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UID:5975-1755335700-1755345600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Work will involve cutting of Tree of Heaven saplings in the meadows at Mangano-Mazzella Farm Preserve. Park at the Saunders Preserve on Honey Hill Road. Arrive at 9:15 am for coffee and donuts.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/stewardship-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Mangano-Mazzella Farm Preserve\, Honey 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T190745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T190745Z
UID:5965-1755180000-1755183600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Snakes and Turtles - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Ranger Russ’s Special Friends – An introduction to snakes and turtles in a very comfortable way. Dispels myths and helps children to understand and not fear these unique animals. Meigs Point Nature Center will bring live animals to the museum. \nSponsored by the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Watershed.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/snakes-and-turtles-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Historical Society\, 264 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Historical Society":MAILTO:Museum@easthaddamhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T220347Z
UID:5992-1755079200-1755086400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Seniors Hike - Airline Trail
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Airline Trail\, Rt.85\, Amston. \nJoin the Salem Senior Striders on the second Wednesday of the month for about a 3 mile hike.\nHikes start at 10:00 AM on the second Wednesday of the month.\nSuggestions: Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes along with socks. Bring; water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, sun\nscreen\, and a walking stick or trekking poles.\nIf you have any questions: text or call Heidi Buchholtz at 860-917-6720
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/seniors-hike-airline-trail/
LOCATION:Airline Trail\, Rt. 85\, Colchester\, CT\, 06415\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Seniors":MAILTO:salemctseniors@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T190357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T190357Z
UID:5963-1754910000-1754920800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:The POOP MUSEUM - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Susie Maguire aka the Poop Lady will bring the Poop Museum to the East Haddam Historical Society Museum. She covers the serious science of poop and pooping and it is delivered with the silliness that you might imagine accompanying a program about poop. During the program she covers many kinds of animal and insect poops but will also talk about human poop.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/the-poop-museum-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Historical Society\, 264 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T175704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T175704Z
UID:5933-1754767800-1754775000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Paddle - Moodus
DESCRIPTION:The 486 acres of the Upper Moodus Reservoir are ideal for watching the moonrise on a clear\, summer night. We will launch at 7:30 pm from the Upper Moodus Reservoir boat launch on Launching Area Road. Moonrise that night begins at about 8:30 pm. Please dress for the temperature and consider having insect repellent. Water\, binoculars and a camera are suggested. Personal flotation devices are required\, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/full-moon-paddle-moodus/
LOCATION:Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch\, East Haddam - Colchester Turnpike\, East Haddam\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T183516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T183516Z
UID:5953-1754492400-1754496000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Around the Pond - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions\, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts\, but the library will have some available on a first come\, first serve basis. Registration Required. Recommended for ages 6-13. \nGo to event web site to register: https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/14825/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/around-the-pond-east-haddam-2/
LOCATION:East Haddam Free  Public Library\, 18 Plains Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T164449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T164449Z
UID:5881-1754492400-1754496000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Around the Pond - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Come explore outdoor spaces through an interactive life-size game presented by our friends from the Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)! Collect natural objects while answering questions\, and use them to upcycle a t-shirt into a wearable nature notebook. Participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts\, but the library will have some available on a first come\, first serve basis. Recommended for ages 6-13. \nRegistration Required at event Web site :  https://easthaddamlibrarysystem.org/event/14825/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/around-the-pond-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Free  Public Library\, 18 Plains Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T183142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T183142Z
UID:5950-1753797600-1753801200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Sharks! - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Mystic Aquarium Presents Sharks!\n\nJuly 29 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm\n\n\n\nSharks are in trouble. Of the roughly 375 shark species\, 66 are threatened or endangered\, mostly due to overhunting and the effects of pollution. In this presentation guests will learn about the fascinating shark species\, the challenges they must overcome for survival\, and the conservation efforts underway to protect them. No registration required. \nSponsored by the Friends Groups of the East Haddam Library System
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/sharks-east-haddam/
LOCATION:East Haddam Historical Society\, 264 Town Street\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20241209T141001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T141001Z
UID:5412-1753722000-1753729200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Eightmile River Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/eightmile-river-board-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Eightmile River Office\, 2 Dolbia Hill Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250518T194216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T194404Z
UID:5901-1753524000-1753527600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Birds of Prey - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Eightmile River Watershed \n  \n\nBring a chair or blanket and explore the world of raptors with Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilition! Learn about adaptions and challenges facing birds of prey and observe rehabilitated birds in a structured setting.\nWe meet near the covered bridge — keep an eye out for Eightmile River Watershed signs! All programs are FREE and open to the public! No reservation needed. Rain cancels.\nBirds of Prey is part of the Eightmile River Watershed’s Programs in the Park Summer Series! Join us on Saturday\, July 12th for Rocks & Minerals and Saturday\, July 19th for River Exploration. Check our Facebook and website for more information. Same time! Same Place! (Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, 10am).\nQuestions? Email info@eightmileriver.org or message us on our socials
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/birds-of-prey-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, East Haddam
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T184959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T184959Z
UID:5955-1753372800-1753376400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Children's Dragonfly Investigation - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Join Ann Courcy from the Steward Outdoor Day School in this fun and hands-on STEAM experience.\nChildren ages 5-10 will learn all about dragonflies and create a detailed drawing. \nRegistration required on the event website https://www.lymepl.org/event/childrens-dragonfly-investigation-with-ann-courcy-of-the-steward-outdoor-day-school/
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/childrens-dragonfly-investigation-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371-3110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Public Libray":MAILTO:staff@lymepl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T162439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T162439Z
UID:5876-1753005600-1753011000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Family Trail Time - Gillette Castle
DESCRIPTION:Place: Gillette Castle\, Ferry Rd\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com\nPresenter: Tori Harris \nMeet at the Hadlyme Ferry Parking lot on Ferry Rd\, Lyme (not Old Lyme) We will begin the walk along the CT River. There is a gentle inclined pathway to get up to the Castle to see the beautiful view. We may get our feet wet. \nJoin 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-gillette-castle/
LOCATION:Gillette Castle State Park\, 67 River Road\, East Haddam\, CT\, 06423\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250518T193900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T194023Z
UID:5899-1752919200-1752922800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Programs in the Park: River Exploration - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Eightmile River Watershed \n \n\nCome explore and discover what lives in and around the Eightmile River. Bring your nets\, water shoes & curiosity. Let’s see what we catch!\nWe meet near the covered bridge — keep an eye out for Eightmile River Watershed signs! All programs are FREE and open to the public! No reservation needed. Rain cancels.\nRiver Exploration is part of the Eightmile River Watershed’s Programs in the Park Summer Series! Join us on Saturday\, July 12th for Rocks & Minerals and Saturday\, July 26th for Birds of Prey. Check our Facebook and website for more information. Same time! Same Place! (Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, 10am).\nQuestions? Email info@eightmileriver.org or message us on our socials.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/river-exploration-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, East Haddam
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T161900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161900Z
UID:5874-1752872400-1752879600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Observing Session
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/
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T163140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T163140Z
UID:5878-1752688800-1752692400@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Butterflies of Connecticut - Salem
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterflies-of-connecticut-salem-2/
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:20250713T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T185902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T185902Z
UID:5960-1752418800-1752424200@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Geology and the Long Island Sound - Hadlyme
DESCRIPTION:A 30-million year old stream cut lowland that became a glacial lake and is now a major estuary. \nOn Sunday July 13th from 3-4:30 pm Geologist Ralph Lewis will discuss the geological transformation of one of the best known estuaries on the eastern seaboard. \n 
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/geology-and-the-long-island-sound-hadlyme/
LOCATION:Hadlyme Public Hall\, 63 Ferry Road\, Hadlyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Hadlyme Public Hall":MAILTO:HadlymePublicHall@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T103000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250710T174705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T174705Z
UID:5928-1752395400-1752402600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Morning Paddle - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Explore Whalebone Creek\, a freshwater tidal marsh filled with large stands of wild rice where egrets feed. Paddling a kayak or canoe is the best way to enjoy the solitude of this gem of this lower Connecticut River Valley Estuary. We will leave from the launch area next to the Hadlyme ferry to paddle south to the cove entrance. We suggest wearing sunscreen\, hats\, and insect repellent\, and bringing binoculars and water. Personal flotation devices are required\, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/morning-paddle-lyme/
LOCATION:Hadlyme Ferry Launch\, 154 Ferry Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250225T190632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T190632Z
UID:5503-1752318000-1752321600@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Fishers in Connecticut Presentation - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Master Wildlife Conservationist\, Ginny Apple. \nIn this slide show presentation\, Ginny will discuss the fisher’s diet\, behavior and its population in Connecticut. There will be time for questions after the presentation. \nRegistration is required. Call 860-859-1130 to register.\nSponsored by the Friends of the Salem Free Public Library
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/fishers-in-connecticut-presentation-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:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250518T193600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T194147Z
UID:5897-1752314400-1752318000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Geology Rocks - East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Eightmile River Watershed\n \n\nBring a chair or blanket and join the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center for an interactive presentation and game about rocks & minerals. Learn the four different types of rocks\, the rock cycle\, and more!\nWe meet near the covered bridge — keep an eye out for Eightmile River Watershed signs! All programs are FREE and open to the public! No reservation needed. Rain cancels.\nRocks & Minerals is part of the Eightmile River Watershed’s Programs in the Park Summer Series! Join us on Saturday\, July 19th for River Exploration and Saturday\, July 26th for Birds of Prey. Check our Facebook and website for more information. Same time! Same Place! (Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, 10am).\nQuestions? Email info@eightmileriver.org or message us on our socials.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/geology-rocks-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Devil’s Hopyard State Park\, East Haddam
ORGANIZER;CN="Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed":MAILTO:info@eightmileriver.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250409T152745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T163511Z
UID:5660-1751191200-1751194800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk - Salem
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Walk at Walden Preserve\nRichard Chyinski will show hikers the amazing varieties of butterflies that live and migrate through the Walden Preserve.  These Butterfly Walks are very popular with children.  Rich has a technique that allows him to safely “catch” these delicate creatures; keep them in hand for the children (and adults!) to study\, and then let them fly free.  Call 860-859-3520 for more information
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterfly-walk-salem/
LOCATION:Walden Preserve\, 119 Hagen Road\, Salem\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Land Trust":MAILTO:Lschroeder@snet.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T161604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161604Z
UID:5872-1750755600-1750762800@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Johnston Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Place: Meet at the parking area on Rt. 82.\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: Wendy Hill \nAbout a 2.5-mile walk\, with a moderate incline to the overlooks and back. We’ll check out the vegetation that has emerged after the bluff meadow restoration work that was carried out in March. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/tuesday-trek-johnston-preserve/
LOCATION:Johnston Preserve\, RT 82 (South side)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T161345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T161345Z
UID:5868-1750600800-1750608000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Insect Discovery Walk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Roaring Brook Preserve\, Day Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\nContact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org \nTake a walk of discovery with insect expert\, Katherine Dugas from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required. Register: education@lymelandtrust.org \nThis is part ofthe Wild Lyme project. 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.For more information on the Wild Lyme Project and how to install and use iNaturalist. For more information on the Bioblitz Team. \nCo-sponsored with Lyme Pollinator Pathway and Town of Lyme
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/insect-discovery-walk-lyme/
LOCATION:Roaring Brook Preserve\, Day Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T160349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T160349Z
UID:5866-1750586400-1750590000@www.eightmileriver.org
SUMMARY:Family Trail Time - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com\nPresenter: Tori Harris \nIn June\, visit the Gnome trail to search for gnomes at Pleasant Valley Preserve. Click here to see the Family Gnome Hunt  map. Meet at the parking lot on MacIntosh Rd. \nJoin 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-lyme-2/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T230000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T155714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T155714Z
UID:5862-1750453200-1750460400@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-4/
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Celebration with Forest Bathing - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Pleasant Valley Preserve\, Macintosh Road\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: regan@reganstacey.com \nWelcome in the season of summer with a guided mindful stroll along the meadow\, river\, and forest of Pleasant Valley Preserve. Enjoy a gentle mindful movement sequence\, nature meditation\, and opportunities to connect with the natural world along the way. In honor of the summer solstice\, we’ll create a nature-inspired mandala with flowers and items collected from the forest. The session concludes with tea together. \nThe walk is about 1-mile round trip over easy to moderate terrain. \nRegistration: free\nRegister here. \nRain or shine event. Challenging weather cancels.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/summer-solstice-celebration-with-forest-bathing-lyme/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, MacIntosh Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, 06439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust":MAILTO:info@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T171621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T171621Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that naturalist\, photographer and writer William Burt will lead a Nature Photography presentation and discussion for the community at the Lyme Public Hall. \nA resident of Old Lyme\, Burt has a passion for wild places—especially marshes—and the elusive birds few people see. He is the author of four books\, and his photographs and stories have appeared in Smithsonian\, Audubon and other magazines. His print exhibitions have shown in museums across the country and Canada\, including the Carnegie Museum of Natural History\, The New Brunswick Museum\, The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County\, and the Harvard Museum of Natural History. \nThis talk is co-sponsored by the East Haddam Land Trust and the Lyme Public Hall. We anticipate a big turnout at this free event\, and preregistration by June 16 is requested at: http://ehlt.org/register-photos. If you have questions\, please contact Kyn at: kyn.tolson@ehlt.org
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/nature-photography-lyme/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd (Rte 156)\, Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
ORGANIZER;CN="East Haddam Land Trust":MAILTO:info@elht.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250517T155445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T155445Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Walk - Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Place: Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Rd\, Lyme\nContact Email: openspace@townlyme.org\nPresenter: CT Botanical Society \nJoin us for an exploratory walk with the Connecticut Botanical Society at Brockway Hawthorne Preserve. This 82-acre preserve helps protect the Whalebone Cove watershed\, with wetlands\, vernal pools\, mature forest and a healthy hemlock stand. The trail passes former pasture and an abandoned quarry. \nDirections and Parking: We will meet at the main parking lot for the Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve on Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, about 1/2 mile south of Hadlyme Four Corners. For a trail map. \nPlease Pre-register with Lisa or Wendy below. Raindate: June 26 \nLeaders: Lisa Wahle\, lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184\, Wendy Hill\, openspace@townlyme.org.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/botanical-walk-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:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250506T210500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T210500Z
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SUMMARY:Hummingbirds
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URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/hummingbirds/
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:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250413T154640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T154640Z
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SUMMARY:John Lohmann CT River Preserve - Old Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Wendy Hill \n\nA short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to reach our destination\, Whale Rock\, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles \nDirections: Parking is along the road near 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme. Coult Lane is a small road on the west side of Rte 156 just south of the Lyme’Old Lyme border. From Halls Rd\, Old Lyme\, travel 2 miles north on Rte 156. take a left onto Coult Lane. The preserve is about 1/2 mile in on the right. Look for a mailbox with 33 Coult Lane on it. \n\nPlease Reserve.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to all.
URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/john-lohmann-ct-river-preserve-old-lyme/
LOCATION:John Lohmann CT River Preserve\, 33 Coult Lane\, Old 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:20250616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153128
CREATED:20250506T210307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T210307Z
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SUMMARY:Butterflies of Connecticut - Salem
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URL:https://www.eightmileriver.org/event/butterflies-of-connecticut-salem/
LOCATION:Salem Free Public Library\, 264 Hartford Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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