Knotweed Management at Shunock River Complex
We have been following the Nix the Knotweed management protocols at this preserve and it is time for the third and final cutting of Japanese knotweed for the year! On…
Events List
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Early Emergent Habitat Management: Continuation of the New England Cottontail Work at Appleton Preserve in North Stonington
You are invited to join us on Wednesday, September 20th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Appleton Preserve, a part of the larger Bell Cedar Swamp. We have been…
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Fledglings: A Nature Experience for Children 2-5 *CANCELLED*
Cedar Wood Preserve 180 North Wawecus Hill Rd., Norwich, CT, United States*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED* Children ages 2-5 (and their adults) are invited to join naturalist and educator Beth Sullivan and Avalonia Board member Elanah Sherman for a walk through…
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Hike & Seek and Beyond at Preston Nature Preserve
Preston Nature Preserve Krug Road, Preston, CT, United StatesEnjoy a late September Hike (& Seek) at Preston Nature Preserve, one of Avalonia's 27 Hike & Seek properties. Hike & Seek is a fun, non-competitive outdoor scavenger hunt. Learn…
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Early Emergent Habitat Management at Appleton Preserve (Bell Cedar Swamp)- Take 2
You are invited to join us on Tuesday, September 26th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Appleton Preserve, a part of the larger Bell Cedar Swamp. We have been…
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Join Us to Paint the Preserve at Preston Nature Preserve *CANCELLED*
Preston Nature Preserve Krug Road, Preston, CT, United States*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED* Join fellow artists and Avalonia’s Office Manager, Mary Anne Sherman, who will lead you on a short hike through the Preston Nature Preserve to paint en plein air. It’s an idyllic place for an outdoor painting event. Artists of all skill levels and mediums are invited. Learn from and share…
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Fall Clean-up of Avery Preserve Parking Area
Work Party!!! Avery Preserve Parking Area Saturday, October 14th, 9-11 am (or until we get tired). Our efforts will be focused on clearing the sightlines inside and outside of the parking area. Over the years it has been a challenge to keep this spot open and the encroaching vegetation at bay. With increased visibility, both…
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Documenting Discoveries at Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve
Tefftweald at Birchenturn 282 Grindstone Hill Road, North Stonington, CT, United StatesRESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 / 10 AM - 12 PM Documenting discoveries on the trail is a key skill that needs to be in every naturalist’s toolkit. We’ll have plenty to observe and record as we enjoy the fall colors at Avalonia’s Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve on 280 Grindstone Hill Road. Tefftweald, a…
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Volunteer work party at our model climate resilient forest, the Hoffman Preserve, in Stonington
Hoffman Evergreen Preserve 580-632 CT-201, Stonington, CT, United StatesIn 2018 Avalonia initiated a climate resiliency forestry plan at this preserve, including the planting of many tree species projected to do well in the face of ongoing climate change. While most of these have succeeded in becoming established, we do need to help them out by cutting back surrounding vegetation, including grey birch suckers…
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Avalonia Annual Members Meeting 2023
Join us for Avalonia’s 2023 Annual Members Meeting on Sunday, December 3 from 4 – 6 pm. The event is at Fellowship Hall in the Ledyard Congregational Church. 722 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard, CT. Light refreshments will be served. Accessibility Note: Structural: Accessible parking, entrances, and bathroom stalls. Communication: Program will be amplified.…
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