by Susan Bergen | Feb 2, 2026 | Nature Feature
While the winter world outside our windows may appear to be slumbering, there is still a lot to discover when you venture out. In truth, Nature never rests. Here are some observations made while exploring NCLT’s trails before and after our heavy January snowfall....
by Susan Bergen | Dec 1, 2025 | Nature Feature
The New Canaan Land Trust protects acres and acres of wetlands, streams, ponds and vernal pools. These watery habitats are vital to the health of our ecosystems, our wells and drinking water. Wetland and riparian plants hold soils in place and prevent erosion. ...
by Susan Bergen | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog Post, Nature Feature, Stewardship
The leaves are falling and the droning of leaf blowers can be heard all over town as homeowners and landscapers attempt to remove every speck of leaf from our managed outdoor spaces. The current trend of keeping our home landscapes as neat and pristine as our living...
by Susan Bergen | Oct 6, 2025 | Blog Post, Nature Feature
Woolly Bears are one of the most recognized caterpillars throughout North America. As they are generally seen in autumn, they symbolize the change of the seasons. In many states, fall festivals are held in their honor. According to folklore, the severity of the...
by Susan Bergen | Sep 1, 2025 | Blog Post, Nature Feature
Orange-spotted Jewelweed is an annual native to wetlands and moist woodland habitats across eastern North America. It produces extended, skinny seed capsules that burst open with the slightest touch. Hence, the alternative name: Touch-Me-Not. Jewelweed grows three to...
by New Canaan Land Trust Team | Aug 1, 2025 | Nature Feature
By Tom Reynolds The New Canaan Land Trust is collaborating with the CT Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) to serve as a demonstration and educational planting site, showcasing the restoration work TACF is undertaking. American Chestnut was once a...
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