! Upon receipt of a grant from the Stonington Garden Club, the Stonington Town Committee was able to purchase the lumber and supplies. To get to…
The first annual Wequetequock Cove Clean Water Festival was held on July 14, at The Hounds event site on Route 1 in Stonington, sponsored by the Wequetequock Clean Water Coalition. Avalonia was proud to be one of approximately 12 non-profits/groups to…
On Saturday, May 18, Avalonia joined 28 other conservation organizations at Earthfest at McCook's Park in Niantic, CT. This children-friendly event featured music, live animals, and lots of fun activities. Avalonia once again made seed bombs with pollinator seeds, which…
The Rotary of the Stoningtons held their "Day of Service" on May 18th, and generously donated their time to Stonington's Dodge Paddock/Beal Preserve in Stonington Borough. They joined the Stonington Town Committee team of Beth Sullivan, John Swenarton,…
By Elanah Sherman Last month’s Opening Spaces described information templates for hikes. This month, we consider templates for indoor events. In addition to facts about parking and communication, this template may also provide information on, among other things, ramps, entry…
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