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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
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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
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CREATED:20191008T133501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T133501Z
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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:20260404T210707
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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:20260404T210707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191014T144948Z
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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:20260404T210707
CREATED:20191009T141459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T151034Z
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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
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CREATED:20191024T002249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T002504Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191121T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20191118T180531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T180531Z
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SUMMARY:Adore Beaujolais Nouveau Release Event - Raffle for Avalonia
DESCRIPTION:Adore in Downtown Mystic will be raffling off this wine basket at their Beaujolais Nouveau event\, with all donations going to Avalonia. Thank you\, Adore! \nEvent Details
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/adore-beaujolais-nouveau-release-event-raffle-for-avalonia/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191129T130000
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CREATED:20191118T175526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191124T141449Z
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SUMMARY:Black Friday Hike at Hoffman Evergreen Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Black Friday: Skip the shopping\, get out and hike! \nWork off some of those dessert calories; Get some fresh air and activity after being in the kitchen for\ndays; Get the kids out to burn off some steam. \nCome see the newly re-opened Hoffman Evergreen Preserve. \nSeveral of our lead stewards will be available to lead a hike through some areas of the preserve to explain the forest restoration project. We’re hoping to have the Hull forester with us as well. The trails are being marked and cleared. There are already more birds to spy! All are welcome\, but the walking may be rough in areas\, and if there’s been rain\, it may be muddy in spots. Please dress appropriately. \nMany people don’t understand this project. This is a great time to ask questions\, get some answers\, and hear about our plans for the future. \nMeet at the main entrance on Rt. 201 at 1 pm on Nov. 29th. Roadside parking. We’ll walk for about 1-1.5 hours. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/black-friday-hike-at-hoffman-evergreen-preserve/
LOCATION:Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, 580-632 CT-201\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20191206T202813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191213T182334Z
UID:3594-1576256400-1576270800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Avalonia at Outer Light Brewing Company!
DESCRIPTION:If you like beer\, you’ll love Outer Light Brewing Company! And Outer Light Brewing loves Avalonia! Visit their tap room on Friday\, December 13 between 5:00 and 9:00 PM and be sure to ask for their newest USDA certified organic Outsider IPA and a portion of your purchase will go to Avalonia Land Conservancy to conserve the land you love. \nRolling Tomato food truck will be there between 5-5:30pm and there will be give-a-ways! \nWe hope you can join us for a good time and a great organic ale. Be sure to let your server know you are there to support Avalonia and the land you love. Thanks\, we’ll see you there!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/celebrate-avalonia-at-outer-light-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Outer Light Brewing Company\, 266 Bridge Street\, Groton\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinners & Gatherings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191223
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20191124T144010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T205849Z
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SUMMARY:Shop Mystic...Support Avalonia
DESCRIPTION:Shop at the stores listed below\, all Avalonia business members\, the weekend of December 20 – 22\, 2019 and\, by just mentioning Avalonia at the check out\, 10% of your purchase will be donated to Avalonia. Make these dates and shops the time and place to buy a gift you’ll love from a local business\, and you’ll contribute to conserving the land you love\, too. \n  \n\nMallove’s of Mystic does not miss a beat representing the tradition of Mallove’s Jewelers. You receive expert and personal service in a beautiful atmosphere in historic downtown Mystic. Whether you’re visiting this area or live nearby\, make Mallove’s of Mystic your jewelry destination. Visit their website. \n  \n\nAt Adore\, you’ll find a unique gift for that special person. Whether you’ve visited their store or only know them online\, they want to welcome you! They seek out beautifully crafted home products created both in the USA and around the world. Visit their website. \n  \n\nA Friar Tuck gift certificate makes the perfect stocking-stuffer! An old English tavern with great food and drink in historic downtown Mystic\, Friar Tuck’s is a place to come relax with friends… new and old.\nFriar Tuck’s is not your typical tavern. Its local owners\, talented and friendly staff\, impressive assortment of entrees and appetizers\, happy hour specials\, and live music – make Friar Tuck’s the place to be – everyday! Visit their website. \n  \n\nGive the gift of a stay at Steamboat Inn to your summer guests. The Inn is an 11-room luxury facility with the finest amenities and most beautiful views of the Mystic River. Located in the heart of historic downtown Mystic\, it’s just steps from fabulous shopping and fine dining. Visit their website. \n  \n\nThis is a ” place to:\nRENT – Paddle Boards\, Single & Tandem Kayaks\, Bikes\, Snowboards\, Monster Paddle Board\nSHOP – Apparel\, paddle boards\, kayaks\, bikes\, snow gear\, skateboards\, accessories.\nThey’re all about open space\, protecting the environment and Avalonia.\nVisit their store. Visit their website. \n  \n\nFind what you’re looking for this holiday at Hang the Moon\, Mystic’s go-to shop for women’s gifts\, accessories and jewelry. They’re proud to offer a wide array of exceptional gifts for women\, made by exceptional women. Shop small; whop locally owned; shop Mystic; support Avalonia. Visit their Facebook page. \n  \n\nWelcome historic downtown Mystic’s only one-stop shop for guys featuring unique and functional gifts\, grooming products\, accessories\, clothing\, bar ware and more. We are proud to be one of the many locally owned and operated businesses here in downtown Mystic. It’s easy to find a gift for that guy who is so tough to shop for! Visit their website. \n  \n\nOne place to shop for men\, women\, and kids. They’re an independent\, locally-owned and operated clothing store. The owners live in the community that they love and they graciously thank you all for your continued support. Shop local\, live local\, love local. Tidal River Clothing is a fan of Avalonia’s Hike & Seek program. Visit their website. \n  \n\nWhether you’re looking for relaxation\, preventative or rehabilitative care\, or want to add massage to your wellness routine\, each massage is customized to meet your individual needs. They’re now offering Reiki\, Chakra Balancing Sessions\, and CBD Massage. The perfect holiday gift certificate for him or her! Visit their website. \n  \n\nDating back to the 1800s\, Mystic has been famous for its delicious homemade ice cream. Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream\, in business since the mid 1950s\, continues that tradition today. An ice cream gift certificate makes a sweet stocking-stuffer! Visit their website.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/shop-mystic-support-avalonia/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200102T151923Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Winter Hike at TriTown
DESCRIPTION:The weather outside may be frightful\, but a winter hike can be delightful\, and to encourage you — as if Avalonia members needed any encouragement — we’re offering a special kid’s adventure on Martin Luther King Day\, Monday\, January 20th\, from 2 to 3p.m. at the TriTown Ridgeline Forest Preserve in North Stonington. Naturalist and long-time youth leader Kelly Allen will lead 8 to 12 year olds and their adults in search of winter wildlife over relatively easy TriTown trails for about two miles\, and if the weather cooperates\, we’ll snowshoe a shorter route. After the trek we will enjoy hot chocolate at the Miller Road trailhead. \nParticipants will need:\nNon-cotton base layers\nWool socks\nWinter boots\nWinter gloves\nWinter hat\nWaterproof weather appropriate outer shells\, such as snow pants and winter jacket shell\nA full water bottle and a high energy snack (candy bars with nuts are perfect!)\nSnowshoes (extras if you have them) \nLocation: TriTown Ridgeline Forest\, 90 Miller Rd\, North Stonington trailhead \nIn the event of truly frightful conditions – bitter cold\, steady rain\, strong winds\, more than moderate snow — the reschedule date is Sunday\, January 26\, 2 to 3pm. \nFor more information and to register\, contact Kelly: rooted2wanderlust@gmail.com \nphoto by Bruce Fellman
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/youth-winter-hike-at-tritown/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike & Seek,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
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SUMMARY:Full Snow Moon Hike at TriTown
DESCRIPTION:Date: February 8\, 2020\nTime: 6–9 PM\nLocation: TriTown Forest Preserve\, 90 Miller Rd. trailhead. \nFebruary’s full moon is known as the Snow Moon\, and whether it rises over a leaf-litter brown or dazzlingly white landscape\, the TriTown Forest Preserve in North Stonington is a wonderful place to enjoy the mid-winter lunar show. Join veteran naturalist Kelly Allen on Saturday evening\, February 8th\, for a nighttime adventure that will be a combination\, depending on your inclination\, of pre-Valentine’s Day romance and bracing trek. Given the difficult terrain and the darkness\, you’ll want to leave the kids at home. Our route\, starting at the trailhead\, will cover a distance of about 2.5 miles and follow the Blue loop west up and over Lambert Mountain and back down the west Yellow trail along the ridgeline—a trek definitely not for the faint-hearted (or anyone out of shape). If we’re lucky\, we might even hoot up some owls! \nTruly inclement weather like sleet\, hail\, polar vortex cold (below zero)\, blizzard winds and downpours will cancel. \nPlease bring the following items: \n\nSnowshoes (extras if you have them)\, microcleats\, trekking poles\nHead lamp (with extra batteries!)\nNon-cotton base layers\nWool socks\nWinter boots\nWinter gloves\nWinter hat\nBuff or balaclava\nFleece jacket as appropriate\nWeatherproof outer shells\, such as snow pants and winter jacket shell.\nBackpack to carry your things\nA full water bottle (that does not leak) and high-energy snacks.\n\nphoto by Bruce Fellman
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/full-snow-moon-hike-at-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:20200222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200217T184155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200217T184540Z
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SUMMARY:Hike the Avery Preserve
DESCRIPTION:An Avalonia representative will take us through the Avery Preserve which features a maple swamp\, open upland woods\, and Atlantic white cedar. This hike is cosponsored by Ledyard Library and Avalonia Land Conservancy and consists of two to three miles. Please wear proper hiking attire. \nPark on East tract off Avery Hill Road. \nThis is a Hike & Seek property. See clues to discover here. \n 
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hike-the-avery-preserve/
LOCATION:Avery Preserve\, 55-35 Avery Hill Rd\, Ledyard\, CT\, 06339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200129T155248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T155248Z
UID:3685-1582470000-1582475400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Mystic Green Forum on State Legislation
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here:\nhttps://mysticforumonstatelegislation.eventbrite.com
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/mystic-green-forum-on-state-legislation/
LOCATION:Mystic Congregational Church\, 43 E Main St\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conservation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200309T232609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T203437Z
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SUMMARY:Video Filming: Crowd Needed at Knox (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:UPDATED: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \nJoin us at Knox Preserve (84 Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT) on Saturday\, March 14th at 10am to film a special video as a thank you to selected donors. \nYou don’t need to read any lines\, we simply need you to cheer and smile. The more the merrier\, so please invite and bring any family or friends who want to come help out! \nThe rain date is Sunday 3/29 at 1pm\, please keep an eye on our social media in case of cancellation. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/video-filming-crowd-needed-at-knox/
LOCATION:Knox Preserve\, Wilcox Road\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Preserves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200227T143040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T213723Z
UID:3771-1585161000-1585166400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:A Vernal Pool Adventure\, Babcock Ridge Preserve (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to Coronavirus concerns. Avalonia trails remain open\, but visitors need to use caution\, avoid large groups\, and use good judgement when meeting other hikers. \nWhile winter has hardly lived up to its name\, an amazing variety of frogs\, salamanders\, and aquatic invertebrates have spent the colder season in hiding. But with the arrival of spring\, they’re coming back to life in the temporary wetlands known as vernal pools. 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. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nBring a flashlight\, wear warm clothes and waterproof boots\, and don’t forget your spirit of adventure on this family-friendly exploration of a fascinating part of the natural world. \nWalk leader Bruce Fellman has been introducing people to vernal pool life for almost half-a-century. \nphotos: Bruce Fellman
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/a-vernal-pool-adventure-babcock-ridge-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Babcock Ridge\, 113 Babcock Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Hike & Seek,Nature,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200927T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200918T133616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200918T133616Z
UID:4168-1601231400-1601231400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Avalonia Annual Meeting 2020
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Annual Meeting on Sunday\, September 27\, 2020 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm! Our meeting will be on Zoom this year\, but we hope to see your smiling faces on the computer screen. \nTopic: Annual Member Meeting\nTime: Sep 27\, 2020 06:30 PM Eastern Time \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88222245000 \nMeeting ID: 882 2224 5000\nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,88222245000# US (Germantown)\n+13126266799\,\,88222245000# US (Chicago) \nDial by your location\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\nMeeting ID: 882 2224 5000\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbQybaYmQ
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/avalonia-annual-meeting-2020/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201026
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20200901T183322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T183322Z
UID:4152-1602892800-1603670399@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Great Avalonia Trail Trek 2020
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to help save land? Do you like getting a good workout in? If you answered yes to both of those questions\, then you should sign up for the Great Avalonia Trail Trek! The Great Avalonia Trail Trek is a week-long fundraiser from Saturday\, October 17 to Sunday\, October 25 that will give you the chance to raise money for Avalonia while enjoying our beautiful preserves. The money raised at the Great Avalonia Trail Trek will support Avalonia’s land conservation and stewardship efforts\, including helping us reach our fundraising goal for the TriTown Forest Preserve. \nSee details and register
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/great-avalonia-trail-trek-2020/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20201015T141046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T141129Z
UID:4213-1602928800-1602928800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:For the Birds: A Forest Tour of Avalonia’s Hoffman Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Hoffman Preserve on Saturday\, October 17 as Hull forester Chris Casadei leads a woods walk “For the Birds: A Forest Tour of Avalonia Conservancy’s Hoffman Preserve.” This is an easy 2-mile walk and participants will view and discuss recent forest management activity designed to improve forest health and wildlife habitat. This forest includes areas of softwood plantation and native cover types\, some managed and some untouched. \nLocation is across the street from 578 North Stonington Road\, Stonington\, CT. Ample roadside parking is available and leashed dogs are welcome. Walk time is 10 am on 10/17. Please register in advance by emailing info@hullforest.com.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/for-the-birds-a-forest-tour-of-avalonias-hoffman-preserve/
LOCATION:Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, 580-632 CT-201\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T195239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T195239Z
UID:4553-1618653600-1618660800@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Preston Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Terri Eickel and the Preston Town Committee on Saturday\, April 17 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm to support the Town of Preston’s annual Roadside Clean-Up.  \nCovid safety protocols in place; registration and masks required. \nRegistration required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/preston-clean-up/
LOCATION:CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T195032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T162200Z
UID:4551-1619096400-1619103600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Clean-up at StoneRidge
DESCRIPTION:Join the members of StoneRidge to assess (with a goal of starting some of the construction with installation to follow a few weeks later) the stair repairs that day\, cut back any brush\, remove trip hazards\, place benches and add the StoneRidge signage as described and allowed by Avalonia. \nCovid safety protocols in place\, registration required.  Limit of 14 people and masks are required. \nRegistration required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earth-day-clean-up-at-stoneridge/
LOCATION:CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T194414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T191557Z
UID:4542-1619254800-1619262000@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Hidden Treasure Hike at TriTown Forest Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a three mile adventure of discovery at one of CT’s premiere walking destinations. For our Earth Day adventure we will visit a series of seldom noted treasures (large and small) hidden in plain sight along the trail: historic stoneworks and the fascinating beautiful world of lichen and Bryophytes. Bring a snack\, water\, and a loupe or magnifying glass. \nCovid safety protocols are in place; registration limited to 14 people and masks are required. \nRegistration is required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/hidden-treasure-hike-at-tritown-forest-preserve/
LOCATION:TriTown Forest Preserve\, 91 Miller Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T194742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T194742Z
UID:4545-1619258400-1619265600@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. \nCovid safety protocols are in place. Registration limited to 14 people.  Masks required. \nRegistration required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/benedict-benson-preserve-hike-2/
LOCATION:Benedict Benson Preserve\, Swantown Hill Road\, North Stonington\, CT\, 06359\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T194906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T132515Z
UID:4548-1619272800-1619276400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Hike at Barrett Preserve
DESCRIPTION:It’s Earth Day\, so join Ledyard Town Committee Chair Laurie Gorham for a hike of Barrett Preserve in Ledyard. Get outside\, breathe the fresh air\, and celebrate the Earth! \nCovid protocols in place. Registration limited to 14 people. Masks required. \nRegistration required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/earth-day-hike-at-barrett-preserve/
LOCATION:CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T193907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T122757Z
UID:4535-1619794800-1619798400@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:An Arbor Day Celebration Tree "Hunt"
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor Day 2021 along the trail on Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Moore Woodland’s preserve in Mystic\, CT \nJoin Jim Luce\, retired Connecticut College Supervisor of Grounds on Avalonia’s Moore Woodlands in Mystic on Arbor Day\, Friday April 30\, 3 – 4:00 pm or on Sunday\, May 2\, 1 – 3:00 pm. \nYou will receive a preserve trail map – then you will walk the trail searching for trees with ‘tags’ that identify the tree and match each tree tag with a number on your map. (You will find Connecticut’s state tree – the white oak somewhere along the trail) \nLearn more about identifying trees and enjoy your walk on one of many Avalonia’s trailed properties. \n(Rain cancels but tree identification maps will be available on site for two weeks\, and the tree tags will remain.)  \nThe Moore Woodlands entrance is located at the south end of Capstan Avenue in Mystic (Groton). \nLocation Map \nTrail Map \nRegistration is required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/an-arbor-day-celebration-tree-hunt/
LOCATION:CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210405T194010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T122733Z
UID:4538-1619960400-1619967600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:An Arbor Day Celebration Tree "Hunt"
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor Day 2021 along the trail on Avalonia Land Conservancy’s Moore Woodland’s preserve in Mystic\, CT \nJoin Jim Luce\, retired Connecticut College Supervisor of Grounds on Avalonia’s Moore Woodlands in Mystic on Arbor Day\, Friday April 30\, 3 – 4:00 pm or on Sunday\, May 2\, 1 – 3:00 pm. \nYou will receive a preserve trail map – then you will walk the trail searching for trees with ‘tags’ that identify the tree and match each tree tag with a number on your map. (You will find Connecticut’s state tree – the white oak somewhere along the trail) \nLearn more about identifying trees and enjoy your walk on one of many Avalonia’s trailed properties. \n(Rain cancels but tree identification maps will be available on site for two weeks\, and the tree tags will remain.)  \nThe Moore Woodlands entrance is located at the south end of Capstan Avenue in Mystic (Groton). \nLocation Map \nTrail Map \nRegistration is required. Register here.
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/an-arbor-day-celebration-tree-hunt-2/
LOCATION:CT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210801T174434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210801T174509Z
UID:4813-1628935200-1628944200@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Preston Nature Preserve Walk
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. \nJoin naturalist Bruce Fellman on Saturday\, August 14th\, 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 and Seek area that we’ll also be using for a smart-phone-based digital scavenger hunt. \nPlease register for the walk today.  For more information\, please contact our hike leader\, Bruce Fellman at bruce.fellman@yale.edu; for information about Hike and Seek\, click here. \nRegister
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/preston-nature-preserve-walk-2021/
LOCATION:Preston Nature Preserve\, Krug Road\, Preston\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210921T121710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T121710Z
UID:4983-1632672000-1632675600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Poetry Reading w/ Connecticut Poet Laureate\, Margaret Gibson
DESCRIPTION:Exciting news! Avalonia’s own Margaret Gibson has published another important book of poetry and will be presenting poems from it on Sunday\, Sept 26 at 4:00pm at the Arts Mystic Cafe in Mystic. Margaret’s poetry is nationally-recognized and she is Connecticut’s current Poet Laureate. Tickets for the reading are $15 for regular admission and $5 for students. Don’t miss this wonderful event! \nWith The Glass Globe\, celebrated poet Margaret Gibson completes a trilogy distinguished by its meditative focus on the author’s experience of her late husband’s Alzheimer’s disease. In this new collection\, she blends elegies of personal bereavement with elegies for the earth during the ongoing global crisis wrought by climate change. Gibson’s poems personalize the vastness of climate catastrophe while simultaneously enlarging personal grief beyond the limits of self-absorption. A work of great compassion and vision\, The Glass Globe is a necessary\, heartbreaking book from one of our most compelling poets.  To order your copy\, please call LSU Press at (800-848-6224).
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/poetry-reading-w-connecticut-poet-laureate-margaret-gibson/
LOCATION:Mystic Museum of Art\, 9 Water St\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T210707
CREATED:20210901T130322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T121826Z
UID:4899-1633093200-1633098600@avalonia.org
SUMMARY:Right Trees for the Right Time Online Workshop: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Judy Benson\, CT Sea Grant \nFocused on New England forests\, this October workshop is provided through a Long Island Sound Study Futures Fund Grant led by the University of Connecticut’s Sea Grant program in collaboration with the Avalonia Land Conservancy and the Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science (NIACS).  \nThe 4-part program will be virtual\, except for one field-based component that can focus a 2-hour trip to a local forest to apply the principles that your team will be learning. The total time commitment will be about 6-8 hours over the month of October.  \nThe 4-part program:   \n\nOctober 1\, 2021 (Friday) from 1-2:30 PM EST. VIRTUAL\, RECORDED\nOctober 8\, 2021 (Friday) from 1-2:30 EST. A VIRTUAL interactive session\nApproximately 2 hours for Field Work at a time\, date and local forest of your team’s choosing. Alternatively\, your team can visit the Hoffman Evergreen Preserve in Stonington\, CT on Saturday October 16 from noon to 2 PM with a rain date of Sunday October 17.\nOctober 22\, 2021 (Friday) from 1 – 2:30 EST. A VIRTUAL interactive session \n\nThis Workshop is offered at no cost\, but please gather a core team of participants (2-4) who can participate in all four sessions of the workshop. If you cannot raise a team\, but wish to participate individually\, we can accommodate you if you can commit to the four workshop sessions.   \nPlease click on links below: \nWorkshop Information \nWorkshop Registration \nThis workshop builds on the information presented in the 4-part UConn CLEAR webinar series\, Finding the Right Trees for the Right Time (See archived webinars).  However\, you do not need to have listened in on webinars to participate in the workshop.  \nYou can read more about the Hoffman Evergreen Preserve Project here. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Juliana Barrett (CT Sea Grant): Juliana.barrett@uconn.edu or Sharon Lynch (Avalonia Land Conservancy): slynch@gwu.edu
URL:https://avalonia.org/event/right-trees-for-the-right-time-online-workshop-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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