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SUMMARY:Greet-the-Morning Hike at Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve in North Stonington
DESCRIPTION:From time immemorial\, observers have found poetry—and poetic prose—in nature. Whatever form your observations have taken\, we’ll have plenty to observe and record as we greet the morning and hike Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve in North Stonington. \nTefftweald\, a former Girl Scout camp\, is a 77-acre masterpiece of upland forest\, meadows\, wetlands\, old graveyards and cellar holes\, and its wonderfully photogenic Wyassup Brook always offers inspiration. We’ll explore the woodland trails at a pace leisurely enough to enable everyone to give the Preserve a close read and stop often enough to capture the abundant plants and animals\, from early blooming Mountain laurels to birds\, butterflies\, and dragonflies.  \nAt the Poet’s Bench\, we’ll pause to give everyone who’s willing the chance to share a treasured bit of verse. Walk leader Bruce Fellman is a veteran photojournalist\, naturalist\, and documentarian who has kept and published a weekly Naturalist’s Journal in a number of local newspapers for the past 47 years. \nRegistration is limited to 25. \nRegister Here \n  \nAccessibility Note:\n \nParking: Small lot located about 100 yards down an unnamed gravel-and-dirt side street off of Grindstone Hill Road (approximately 281 Grindstone Hill Road) at the start of the Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve’s main trail. Lot with packed dirt surface\, no accessible space\, room for 8–10 cars. Additional parking available along the road.\nTrails: Narrow in spots\, some slopes\, some protrusions into pathway\, occasional wet areas\, and occasional off-trail walking.\nCommunication: This walk will be amplified; sign language interpretation will be provided.\n \nAvalonia Accessibility Statement: https://avalonia.org/accessibility-for-people-with-disabilities-statement/\nAccessibility point person: Mary Anne Sherman\, 860-884-3500 or avalonialc@yahoo.com\n \n \nFeatured image: Avalonia’s Tefftweald at Birchenturn by Sherry April\n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/greet-the-morning-hike-at-tefftweald-at-birchenturn-preserve-in-north-stonington/
LOCATION:Tefftweald at Birchenturn\, 282 Grindstone Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks
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SUMMARY:Glemboski-Ous Preserve Opening
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the opening of our newest preserve\, Glemboski-Ous\, a beautiful 160-acre jewel that crosses Trading Cove Brook in Bozrah\, Connecticut\, with a dedication\, ribbon cutting\, refreshments\, and a guided hike. \nSATURDAY\, AUGUST 9 at 10 AM\nRain date: Sunday\, August 10\, 2025 \nREGISTER HERE \nSouth Road (approximately 1 mile from Route 163)\, Bozrah\, CT\nPark in the lot on South Road (across from 102 South Road) \n  \nAccessibility details: \nStructural: Parking lot includes one accessible space adjacent to the trailhead. Entry trail is about five feet wide\, with a packed stone dust surface. This trail leads to a bridge with a threshold at each end of about one and one-half inches. Bridge is six feet wide. Handrails are about four and one-half feet tall. After the bridge\, the trail widens to about seven feet and has a slope from 1:8 to 1:6. Surface is rocky and uneven. Side trails are narrow\, with surface obstructions. \nCommunication: This event will be amplified. Sign language interpretation upon request and based upon availability. \n \nFor more information\, please contact accessibility point person\, Mary Anne Sherman at avalonialc@yahoo.com or 860-884-3500.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/glemboski-ous-preserve-opening/
LOCATION:Glemboski-Ous Preserve\, South Road\, Bozrah\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preserves
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250817
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SUMMARY:Preston Nature Preserve Reopening After Nesting Season
DESCRIPTION:Our passive listening devices recorded several species of ground-nesting birds in the spring of 2024 at the Preston Nature Preserve. Since many of these are birds of conservation concern\, we closed the preserve to visitors for the 2025 nesting season (April 15 – August 15). No visitors were allowed in during this time. This afforded a safe space for these birds\, whose only nesting option is grasslands. This measure is a common conservation practice and is in keeping with the management plan that governs the Preserve. \nWe are thrilled to announce that the Preston Nature Preserve will re-open for human visitors and their leashed canine companions on August 15\, 2025\, and we encourage you to visit! \nThank you for your patience!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/preston-nature-preserve-reopening-after-nesting-season/
LOCATION:Preston Nature Preserve\, Krug Road\, Preston\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
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CREATED:20250919T190107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T080530Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Day: Invasive Species Removal at Anguilla Brook Northern Headwaters Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join the Eastern Connecticut Conservation District (ECCD) and Avalonia Land Conservancy for a hands-on volunteer day at the Anguilla Brook Northern Headwaters Preserve in Stonington/North Stonington.\n \nWe’ll be working along the brook to remove invasive plants such as Autumn olive\, multiflora rose\, bittersweet\, and Japanese barberry. This important first step will make way for planting native trees\, including Atlantic white cedar\, to restore a rare cedar swamp and establish a riparian buffer.\n \nAll participants will receive training in invasive plant identification and best management practices. Tools and light refreshments will be provided. Please wear sturdy footwear\, bring thick gloves and water\, and feel free to bring loppers or clippers if you have them.\n \nRegistration is required to participate. A confirmation email will include parking information and additional details.\nRegister here: https://InvasiveVolunteerDay1.eventbrite.com\n \nFunding provided by the USDA Forest Service\, administered by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/volunteer-day-invasive-species-removal-at-anguilla-brook-northern-headwaters-preserve/
LOCATION:Anguilla Brook Northern Headwaters Preserve\, 33 N Anguilla Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Educational,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
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SUMMARY:Dragonfly Mercury- an Exciting Volunteer Opportunity at Avalonia's Yannatos Preserve Sponsored by the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council
DESCRIPTION:The Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council (WPWCRSC) is excited to announce a new opportunity to get involved with The Dragonfly Mercury Project (DMP)—https://www.nps.gov/articles/about-the-dmp.htm\, a nationwide community science effort that enlists volunteers to collect dragonfly larvae for mercury testing. Mercury is a global pollutant that\, in large amounts\, can be toxic to humans and wildlife. The data from this field study help scientists and resource managers better understand and fight mercury contamination. Since 2009\, over 6\,000 volunteers have helped collect dragonfly larvae at more than 140 parks and other protected areas across the US\, making the DMP the nation’s largest mercury assessment effort.\nNow\, you can be part of it—right here on our local Wild and Scenic Rivers. We’re looking for approximately 8 volunteers at each site to help us collect samples\, learn about dragonfly larvae\, and get hands-on with river science. Be prepared to get muddy (and maybe a little wet!) while making a real contribution to environmental research.\n\n \nVolunteer Opportunities:\nWednesday\, September 24 – 10AM to 12PM at Arcadia Management Area Check Station\, Exeter\, RI (RIDEM)\nSaturday\, September 27 – 9AM to 11AM at Mastuxet Brook Greenway North\, Westerly\, RI  (Westerly Land Trust) \n\n\nSaturday\, September 27 – 12PM to 2PM at Yannatos Preserve\, Wyassup Brook and Green Fall River confluence\, N Stonington\, CT (Avalonia Land Conservancy) \n**Important to note that these events are pending approval from the states of CT and RI for the scientific collector’s permit\, which are currently under review.\n \nWhat to expect:\n-Training and guidance from WPWCRSC National Park Service Natural Resources Manager \n\n-A field day at local rivers or streams to collect dragonfly larvae\n-The chance to learn more about mercury\, watershed science\, and community action\n-Your contributions informing science\, policy\, and public health\n \nBy volunteering\, you’ll help fill critical data gaps in Rhode Island and Connecticut\, where mercury contamination in fish is known but understudied in rivers and streams. Your participation will not only contribute to national research but also support WPWCRSC Stewardship Plan goals—engaging the community\, raising awareness\, and teaching watershed science through hands-on exploration. No prior experience is needed—WPWCRSC will provide training\, supplies\, and guidance. All you need is curiosity\, a willingness to get outside\, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.\n\nTo register\, RSVP here by Mon\, September 22. \nhttps://forms.gle/c3KEvdNXBCTUvFFR9\n\n\n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/dragonfly-mercury-an-exciting-volunteer-opportunity-at-avalonias-yannatos-preserve-sponsored-by-the-wood-pawcatuck-wild-and-scenic-rivers-stewardship-council/
CATEGORIES:Conservation,On the Water,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Landscape Mobile App Tutorial
DESCRIPTION:The lifeblood of Avalonia has always been the passion and commitment of its volunteers!  This is no more evident than in the realm of stewardship where we rely on volunteers to assist in maintaining trails\, monitoring properties\, and to engage in a variety of conservation projects.  \nScan QR code to register\nAvalonia’s volunteers have more than met the call by embracing the use of Landscape land conservation software and its accompanying mobile app. We began our transition to this program nearly two years ago and since then we’ve held numerous formal and informal training sessions. Since May of this year\, we have dedicated the first Tuesday of each month for virtual tutorials and trouble shooting sessions for existing Landscape users. \nOur “critical mass” of volunteers using the Landscape mobile app has certainly grown\, with nearly 60 active users\, but we are looking\, this coming October 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm\, to engage with first time users in a virtual training session.  Prerequisites are few  …access to a computer\, use of a smart phone\, a one hour attention span\, and the desire to apply what you learn one one or more of our beautiful preserves. \nRegister here so that a user profile can be developed for you and so that any necessary information can be funneled your way in advance of October 7th.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/upcoming-landscape-mobile-app-tutorial/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Stewardship,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T150000
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CREATED:20250916T220247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T125653Z
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SUMMARY:Dodge Paddock & Beal Preserve Marsh Restoration Field Trip and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for Coastal Resilience Month!\nOctober is Long Island Sound Coastal Resilience Month\, and we are teaming up with Long Island Sound Partnership and Connecticut Sea Grant for a field trip they are hosting to the marsh restoration project at Dodge Paddock and Beal Preserve in Stonington Borough. We will start the day at the Stonington Community Center\, joined by Connecticut Sea Grant and local volunteers who helped make this project possible. They will share behind-the-scenes project details\, lessons learned\, and discuss plans for the future\, followed by a guided tour of the site.  \nFind out all the details — lunch will be provided! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/dodge-paddock-beal-preserve-marsh-restoration-field-trip-and-workshop/
LOCATION:Stonington Community Center\, 28 Cutler Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T193000
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CREATED:20251128T155305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T155305Z
UID:10629-1764700200-1764703800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Upcoming Landscape Mobile App Tutorial
DESCRIPTION:The lifeblood of Avalonia has always been the passion and commitment of its volunteers!  This is no more evident than in the realm of stewardship where we rely on volunteers to assist in maintaining trails\, monitoring properties\, and to engage in a variety of conservation projects.  \nScan QR code to register\nAvalonia’s volunteers have more than met the call by embracing the use of Landscape land conservation software and its accompanying mobile app. We began our transition to this program nearly two years ago and since then we’ve held numerous formal and informal training sessions. Since May of this year\, we have dedicated the first Tuesday of each month for virtual tutorials and trouble shooting sessions for existing Landscape users. \nOur “critical mass” of volunteers using the Landscape mobile app has certainly grown\, with nearly 60 active users\, but we are looking\, this coming December 2 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm\, to engage with first time users in a virtual training session.  Prerequisites are few  …access to a computer\, use of a smart phone\, a one hour attention span\, and the desire to apply what you learn one one or more of our beautiful preserves. \nRegister here so that a user profile can be developed for you and so that any necessary information can be funneled your way in advance of December 2th.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/upcoming-landscape-mobile-app-tutorial-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Stewardship,Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260410T104643
CREATED:20251130T013637Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Work at Founders Preserve In Ledyard
DESCRIPTION:Join Avalonia Land Conservancy for a hands-on volunteer day at the new Founders Preserve in Ledyard.\n \nWe’ll be working along the main trail near the dam on Tribrook Pond  to remove obstructive invasive plants such as Autumn olive\, multiflora rose\, bittersweet\, and Japanese barberry. This important first step will give us visual access to the roadway and allow us to better plan for a potential bridge. \n \nWe plan to meet at the preserve parking area at 334 Colonel Ledyard Highway on December 4 at 9:30. It is a third of mile walk from the trail head to worksite. We’ll work until about mid-day.\n \nAll participants will receive training in invasive plant identification and best management practices. Tools and light refreshments will be provided.  Please wear sturdy footwear (muck boots or low waders might be a good idea)\, bring thick gloves\, and drinking water. \n \n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/trail-work-at-founders-preserve-in-ledyard/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20260410T104643
CREATED:20250225T200653Z
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SUMMARY:Avalonia's Annual Members Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE \nJoin us for Avalonia’s Annual Members Meeting on Sunday\, December 7\, 2025\, from 3 – 5 pm at Ledyard Congregational Church Fellowship Hall. Catch up with friends while you hear what Avalonia’s been up to\, and what we have planned for 2026. Light refreshments will be served. \n  \nAccessibility Note: \nStructural: The meeting site offers good accessibility in regard to parking\, entry\, main room\, and bathrooms.\nCommunication: The meeting will be amplified. For sign language interpretation\, please submit your request by 12/1/25.\nFor detailed accessibility information\, please email accessibility@avalonialc.org or call (860) 884-3500. \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/avalonia-annual-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Ledyard Congregational Church Fellowship Hall\, 722 Colonel Ledyard Hwy\, Ledyard\, CT\, 06339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Earth Day Expo at the Groton Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia is proud to be an exhibitor at this annual\, family-friendly event\, featuring 50+ exhibitors\, community organizations\, and vendors sharing resources and information on sustainable initiatives\, green living\, and more. \n \nJoin us for a fun-filled day of caring for our planet. This event will be held rain or shine\, and additional parking will be available at Thrive 55+ Active Living Center.\n \nVisit Fourth Annual Earth Day Expo to find out more\n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/fourth-annual-earth-day-expo-at-the-groton-public-library/
LOCATION:Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Road\, Groton\, CT\, 06340
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Exploration,Family
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