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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T090000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180823T185458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T193559Z
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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:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180823T201759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T201816Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
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:20260404T205854
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180920T162743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T162743Z
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SUMMARY:Tri-Town Natural History Trek
DESCRIPTION:This trek is part of Walktober festivities sponsored by the Last Green Valley. \nThe Tri-Town Ridgeline Forest\, a 409-acre property straddling Griswold\, North Stonington\, and Preston\, is Avalonia Land Conservancy’s newest acquisition. In honor of ALC’s 50th anniversary\, we’ll explore Tri-Town’s rugged trails for migrating birds\, insects\, and amphibians\, late-blooming wildflowers\, early fall foliage\, and stone walls. \nRegister for this event \nTrek leader and contact: Bruce Fellman – 860-599-4867
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/tri-town-natural-history-trek/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Family,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180823T201439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T201405Z
UID:2708-1539334800-1539356400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Trail-Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our trail-building workshop will be on Friday\, October 12\, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. This session will be held on our Tri-Town Preserve (North Stonington) and taught by Connecticut Forest & Park Association’s Clare Cain\, one of the state’s leading trail planners. \nSend an email to abpatterson@ctconservation.org with your name and contact information for the trail-building class. \nInterested in joining our new Trail Maintenance Team? learn more here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/trail-building-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Volunteering,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180920T143839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T143839Z
UID:2736-1539435600-1539446400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:RiverFest 2018
DESCRIPTION:Avalonia will be participating with a table/tent at this event. \n \nDirections:  \n\n\n\nFrom CT Route 9: take Exit 7\, then a left at the end of the exit ramp onto CT Route 82 east/154 north. Take a right at the first traffic light following CT Route 82 east and follow the signs.\n\n\nFrom Interstate 395: take Exit 80 west. Take a right onto CT Route 82 west. Take a right onto Hopyard Road and follow signs.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/riverfest-2018/
LOCATION:Devil’s Hopyward State Park\, 366 Hopyard Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20180920T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T142238Z
UID:2734-1540404000-1540407600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Full “Hunters” Moon Walk with DPNC on Knox Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the full “hunters” moon with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center on a night hike through the Knox Preserve in Stonington (84 Wilcox Road)\, an Avalonia Land Conservancy property. Please note full moon hikes happen even on overcast nights\, and are suitable for adults and older\, interested children. Heavy rain cancels. Easy. \nMembers: Free\, Nonmembers: $10 per person \nmore info and register
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/full-hunters-moon-walk-with-dpnc-on-knox-preserve/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Family,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20181017T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181017T193806Z
UID:2784-1540494000-1540499400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:INFORMATION SESSION on ballot initiative #2
DESCRIPTION:Dear Friends of Groton’s Environment\,\nNow\, with only 25 days remaining until Nov. 6th when we vote on Ballot Initiative #2\, we’re inviting you to attend an information session to learn more about the reasons for\, and benefits of\, this amendment to Connecticut’s constitution.\nPlease\, mark your calendar and join us for an\n \n\nINFORMATION SESSION\nand Q & A\nGroton Town Hall Annex\n134 Groton Long Point Rd\, Groton\n7:00 – 8:30\, Thursday\, October 25th\nLed by Eric Hammerling\, Executive Director of the Connecticut Forest & Park Association (CFPA)\nSponsored by Groton Conservation Advocates\n\n\n \nWe are thrilled that Eric found time in his packed schedule to speak to us about the amendment because\, in all honesty\, there is no one in the state more qualified to speak about this amendment initiative than Eric. Eric Hammerling has served as CFPA’s Executive Director since May 2008 and is the lead advocate for CFPA at the state legislature where he works primarily on forestry\, recreation\, education\, and trail-related policy issues. (The CFPA\, founded in 1895\, was the first private\, nonprofit\, conservation organization to be established in Connecticut “to develop public appreciation of the value of forests\, and of the urgent need for preserving and using them rightly.”) Recently\, Eric has been advocating tirelessly in support of the constitutional amendment to protect our state public beaches\, parks\, forests\, landmarks\, and wildlife management areas from being given away by the legislature without adequate public input. He founded and is serving as treasurer of the constitutional amendment advocacy organization\, Protect CT Public LandsCoalition\, Inc.\n \n\nThank you and we’ll see you at the Town Hall Annex on the 25th!\n \nLiz Raisbeck and Eugenia Villagra\nCo-Chairs\, Groton Conservation Advocates
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/information-session-on-ballot-initiative-2/
LOCATION:Groton Town Hall Annex\, 134 Groton Long Point Rd\, Groton\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181213
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20181105T175154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181105T175154Z
UID:2825-1541203200-1544659199@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Treasures of Southeastern Connecticut Book Presentation Schedule
DESCRIPTION:Steve Fagin is scheduled to give a series of presentations regarding the upcoming publication of “Treasures of Southeastern Connecticut. Our Proud History of Preserving Scenic Woodlands\, Farms\, the Shoreline and Other Natural Gems.” \nFrom Steve: “I’m very excited about the book and am sure those connected with Avalonia will be happy to read about how your preservation efforts are paying off. There are chapters and photos devoted to Avalonia.” \n– 2 p.m. Saturday\, Nov. 3\, Lyme Public Library \n– 7 p.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 7\, Mystic & Noank Library \n–      7 p.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 14\, Wheeler Library\, North Stonington \n–      Noon Thursday\, Nov. 15\, Otis Library\, Norwich \n– 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 20\, East Lyme Public Library \n–      5:30 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 27\, New London Public Library \n–      7 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 29\, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, Mystic. \n– 3 p.m. Saturday Dec. 1\, Waterford Public Library \n– 7 p.m. Monday\, Dec. 3\, Groton Public Library \n– 6 p.m. Wednesday\, Wednesday\, Dec. 12\, Salem Public Library
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/treasures-of-southeastern-connecticut-book-presentation-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Media
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190130T172008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190204T194600Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and take a winter tour of Avalonia’s TriTown Forest Preserve! The route will be decided by the hike leader based on the condition of the trails\, but there will be plenty of options. You may visit a winter wonderland at Lost Pond or pause in the solitude of a deep valley. Discover a rich variety of stone formations from past eras and hear the stories behind them. Even if you’ve visited TTFP before\, its a different world in winter. Anyway\, its time to get out of the house and onto the trail!\n \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to contact the hike leader\, Sue Sutherland\, at suesutherland@snet.net or call 860-574-5111.\n \nRegistration: Required\, click HERE\n \nWhere: TriTown Forest Preserve\, 99 Miller Rd.\, N. Stonington\, CT United States See Map\nWhen: Saturday\, February 9\, 9:00 – 11:30 AM\nRain Date: Sunday\, February 10\, 9:00 – 11:30 AM\nCancellations: Rain reschedules/cancels; snow is a go!\nDifficulty: Moderate\nBring: Water\, trail snacks\, warm rugged boots\, walking poles or staff; dress in layers (no jeans or cotton base layers); snow shoes/cross country skis okay with sufficient snow cover.\nDogs: Leashed dogs welcome
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/winter-wonderland-hike/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190321T195549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T180918Z
UID:3096-1553711400-1553716800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:A Vernal Pool Adventure\, Babcock Ridge Preserve
DESCRIPTION:After a long winter in hiding\, an amazing variety of frogs\, salamanders\, and aquatic invertebrates will once again make their presence felt in a temporary wetland known as a vernal pool. At twilight\, we’ll hike the trail to a group of vernals in Avalonia’s Babcock Ridge Preserve to search for such creatures as wood frogs and spring peepers\, spotted and marbled salamanders\, and fairy shrimp. We might also hear the booming hoots of barred owls and the peents of woodcock. Bring a flashlight\, wear warm clothes and waterproof boots\, and don’t forget your spirit of adventure. Walk leader Bruce Fellman has been introducing people to vernal pool life for almost a half-century.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/a-vernal-pool-adventure-babcock-ridge-preserve/
LOCATION:Babcock Ridge\, 113 Babcock Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190329T144448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T131023Z
UID:3114-1555419600-1555419600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Become a Nature Detective at Moore Woodlands (NEW DATE 4/16)
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE 4/16: Please note this event has been moved from Monday 4/15 to Tuesday 4/16 due to forecasted rain. \nRegister Here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/become-a-nature-detective-at-moore-woodlands/
LOCATION:Moore Woodlands\, 314-264 Capstan Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Exploration,Family,Hike & Seek,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190424T134519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T134519Z
UID:3154-1556350200-1556368200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:All Hands on Deck! Seedling Planting at Anna Coit Parcel
DESCRIPTION:Here’s the situation. Anna Coit\, an amazing force of nature and long-time Avalonia supporter\, willed a parcel of land to us that needs our help. We have secured 2\,900 pine and spruce seedlings that need to be planted as soon as possible on Anna’s property\, as they can only live so long out of the soil. \nYes\, we know this is a last minute request\, but if you can show up for only an hour or two that would be wonderful; every little bit helps. Besides\, the property is beautiful\, the weather looks great\, you’ll meet some fellow tree-huggers\, and you will be outside as close as you can possibly get to nature. 🙂 \nWHAT: Help plant 2\,900 seedlings at the Anna Coit parcel\nWHERE: 65 Denison Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\nWHEN: April 27\, 2019\nTIME: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm (or as long as you can)\nWHO: Anyone and everyone that can help (young and old)\nPARKING: Park on the side of the street near 65 Denison Hill Road and walk into the field where the seedlings are being distributed.\nBRING: Shovel\, water\, bug spray \nThe land used to be an old Christmas tree farm and is mostly flat with slight hills. \nShare this with your friends\, and check out our posts on our Facebook and Instagram. \nA very BIG THANK YOU in advance!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/all-hands-on-deck-seedling-planting-at-anna-coit-parcel/
LOCATION:Anna Coit Parcel\, 65 Denison Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190321T195705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T191511Z
UID:3098-1556359200-1556366400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Benedict Benson Preserve Hike
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Earth Day\, we’ll be hiking the main trail of Avalonia’s Benedict Benson Preserve on a mission to find signs of spring. There are sure to be emerging fern fiddleheads\, the calls of amphibians and newly arrived migrant songbirds\, including\, perhaps\, the rare cerulean warblers that occasionally call the refuge home\, and a stunning array of wildflowers\, especially an extra-extra bloomer called the hepatica that thrives in a rocky area near the picturesque Lantern Brook. Veteran naturalist Bruce Fellman will lead this gently-paced exploration. \nRegister Here
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/benedict-benson-preserve-hike/
LOCATION:Benedict Benson Preserve\, Swantown Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190321T195903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T131317Z
UID:3100-1558173600-1558180800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike & Seek Babcock Ridge/Henne Preserves
DESCRIPTION:With the dogwoods and spring wildflowers in bloom\, and the birds singing and nesting\, there’s no better time for a walk than mid-May. But Avalonia’s Hike and Seek program makes a good walk better\, particularly for families who take part in this ongoing natural history scavenger hunt. For this family-friendly introduction to the Hike and Seek challenge\, we’ll learn how to use our smart phones to access basic information about what a “refuge” is\, or access more in-depth material for further study; a list of “targets” will direct us to search for\, photograph\, and share features like evidence of glaciers and great blue heron nests. Naturalist Bruce Fellman will help hikers search for clues. \nRegister Now
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-seek-babcock-ridge-henne-preserves/
LOCATION:Babcock Ridge\, 113 Babcock Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Exploration,Hikes
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190603
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190322T190247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T190247Z
UID:3108-1559347200-1559519999@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:CT Trails Weekend - 5 Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate CT Trails Day / Weekend with 5 Avalonia-sponsored hikes! \nFollow the links for details. \nTriTown Forest Preserve – June 1\, 9am-12pm \nGreat Oak Greenway – June 1\, 10-11:30am \nHike & Seek on Knox Preserve – June 1\, 1-2:30pm \nTefftweald at Birchenturn – June 2\, 9-11:30am \nGroton Central Greenway – June 2\, 1-4pm
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/ct-trails-weekend-5-hikes/
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190321T200052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T200108Z
UID:3102-1559466000-1559475000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Trails Day at Tefftweald
DESCRIPTION:Documenting what you discover on the trail is a key skill that needs to be in every naturalist’s toolkit. Whatever form your notes take\, from pen and ink on paper to digital drawings\, photos\, and text entered on a smart device\, we’ll have plenty to observe and record as we greet the morning and hike the Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Tefftweald at Birchenturn Preserve in North Stonington. Tefftweald\, a former Girl Scout camp\, is a 77-acre masterpiece of upland forest\, meadows\, wetlands\, old graveyards and cellar holes\, and the wonderfully photogenic—and inspirational—Wyassup Brook. We’ll explore the woodland trails at a pace moderate enough to enable everyone to give the Preserve a close read and stop often enough to capture the experience in whatever form your journaling takes. 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 41 years.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/3102/
LOCATION:Tefftweald at Birchenturn\, 282 Grindstone Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190611T195357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190628T140934Z
UID:3269-1563012000-1563015600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:A Conservation Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Visit Avalonia’s future acquisition\, Atkinson-Dirlam (AD) in Ledyard\, with state and local elected officials. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Avalonia and the Connecticut Land Conservation Council who have invited over 15 of your elected representatives for an easy walk on this beautiful preserve. (Elected attendees will be announced prior to the event.) \n65% of the funding for AD has been provided by funds from the state’s Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition program. Avalonia will acquire AD at the end of this year which will add over 200 acres and miles of trails on to the existing 400 acres of the Great Oak Greenway. \nThis is an opportunity to let your elected officials know how important their support is for state and local funding for conservation of critical land. \nWe will meet at the Nathan Lester House in Ledyard where there is plenty of parking. To join us in this important conversation\, make your voice heard\, so REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/a-conservation-conversation/
LOCATION:Nathan Lester House\, 153 Vinegar Hill Rd\, Gales Ferry\, CT\, 06335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Preserves,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190514T130905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T130905Z
UID:3197-1564077600-1564077600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Ledyard Congregational Church Community Center\n722 Colonel Ledyard Hwy\nLedyard\, CT 06339 \n6:00 PM Social reception\n6:30 PM meeting start\nGuest speaker – Kevin Case\, Northeast Director of the Land Trust Alliance \nPlease let us know you’re coming\nRSVP
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/annual-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Ledyard Congregational Church Fellowship Hall\, 722 Colonel Ledyard Hwy\, Ledyard\, CT\, 06339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190801T151431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T171505Z
UID:3329-1565431200-1565445600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Connecticut Botanical Society Field Trip to Tri-Town Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Botanical Society will walk into the interior of this new 540-acre preserve and botanize a 30-acre interior fen (footing good in midsummer). Underlain by gabbro bedrock\, an ancient metamorphic rock of volcanic origin\, like traprock\, low hills with rock outcrops have minerotrophic plants such as Allegheny vine and abundant hop hornbeam. \nDirections: Head east (northbound) on I-95\, take Exit 90 onto Route 27 north (1.3 miles); take a short hitch east (right) on CT 184E (1.2 miles); follow Route 201 northerly for 7.5 miles. Turn left on Miller Road and park on right before sharp left turn. (set GPS at 80 Miller Road\, North Stonington). Bring a lunch\, a hat & sunscreen. \nLeader: Sigrun Gadwa
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/a-tri-town-preserve-walk/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Preserves,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190731T184326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T184326Z
UID:3321-1566036000-1566045000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Bruce Fellman Leads Hike & Seek On Preston Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The 56 acres of meadows\, woods\, and wetlands of the Preston Nature Preserve are at their prettiest in August\, when the fields are dominated by Joe-Pye weed\, various goldenrods\, milkweeds\, grasses\, thistles\, asters\, and a remarkable expanse of bee balm\, to name some of the botanical treasures. The abundant blossoms always attract an array of exquisite butterflies\, from monarchs and swallowtails to fritillaries and skippers\, with a collection of mesmerizing hummingbird moths thrown in for good measure. And that’s just the tip of the insect iceberg: PNP in August is alive with dragonflies\, beetles\, true bugs\, bees and wasps\, and other invertebrates. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nJoin naturalist Bruce Fellman on Saturday\, August 17th\, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for an exploration of the plants and animals — yes\, it’s a great birding spot\, too — that thrive along PNP’s gentle trails. Bring binoculars\, hand lenses\, cameras\, notebooks\, your natural history curiosity\, and\, if you have them\, your kids and grandkids since this is a Hike & Seek area that we’ll also be using for a smart-phone-based digital scavenger hunt. \nRegistration is recommended\, as space is limited\, so click HERE to sign up. \nIf you need more info\, email Bruce. \nMore information about Hike and Seek and Preston Nature Preserve clues.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/bruce-fellman-leads-hike-seek-on-preston-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Preston Nature Preserve\, Krug Road\, Preston\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike & Seek
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190819T161839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T132024Z
UID:3353-1568829600-1568829600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONTED Hike the Great Oak Greenway & Atkinson-Dirlam Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This hike has been POSTPONED. Will re-post when new date and daytime start is scheduled. \nJoin the Ledyard Library for an early evening 2-mile hike on the trails of the Great Oak Greenway\, and beyond to the Atkinson-Dirlam preserve. Meet at the Nathan Lester House parking lot for 6:00 p.m. Please wear proper hiking attire. \nThe Great Oak Greenway is a productive collaboration of the Town of Ledyard and the Avalonia Land Conservancy\, connecting three open-space properties: the 110-acre Great Oak Park; the 25-acre open space parcel at 800 Long Cove Road\, and Avalonia’s 260-acre Pine Swamp Wildlife Corridor.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-the-great-oak-greenway-atkinson-dirlam-preserve/
LOCATION:Nathan Lester House\, 153 Vinegar Hill Rd\, Gales Ferry\, CT\, 06335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20190625T175941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T175941Z
UID:3287-1569661200-1569673800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Two Walktober Hikes on TriTown
DESCRIPTION:The Avalonia Land Conservancy’s TriTown Forest Preserve is a 527-acre stretch of rugged and unfragmented woods and wetlands located in North Stonington\, Griswold and Preston. \nAs summer gives way to autumn\, we’re offering two different guided treks—one geared towards slower-paced nature observation; the other for hard-rock\, longer-distance hikers—along TriTown’s magnificent trail system amidst a backdrop of migrating birds\, insects\, and amphibians; late-blooming wildflowers; early fall foliage; mushrooms; and stone walls. \nThis event is in partnership with The Last Green Valley’s Walktober program. \nRegister for Nature Walk \nRegister for Rugged Hike \n  \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/two-walktober-hikes-on-tritown/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20191008T133501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T133501Z
UID:3420-1570726800-1570734000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:'Open Spaces' Art Exhibit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/open-spaces-art-exhibit-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Groton New London Airport\, 155 Tower Ave\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20191016T174709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T174709Z
UID:3468-1571472000-1571493600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Sawmill Tour at Hull Forest Products
DESCRIPTION:This event is a great opportunity to see where the Hoffman trees went! \nHull Forest Products is celebrating sustainable forestry and National Forest Products week with a free public tour of our sawmill on Saturday October 19th\, 2019 from 8am-2pm. \nWatch us turn locally grown wood into forest products! Free and open to the public\, our sawmill’s “how it’s made” tour is fun and educational for the whole family. Tours take approximately one hour and will be given on a drop-in basis from 8 am to 2 pm on Saturday October 19th.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/sawmill-tour-at-hull-forest-products/
LOCATION:Hull Forest Products\, 101 Hampton Road\, Pomfret Center\, CT\, 06259\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20191008T132403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191014T144948Z
UID:3418-1571479200-1571493600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Tidal River Hike & Seek at Knox Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Hey kids\, grab mom or dad or your favorite grownup and show them all the great things to discover in nature! Avalonia is hosting a Hike & Seek nature treasure-hunt that you get to lead yourselves\, like a real explorer. Join us at Knox Preserve in Stonington\, where you can explore the shoreline\, thickets\, and meadows. You’ll find all kinds of plants and critters on the way. You might see butterflies and bees\, or an osprey nest and oysters\, too! And maybe even a few hidden treasures. We’ll hand out a list of clues and things to look for\, but the path of the adventure is up to you! \nAn Avalonia volunteer will be on October 19th at Knox Preserve\, and someone will be handing out clues from 10-2. The walk will take 30-45 minutes\, so come and go as you please! Bring the whole family for a fun\, easy walk. You’ll learn a lot and spend some time outdoors in nature! \nPlease take photos not things. Leave the treasures you find for others to enjoy! \nWhile on your hike\, you can also use your smartphone to refer back to the clues and targets page. How many can you find? \nView Knox Preserve Hike & Seek Clues \nSponsored by:
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/tidal-river-hike-seek-at-knox-preserve/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Hike & Seek,Nature,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20191009T141459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T151034Z
UID:3424-1571488200-1571495400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hike at Tefftweald with Naturalist Bruce Fellman
DESCRIPTION:Documenting your discoveries on the trail is a 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. \nTefftweald\, a former Girl Scout camp\, is a 77-acre masterpiece of upland forest\, meadows\, wetlands\, old graveyards and cellar holes\, and the wonderfully photogenic Wyassup Brook. This is a family-friendly excursion\, and we’ll explore the woodland trails at a pace moderate enough to give the Preserve a close read and capture the experience in whatever form\, from pen and ink on paper to digital drawings\, photos\, and text entered on a smart device. \nWalk 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 41 years. \nRegister for this Excursion \nFor more information\, email Bruce Fellman at fellnature@scbglobal.net\, or call 860-599-4867. \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-at-tefftweald-with-naturalist-bruce-fellman/
LOCATION:Tefftweald at Birchenturn\, 282 Grindstone Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exploration,Family,Hike & Seek,Hikes,Nature,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T205854
CREATED:20191024T002249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T002504Z
UID:3508-1572373800-1572373800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Margaret Gibson\, Connecticut's Poet Laureate\, Reading at Preston Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Preston Library as they welcome Preston resident\, Margaret Gibson\, Connecticut Poet Laureate. Margaret will be reading a selection of poems from books and new poems that have to do with Nature and the environment. Come and help us celebrate poetry. \nTuesday\, October 29\, 6:30 pm at the Preston Public Library\, 389 Route 2\, Preston. \nPlease call the library at 860-886-1010 to reserve a seat for this free program. \nMargaret Gibson is a Director at Avalonia\, and her poem “Riverkeeper” was published in our Spring 2019 Newsletter.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/margaret-gibson-reading/
LOCATION:Preston Public Library\, 389 Route 2\, Preston\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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