photo by Carl Tjerandsen On August 30th and October 18th 2019, a small group of volunteers led by Andy Conway, until recently a professional arborist and tree climber, participated in two work parties to remove dead trees: the first from…
donate now General Appeal 2019 Let’s face it, climate change is happening now. We all have been reading the same headlines over the past few months: The Amazon—the “lungs of the Earth”— is burning. Scientists have been underestimating the pace…
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Are you a Charter Oak member? Did you know that they will match your donation to Avalonia up to $500? Make a generous gift between August 20th and November 27th, 2019 in increments of $25. First, make your donation to…
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Above: Trees planted fifty years ago are dead or dying. (Photo Beth Sullivan) If you have hiked in a state park recently, you may have noticed the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) signs on the trails…
At Avalonia Land Conservancy's annual meeting on July 25th, two retiring board members, Maureen Dewire and Margaret Gibson (pictured with Dennis Main, President) were recognized for their many years of service. Five others were recognized for their positive impact on…
On July 13th, a beautiful day, more than 50 residents, local officials and state - representatives joined the Connecticut Land Conservation Council (CLCC) and the Avalonia Land Conservancy for a hike to a discussion of conservation funding. Amy Paterson, Executive…
Avalonia Land Conservancy is seeking support to complete the acquisition of approximately 250 acres of property located in Gales Ferry CT. This project was recently awarded a CT Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition grant, covering approximately 65% of the…
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