Taking advantage of low tide and depending upon conditions, we will walk to the end of Griswold Point and back. About 1.5 miles. Bring binoculars if you have them. Meet at White Sands Beach Parking Lot, 11 Seaside Ln, Old Lyme. Register: openspace@townlyme.org
Are you a fishing enthusiast? Have you always wanted to be one? Or are you just interested in the fish that are likely to be lurking in the waterways you encounter while hiking the trails of Lyme? Either way, you’ll be interested to hear local expert Rowan Lytle’s talk on fishing our local waterways, sponsored …
DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Time to start up again after the winter break; let’s hope the snow is long gone. We can still enjoy the highlights of the winter night sky with Orion and Gemini visible in the south at the session’s start. Jupiter beams brightly high in the sky with three of …
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. It is sponsored by the …
Explore the seasonal pools in the flood plain forest and in the old quarry for salamander eggs and take stock of the winter’s floods at this ever-changing preserve. Meet at the trailhead parking lot on Town Street/Route 82. Register: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org
Fish passage is a critical component of river health and resilience. Join Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) for an engaging LiveStream webinar exploring fish passage on the Connecticut River. Speakers will dig deep into the importance of fish passage in our watershed, the intricacies of proper design, and what it takes to get it right. This webinar will investigate how effective design restores migratory pathways and meets evolving …
Join The Land and Sea Newfoundland Training Group for a fun filled story time followed by cart rides pulled by the beautiful Newfoundlands! Limited to 24 Participants, ages 5 and up. Parents must sign waiver to have children participate in cart ride. Call 860-859-1130 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Salem Free Public …
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The Lyme Pollinator Pathway invites you to join Jim Natale, native plant landscape expert, for a presentation on what we can do to preserve our natural heritage. As he takes us on an exploration of our natural open space areas, he will discuss the threat of invasive plants and the rarely seen native plants that …
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This is new hike for Quinn, I am looking forward to some awesome discoveries. Expect a hike that is moderate in pace and full of exploration. Meet me at the parking area on Brush Hill Rd. Register: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com
Join us for a presentation about this unique bird, the American Woodcock. In this slide show and presentation, learn about the woodcock's strange physical features, spiraling aerial courtship display and much more. Suitable for teens and adults. Presentation by Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Sponsored by a grant from the Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed. …
Lyme Pollinator Pathway invites you to our 5th Anniversary Party for an evening of warmth, cheer and greenery with fellow nature lovers at the lovely Ballek’s Garden Center greenhouse. Enjoy libations and nibbles – wine, native plant-themed mocktail, and appetizers. We will present our first annual Habitat Hero Award, have drawings for prizes, and Cake! …
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