Enchanted Creations at Still Pond: Fairy House BuildingDate & Time: July 19 Saturday at 10am-12pmLocation: Still Pond – near the stone table and wooden benches Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning of fairy house building at Still Pond. Using large stones, natural materials, and eco-friendly paint, we’ll create fairy homesteads for the fairies that live at […]
Date: Saturday, July 26th Time: 10:00 AM Location: Livingston-Higley Preserve Join us for a guided Butterfly Walk with guest lepidopterist Victor DeMasi, an expert in butterfly conservation and ecology. Learn about local pollinators, enjoy a walk through the preserve, and experience butterflies in their natural habitat. Please wear closed-toe shoes and dress appropriately for the trails.
Join the New Canaan Land Trust for Pickle for PollinatorsPickle for Pollinators Date: Thursday, August 21stTime: 5:00–7:00 PMLocation: New Canaan Field Club – 164 Smith Ridge Rd, New Canaan, CT Join us for a fun evening of pickleball, cocktails, and conservation! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced player, all are welcome—including spectators. Enjoy light bites […]
Last Saturday on the Trails: Dog Days of SummerDate: Saturday, August 23rdTime: 9:30–11:30 AMLocation: Watson-Symington PreserveSponsored by: Pet Pantry Celebrate the Dog Days of the Summer with a special dog-friendly walk at Watson-Symington Preserve! Bring your pup and enjoy a relaxed morning on the trails with fellow dog lovers. This fun and casual event is a great way to explore nature, […]
Last Saturday on the Trail: Forest BathingDate & Time: September 27th, 10 AMLocation: Still Pond / Fowler Reserve Rooted in the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” invites you to slow down and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the forest. Unlike traditional mindfulness, which emphasizes intentional presence without judgment, forest […]
The Bard at Bristow: An Immersive StrollDate & Time: Sunday, October 5Location: Bristow Park Immerse yourself in William Shakespeare’s timeless tales on a scenic stroll through Bristow Bird Sanctuary. Professional actors and musicians bring to life beloved scenes and songs inspired by Shakespeare’s greatest works. Visitors may encounter the romance of Romeo & Juliet, the whimsy […]
New Canaan Land Trust Meeting @ 5:30pm followed by Jim Levitt Presentation @6:30pmDate & Time: Thursday, October 23Location: New Canaan Library, Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen Reception & Updates | 5:30 PM Join us for hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and brief updates on the Land Trust’s work and impact. Presentation […]
Last Saturdays on the Trail: History of Grupes House - New Canaan Land Trust's Headquarters and Bird Release with Wildlife in CrisisDate & Time: October 25th, 10 AMLocation: New Canaan Land Trust Headquarters, 1124 Valley Road, New Canaan, CT Join Grupes House historian Chris Schipper and learn about the history of Grupes House. Following the […]
Story BOOWalk at Still Pond PreserveDate & Time: Monday, October 27Location: Still Pond Preserve Join the New Canaan Land Trust and New Canaan Library from the New Canaan Library on Monday, October 27th at 4 pm for an afternoon in nature to celebrate Halloween and this beautiful time of the year. We’ll start with a […]
Weekend Waddle at New Canaan Nature CenterDate & Time: November 29th at 10 AMLocation: New Canaan Nature Center Join NCNC and NCLT for a brisk, post-holiday walk through the NCNC trails and the scenic Greenlink Trail. Meet in the Nature Center Visitor Center at 10 AM and enjoy light refreshments after the walk. This is […]