A Sneak Peak: Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor
Meet a surprise guest in this video introduction to Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor, site of our May 10 geology stroll! LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENT AND REGISTER HERE
Preston Nature Preserve is Closed for Nesting Season 2025
The Preston Nature Preserve is now Closed until August 16, 2025 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…
Shorebird Stewards Needed For Sandy Point Island
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and Avalonia Land Conservancy (ALC) are looking for shorebird steward volunteers at Sandy Point Island! Together, the USFWS and ALC manage the Island for migrating shorebirds such as piping plovers, American oystercatchers, and least…
Last Week to Enjoy Preston Nature Preserve before We Turn it over to the Birds for Nesting Season
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…
A Tour of the Bond Property
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,…
Our Trail Cam Captures Two Bobkittens
There’s nothing quite as exciting as a glimpse into the secret lives of wildlife. Recently, our trail cam in the Anguilla Brook Northern Headwaters Preserve in North Stonington delivered just that — a heartwarming sight of two bobkittens exploring their…
Be advised: Trail Re-routing in effect at Moore Woodlands
A portion of the Blue Trail at Moore Woodlands Preserve in Groton has been rerouted for safety considerations. This rerouted area is clearly marked in the field and is denoted on the following map. Visitors are asked to adhere to…
Celebrating Richard and Mary Cooper Preserve in North Stonington
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, we gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Cooper Preserve in North Stonington. A good time was had by all! Thanks for joining us! Photos by Gail Kahover
6 Spots for Great Photographs in Avalonia Preserves
Story and photos by Gail Kahover You still have a little time to enter the 2024 Photo Contest — the deadline is this Saturday, August 31. If you need some direction, point your compass to one of these six…
It’s a Short Walk to the Best Picnic Spots on Avalonia Preserves
by Sharon J. Lynch Sometimes, it is nice to find a moment to eat, absorb fresh air, light breezes, and the sounds, sights, and smells of nature. Maybe you are a parent with a toddler you are introducing to…
