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SUMMARY:Spring Emergence Exploration Hike - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:7am to 3pm– Rugged ramble and explore with Jim (expect a challenging hike – off trail\, uneven terrain\, swamps\, wetlands\, and rocky areas). Bring water\, lunch and snacks. \nJoin Jim Natale\, naturalist and amateur botanist\, on a ramble through Jewett and adjacent preserves to identify all types of plants\, focusing on spring ephemerals and mosses. In the late fall 2025\, Jim volunteered to lead a series of work parties to cut several acres of invasive Burning Bush there. We will see what native plants have been given the opportunity to emerge in the cleared areas.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/spring-emergence-exploration-hike-lyme/
LOCATION:Jewett Preserve\, Mt.Archer Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000
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SUMMARY:Spring Emergence Exploration Walk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:3:00-5:00 pm- Take a moderately easy walk with Jim to view highlights of what was discovered during his day-long ramble earlier in the day. There will be some off trail. \nJoin Jim Natale\, naturalist and amateur botanist\, on a ramble through Jewett and adjacent preserves to identify all types of plants\, focusing on spring ephemerals and mosses. In the late fall 2025\, Jim volunteered to lead a series of work parties to cut several acres of invasive Burning Bush there. We will see what native plants have been given the opportunity to emerge in the cleared areas.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/spring-emergence-exploration-walk-lyme/
LOCATION:Jewett Preserve\, Mt.Archer Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T190558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T190558Z
UID:6365-1777973400-1777980600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Seleden Creek Preserve Hike - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Hike to both overlooks and experience the vista with a view unobstructed by leaves. 2.5 miles. Fairly steep in parts. Meet at the Selden Creek Preserve parking lot on Joshuatown Rd. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/seleden-creek-preserve-hike-lyme/
LOCATION:Selden Creek Preserve\, Joshuatown Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T193953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T194058Z
UID:6382-1778148000-1778176800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Plant Sale - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Mostly locally grown plants will be for sale at Salem Free Public Library. \nThursday\, May 7th: 10am – 6pm\nFriday\, May 8th:  10am – 4pm\nSaturday\, May 9th: 10am – 2pm \nProceeds from the sale are used to fund programs at the Salem Library including those that concern nature and the environment.\nDonations of plants or help with the sale please contact Elizabeth Lane: 860-859-1125.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/plant-sale-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260415T205559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T205559Z
UID:6333-1778317200-1778338800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale - East Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Native Plant Sale featuring plants that help restore habitat\, support pollinators\, and strengthen the health of our local environment. Shop a beautiful selection of native plants and support Brookside’s work to care for this historic landscape in a way that connects history\, environment\, and community.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/native-plant-sale-east-lyme/
LOCATION:Brookside Farm Museum\, 33 Society Road\, Niantic\, CT\, 06357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T194612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T194612Z
UID:6389-1778320800-1778335200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Plant Sale - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Mostly locally grown plants will be for sale at Salem Free Public Library. \nThursday\, May 7th: 10am – 6pm\nFriday\, May 8th:  10am – 4pm\nSaturday\, May 9th: 10am – 2pm \nProceeds from the sale are used to fund programs at the Salem Library including those that concern nature and the environment.\nDonations of plants or help with the sale please contact Elizabeth Lane: 860-859-1125.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/plant-sale-salem-3/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T184519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T184519Z
UID:6352-1778400000-1778407200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Woodland Wander - Moodus
DESCRIPTION:This Mother’s Day morning Bird\, Flora\, Fungi viewing\, led by East Haddam Land Trust directors\, will be a chance to create family memories on a special day. Hikers young and old can enjoy the easy-going trails of this land trust preserve — a wildlife gem in Moodus. Meadows and trees provide wonderful habitat for birds. Wetlands offer places to study amphibians\, insects\, other wildlife\, and plant life. Interior meadows and woodlands provide quiet respite. Park in the lot along Great Hillwood Road. Walkers are invited to contribute light snacks for an after-hike tailgate.  \nPlease leave 4-legged friends at home for this outing.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woodland-wander-moodus/
LOCATION:Golet Farm Preserve\, Great Hillwod Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
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UID:6286-1778698800-1778704200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Canoeing Local Waters and Other Adventures : Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Vermont author\, Alex Wilson\, has co-authored four books for the Appalachian Mountain Club on “quiet water” canoeing and kayaking\, including a guide to Southern New England (covering Connecticut\, Massachusetts\, and Rhode Island)\, which recently came out in a 4th edition. The other books in this series cover New Hampshire-Vermont\, Maine\, and New York. In researching these books\, starting around 1990\, he has paddled many hundreds of lakes\, ponds\, estuaries\, and quiet sections of rivers throughout the Northeast.\nUnlike river guides\, which by necessity focus on portages\, white water safety\, and routes with drop-off and put-in locations\, these quiet-water guides focus on what paddlers will see on each body of water. Alex and his coauthor John Hayes are naturalists\, and they focus on fauna\, flora\, and natural history of these places. Some entries also address historical events that occurred there\, such as the King Phillips War in Rhode Island\, and Thoreau’s explorations of the Concord River in Massachusetts and the Penobscot River in Maine.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/canoeing-local-waters-and-other-adventures-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd (Rte 156)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Public Hall":MAILTO:info@lymepublichall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260424T002331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T002331Z
UID:6405-1778698800-1778704200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Canoeing Local Waters Talk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Vermont author\, Alex Wilson\, has co-authored four books for the Appalachian Mountain Club on “quiet water” canoeing and kayaking\, including a guide to Southern New England (covering Connecticut\, Massachusetts\, and Rhode Island)\, which recently came out in a 4th edition. The other books in this series cover New Hampshire-Vermont\, Maine\, and New York. In researching these books\, starting around 1990\, he has paddled many hundreds of lakes\, ponds\, estuaries\, and quiet sections of rivers throughout the Northeast. \n  \nUnlike river guides\, which by necessity focus on portages\, white water safety\, and routes with drop-off and put-in locations\, these quiet-water guides focus on what paddlers will see on each body of water. Alex and his coauthor John Hayes are naturalists\, and they focus on fauna\, flora\, and natural history of these places. Some entries also address historical events that occurred there\, such as the King Phillips War in Rhode Island\, and Thoreau’s explorations of the Concord River in Massachusetts and the Penobscot River in Maine. In selecting places to include in these guides\, Alex and John sought less developed bodies of water\, restrictions on motorized boating\, and varied shorelines to explore—but they also tried to include locations close to major population centers\, some of which are more developed. \n  \nAlex and Jerelyn will describe a few local paddling spots\, including Whalebone Creek and Selden Neck\, and also describe a few adventures they had in writing and updating these guides over more than three decades. Bring your questions!
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/canoeing-local-waters-talk-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd (Rte 156)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Public Hall":MAILTO:info@lymepublichall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T195126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T195126Z
UID:6391-1778929200-1778932800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Raccoons\, Opossums\, Skunks and Porcupines  - Salem
DESCRIPTION:DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist\, Ginny Apple\, will talk about the life and habits of four common CT nocturnal creatures: the opossum\, skunk\, raccoon and porcupine and how unique characteristics help them navigate their environment\, evade predators and survive. \nCall 860-859-1130 to register. \nSponsored by a Grant from the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Watershed and the National Park Service.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/raccoons-opossums-skunks-and-porcupines-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260306T192503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T192503Z
UID:6308-1779022800-1779031800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Teen Hike and Steward Group Meetup : Lyme
DESCRIPTION:The Tree Collective is a program designed to engage young conservationists ages 14-18 in outdoor fun and education while working to maintain trails in our beautiful town of Lyme\, CT. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nIt is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Regan Stacey is a mother whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature. \nTools and gloves provided. \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/teen-hike-and-steward-group-meetup-lyme-2/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260421T152943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T152943Z
UID:6403-1779102000-1779107400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Gillette Castle Trail Hike - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a guided hike of the route followed by William Gillette’s narrow-gauge train. Gillette’s train system runs through very scenic areas of the 122 acre state park\, with numerous historic features along the way. The hike is a about an hour and fifteen minutes\, and is a gentle and flat trail with a couple of brief scrambles. \nSturdy shoes and warm clothing is recommended. To ensure the comfort of all hikers\, please leave your pets at home\, or take a walk without a trail guide (leashed dogs are allowed at the park). We will meet at Grand Central Station (the covered picnic area near the archway along the path to the Castle). We hope to see vou there! \nLimited space\, first come first served!
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/gillette-castle-trail-hike-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Gillette Castle State Park\, 67 River Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Gillette Castle":MAILTO:gillettecastlevolunteers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T184753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T184753Z
UID:6354-1779111000-1779118200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Words from the Woods Book Circle - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Join this offering from the East Haddam Land Trust and the East Haddam Library System to soak in the writings of natural scientists who expand and deepen our awareness of the ecologies of life. For this gathering we explore  Searching for Stars on an Island in Maine by Alan Lightman. All are welcome\, even if you have not read or completed the book. The book circle gathers in a meeting room at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 31 Main Street\, East Haddam\, directly across from the Rathbun Library.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/words-from-the-woods-book-circle-east-haddam-6/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 31 Main Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T190838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T190838Z
UID:6367-1779181200-1779188400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Mr. Archer Woods Hike - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:It is Maple Sugar Season! Walk through what was once excellent pasture that has since developed into a hardwood forest. We will look for signs of spring and learn about the process of making one of our regional delicacies. Meet at the parking area at the top of Mt. Archer on Mt. Archer Road. \nRegister: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/mr-archer-woods-hike-lyme/
LOCATION:Mt Archer Woods\, Mt Archer Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T191145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T191145Z
UID:6369-1779786000-1779793200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Walbridge Woodland / Hartman Park Hike - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Walk along a ridge and up to the top area of Hartman Park. We will view a variety of indigenous stone structures along the way. – plus miles or so. Meet at Hartman Park main lot\, Gungy Rd\, Lyme.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/walbridge-woodland-hartman-park-hike-lyme/
LOCATION:Hartman Park\, Gungy Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T191611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T191611Z
UID:6371-1779868800-1779876000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Botany and Birds -  Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Join Lisa Wahle and Chris Penniman of the Connecticut Botanical Society on a  walk that will showcase young forest habitat that benefits our native New England cottontail and many bird species of conservation concern as well as mature forest. The Lyme Land Trust has partnered with the State of CT and adjacent landowners to harvest areas of mature trees in succession in order to offer a variety of habitats as the trees grow back. We will be joined by Jim Arrigoni of the Lyme Land Trust and Joe Attwater of the CT Audubon. The early start is to hear bird songs. Bring your binoculars if you wish. https://www.lymelandtrust.org/properties/ \nDirections and Parking: There is limited space for parking at the site so we will meet at Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Road\, and carpool to the site. \nRegistration: required  Please register with Lisa at lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184 or Chris at chrisepenniman@gmail.com\, 860-501-4117.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/botany-and-birds-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371-3110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T192439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T192630Z
UID:6373-1780214400-1780246800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tour de Lyme Cycling - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the annual Tour de Lyme cycling event with beautifully scenic routes for all ages and levels. We’re looking forward to seeing you! \nRegistration open now!\nFor more information\, visit the Tour de Lyme webpage \nContact Email: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nThe Lyme Land Trust inaugurated Tour de Lyme in 2013 as an annual bike ride to raise funds to support its mission of preserving and protecting environmentally important land in Lyme.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tour-de-lyme-cycling-lyme/
LOCATION:Grassy Hill Preserve\, Grassy Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T054536
CREATED:20260419T184955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T184955Z
UID:6356-1780232400-1780239600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Woods Walk - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Join this brisk-paced hike through the trails at Burnham Brook\, a Nature Conservancy preserve in the Eightmile River Watershed. The trails lead through woodlands\, rock outcroppings\, and along a stunning view of Burnham Brook. Leashed dogs are welcome to hike with their owners. Hikers are invited to contribute light snacks for an after-hike tail-gate.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woods-walk-east-haddam-6/
LOCATION:Burnham Brook Preserve\, Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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