Hikes
A Near-Earth-Day Wildflower, Amphibian, and Early Returning Songbirds Saunter at Benedict Benson Preserve
Benedict Benson Preserve Swantown Hill Road, North Stonington, CT, United StatesThe Benson Preserve, a typical Southern New England post-agricultural-abandonment upland forest dominated by oaks, beeches, birches, and hickories, features many mature trees, some of them home to Pileated Woodpeckers, as well as to a wide array of hardwood forest songbirds, the most intriguing of which is the Cerulean Warbler. This stunning bird, which is listed…
Rocky Road: A Geological Exploration of Pine Swamp Preserve in Ledyard
Pine Swamp and Wildlife Corridor 113 Whalehead Rd, Gales Ferry, CT, United StatesRain date: Saturday, May 17, same time Join geologist Mary DiGiacomo-Cohen for a tour of Pine Swamp Preserve that traces the geological history of the site from tiny grains of sand to imposing boulders. More details, including accessibility information, will be posted by April 1. Post-event reception will include beverages and a Rocky Road dessert!