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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171022T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding Event at Knox Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Bob Dewire and Beth Sullivan will demonstrate the process of federal bird banding of fall migrants passing through Knox Preserve where banding has occurred for almost 30 years. This is a hands-on experience for the whole family.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/bird-banding-event-at-knox-preserve/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20171024T143903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T143951Z
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SUMMARY:Mystic River Kayak Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Ram Point Preserve and Downes Marsh are on the schedule for this Mystic River clean-up by kayak hosted by CUSH (Clean Up Sound & Harbor) \nSIGN-UP HERE TO PARTICIPATE \n \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/mystic-river-kayak-clean-up/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20170901T134531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T134531Z
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SUMMARY:WalkTober Walk at Knox Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Beth Sullivan will lead a WalkTober Walk at Knox Preserve for early fall observations. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/walktober-walk-at-knox-preserve/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preserves,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20171228T221129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180111T162150Z
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SUMMARY:50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:When: February 21\, 5:30 – 7:30PM (Snow date: Feb. 28)\nWhere: Mystic Aquarium\, Great Hall\nCost: $60 per person \nGuest speaker: Robert Klee\, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\nSpecial citation from the State of Connecticut presented by Dianna Urban\nWine\, beer and hors d’oeuvres \nPhoto display \nTickets will be available the first week in January on our website or by sending a check to the Avalonia PO box 49\, Old Mystic\, CT 06372.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Mystic Aquarium\, 55 Coogan Blvd.\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180413T170950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T170950Z
UID:2455-1524135600-1524144600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Event at UConn Avery Point
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with the EcoHuskies on the UConn Avery Point Campus!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earth-day-event-at-uconn-avery-point/
LOCATION:UCONN Avery Point Campus\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20171228T222124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171228T222124Z
UID:2135-1524319200-1524326400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Salamander Search with DPNC
DESCRIPTION:view event page for details
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/salamander-search-with-dpnc/
LOCATION:DPNC\, 109 Pequotseps rd\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Exploration,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180413T170850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T170850Z
UID:2453-1524394800-1524405600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Marsh Restoration with Mystic Aquarium at Dodge Paddock and Beal Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join Mystic Aquarium at the Dodge Paddock and Beal Preserve in Stonington Borough as they prepare this unique marshland for the summer! This family friendly event is open to conservationists of all ages\, and the Aquarium will provide work gloves\, buckets and gardening tools. \nCost: No cost but registration is requested to ensure they have all the supplies needed for this event! Contact educationinfo@mysticaquarium.org to register.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/marsh-restoration-with-mystic-aquarium-at-dodge-paddock-and-beal-preserve/
LOCATION:Dodge Paddock & Beal Preserves\, 32 Wall Street\, Stonington Borough\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family,Preserves,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180417T163358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T163358Z
UID:2459-1525010400-1525017600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:History & Nature Hike at Perry Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:April 29\,  2-4 pm.  \nPerry Natural Area\, North Anguilla Road in Stonington (directions) \nBeth Sullivan will lead a hike with Beth Moore from Stonington Historical Society. A joint effort to look at the history and nature of the area. \nParking is limited at site\,  so roadside parking will be necessary where ever possible.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/history-nature-hike-at-perry-natural-area/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Educational,Exploration,Hikes,Preserves,Properties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180430T144040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180502T122814Z
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SUMMARY:Cinco de Mayo Hike
DESCRIPTION:On March 20th\, Avalonia closed on one of its most exciting acquisitions in many years. The Tri-Town Ridgeline Forest\, a 409-acre property straddling Griswold\, North Stonington and Preston\, is the largest fee purchase made in Avalonia’s 50-year history\, bringing Avalonia’s total preserved acreage to exactly 4\,000. \nCome and join us at 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington on Saturday\, May 5th at 9 a.m. for an introduction to the property and a moderately easy guided hike. We should be finished by 11 a.m. Please bring a cellphone and water and email Sue Sutherland at suesutherland@snet.net with any questions. \nPlease register for the hike here \nWe look forward to seeing you then. \nPhoto: A large chestnut oak sits high on a ridge on Avalonia’s 409-acre Tri-Town Ridgeline Forest. The oak is but one example of the unusual flora and fauna found on this extraordinary land. The preserve is the conservancy’s largest acquisition in its 50-year history. Photo by Kelly Allen
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/cinco-de-mayo-hike/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180529T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180529T204500
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180515T210703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T210703Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Flower Walk with DPNC
DESCRIPTION:This walk\, hosted by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center \nFrom DPNC – “Join us as we celebrate the full moon with an evening walk thru the Preston Nature Preserve\, an Avalonia Land Conservancy property. The transition from day to night can be an exciting time to tune our sense to nature. This program is suited for adults and older\, interested children and takes place whether the sky is clear or overcast. Moderate walk. Members: Free\, Nonmembers: $10” \nRegister Here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/full-moon-flower-walk-with-dpnc/
LOCATION:Preston Nature Preserve\, Krug Road\, Preston\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180601T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180515T211249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T211249Z
UID:2547-1527847200-1527847200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:19th Annual CT Greenway Awards & National Trails Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Southeastern Connecticut’s First Greenway \nJoin Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, the Connecticut Greenways Council\, the Town of Ledyard and the Avalonia Land Conservancy for the 19th Annual CT Greenway Awards & National Trails Day Celebration. This event will be the official opening of the Great Oak Greenway in Ledyard\, southeastern Connecticut’s first such designation. \nThis ceremony will present awards to local conservation organizations as well as recognize the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System and the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Click HERE for the official invitation\, directions\, a list of the day’s events and guest speakers. Please let us know you are coming by registering HERE. We look forward to seeing you at this grand celebration! \nJune 1st 10am\nNathan Lester House\, in Ledyard\, CT\n153 Vinegar Hill Road\nLedyard\, CT 06335
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/19th-annual-ct-greenway-awards-national-trails-day-celebration/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:50th Anniversary,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180320T125319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T144747Z
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SUMMARY:North Stonington - Educational Walk - Tefftweald at Birchenturn
DESCRIPTION:A CT Trails Weekend Hike \nPhotography hike in honor of our 50th anniversary\, led by professional photographer. Wyassup Brook flows through a beautiful forest with rugged ledges\, rocky outcrops and historic stone structures. The property was a former Girl Scout Camp. Lois Tefft\, a founder of Avalonia\, purchased it and donated it to Avalonia when it was up for sale and likely to be developed. The preserve provides easy walking in a lovely setting. \nLeader: Carl Tjerandsen \n\nMeeting Place: 282 Grindstone Hill Rd\, North Stonington. Go down the dirt roadway to the parking area on the left. See Google Maps for directions.\n\n \nRain or shine.\n \nmore details
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/north-stonington-educational-walk-tefftweald-at-birchenturn/
LOCATION:Tefftweald at Birchenturn\, 282 Grindstone Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:50th Anniversary,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180329T122802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T122933Z
UID:2422-1527930900-1527941700@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Groton Hike - Bluff Point State Park\, X-TOWN TRAIL
DESCRIPTION:A CT Trails Weekend Hike \nMeet our bus at Bluff Point State Park that will deliver us to Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Town’s End Park. This is the reverse our hike from previous years. We’ll hike from Town’s End on Beebe Cove and the Mystic River\, to Groton’s Beebe Pond Park\, continuing over the ridge on GOSA’s Merritt Family Forest\, through Groton’s Mortimer Wright Preserve\, across RT 215 to Haley Farm State Park\, past Palmers’ and Mumford Coves\, and across the railroad bridge to Bluff Point and the Poquonnock River. Please arrive a little early for prompt bus departure. \nmore details \nLeader: Sidney F. Van Zandt \n\nMeeting Place: Bluff Point State Park\, Groton. See Google Maps for directions.\n\n\n \nRain cancels\n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/groton-hike-bluff-point-state-park-x-town-trail/
LOCATION:Bluff Point State Park\, Depot Rd\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180320T124958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T151109Z
UID:2388-1527933600-1527942600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:North Stonington - Nature Walk - Babcock Ridge/Henne Preserve Trails
DESCRIPTION:A CT Trails Weekend Hike \nIn honor of our 50th anniversary\, we’ll explore of two of North Stonington’s most prized open spaces. This family-oriented nature hike will start with a great circle trek of the rugged valleys and slopes of Babcock Ridge\, where we’ll look for vernal pools\, Pileated Woodpeckers\, glacier-carved hillsides\, wildflowers\, and even tree-climbing Black Rat Snakes. \nWe’ll follow with a more gentle walk through the Henne Preserve and its beaver-created wetlands\, home to nesting Great Blue Herons\, acrobatic Tree Swallows\, all sorts of ducks and geese\, many colorful warblers and other songbirds\, an abundance of dragonflies and damselflies\, and maybe even Osprey. Bring your cameras\, binoculars\, and sketchpads\, along with an abundance of curiosity. \nLeader: Bruce Fellman\nMeeting Place: 113 Babcock Rd (0.9 miles from Wyassup Rd or 0.8 miles from Rt 49). Parking area is on the north side of the road by the preserve sign. See Google Maps for directions. \n Rain postpones. Rain date: Sunday\, June 3\, 2018 – 10:30am\n \nmore details
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/north-stonington-nature-walk-babcock-ridge-henne-preserve-trails/
LOCATION:Babcock Ridge\, 113 Babcock Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:50th Anniversary,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180329T123418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T123418Z
UID:2426-1527944400-1527951600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Ledyard - Paddle at Poquetanuck Cove
DESCRIPTION:A CT Weekend Event \nExplore Poquetanuck Cove with the Thames River Basin Partnership. The cove is a two mile long brackish water tidal cove of the Thames River with a long history of conservation focused efforts. The cove is a Connecticut Bird Sanctuary located between the Towns of Ledyard and Preston\, CT. We will launch from the Royal Oaks Drive car top boat launch in Ledyard just before high tide and view properties owned by Avalonia Land Conservancy (celebrating their 50th anniversary)\, The Nature Conservancy and the CT DEEP from the water. Life jackets and pre-registration required. \nLeader: Jean Pillo\nMeeting Place: Royal Oaks Drive car top boat launch in Ledyard See Google Maps for directions.\n \nrain cancels\n \nmore info
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/ledyard-paddle-at-poquetanuck-cove/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:On the Water
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180320T125536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T151059Z
UID:2393-1528030800-1528038000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Griswold - Educational Hike - Rixtown Road
DESCRIPTION:A CT Trails Weekend Hike \nChallenging hike up Rixtown Mt. in honor of our 50th anniversary with views and a quarry\, then through a chestnut oak forest to Avalonia’s Lost Pond\, hiking over two old stone dams. Remarkable stone walls and other structures are found along the entire trail. Please bring water and a cell phone. The entire loop hike requires the ability to climb about 60 flights of stairs over 2 hours. \nLeader: Sue Sutherland\nMeeting Place: 367 Rixtown Road\, Griswold. Carpooling is encouraged. See Google Maps for directions. \nmore info
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/griswold-educational-walk-rixtown-road/
LOCATION:Rixtown Mt.\, 367 Rixtown Road\, Griswold\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:50th Anniversary,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180511T201614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T192053Z
UID:2526-1529748000-1529753400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike - Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor\, Ledyard
DESCRIPTION:Please park at our trailhead\, on Merry Lane\, which is off Whalehead Road – get directions \nTrail Details: North Tract- 2-mile trail loop\, beginner \nPine Swamp Wildlife Corridor is one of Ledyard’s most interesting\, and under-celebrated properties. Featuring an impressive glacial moraine\, ponds\, swamps\, and lush wildlife\, our preserve protects one of southeastern Connecticut’s major aquifers. Comprised of three major scenic tracts\, we will explore the properties’ beautiful glacier moraine features\, wildflowers and water resources. \nPlease RSVP for this event as a courtesy to Avalonia\, with your name and contact information. Any related questions or concerns can be addressed to Karen Askins. Email: k.askins@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-pine-swamp-wildlife-corridor-ledyard/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180525T175845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180608T204648Z
UID:2556-1530036000-1530036000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting 2018
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia will hold its annual membership meeting on June 26th at the Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Rd.\, Mystic\, CT. Doors will open at 6:00pm with light refreshments and a social gathering. The meeting will start at 6:30pm with an update of Avalonia’s accomplishments over the past 12 months. We will take some time to recognize several Avalonia volunteers and present our 2018 Hero Awards. \nThe primary business at hand will be to elect a slate of new board members\, who will be introduced by Avalonia’s president\, Dennis Main\, followed by a vote. After the vote\, member Mike Goodwin will be our special guest speaker. Mike has led a team of volunteers to upgrade the maps of Avalonia’s properties and he will introduce a new ARC GIS system that shows more of the amazing details of our properties. ARC GIS maps are downloadable to cell phones so a visitor can follow our trails and see elevations\, stone walls and other landmarks. This mapping project is the result of many hours of volunteer time and a proud accomplishment for Avalonia in 2018. See the map here. \nPlease join us for an evening of Avalonia accomplishments and successes in this\, our 50th anniversary year. \nPlease CLICK HERE to let us know you are coming. \nphoto: Beth Sullivan
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/annual-meeting-2018/
LOCATION:Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:50th Anniversary,Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180707T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180511T201841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180608T195541Z
UID:2528-1530957600-1530963000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike - Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, Stonington
DESCRIPTION:Our trailhead is located off Route 201\, and can be hard to see at times. You may receive directions using Google maps on either your computer\, our website\, or a smart-phone. Google Directions \nTrail Details: This is a beginner-intermediate hike\, geared towards individuals interested in hiking rocky\, woodland terrain. Roadside parking at signed trailhead. Mixed evergreen and hardwood forest\, some wetlands. \nmore on Hoffman Evergreen Preserve \nPlease RSVP this event HERE as a courtesy to Avalonia\, with your name and contact information.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-hoffman-evergreen-preserve-north-stonington/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180713T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180511T200900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T200900Z
UID:2522-1531497600-1531508400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation & Tractor Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/conservation-tractor-night/
LOCATION:Bozrah Farmer’s Market\, 45 Bozrah St.\, Bozrah\, CT\, 06334\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180714T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180606T195516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T195516Z
UID:2569-1531558800-1531562400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Regional Conservation Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia Land Conservancy will host an informal discussion and guided tour for State legislators\, community leaders\, and other land trusts in southeastern Connecticut at our Tri-Town Ridgeline Forest on Saturday\, July 14. The event is sponsored by the Connecticut Land Conservation Council to celebrate projects made possible in part by DEEP’s Open Space & Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) grant program\, funded by the Community Investment Act. \nPlease RSVP for an informal conversation about your local\, regional\, and statewide land conservation priorities\, and enjoy a short walk into our forest preserve. \nThe event is from 9:00 to 10:00 am\, and heavy rain cancels. Meet at 91 Miller Road in North Stonington. Parking is limited to the sides of the street. We recommend good footwear as this trail is rugged in places. No dogs\, please. Visit the Connecticut Land Conservation Council webpage for more information\, or REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/regional-conservation-conversation/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Preserves,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180811T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180811T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180511T202721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T172430Z
UID:2530-1533983400-1533990600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike - Preston Nature Preserve\, Preston
DESCRIPTION:Everyone needs to spend some time in a high summer meadow. The woodlands are quieting\, uniformly green now and drier. Spring wildflowers are long gone and most vernal pools have dried up. But the excitement can be found in the open fields\, those not hayed or mowed\, but allowed to grow naturally and wildly.\n\nJoin noted naturalist and photographer\, Bruce Fellman and enjoy our well-established 0.5-mile trail. Our meadow walk is one of peace and observation- advertised to families\, residents and anyone looking for a slow and educational hike\, on one of our most beautiful properties. Learn about wildflowers\, meadows\, bees\, butterfly migration and their important role in our ecosystem. Come enjoy the beautiful colors of summer!\n\nWhere: Preston Nature Preserve – Krug Rd.\, Preston\, CT. Our trailhead is located on the South side of Krug Road\, 0.6 miles west of Jewett City Road. Please park at the trailhead. Google Directions\nWhen: Saturday\, August 11\, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM\nDifficulty: Beginner level. Great for families.\nBring: Camera\, binoculars\, water\, good hiking shoes\n\nRegistration requested\, click HERE
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-preston-nature-preserve-preston/
LOCATION:Preston Nature Preserve\, Krug Road\, Preston\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180823T201246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T201246Z
UID:2706-1535792400-1535817600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Chain Saw Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A chain saw workshop will be held on Saturday\, September 1\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Avalonia’s Hoffman Preserve (Stonington) with expert instructions on the safe operation of chain saws. \nClass size is limited and this class will sell out quickly. \nThere is a $50 fee. Send an email to abpatterson@ctconservation.org with your name and contact information to register for this training. \nInterested in joining our new Trail Maintenance Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/chain-saw-workshop/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180907T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180302T195119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180819T145253Z
UID:2292-1536336000-1536336000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Wood Pawcatuck Paddle and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:RSVP recommended – click here \n \nRSVP recommended – click here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/wood-pawcatuck-paddle-and-picnic/
LOCATION:Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association\, 203 Arcadia Rd.\, Hope Valley\, RI\, 02832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preserves,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180913T202047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T202047Z
UID:2726-1537092000-1537099200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Salt Marsh Scavenger Hunt!
DESCRIPTION:Explore Barn Island’s Salt Marsh with Avalonia and the\nUCONN Dept. of Marine Sciences\nLearn more about how coastal marshes provide habitats for a variety of creatures. \nExplore three stations:\n1. a welcome area with a touch tank containing marsh creatures\, plants and seaweed\n2. a stream area for trapping fish\, hunting for coffee bean snails\, and scanning for birds\n3. a marsh pool and plant area \nAvalonia owns over 250 acres of land affected by tides. They provide buffers for storm surges and are vital to our local economy as spawning grounds for the fishing industry. Join us this Sunday to learn more about how our coastal marshes provide habitats for a variety of residents. \nCome prepared to get your feet wet! \nThis event is FREE and open to people of all ages – REGISTER HERE \nWhere: Meet at the educational kiosks on the left just before the Barn Island\, Connecticut\, state boat launch parking lot located at 249 Palmer Neck Road in Stonington. See Map Access road is handicapped accessible (and stroller accessible too) \nWhen: Sunday\, September 16\, 10 am – 12 pm \nBring: Shoes and clothing that may get wet\, binoculars and a camera \nCelebrate Avalonia’s 50 years of wetlands conservation at this FREE and FUN event.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/salt-marsh-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Barn Island\, 249 Palmer Neck Road\, Stoningtong\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Exploration,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180823T201637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T201637Z
UID:2710-1537606800-1537606800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Boundary Walking Instructional Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Attend our first boundary walking team meeting on Saturday\, September 22\, at 9:00 AM at the Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Rd.\, Groton. \nThis instructional class will be led by our experienced board members\, Scott Dawley and David Young. During this session\, they will discuss monitoring procedures and our developing drone technology. \nInterested in joining the Boundary Walking Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/boundary-walking-instructional-meeting/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180823T185458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T193559Z
UID:2702-1537693200-1537693200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike the New TriTown Forest Preserve Trail
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia volunteers have been hard at work building a great trail system on our new TriTown Forest Preserve (TTFP). \n \nThis hike will mark the grand opening of the blue trail (a major five-mile loop around the perimeter of these properties) and celebrate the addition of the impressive Boyd Preserve to Avalonia’s acreage.  It takes about three hours to complete. Hikers have the option of an easier three-mile hike by taking a return trail midway through the blue-trail loop.\n \nThe hike is moderate in difficulty with trails summiting both the 520-foot Lambert and the 510-foot Rixtown Mountains.  Hikers will start by joining the atmospheric Old King’s Highway\, an historic colonial road\, followed by stops at Lost Pond\, The Beeches Overlook\, and Chestnut Oak Alley\, home of several of the largest chestnut oaks in Connecticut.\n \nWear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water and trail snacks. Leashed dogs are welcome.\nregister for this event \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to contact the hike leader\, Sue Sutherland\, at suesutherland@snet.net.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-the-new-tritown-forest-preserve-trail/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180823T201759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T201816Z
UID:2712-1538211600-1538211600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Boundary Marking Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Our first boundary marking training session will be held on Saturday\, September 29\, at 9:00 AM at the Groton Public Library\, 52 Newtown Rd.\, Groton. \nInterested in joining the Boundary Marking Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/boundary-marking-training-session/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180914T130455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T130455Z
UID:2730-1538215200-1538215200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Trail Maintenance Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Our team leader\, Kimberly Bradley\, will be holding a basic field instruction for trail volunteers on September 29 at 10:00 AM at the Pine Swamp Preserve in Gales Ferry section of Ledyard\, so come and join us to learn more. To keep our volunteers informed and safe\, we ask that new trail stewards attend at least one class before taking on the trail steward job. \nInterested in joining the Trail Maintenance Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/trail-maintenance-training-session/
LOCATION:Pine Swamp and Wildlife Corridor\, 113 Whalehead Rd\, Gales Ferry\, CT\, 06335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T213005
CREATED:20180823T201942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T202028Z
UID:2715-1538647200-1538647200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Record Keeping Training Session
DESCRIPTION:There will be a short record keeping training session on Thursday\, October 4 at 10:00 AM 6 Hatch St.\, Mystic to become familiar with the procedures. If you are interested\, click HERE to sign on. \nInterested in joining our Record Keeping Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/2715/
LOCATION:Hatch Street Office\, 6 Hatch Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering
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