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
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…
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…
by Lili Kane, Land Stewardship Intern Three weeks ago, a small group of Avalonia volunteers and staff joined Dr. Carole Cheah, a research scientist from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, at Hoffman Preserve in Stonington for an exciting new venture…
There’s Something for Everyone Woods, wetlands, meadows, or beach; Flat, steep, or in-between; Avalonia’s trails are so diverse, you’re sure to find something that fits your mood and skill level. Check out our new Trailfinder feature to find just the…
If you have driven down East Clarks Falls Road in North Stonington during the last two months, it is likely you have noticed an increase in activity at our Yannatos Preserve. Sitting astride the junction of Wyassup Brook and Green…
The Yannatos Preserve off Clark Falls Road in North Stonington will be closed from Wednesday 5/22 to Sunday 5/26 for improvements to the parking area. For your safety and the safety of those working at the preserve, please schedule any…
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…
Story and photos by Gail Kahover A group of Stonington High School students spent a sunny morning last Friday helping clean out winter’s debris at Avalonia’s Copp’s Brook Preserve. The 18 students and two teachers removed invasive plants at the…
Avalonia Land Conservancy, Inc. has purchased an important conservation property from the Glemboski-Ous family of 159.42 acres in Bozrah and Montville. This also abuts the Nature Conservancy’s 343-acre Milo Light Preserve in Montville, creating a nearly 500-acre unfragmented greenway wildlife…
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