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SUMMARY:Words from the Woods Book Circle - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Words from the Woods Book Circle \nMeet at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 31 Main Street\, East Haddam to discuss “The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth\,” by Zoe Schlanger. Discussions are lively and interesting\, even for those who have not read the book. For more information see ehlt.org/book-circle.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/words-from-the-woods-book-circle-east-haddam/
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:20250420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
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SUMMARY:Tree Collective: Teen Hike and Steward Group Meet-up - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Register to learn location\nContact Email: reganstacey@gmail.com \nThe 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. It is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nTools and gloves provided. \nFor more information.  \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tree-collective-teen-hike-and-steward-group-meet-up-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:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
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SUMMARY:Honor Earth Day Family Walk - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Honor Earth Day on this Child & Family Walk on April 19th\n(Please note that this event is Not on Earth Day which is April 22nd)\nBring the kids to this family-friendly hike/walk to celebrate Earth Day and learn about life in wooded wetlands. Maggie Cozens of Connecticut Sea Grant will lead the way. As one of the most important ecosystems on Earth\, wetlands are a wealth of biodiversity and intrigue. We will walk through marshy habitat\, and look for amphibians\, birds\, ephemeral wildflowers\, and more. Plan footwear accordingly. The walk is appropriate for all ages\, especially children (accompanied by an adult)\, but is limited to 12 participants.\nRegistration is required by April 16.\nRegister via an email to events@ehlt.org with your name and the number of adults and children to register.\nThe location will be sent with the registration confirmation.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/honor-earth-day-family-walk-east-haddam/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T211102Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Walk : Rocky Neck State Park - East Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Rocky Neck Park Walk\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: Wendy Hill \n\nA beautiful wooded walk along the salt marshes toward the beach on Long Island Sound. Bring binoculars if you have them. 2.5 miles. \nDirections: Meet at the parking lot on Rte i56 across from the KOA Campground\, 271 Main St (Rte 156)\, about 0.5 mile east of the intersection with Four Mile River Rd. \n\nPlease Reserve.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to all.\n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/walk-rocky-neck-state-park-east-lyme/
LOCATION:Rocky Neck State Park\, 244 West Main Street\, Niantic\, CT\, 06357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T110000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Burnham Brook Preserve - Lyme LT
DESCRIPTION:Place: Burnham Brook Preserve\nDirections: At the end of Rte. 156\, take a right onto Rte. 82\, travel 2.7 miles\, take left onto Woodbridge Road\, travel 1 mile (stay to the right)\, take left onto Dolbia Hill Rd. Park by Preserve sign along the side of the road. \nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: Wendy Hill \nAbout 3 miles\, blue trail loop in pristine upland forest with a section along vibrant Burnham Brook plus the new red trail which has beautiful scenic vistas.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-burnham-brook-preserve-lyme-lt/
LOCATION:Burnham Brook Preserve\, Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000
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SUMMARY:Mini Bioblitz Field Event : Banningwood Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: John Pritchard Conservation Center\, Lyme Land Trust Barn\, 12-1 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\nContact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org \nJoin the Lyme Land Trust’s Bioblitz Team by attending the inaugural Wild Lyme Project Mini Bioblitz! We will start at the John Pritchard Conservation Center and then move over to Banningwood Preserve across the street. Channel your inner Charles Darwin to discover species both new and familiar to you. Along with the joy and wonder of exploration and identification\, you’ll contribute to modern-day biology through citizen science. \nWe will learn how to identify all types of animals\, plants\, and insects with an emphasis on amphibians\, reptiles\, and spring ephemeral wildflowers\, using the iNaturalist app. Then\, you may upload your observations to support the Wild Lyme Project and its mission to catalog and compare the biodiversity of preserves protected by the Connecticut town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the Lyme Land Trust. \nAll skill levels are welcome\, from experienced to those who have never used the iNaturalist app. Participants wishing to record observations should bring a smartphone\, camera\, or both. Folks preferring to check out the process without installing the app will be of great help to spot plants\, animals\, and insects as part of a buddy team. \nRegistration is required and is limited to ten participants. Register: education@lymelandtrust.org to help kickstart our Wild Lyme Project bioblitz team! \nCo-sponsored with Lyme Pollinator Pathway and Town of Lyme
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/mini-bioblitz-field-event-banningwood-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:John Pritchard Conservation Center\, 12-1 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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SUMMARY:Woods Walk - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Woods Walk at Woodland Warbler Preserve\nHike at the Woodland Warbler Preserve in Salem. This Salem Land Trust preserve has old logging roads that allow access to sometimes rugged ridges\, valleys\, and caves. Pete Govert and EHLT directors will lead this 3-mile hike through multiple wildlife habitats with outstanding diversity. Meet at 340 West Road\, Salem\, next to the East Haddam Town line. Participants are invited to bring post-hike tailgate treats to share along with EHLT refreshments. This hike does not require preregistration.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woods-walk-salem/
LOCATION:Woodland Warbler Preserve\, 340 West Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250220T222623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T152012Z
UID:5483-1744455600-1744459200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Bald Eagles Presentation - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Salem Free Public Library \nJoin Ginny Apple\, Master Wildlife Conservationist with the CT DEEP for a talk & slide presentation about these magnificent birds of prey and their contributions to our ecosystem. \nLocation: Salem Free Public Library\nRegistration required. Call 860-859-0162 to register.\nSponsored by the Friends of the Salem Free Public Library \nBald Eagle
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/bald-eagles/
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:20250409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T203000
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SUMMARY:iNaturalist 101 : Connect with Nature - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: John Pritchard Conservation Center\, Lyme Land Trust Barn\, 12-1 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\nContact Email: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \nWant to know what you are seeing in nature? Want to contribute to citizen science by joining the Wild Lyme Biodiversity Project? With a photograph and a few taps on your smartphone\, you\, too\, can follow in the footsteps of great biologists like Charles Darwin by identifying different species and sharing your observations with the scientific and conservation communities. Join  Jim Arrigoni\, Lyme Land Trust (LLT) environmental director ad team member of the Lyme Pollinator Pathway\, for this informative program. \nLearn how to use iNaturalist on your smartphone or computer and learn more about the world of plants\, insects\, mushrooms\, birds\, and trees that are all around us. This 1-hour workshop will show you how to use the app on your smartphone and desktop computer\, what the best practices are for entering photos\, and add hands-on practice. \nJoin the Wild Lyme Biodiversity project on iNaturalist and contribute to the study of the variety of life on all of the Lyme preserves owned by LLT\, the Town of Lyme and The Nature Conservancy. We’ll show you how to join the project on the app\, what you can contribute\, and what you can learn about Lyme and the surrounding areas. \niNaturalist app is a free app that can be downloaded on both iPhone and android. We ask that you download the app on your smartphone and set up an account before coming to the workshop\, or come at 6:30 pm for help to download the app. \nReservations required. Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/inaturalist-101-connect-with-nature-lyme/
LOCATION:John Pritchard Conservation Center\, 12-1 Town Street\, 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:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T103000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Thach Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the Thach Preserve parking area\, 131 Brush Hill Road.\nContact Email: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com\nPresenter: Ryan Quinn \nWinter is ending and things are turning green again! Lets enjoy a hike through the Thach preserve. This is a 1 mile loop with a variety of interesting habitats to explore. \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-thach-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:Thach Preserve\, 131 Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T120000
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CREATED:20250227T170813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T170813Z
UID:5547-1743847200-1743854400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:April Vernal Pools Foray - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Selden Creek Preserve\, Joshuatown Road\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org \nJoin Jim Arrigoni in an exploration of two very different vernal pools at Selden Creek Preserve: one small\, shallow & shady\, the other large\, sunny & deep. These temporary wetland habitats are critical for sustaining populations of fascinating critters like Wood Frogs and Spotted Salamanders\, but varying conditions from pool-to-pool and year-to-year can result in very different outcomes for the species that depend on them. Come get an up-close view of who’s making their living in our local vernal pools and how they’re doing it. \nRegister: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/april-vernal-pools-foray-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:20250401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250227T170121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T170121Z
UID:5544-1743498000-1743505200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Johnston Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the Johnston parking lot on Rte 82.\nContact Email: anthonyinlyme@gmail.com\nPresenter: Tony Irving \nOne of my favorite preserves with its diversity of topography. Great views at the overlook. Depending on the desires of the group we can do a 3.5-mile hike or something shorter. \nRegister: anthonyinlyme@gmail.com
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-johnston-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:Johnston Preserve\, RT 82 (South side)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T150000
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CREATED:20250303T212133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T212133Z
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SUMMARY:Woods Walk : Gillette Castle - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Steve Dedman\nPlace:  Meet in front of the Gillette Castle State Park visitor center at the main parking lot. \nJoin our hike on the Gillette Castle Train Loop. Learn from Steve Dedman about this gem of a state park overlooking the Connecticut River. \n​ \nCheck back here and on our Facebook page for event postponements\, cancellations\, or updates. 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woods-walk-gillette-castle-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Gillette Castle State Park\, 67 River Road\, 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:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250316T202804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T202804Z
UID:5613-1743256800-1743267600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Volunteer Expo - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit Volunteer Expo\n\nLocation: East Haddam Grange\nPresenter: Amalia Shaltiel / Co-chair of East Haddam’s Sustainability Team\nEast Haddam has many nonprofits. This event will help families and individuals find the right fit for fun and meaningful volunteer work in our community.\nWhether you like the outdoors\, care for animals or would like to help those in need\, you can be of service\, enjoy yourself and have quality family time too.\nThe event is sponsored by the East Haddam Sustainability Team.\nNonprofits who wish to participate can get in touch with Amalia at amaliashaltiel@gmail.com or at sustainability.team@easthaddam.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/nonprofit-volunteer-expo-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Grange\, 488 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Sustainability Team":MAILTO:sustainability.team@easthaddam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T103000
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CREATED:20250227T165802Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the parking lot on Brush Hill Road.\nContact Email: Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org\nPresenter: Jim Arrigoni \nA gentle 2-mile walk will pause to explore the edges of vernal pools for eggs of Spotted Salamanders\, Wood Frogs\, and other early spring critters. \nRegister: Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-brockway-hawthorne-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush 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:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250227T165251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T165251Z
UID:5537-1742734800-1742743800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tree Collective: Teen hike and Steward Group Meet-up - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Register to learn location\nOrganizer: Regan Stacey\nContact Email: reganstacey@gmail.com \nThe 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. It is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nTools and gloves provided. \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tree-collective-teen-hike-and-steward-group-meet-up-lyme/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250228T192350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T192350Z
UID:5571-1742731200-1742742000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Spring Fling Public Festival - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Machimoodus and Sunrise State Parks are hosting their 4th annual Spring Fling at Machimoodus State Park in East Haddam. \nSpring Fling is a celebration of  the season and our collective love of the outdoors. This year’s festivities we will be commemorating both of those occasions as well as a plethora of other action days taking place during this week including: Global Recycling Day\, International Read To Me Day\, International Day of Happiness\,  World Sparrow Day\, World Frog Day\, World Rewilding Day\, Won’t You Be My Neighbor Day Taxonomist Appreciation Day\, World Meteorological Day\, World Bear Day\, World Water Day\, International Day of Forests\, World Poetry Day\, World Planting Day and many others. \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/spring-fling-public-festival-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Machimoodus State Park\, 128 Leesville Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250227T164731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T164731Z
UID:5533-1742724000-1742729400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Family Trail Time with Tori - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Mt Archer Woods\, Mt Archer Rd\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com\nPresenter: Tori Harris \nExplore an old colonial ruins on this walk.  Meet at the Mt Archer Woods Parking lot at the top of the hill and on the south side of Mt Archer Rd. Join Tori and family on the 4th Sunday of every month for a “mile-ish” hike geared towards families with children under 5\, but no age limit! \nKindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/family-trail-time-with-tori-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:20250321T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250227T164219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T164219Z
UID:5529-1742585400-1742592600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Observing Session - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Trail 53 Observatory\nContact Email: astronomy@lymelandtrust.org \nYoung or old\, experienced\, or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. \nRegistration required. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. \nFor more information and to register: Astronomy Events
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/astronomy-observing-session-lyme/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory\, Lyme\, CT\, 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:20250319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250227T162236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T162236Z
UID:5522-1742378400-1742383800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Take-a-Walk Wednesday: Pleasant Valley Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: Wendy Hill \nPleasant Valley Preserve – We will walk through a variety of habitats\, including the Eightmile River\, meadows with cedar groves\, and a pine forest.\n\nDirections: From Hall’s Rd\, Old Lyme: From traffic light\, travel north 6.6 miles on Rte 156. Turn left onto MacIntosh Rd. Parking is at the pull-in lot on the right about 1/4 mile from Rte 156.\n\nPlease Reserve.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to all.\nOn the 3rd Wednesday of each month (unless noted) the group will get together at various hiking areas in Lyme and Old Lyme.  Hikes will be led by Wendy Hill\, Lyme Open Space Coordinator and the Vice President of Lyme Land Trust. The walks are moderate\, dirt paths with some uneven footing and moderate hills\, unless noted. Paced to the group-two to three miles. Bring a walking stick\, water bottle and dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels. \nSponsored with the Lyme’s Senior Center. \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/take-a-walk-wednesday-pleasant-valley-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250226T221811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T221811Z
UID:5517-1742288400-1742295600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Johnston and Jewett Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the Johnston parking lot on RT 82. The lot is 2 miles west of the route 82 and route 156 intersection.\nContact Email: Kristin.white@lymelandtrust.org\nPresenter Kristina \nHike a big loop to the overlook in Johnston\, on the red trail in Jewett\, and come back to Johnston.\nAbout 4+ miles. \nRegister: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-johnston-and-jewett-preserve-lyme/
LOCATION:Johnston Preserve\, RT 82 (South side)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250228T193624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T142417Z
UID:5578-1742032800-1742040000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Tracking for Beginners - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Eightmile River Watershed\nLocation: 2 Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT 06423\n\nCurious about how to identify signs of Wildlife? Join us Saturday March 15th for a brief talk and interactive hike!\n– Learn what to look for\, what resources to use\, and how to identify what animal made them!– Go on an interactive hike with the opportunity to identify tracks and signs!\n\nSpace limited! Email info@eightmileriver.org to register.\n\nFree\, family friendly event! All are welcome! (Best suited for kids 8+)\n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/wildlife-tracking-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Burnham Brook Preserve\, Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eightmile Event,Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250225T193312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T193312Z
UID:5510-1741802400-1741809600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Making Pollinator Friendly Landscapes - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Contact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org\nRegistration: programreg@lymepl.org \nJane Seymour\, CT DEEP wildlife biologist\, will explain the value of transitioning a part of your lawn into meadow along with steps you can follow to do so. Learn about the wildlife that benefit from the meadows in our preserves as well as ways to extend that benefit by creating this habitat in your own backyard. \nJane Seymour is the steward of the Belding Wildlife Management Area in Vernon\, CT and manages several productive meadows. \nCo-sponsored with the Lyme Pollinator Pathway.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/making-pollinator-friendly-landscapes-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250225T191745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T191745Z
UID:5507-1741683600-1741690800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Hartman Park - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Presenter Wendy Hill\nExplore the southern part of the Hartman Park preserve and see what the beavers are up to.\nPlace: Meet at the main Hartman Park entrance.\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-hartman-park-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:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250220T214606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T152132Z
UID:5472-1741078800-1741084200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Beebe Preserve - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Lyme Land Trust \nPresenter: Ryan Quinn\nContact Email: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com\nThis will be an easy 1 mile hike along the orange trail with a stop by the Beaver Brook pond overlook. \nBeaver Lodge on Beebe Pond
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-beebe-preserve/
LOCATION:Beebe Preserve\, Old Grassy Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250220T211858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T152159Z
UID:5458-1740315600-1740322800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Woods Walk - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Organization: East Haddam Land Trust \nJoin us at Miller Farm Preserve for a hike led by naturalist Steve Dedman. We will wander through bridged wooded wetlands and upland forest as we learn about our natural spaces in late winter.Meet at the parking lot on A.P. Gates Road. Hikers are invited to bring post-hike treats to share along with EHLT refreshments. \nLeashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on hikes on our preserves.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/woods-walk/
LOCATION:Miller Farm Preserve\, A.P. Gates Road\, 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:20250223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20250220T213722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153541Z
UID:5465-1740304800-1740306600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Family Trail Time with Tori - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Lyme Land Trust \nPresenter: Tori Harris\nOn this one-mile plus walk\, visit a viewing platform for a beaver pond and see a large mysterious stone pile. Join Tori and family on the 4th Sunday of every month for a “mile-ish” hike geared towards families with children under 5\, but no age limit! \nKindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/family-trail-time-with-tori/
LOCATION:Beebe Preserve\, Old 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:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20240809T192928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T122529Z
UID:5376-1725699600-1725717600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Questions? Email us at info@eightmileriver.org \nRBV Stream Assessment Flyer
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/stream-assessment-volunteer-training-2/
LOCATION:Eightmile River Office\, 2 Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20240412T105856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T125217Z
UID:5330-1716026400-1716031800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tree ID Hike
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a hike through Burnham Brook Preserve and learn some of the species of tree we have and how to identify them. \nMore information to come. Email info@eightmileriver.org with any questions. \nRegistration Required! Email info@eightmileriver.org or fill out the form ( https://forms.gle/jerx2hdRvXYnxSQS8 ) to register.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tree-id-hike/
LOCATION:Eightmile River Office\, 2 Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T204805
CREATED:20240430T201845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T202742Z
UID:5333-1714579200-1714586400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Invasive Species Training with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/aquatic-invasive-species-training-with-the-connecticut-agricultural-experiment-station/
LOCATION:East Haddam Municipal Complex\, 1 Plains Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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