Avalonia values its role as a host for a range of scientific studies across the nearly 5000 acres of diverse habitat that make up its fee simple preserve system in southeastern CT. Currently our preserves are being evaluated for inclusion…
The Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Foundation (SNEC) has again generously funded Avalonia's summer-long internship program. This will be an opportunity for students, enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree programs in natural sciences, environmental studies, land conservation, or related…
By Conor Feeney During my first few weeks at Avalonia, the focus was primarily on helping to complete the annual monitoring tasks for each preserve. During these site visits, Avalonia makes sure that recognized conservation values are intact and that…
We're Stepping Into the New Year Filled with Gratitude Thanks to your generosity, we not only reached our goal — we exceeded it! There are few groups as dedicated or as effective as determined conservationists. Perhaps this is because they…
2025 was a year of growth, community, and conservation milestones for Avalonia Land Conservancy. We celebrated stunning moments, captured in our annual photo contest and by Avalonia’s resident photographer, Gail Kahover. We welcomed dedicated interns and volunteers whose tireless work strengthened…
On Sunday, December 7, more than 100 members of Avalonia Land Conservancy gathered together to share a late afternoon filled with connection, insight, and important updates on the work happening across our organization. From networking and a warm welcome to a…
The Bronze Medal, established in 1935, is the highest award given by the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut to an individual, couple, group, or club for outstanding accomplishments in upholding the aims and purposes of The Federation. Neil Duncan, Avalonia…
By Elanah Sherman, Avalonia board member I remember some freelance accessibility work I did many years ago in partnership with an esteemed trainer on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). My partner (who has a mobility disability) was under…
The old Chinese proverb states that “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” And so it is with Avalonia’s land acquisition and preservation program. A journey of a single preserve in 1969 has grown into almost…
Connecticut State Representative Kevin Ryan, of the 139th House District, passed away on November 23, 2025. An inaugural member of the Council, Kevin was a stalwart champion of the environment during the course of his over 30-year legislative career. This…