BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New Canaan Land Trust - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New Canaan Land Trust X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New Canaan Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211110T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211110T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20211001T122601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T222456Z UID:4522-1636569000-1636576200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NCLT's 54th Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Registration is required\, for both in-person and hybrid attendance.Please register by clicking the button\, below. \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n The New Canaan Land Trust invites you to its 54th Annual Membership Meeting on Wednesday\, November 10th at 6:30pm. Join in-person at the New Canaan Nature Center\, or virtually via Zoom. \nThe business portion of the meeting will feature updates from our President\, Treasurer\, and Executive Director\, and will include a vote on two new proposed board members\, Ainsley Hayes and Newell Cotton\, and a second\, four-year term for current board member Beth Sanford. After\, we will welcome our guest speaker\, Dr. Spencer Meyer\, to deliver a presentation about conservation finance\, landscape-scale conservation efforts\, and the way that New Canaan fits into regional conservation efforts. \n“Dr. Meyer’s lecture promises to be both eye-opening and thought-provoking. Hearing from one of our regions’ conservation leaders about how economics can shape the protection of natural resource should be of interest to the New Canaan community. We invite everyone to join us for an interesting and fun evening.” –Tom Cronin\, Board President \nThe meeting is free and open to the public\, and is an excellent way to learn about the Land Trust while spending a fun evening with the local conservation community. \nWe kindly request that all participants wishing to attend in-person be fully vaccinated (if eligible). We will have reduced capacity at the Nature Center to allow for social distancing\, and require that attendees wear masks when not eating or drinking. The virtual program will begin closer to 7pm. \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Guest Speaker\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nDr. Spencer Meyer leads Highstead’s conservation finance program by collaborating with partners throughout New England and the U.S. to develop strategies to advance land conservation\, climate mitigation\, and watershed protection. As an interdisciplinary scientist with expertise in landscape ecology\, forest management\, and conservation finance\, Spencer’s work blends the conservation and economics of the natural resources on which we all depend. Spencer is a co-founder of Sebago Clean Waters and an active leader in the Wildlands & Woodlands Initiative and the Conservation Finance Network. \n\n\nBefore joining Highstead in 2016\, Spencer was an associate research scientist at the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies and a NatureNet Fellow with The Nature Conservancy. Earlier\, Spencer spent over a decade in Maine\, leading sustainable forestry partnerships between academic\, conservation\, industry\, and public institutions. Currently\, Spencer is the vice president of the Guilford Land Conservation Trust\, a science advisor to the Forest Society of Maine\, and a member of the management team for Dartmouth’s Second College Grant. \n\n\nSpencer earned Ph.D. and M.S. degrees from University of Maine and an A.B. from Dartmouth College. Spencer lives with his wife and two children in Guilford\, CT\, where they split their outdoors time between the upland oak-hickory forest and the salt marshes of Long Island Sound. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n Zoom Meeting Login Information \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88318499332?pwd=V3RzMnNDcW5tZ3U5U2grKzNzMDF6UT09Meeting ID: 883 1849 9332Passcode: 897074 \nOne tap mobile: +16465588656\,\,88318499332#\,\,\,\,*897074# US (New York) URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/2021-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:New Canaan Nature Center\, 144 Oenoke Ridge\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/annual-membership-meeting-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211108 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20211015T125349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T132859Z UID:4605-1636243200-1636329599@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:A Hike Through History: If This Land Could Talk DESCRIPTION:A Hike Through History: If This Land Could Talk \nThe New Canaan Land Trust\, in partnership with the New Canaan Museum and Historical Society and New Canaan Library\, invite you to experience our town as never before\, on a Hike Through History. \nJoin us on Sunday November 7th us for a guided hike through our Browne Preserve on Valley Road. \nAaron Lefland\, Director of the Land Trust\, will discuss the formation of the land that is now New Canaan. Samantha Connell\, Reference Librarian at the New Canaan Library\, will share historical information and resources about the Lenape and Wappinger Indigenous People of Fairfield County\, and Michael Murphy\, Archivist & Librarian with the New Canaan Museum and Historical Society will take us into the modern New Canaan that we all know today\, from early settlers and industry to the building of Main Street. \nThere will be two identical sessions of this hikeAppropriate for ages 8 + \n \n \n \n \n \n Session 1 (90 mins)12:30 pm – 2:00 pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Session 2 (90 mins)2:30 pm – 4:00 pm \n  \nThis Event has reached capacity!  \nIf you are interested in attending\, please reach out to rebecca@newcanaanlandtrust.org to be added to a wait list. \nThank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n   \n  \nSamantha ConnellA New Canaan resident for over ten years and currently a librarian at New Canaan Library. She has a degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania and earned her Master of Library and Information Sciences at Rutgers. As a Reference Librarian\, she enjoys researching historical details and curating resources and educational information and has a passion for amplifying marginalized and absent voices. \nMichael MurphyA Stamford native\, Michael Murphy began work at the NCM&HS in 2013 as an intern. A lifelong student of history\, Mike graduated with a degree in History from Manhattan College.  In 2017\, he became the Librarian and Archivist\, and is responsible for cataloging and maintaining the Museum’s extensive collections.  His favorite collection is the vintage photographs that document the changing New Canaan landscape over the decades. \nAaron LeflandIs the Executive Director at the New Canaan Land Trust. Read his bio here \nThe Browne Preserve was donated by W. Prichard Browne in 1969\, making it one of the first properties protected by the Land Trust\, just two years after its founding. In the 18th and 19th centuries\, the land was part of an expansive farm\, the farmhouse for which still stands at 1124 Valley Road. \nParking and access: Visitors should park on Colonial Road\, near its intersection with Valley Road.  Meet at the trailhead\, located directly across Valley Road\, through the wooden gate. \n \n \nThis Event has reached capacity!  If you are interested in attending\, please reach out to rebecca@newcanaanlandtrust.org to be added to a wait list. \n  \n  URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/hike-through-history/ LOCATION:Browne Preserve\, 1180 Valley Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/annual-membership-meeting-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211026T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211026T210000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210922T185542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211026T161122Z UID:4463-1635274800-1635282000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Religion & Environment: An Interfaith Exploration of Conservation and Environmentalism DESCRIPTION:Due to today’s storm\, the Land Trust and Interfaith Council have make the decision to postpone tonight’s Religion and the Environment Program. The storm is forecasted to get worse as the day goes on\, which complicates travel for our out-of-town lecturers and panelists\, and may causes power/internet outages for our virtual attendees. \nWhile we were very much looking forward to gathering today\, we feel it best to reschedule so that this important program can have the greatest reach and impact. The new program date will be announced as soon as possible. \n \n Click HERE to register\n \n \n \n \n \n Join the New Canaan Land Trust and Interfaith Council of New Canaan in an interfaith exploration of conservation and environmentalism. Centered around the three Abrahamic faiths\, this program will explore the different ways that religion tasks us with protecting and stewarding the earth. We welcome community members of all faiths to join us either in-person or virtually. \nThe program will begin with a lecture from Drs. Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim\, professors at Yale University\, and Co-Directors of the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology. Their presentation will link conservation and environmentalism to the teachings of many of the world’s religions. Drs. Tucker and Grim will also help us to understand how different faiths interpret and and ask us to respond to the environmental issues that we face today. \nFollowing the lecture\, we will host a panel discussion with faith leaders from in and around New Canaan. The panel will be moderated by Reverend Stephanie Johnson\, a former student of Drs. Tucker and Grim\, who has spent many years working at the intersection of theology and environmentalism and facilitates faith-based environmental programs. Additional information about the panel is below. \nJoin us in-person at the Congregational Church of New Canaan\, or online via a live stream. We kindly request that all participants wishing to attend in-person be fully vaccinated. We will have reduced capacity at the Congregational Church meeting house to allow for social distancing\, and require that attendees wear masks for the duration of the program. \n \n Click HERE to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featured Lecturers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mary Evelyn Tucker and John Grim teach at Yale School of the Environment and Yale Divinity School. They direct the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology\, which arose from ten conferences they organized at Harvard’s Center for the Study of World Religions. They are series editors of the Harvard volumes from the conferences on Religion and Ecology. Tucker specializes in East Asian religions\, especially Confucianism. Grim specializes in indigenous traditions\, especially Native American religions. Grim and Tucker have written a number of books including Ecology and Religion (Island Press\, 2014) and edited the Routledge Handbook of Religion and Ecology (2017). They are editors for the series on Ecology and Justice from Orbis Books. \nThey were students of Thomas Berry and collaborated over several decades to edit his books. They also wrote Thomas Berry: A Biography with Andrew Angyal (Columbia\, 2019). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nPanel ModeratorReverend Stephanie Johnson\, Rector\, Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in Greenwich \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nDr. Kareem Adeeb\, Chairman of the Interfaith Council of Southwestern ConnecticutPart-time Imam at the United Nations in New York \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nElizabeth Garnsey\, Associate Rector\, Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church in New Canaan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nReverend Robert Kinnally\, Pastor\, Saint Aloysius Parish in New Canaan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nCliffe Knetchtle\, Senior Pastor\, Grace Church in New Canaan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nRabbi Jay TelRav\, Rabbi\, Temple Sinai in Stamford \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click HERE to Register URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/religion-environment/ LOCATION:Congregational Church of New Canaan\, 23 Park Street\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Facebook-graphic-Religion-and-the-environment.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211024T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211024T160000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210930T210051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T161357Z UID:4506-1635085800-1635091200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Story BOOk and Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, October 24th for an afternoon in nature to celebrate Halloween and this beautiful time of the year. We’ll start with a short Halloween-themed nature walk and make our way to the council ring at Still Pond Preserve. There\, New Canaan Library’s Children Librarian Marie Aspinwall will read a Halloween story and lead a sing-a-long. What a wonderful way to experience the wonder of the changing seasons and Halloween at the Land Trust’s Still Pond Preserve! Costumes are encouraged. \nAppropriate for ages 3-6. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has reached capacity. Thank you for your interest! URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/story-book-2021/ LOCATION:Still Pond Preserve — Fowler Entrance\, 763 Silvermine Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/stroryBOOkFACEBOOK.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211019T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20211013T212557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T150116Z UID:4574-1634644800-1638273600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Trail Mix Series with the New Canaan YMCA DESCRIPTION:The New Canaan Land Trust and New Canaan YMCA are proudly partnering to offer a free fitness walk series this fall open to all community members and providing the opportunity to enjoy a mix of nature\, nutrition\, and fitness at our Watson-Symington Preserve! \nVisit the New Canaan YMCA website activity page for more information and to register for a class. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/trail-mix-series/ LOCATION:Watson-Symington Preserve\, 100-110 Wellesley Dr\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/trail-mix-series-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211012T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211012T110000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210622T180523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T172857Z UID:4075-1634032800-1634036400@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NC Community Wellness Series: Standing & Seated Yoga Practice DESCRIPTION:About the Practice: Enjoy a morning of connection\, observation\, and mindfulness in nature with an outdoor seated and standing yoga practice\, hosted by Sama Yoga at the New Canaan Land Trust. Sama Yoga Founder and Director Rebekah Jacobs will lead you through a series of yoga poses followed by a meditative walk in the woods. \nTo register\, please click the button\, below. Your $5 registration fee will help offset the cost of this event. Once registered\, a confirmation email will be sent\, containing the location and parking information for the practice. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. Bring water and wear bug spray\, if desired. No yoga mat is needed. Rain date is October 13th at 10:00am. \n \n Click HERE to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Wellness Series: Since the onset of the pandemic\, residents from all walks of life have relied on the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves to find peace and solace. As we emerge from this challenging time\, the New Canaan Land Trust\, Let’s Talk About it New Canaan and The Community Mindfulness Project have partnered to create a series of wellness events for the New Canaan community\, inspired by nature and the outdoors. Through yoga\, meditation\, shinrin-yoku\, and other practices\, program participants will learn about and have the opportunity to practice a number of different techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing. The goals of each program will be to teach participants a practice\, ensure that they have the resources and experience to continue that practice on their own\, and introduce them to the Land Trust’s network of open space. \nThe Community Wellness Series was made possible by a generous grant from the Rotary Club of New Canaan. \nAbout Sama Yoga: Sama Yoga Center is Fairfield County’s premiere boutique yoga studio – located right here in New Canaan. Sama is an inclusive\, traditional\, accessible yoga studio and accredited training academy offering classes\, workshops\, retreats\, and continuing education for all. Students move seamlessly from indoor to outdoor classes with a beautiful view of their Meditation Garden\, via their floor to ceiling windows. Radiant heated floors\, ample covered parking and spacious locker rooms help elevate the experience. Featured in Bedford & New Canaan Magazine for their success\, expansion and adaptations in 2020 and Mindbody Visionary Award Winner 2019 + 2018\, Sama is lauded for their substantial programming\, impeccable commitment to quality\, connecting community and giving back. They partner with UNWomen/UNWomenNY among many other organizations to provide yoga education and improve the lives of those in need. Sama Yoga Founder/Director Rebekah Jacobs\, E-RYT®\, YACEP®\, CT native and mother of two young boys – along with her incredible team of Sama Yoga Academy trained teachers – make yoga safe and accessible for every body\, age and ability. Sama is a Sanskrit word that means equal or same – to exemplify our shared humanity. \nThis is the final  Wellness Series event of 2021. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/nc-community-wellness-series-oct2021/ LOCATION:Still Pond Preserve — Fowler Entrance\, 763 Silvermine Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WellnessSeriesGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210925T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210925T160000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210622T183852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T124940Z UID:4083-1632560400-1632585600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Chainsaw Safety Training DESCRIPTION:Own a chainsaw but unsure if you are using it safely? Wish you could do storm cleanup yourself\, without having to hire help? Then this is the class for you! \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n The New Canaan Land Trust is pleased to offer a full-day chainsaw training class for homeowners and land stewards. The course will cover everything from basic saw maintenance to the safe operation of chainsaws for bucking and limbing applications (cutting up trees that have already fallen). Whether you’ve never operated a chainsaw before\, or are looking for some formal training to ensure safe use at home\, this class is suited for all skill levels and interests. \nThe course will be a combination of lecture\, discussion\, and hands-on practice. Topics include the skills that every homeowner should have for every-day chainsaw use\, general chainsaw maintenance\, and a few skills specific to trail clearing and land stewardship. The instructor will discuss considerations one should make before starting a cut\, proper body position and ergonomics\, the various forces caused by the chainsaw and falling/fallen tree\, and ways to minimize hazards while using your saw. Each participant will have the opportunity to practice using a chainsaw to make a variety of cuts on trees that are already down on the Land Trust’s property. Participants will learn through both practice and observation\, and should come out of the class feeling confident about their ability to use a chainsaw. \nThis course will be a hybrid of The Game of Logging (GOL) Level 1 and Level 2 courses\, and led by certified instructor\, Bill Gerard. The Game of Logging is widely acknowledged as the premier chainsaw safety and productivity training program in the country. Top instructors across the country combine demonstration with participation to teach chainsaw safety\, productivity\, conservation\, and cutting techniques. For more information about GOL\, visit https://www.gameoflogging.com. \nThe course is limited to 10 participants to ensure group safety and give all participants hands-on opportunities to use a saw. \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details \nPrice: Your $250 registration covers the cost of the instructor\, plus a Stihl PPE kit\, valued at $150\, containing an adjustable hard-hat with ear and face protectors\, adjustable chaps\, safety glasses\, and work gloves. If you already have all of the aforementioned safety equipment\, and do not wish to purchase an additional set of PPE\, please send us a note. \nDate and Time: This is a full-day training\, from 9am – 4pm on September 25\, and participants should plan to attend for the full day. The training will only be postponed in the case of heavy rain or high winds\, and the rain date is September 26. \nLocation: The training will be held at the land trust’s Colhoun Preserve\, across the street from 203 Davenport Ridge Road. Most of the training will be held within a stone’s throw of the parking area at the front of the preserve. \nWhat equipment is provided: The instructor will bring a chainsaw that all participants are welcome to use\, and any other chainsaw-related tools you may need. Your registration includes a chainsaw PPE kit\, described above. \nWhat should I bring and wear: If you have a chainsaw other equipment you would like to use during the class\, you are welcome to bring it. Sturdy shoes and long pants are required\, and various clothing layers are encouraged as you will warm up when using the saw. Dress for the weather\, as the training is not cancelled unless there is heavy rain or high winds. You may also want to bring insect repellent\, sunscreen\, or anything else that will keep you comfortable during a day outside\, in the woods. \nWhat about food and water: Everyone should bring a bag lunch and plenty of water. There is no structured lunch time\, but there will be opportunities to eat throughout the day when other participants are actively working with the instructor\, so coffee and snacks are welcome. There are no facilities or running water on-site. \nAge Restrictions: This training is limited to participants ages 18 and older. \nQuestions? Contact the New Canaan Land Trust at info@newcanaanlandtrust.org. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/chainsaw-safety-2021/ LOCATION:Colhoun Preserve\, 204 Davenport Ridge Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Chainsaw.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210914T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210914T110000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210622T175222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T172411Z UID:4071-1631613600-1631617200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NC Community Wellness Series: Standing & Seated Yoga Practice DESCRIPTION:About the Practice: Enjoy a morning of connection\, observation\, and mindfulness in nature with an outdoor seated and standing yoga practice\, hosted by Sama Yoga at the New Canaan Land Trust. Sama Yoga Founder and Director Rebekah Jacobs will lead you through a series of yoga poses followed by a meditative walk in the woods. \nTo register\, please click the button\, below. Your $5 registration fee will help offset the cost of this event. Once registered\, a confirmation email will be sent\, containing the location and parking information for the practice. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. Bring water and wear bug spray\, if desired. No yoga mat is needed. Rain date is September 15th at 10:00am. \n \n Click HERE to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Wellness Series: Since the onset of the pandemic\, residents from all walks of life have relied on the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves to find peace and solace. As we emerge from this challenging time\, the New Canaan Land Trust\, Let’s Talk About it New Canaan and The Community Mindfulness Project have partnered to create a series of wellness events for the New Canaan community\, inspired by nature and the outdoors. Through yoga\, meditation\, shinrin-yoku\, and other practices\, program participants will learn about and have the opportunity to practice a number of different techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing. The goals of each program will be to teach participants a practice\, ensure that they have the resources and experience to continue that practice on their own\, and introduce them to the Land Trust’s network of open space. \nThe NC Community Wellness Series was made possible by a generous grant from the Rotary Club of New Canaan. \nAbout Sama Yoga: Sama Yoga Center is Fairfield County’s premiere boutique yoga studio – located right here in New Canaan. Sama is an inclusive\, traditional\, accessible yoga studio and accredited training academy offering classes\, workshops\, retreats\, and continuing education for all. Students move seamlessly from indoor to outdoor classes with a beautiful view of their Meditation Garden\, via their floor to ceiling windows. Radiant heated floors\, ample covered parking and spacious locker rooms help elevate the experience. Featured in Bedford & New Canaan Magazine for their success\, expansion and adaptations in 2020 and Mindbody Visionary Award Winner 2019 + 2018\, Sama is lauded for their substantial programming\, impeccable commitment to quality\, connecting community and giving back. They partner with UNWomen/UNWomenNY among many other organizations to provide yoga education and improve the lives of those in need. Sama Yoga Founder/Director Rebekah Jacobs\, E-RYT®\, YACEP®\, CT native and mother of two young boys – along with her incredible team of Sama Yoga Academy trained teachers – make yoga safe and accessible for every body\, age and ability. Sama is a Sanskrit word that means equal or same – to exemplify our shared humanity. \nFuture Wellness Series events will be announced through the New Canaan Land Trust’s newsletter\, and posted on the Land Trust’s event calendar. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/nc-community-wellness-series-sept2021/ LOCATION:Still Pond Preserve — Fowler Entrance\, 763 Silvermine Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WellnessSeriesGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210821T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210720T150948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T201053Z UID:4272-1629540000-1629547200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Guided Meadow & Butterfly Walk with Lepidopterist Victor DeMasi DESCRIPTION:Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you spotted a butterfly in your backyard recently? Want to learn more about these and other pollinators during the peak butterfly season in Connecticut? Join us for a guided walk with expert lepidopterist\, Victor DeMasi\, on Saturday\, August 21st at 10am. We’ll learn about the many different butterflies and pollinators that can be found in our region\, and ways to promote the habitats that are critical to their survival. \nThe walk will be held at the Livingston-Higley Preserve\, which is home to one of the Land Trust’s largest meadows. From monarchs to swallowtails\, the meadow provides the perfect location for observing and learning about butterflies. \nRegistration: Advanced registration is required (click the button\, below) and costs $5 per person.Rain Date: Inclement weather will postpone the event to Sunday\, August 22nd at 10am.What to Bring: Participants are encouraged to wear long pants and to bring water and sunscreen. To protect our pollinators we ask that you apply any insect repellent before arriving. \n\n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More about our Butterflies \nEarlier this spring\, Victor shared his butterfly expertise via a virtual presentation. Check out the video for a primer on Connecticut’s butterflies and the plants that they rely on. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/guided-walk-victor-demasi-2021/ LOCATION:Livingston Higley Preserve\, 100-110 Apple Tree Lane\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Butterfly-Walk-without.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210713T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210713T110000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210513T202008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T153602Z UID:3902-1626170400-1626174000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NC Community Wellness Series: Shinrin-Yoku / Forest Bathing DESCRIPTION:About the Practice: The Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku\, which translates to ‘forest bathing’\, is the medicine of simply being in the forest.  It is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness.  The purpose is to slow down and become immersed in the natural environment.  The  mental and physical health benefits include reducing stress and fostering relaxation\, boosting the immune system\, increasing energy\, and decreasing anxiety\, depression and anger.   \nA Time Magazine article on Shinrin-Yoku can be found here. \n“New research suggests that our connection to nature is much more important to our cognition than we think and that even small amounts of exposure to the living world can improve our creativity and enhance our mood.” Florence Williams\, The Nature Fix. \nTo register\, please click the button\, below. Your $5 registration fee will help offset the cost of this event. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. Bring water and wear bug spray\, if desired. Rain date is July 14th at 10:00am. \n \n CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Wellness Series: Since the onset of the pandemic\, residents from all walks of life have relied on the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves to find peace and solace. As we emerge from this challenging time\, the New Canaan Land Trust\, Let’s Talk About it New Canaan and The Community Mindfulness Project have partnered to create a series of wellness events for the New Canaan community\, inspired by nature and the outdoors. Through yoga\, meditation\, shinrin-yoku\, and other practices\, program participants will learn about and have the opportunity to practice a number of different techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing. The goals of each program will be to teach participants a practice\, ensure that they have the resources and experience to continue that practice on their own\, and introduce them to the Land Trust’s network of open space. \nThe NC Community Wellness Series was made possible by a generous grant from the Rotary Club of New Canaan \nAbout the Instructor: Linda Sawyer is a yoga instructor\, hiker\, nature lover\, potter\, meditator\, and traveler. She holds a Master’s degree from Sophia University in Tokyo. Fluent in Japanese\, she has worked as a translator/interpreter\, and for 15 years she ran a business selling her own handmade pottery in Japan. She has practiced Hatha yoga for over 25 years\, first receiving an instructor’s certificate while living in Kagoshima\, Japan where she was a long time resident and where she still keeps her home. She has completed additional yoga teacher training in CT and in Mysore\, India. She currently leads yoga classes and hiking groups on the trails around CT.  \nFuture Wellness Series events will be announced through the New Canaan Land Trust’s newsletter\, and posted on the Land Trust’s event calendar. \n  URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/nc-community-wellness-series-shinrin-yoku/ LOCATION:Browne Preserve\, 1180 Valley Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WellnessSeriesGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210711 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210603T183237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T125157Z UID:3973-1624752000-1625961599@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Firefly Viewings - 2021 DESCRIPTION:Since opening 2015\, the New Canaan Land Trust’s Firefly Sanctuary has grown in popularity. In an effort to protect the natural resources at the Sanctuary\, including the firefly population itself\, we will be requiring advanced registration for admittance into the sanctuary during the peak firefly viewing season of June 27 through July 10. \nRegistration for the peak viewing season is full. Visitors are welcome to visit the Firefly Sanctuary without registering after July 10. While not the “peak” of the firefly season\, the fireflies will still be out through mid/late July as the firefly mating season tapers off. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, June 27 - FULL\n \n Monday\, June 28 - FULL\n \n Tuesday\, June 29 - FULL\n \n Wednesday\, June 30 - FULL\n \n Thursday\, July 1 - FULL\n \n Friday\, July 2 - FULL\n \n Saturday\, July 3 - FULL\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, July 4 - FULL\n \n Monday\, July 5 - FULL\n \n Tuesday\, July 6 - FULL\n \n Wednesday\, July 7 - FULL\n \n Thursday\, July 8 - FULL\n \n Friday\, July 9 - FULL\n \n Saturday\, July 10 - FULL\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Parking for the Firefly Sanctuary is located across from 33 Sleepy Hollow Road. Please park on the grassy pull-off\, near the white welcome sign for the sanctuary. The fireflies live in a large meadow located approximately 0.25 miles up the trail. \nTiming: Please plan to arrive by 8:30pm. Visitors will not be admitted into the Firefly Sanctuary after 8:45\, in an effort to reduce light pollution from flashlights (more on that below). You are welcome to stay and enjoy the fireflies until 10:30. \nLimiting Light Pollution: Fireflies communicate using light\, so any artificial light can confuse and disorient the fireflies during this critical mating period. As such\, we ask that you minimize use of any lights during your time at the sanctuary. By arriving at 8:30\, you will be able to make it up to the viewing area without the need for a flashlight. While viewing fireflies\, please limit phone use and do not take flash photos. We will provide you with a special red-filtered flashlight for your walk back to the car. \nUsing Insect Repellent Responsibly: Fireflies are also affected by insect repellent\, so we ask that you apply bug spray while at the parking area. No insect repellents may be applied at the viewing area. We encourage the use of natural insect repellents. \nWhat Else to Wear/Bring: We strongly encourage visitors to wear a long sleeve shirt\, long pants\, and a hat\, as mosquitos can be abundant. Sturdy shoes are also encouraged\, as the woodland trail is rocky and uneven in places. We have a number of benches for our visitors\, but you are welcome to bring a lawn chair\, should you want to sit away from the main seating area. There are no facilities at the Firefly Sanctuary. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/firefly-viewings-2021/ LOCATION:Firefly Sanctuary\, 34 Sleepy Hollow Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Firefly Viewing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/firefly-header.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210619T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210619T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210607T190804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T192033Z UID:4012-1624118400-1624122000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Labyrinth Walk & Talk with Christopher Kaczmarek DESCRIPTION:On the eve of the summer solstice\, join artist and professor Christopher Kaczmarek at Watson-Symington‘s Labyrinth for an informal talk about the history of seven-circuit labyrinths and the making of our Labyrinth from local stones gathered at the preserve. The outdoor talk will be followed by a meditative walk through the labyrinth. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/labyrinth-walk-talk-with-christopher-kaczmarek/ LOCATION:Watson-Symington Preserve\, 100-110 Wellesley Dr\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Walk,Lecture,Sculpture Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Facebook-Post-Labyrinth-final.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210615T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210615T193000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210610T124347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T124456Z UID:4031-1623780000-1623785400@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Beech Leaf Disease - What we know about the impact to our trees DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION REQUIRED\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nJoin us for a virtual lecture with Dr. Robert Marra\, a plant pathologist who is investigating the impacts of and potential controls for Beech Leaf Disease (BLD). Dr. Marra’s presentation will provide an overview of the current research about this disease\, which has the potential to devastate beech trees across our region. \nBeech Leaf Disease was first identified in Fairfield County in 2019\, and has already had a profound impact on Fairfield County’s landscape. Since cases were first observed\, the outbreak has become more widespread with infections being observed in all but one CT county. An increasing number of trees\, both in forests and landscaped areas\, are showing the telltale signs of infection: crinkly\, brown\, leathery leaves. Younger trees may die as early as three years after becoming infected\, and the disease is believed to make infected trees more susceptible to other pests. Because the disease is fairly new\, researchers are still learning about the disease and developing treatments and controls. \nDr. Robert Marra is a researcher in the Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology at the CT Agricultural Experiment Station. His expertise is in plant pathology\, mycology\, fungal genetics\, population biology\, evolution\, and molecular biology. He has studied numerous plant diseases across Connecticut\, including pathogens in salt marsh grass\, chestnut blight\, neonectria fungus in birch\, and Sudden Oak Death. Recently\, he has been working to better understand the mechanisms and potential treatments of Beech Leaf Disease. Dr. Marra holds a BS in Biology and Russian from State University of New York at Binghamton and a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology and Mycology from Cornell University. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nPresented in partnership with: Aspetuck Land Trust; Darien Land Trust; Greenwich Land Trust; New Canaan Land Trust; Norwalk Land Trust; Stamford Land Trust; Wilton Land Conservation Trust; New Canaan Conservation Commission; New Canaan Beautification League; Planet New Canaan URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/beech-leaf-disease-lecture-2021/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Facebook-Event-Beech-Leaf-Disease-Final.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T180000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210607T153622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T175514Z UID:4006-1623340800-1623348000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Stone Wall Building Workshop DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS REACHED CAPACITY. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE STONE WALL WORKSHOPS \n  \nThanks to our dedicated volunteers\, the Land Trust has restored hundreds of feet of historic stone walls in recent years. Our newest project is the stone wall at Hawkins Preserve\, across from 167 North Wilton Road. \nJoin us for an afternoon of wall building\, from 4 pm-6:30 pm on Thursday\, June 10. We will be working along side our trusted stone mason\, Greg Faillaci. Spaces are limited\, so please confirm your spot by sending us an email. \nParticipants of all ages and abilities are welcome\, and should wear work gloves\, sturdy shoes\, and long pants. There is some poison ivy at the current work site\, so those with severe allergic reactions might wait for a future workshop. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/stone-wall-building-workshop-june21/ LOCATION:Hawkins Preserve\, 166 North Wilton Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Hicks_Wall_May2019_Kurkjian_6-e1570715346542.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210608T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210608T110000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210513T194427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T163424Z UID:3893-1623146400-1623150000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NC Community Wellness Series: Walking Meditation DESCRIPTION:About the Practice: Join us in a socially-spaced walking meditation of the Still Pond Preserve led by the Community Mindfulness Project. We will end up on the outer perimeter of the Council Ring\, a special place that evokes a deep sense of community and togetherness. Discover inner stillness through outer movement in one of New Canaan’s most special natural spaces! \nSome of us access inner stillness by sitting still. Some of us access inner stillness through movement. Sometimes it depends on the day. Walking meditation can help us connect with our bodies in the present moment\, helping our nervous system breathe a big sigh of relief. By intentionally slowing down a habitual movement we can invoke Beginner’s Mind and a real sense of exploration and discovery. Bringing curiosity to this experience can cause a release of dopamine\, which will support our learning\, memory and motivation.  \nTo register\, please click the button\, below. Your $5 registration fee will help offset the cost of this event. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. Bring water and wear sunscreen and/or bug spray\, if desired. Rain date is June 10th at 10:00am. \n \n CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Wellness Series: Since the onset of the pandemic\, residents from all walks of life have relied on the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves to find peace and solace. As we emerge from this challenging time\, the New Canaan Land Trust\, Let’s Talk About it New Canaan and The Community Mindfulness Project have partnered to create a series of wellness events for the New Canaan community\, inspired by nature and the outdoors. Through yoga\, meditation\, shinrin-yoku\, and other practices\, program participants will learn about and have the opportunity to practice a number of different techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing. The goals of each program will be to teach participants a practice\, ensure that they have the resources and experience to continue that practice on their own\, and introduce them to the Land Trust’s network of open space. \nThe NC Community Wellness Series was made possible by a generous grant from the Rotary Club of New Canaan \nAbout the Instructor: After twenty years as a Wall Street trader\, Will Heins began practicing meditation in 2005 following an intensive course at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Lenox\, Massachusetts. Subsequently he completed a teacher training program there in mindfulness meditation techniques. He has also spent time under the tutelage of Jon Kabat-Zinn\, the creator of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Will has also attended retreats led by Jack Kornfield (founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center)\, Thich Nhat Hanh\, and Fr Thomas Keating. For two years\, Will led a mindfulness practice group here in New Canaan at the Ananda Yoga Center until its closing. \nFuture Wellness Series events will be announced through the New Canaan Land Trust’s newsletter\, and posted on the Land Trust’s event calendar. \n  URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/nc-community-wellness-series-walking-meditation/ LOCATION:Still Pond Preserve — Fowler Entrance\, 763 Silvermine Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WellnessSeriesGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210605T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210605T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210527T133215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T155651Z UID:3943-1622883600-1622894400@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:National Trails Day 2021 DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating National Trails Day by helping to build and maintain trails at the New Canaan Land Trust’s Colhoun Preserve!\n \nWe will have a range of volunteer opportunities\, suitable for all ages and skill levels. The main project will include the construction of new boardwalks that will span wetlands and facilitate trail navigation. Volunteers will help carry materials to the building site and assemble 100+ feet of new boardwalks. Other opportunities will include delineating existing trails by lining them with logs\, and collecting litter from the trails and parking area.\n \nTo participate\, sign up for a 90-minute time slot using the link\, below. Join us from either 9:00am-10:30am or 10:30am-noon\, and indicate which activity you would like to help with.\n \nShould enough volunteers be interested\, we will make available additional volunteer opportunities at another preserve.\n \nVolunteers for our National Trails Day community service are encouraged to bring work gloves\, water\, insect repellent\, and/or sunscreen. Long pants and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended.\n \n Click Here to Register URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/national-trails-day-2021/ LOCATION:Colhoun Preserve\, 204 Davenport Ridge Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Facebook-Event-National-Trails-Day.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210515T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210515T123000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210323T141156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210514T111808Z UID:3724-1621076400-1621081800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Waking Up to the Earth: An Environmentally-Inspired Poetry Reading with CT's State Poet Laureate DESCRIPTION:Welcome spring with a special nature-inspired poetry reading at the New Canaan Land Trust. Join us in-person to hear Connecticut Poet Laureate\, Margaret Gibson\, and other Connecticut Poets read from their new anthology\, titled Waking Up to the Earth: Connecticut Poets in a Time of Global Climate Crisis. The event will feature several poet laureates from around the state sharing their poems inspired by nature and the climate crisis. \n  \n\n\nThe Book \nWaking Up to the Earth: Connecticut Poets in a Time of Global Climate Crisis is an anthology of poems by Connecticut poets who write of their relationships with the earth in a time of global climate crisis. The scope of the poems goes far beyond Connecticut to the whole ecosystem we humans share. With praise and wonder\, and sometimes with grief or anger\, the poems in this collection pay close attention to our planet and its inhabitants\, its forests and oceans\, its creatures: turtles and dung beetles\, bats and bobcats\, oak trees\, orchards\, and rivers. In a time of climate crisis\, the poems in this anthology ask everyone to wake up to the earth\, and to cherish it. \nGet your copy of Waking Up to the Earth at Elm Street Books. \n  \nThe Poets \nMargaret Gibson\, current State of Connecticut Poet Laureate\, is the author of 12 books of poems\, and editor of Waking up to The Earth. A new book\, The Glass Globe\, is forthcoming in 2021. AWARDS include the Lamont Selection for Long Walks in the Afternoon\, her second book\, 1982; the Melville Kane Award (co-winner) for Memories of the Future\, (1986)\, and the Connecticut Book Award for One Body\, 2008. The Vigil was a Finalist for the National Book Award in Poetry in 1993. Broken Cup was a Finalist for 2016 Poets’ Prize\, and the title poem from the book won a Pushcart Prize for that year. “Passage\,” from Not Hearing the Wood Thrush\, was included in The Best American Poetry\, 2017. She has written a memoir\, The Prodigal Daughter\, University of Missouri Press\, 2008. Gibson is Professor Emerita\, University of Connecticut. She lives in Preston\, CT.  For more information\, visit her website. \nAdditional Presenters Include: \n\nChristine Beck\nCarol Chaput\nGinny Lowe Connors\nMary Guitar\nGwen Gunn\nPat O’Brien\nLana Orphanides\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person Registration \nA limited number of tickets will be available for in-person attendance. Your $30 ticket will include admission for you and a guest\, and include a copy of Waking Up to the Earth. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE IN-PERSON EVENT \nDue to limited interest\, the live-stream portion of the event has been cancelled. We will be recording the event\, and will post it to our video library shortly after the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For questions about this event\, please send an email to Info@NewCanaanLandTrust.org\, or call the New Canaan Land Trust at 203-972-1270. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/waking-up-to-the-earth/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Lecture,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PoetryEventGraphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210512T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210512T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210127T190020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T144742Z UID:3629-1620846000-1620851400@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:RESILIENCE: Our Forests and Their Champion Trees DESCRIPTION:Register HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n Trees provide a number of critical services to our community\, yet we are losing them at a staggering rate. Join us for a lecture from City University of New York professor\, Dr. Andrew Reinmann\, in which we explore the many ways that trees improve our community’s health and wellness\, and the important role that urban and suburban forests play in addressing the impacts of climate change. \nDr. Reinmann will also present the results from a recent research project that examined forests in urban and suburban areas and assessed the associated benefits of forests across Westchester County. This project helps to provide recommendations on where more trees can be planted\, what tree species are likely to thrive in a changing climate\, and how local communities can participate in restoring forest cover. \nFollowing Dr. Reinmann’s presentation\, we will highlight ways to get involved in our new citizen science project: The New Canaan Champion Tree Project. You can help us to identify New Canaan’s oldest and largest tree specimens\, and create a catalogue of mighty maples and hearty hemlock. Don’t worry: if you can’t make the presentation\, we’ll also have information about this citizen science project on our website. \nThis program is a part of the monthly series\, “Resilience.” New Canaan Library is a proud recipient of the American Library Association’s “Resilient Communities” grant and has partnered with New Canaan Land Trust and Planet New Canaan to organize public programming focused on the themes of the films\, “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change” and “Decoding the Weather Machine.” These programs provide a fascinating window into what you thought you knew about climate change\, and inspire participants to take local action to mitigate its consequences. Community members will be invited to learn from individuals and organizations that will share both local and national data and perspectives. \n \n Register HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nDr. Andrew Reinmann is an ecologist and biogeochemist who focuses on plant ecophysiology and the terrestrial carbon cycle. He is particularly interested in understanding the effects of environmental change (e.g.\, climate change\, urbanization\, and land cover change) on the drivers of plant-mediated controls of terrestrial carbon cycling\, and nitrogen dynamics as a limiting nutrient\, across a continuum of human-disturbed ecosystems. His research draws from multiple disciplines and combines field observations\, ecosystem experiments\, and laboratory analyses with GIS\, remote sensing\, and modeling. Reinmann currently has projects in forested and human dominated landscapes throughout the mid-Atlantic and Northeastern U.S. \nDr. Reinmann is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Sciences Initiatives at the City University of New York\, and Assistant Professor of Geography at Hunter College. For his latest CV\, click here. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register HERE URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/resilience-champion-trees/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture,Pollinator Pathway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Resilience-Final-Proof-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210511T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210511T110000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210429T140213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T021927Z UID:3854-1620727200-1620730800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:NC Community Wellness Series: Standing & Seated Yoga Practice DESCRIPTION:About the Practice: Enjoy a morning of connection\, observation\, and mindfulness in nature with an outdoor seated and standing yoga practice\, hosted by Sama Yoga at the New Canaan Land Trust. Sama Yoga Founder and Director Rebekah Jacobs will lead you through a series of yoga poses followed by a meditative walk in the woods.  \nTo register\, please click the button\, below. Your $5 registration fee will help offset the cost of this event. Once registered\, a confirmation email will be sent\, containing the location and parking information for the practice. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. Bring water and wear bug spray\, if desired. No yoga mat is needed. Rain date is May 12th at 10:00am. \n \n CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Wellness Series: Since the onset of the pandemic\, residents from all walks of life have relied on the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves to find peace and solace. As we emerge from this challenging time\, the New Canaan Land Trust\, Let’s Talk About it New Canaan and The Community Mindfulness Project have partnered to create a series of wellness events for the New Canaan community\, inspired by nature and the outdoors. Through yoga\, meditation\, shinrin-yoku\, and other practices\, program participants will learn about and have the opportunity to practice a number of different techniques to promote mental health and wellbeing. The goals of each program will be to teach participants a practice\, ensure that they have the resources and experience to continue that practice on their own\, and introduce them to the Land Trust’s network of open space. \nFuture Wellness Series events will be announced through the New Canaan Land Trust’s newsletter\, and posted on the Land Trust’s event calendar. \nAbout Sama Yoga: Sama Yoga Center is Fairfield County’s premiere boutique yoga studio – located right here in New Canaan. Sama is an inclusive\, traditional\, accessible yoga studio and accredited training academy offering classes\, workshops\, retreats\, and continuing education for all. Students move seamlessly from indoor to outdoor classes with a beautiful view of their Meditation Garden\, via their floor to ceiling windows. Radiant heated floors\, ample covered parking and spacious locker rooms help elevate the experience. Featured in Bedford & New Canaan Magazine for their success\, expansion and adaptations in 2020 and Mindbody Visionary Award Winner 2019 + 2018\, Sama is lauded for their substantial programming\, impeccable commitment to quality\, connecting community and giving back. They partner with UNWomen/UNWomenNY among many other organizations to provide yoga education and improve the lives of those in need. Sama Yoga Founder/Director Rebekah Jacobs\, E-RYT®\, YACEP®\, CT native and mother of two young boys – along with her incredible team of Sama Yoga Academy trained teachers – make yoga safe and accessible for every body\, age and ability. Sama is a Sanskrit word that means equal or same – to exemplify our shared humanity. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/wellness-yoga/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WellnessSeriesGraphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210501T073000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210501T090000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20200205T172229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T135132Z UID:2502-1619854200-1619859600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Take in Spring with a Guided Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \nJoin environmental educator and nature enthusiast\, Dave Parsons\, on a guided nature walk through the New Canaan Land Trust’s Still Pond Preserve. With meadows\, wetlands and woodlands\, the preserve is home to a variety of different habitats\, with a diverse array of bird species\, wildlife\, and wildflowers. Participants will gain a 360 view of nature at its spring best during this guided walk. David will identify birds\, wildflowers\, trees and other interesting natural features that are present during the walk. \n\n\nParticipants should dress for the weather\, wear sturdy shoes\, and be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces. While not mandatory\, bringing a pair of binoculars is recommended. The walk will last approximately 75-90 minutes\, with plenty of stops along the way to observe and discuss surroundings. \n\n\nPlease register using the buttons above and below. Your spot will be confirmed via email by April 26\, and will include meeting location and other details. This event is limited to 15 people to allow for social distancing. All ages welcome. \n\n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A lifelong nature enthusiast\, Dave Parsons has worked as an environmental educator for interpretive centers in Bristol\, Windsor and Madison (at Hammonassett Beach State Park). On behalf of CT-DEEP with the EPA\, he also served as Connecticut’s first statewide coordinator of a nationally disseminated K-12 water resources curriculum program for teachers. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/nature-walk-spring21/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:Guided Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65a-e1580923276741.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210424T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210424T143000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210128T144150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T142125Z UID:3641-1619262000-1619274600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:RESILIENCE: A Community Conference on “Decoding the Weather Machine” DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n The Earth is a weather machine composed of four elements: land\, air\, water\, and ice. Climate scientists warn that pollution\, the rise in temperatures around the globe\, and the removal of our forests are dangerously changing the planet’s delicate balance\, but emphasize that it’s not too late to rewrite the future. \nThe virtual conference will be divided into three parts: at-home viewing of “Decoding the Weather Machine\,” virtual lectures from experts featured in the film as well as local leaders sharing their data and observations\, and virtual breakout community discussion groups. Lunch and refreshment breaks are provided. \nTentative Conference Schedule: \n\nPrior to the conference: At-home viewing of “Decoding the Weather Machine” film (click HERE)\n11:00 am – 11:45 am: presentation by Waleed Abdalati\, PhD\, Professor of Geography\, University of Colorado Boulder and live Q&A\n\nTopic of discussion: Earth’s changing ice cover\, sea level rise\, and the technology used to measure changing ice cover and sea level rise\, as well as effective ways to present this information to planners\, decision-makers\, and policy-makers\n\n\n11:45 am – 12:30 pm: Colonel Jason E. Kelly\, South Atlantic Division Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and live Q&A\n\nTopic of discussion: climate change and national security\n\n\n12:30 pm- 1:00 pm: Lunch break \n1:00 pm – 1:45 pm: presentation by James O’Donnell\, professor and Executive Director of CIRCA – CT Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaption at UCONN\, on local initiatives to mitigate climate change and live Q&A\n1:45 pm – 2:15 pm: Breakout discussion groups\n2:15 – 2:30: Goodbyes and additional resources to stay connected\n\nSpeaker bios forthcoming. \nThis program is a part of the monthly series\, “Resilience.” New Canaan Library is a proud recipient of the American Library Association’s “Resilient Communities” grant and has partnered with New Canaan Land Trust and Planet New Canaan to organize public programming focused on the themes of the films\, “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change” and “Decoding the Weather Machine.” These programs provide a fascinating window into what you thought you knew about climate change\, and inspire participants to take local action to mitigate its consequences. Community members will be invited to learn from individuals and organizations that will share both local and national data and perspectives. \n \n Register Here URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/resilience-decode-weather-machine/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture,Pollinator Pathway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Resilience-Final-Proof-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210420T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210420T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210331T141035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T193509Z UID:3770-1618945200-1618948800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:An Introduction to Birding at the New Canaan Land Trust DESCRIPTION:Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n Join father-son duo\, and expert birders\, Avery and Newel Cotton\, for a virtual introduction to birding at the New Canaan Land Trust. Participants will learn some of the best ways to identify common birds across the Land Trust’s Still Pond Preserve\, an eBird hotspot. Using the physical description of each species\, coupled with their calls and preferred habitats\, the Cottons will highlight a few of the many species that you might come across during a visit to the preserve. \nWith the spring migration getting started\, this virtual walkthrough will give participants the tools they need to get out and start birding on their own. \nThe Cottons will also introduce participants to a few birding tools and resources\, including eBird and other resources from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. eBird is one of the world’s largest citizen science projects\, enables birders to record their bird sightings\, see what other birders have spotted in the area\, and locate birding hotspots in New Canaan and across the globe. \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Avery and Newell Cotton are New Canaan residents\, and and avid birding team. Together\, they have spotted hundreds of different species across the globe\, and regularly record their sightings on eBird. Recently\, Avery and Newell have become birding ambassadors for the land trust\, regularly visiting preserves that are designated as eBird hotspots\, and recording sightings so that the Land Trust can track migratory and resident bird populations. With this knowledge\, the Land Trust is able to better manage its preserves for species in need. The Cottons were also featured in THIS STORY in the Land Trust’s 2020 annual report. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/intro-birding-at-nclt/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/EventGraphicFinal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210331T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210331T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210205T184106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T145242Z UID:3665-1617217200-1617220800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Meadows and Monarchs: A Discussion on Pollinators with Lepidopterist\, Victor DeMasi DESCRIPTION:Register HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n Through images and conversation\, Victor DeMasi\, lepidopterist\, will transport you to his pollinator meadow in Redding\, Connecticut. Along the way we will view some of the rare and common species he has seen there in 40 years of stewardship. Victor will explain life histories of some of our species and how a butterfly garden promotes a diversity of pollinators. \nDiscussions will include the importance of insects to our well being\, butterflies in our changing environment and invasive plant species. The complex demise of the Monarch Butterfly will receive particular emphasis\, as will a discussion of ways to attract pollinators to your own backyard. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Victor DeMasi is an extremely active member of The Pollinator Pathway. He was a wetland conservation officer in his hometown of Redding\, Connecticut for 20 years\, and is presently a curatorial affiliate at the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History in New Haven. He busies himself with preserving open space in town and preserving butterflies in the museum. His field work with butterflies contributed almost a thousand citations to the recently published Connecticut Butterfly Atlas. He has contributed articles to scientific publications and his mark-recapture studies with Swallowtail butterflies was recently cited in the book Swallowtails of the Americas. During the Pandemic he is doing a pollinator survey of two meadows in Redding CT. \nRecent butterfly study trips with his spouse Roanna\, a photographer\, have been to the Amazon forest in Guyana\, Nicaragua\, and yearly studies in Montane\, California to assess the impact of climate change on fauna. His work in South America was recently featured in The Yale Environmental News. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register HERE URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/meadows-and-monarchs-dimasi/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture,Pollinator Pathway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/EventGraphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210128T143508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T141709Z UID:3635-1615402800-1615408200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:RESILIENCE: “Fire and Flood” and A Digital Archive of Hurricane Maria DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n PLEASE NOTE: Attendees are encouraged to watch the film\, “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change” in advance of this lecture and will receive streaming instructions immediately after registering. \nIn September 2017\, Hurricane Maria devastated the U.S. commonwealth of Puerto Rico. This deadly hurricane left unprecedented destruction in its wake\, while dangerously inadequate government relief left so many victims stranded. “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change\,” reveals how one marginalized community came to its own rescue. Personal stories in the documentary show how innovative forms of mutual aid not only delivered critical services\, but also created an enduring infrastructure of support for the island’s Queer community. Their story of resilience can be instructive for all of us. \nThis virtual program will be a presentation about the “Emergency Response Archive of Puerto Rico\,” by Valeria Fernández-González\, who was profiled in the film and will represent the University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras (UPRRP); Mirerza González Vélez\, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs of the College of Humanities at UPRRP;  Christina Boyles\, Assistant Professor of Culturally-engaged Digital Humanities\, Andy Boyles Petersen\, Digital Scholarship Librarian\, and Elisa Landaverde\, Special Collections LGBTQ+ Librarian\, of Michigan State University Libraries; and Ricia Anne Chansky of University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez. With the support of a $325\,000 from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation\, the “Emergency Response Archive of Puerto Rico” will be a digital open access repository of Puerto Rican artifacts of disaster pertaining to Hurricane María (2017)\, the Guayanilla earthquakes (2020)\, and COVID19 (2020)\, to be housed in the project’s Omeka S site\, with copy cat collections available at the Digital Library of the Caribbean and at Michigan State University. Learn more here. \nThis program is a part of the monthly series\, “Resilience.” New Canaan Library is a proud recipient of the American Library Association’s “Resilient Communities” grant and has partnered with New Canaan Land Trust and Planet New Canaan to organize public programming focused on the themes of the films\, “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change” and “Decoding the Weather Machine.” These programs provide a fascinating window into what you thought you knew about climate change\, and inspire participants to take local action to mitigate its consequences. Community members will be invited to learn from individuals and organizations that will share both local and national data and perspectives. \n \n Register Here URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/resilience-fire-flood/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture,Pollinator Pathway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Resilience-Final-Proof-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210303T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210226T203932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T204002Z UID:3704-1614789000-1614790800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Virtual Wildlife Release - Celebrating World Wildlife Day DESCRIPTION:Join the New Canaan Land Trust and Wildlife in Crisis as we celebrate World Wildlife Day with a wildlife release!\nWe will be releasing both a Red-Tailed Hawk and Barred Owl\, each of which has been lovingly rehabilitated by the team at Wildlife in Crisis. These amazing creatures will be released at one of the New Canaan Land Trust’s preserves\, where they will have a fresh start at life.\n\n—————————————————————————————————————-\nThe video will be broadcast on Facebook Live\, HERE.\n—————————————————————————————————————-\n\nAbout the Animals:\n\nThe red-tailed hawk was brought to Wildlife in Crisis after he was struck by a car. She suffered a wing fracture\, as well as head and body trauma. She was also very malnourished\, as were many of the raptors we received this winter. Consistent cold temperatures and snow cover made it difficult for predators to find prey. After several months of healing and recuperation inside our clinic\, she was moved to a large flight aviary where she regained muscle strength and coordination.\n\nThe barred owl was brought to Wildlife in Crisis last summer. He suffered from seizures and was very listless\, tell tale signs of rodenticide poisoning. After several months of treatment and rest\, he slowly regained strength and the ability to eat on his own once again. It has been a long road to recovery for this owl. After the past several months in our barred owl flight cage\, he has demonstrated the ability to fly once again.\nBoth birds are ready for release and raring to go back to New Canaan! And what better place to start anew than a peaceful preserve at the incredible New Canaan Land Trust! URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/virtual-wildlife-release-celebrating-world-wildlife-day/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Wildlife Release ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Wildlife-Release-Graphic.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210210T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210210T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20210115T195616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T144557Z UID:3594-1612983600-1612989000@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:RESILIENCE: The Secret Life of Trees DESCRIPTION:Register HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n Produced by Patagonia Films\, “Treeline: The Secret Life of Trees\,” is a glimpse into the amazing lives of our oldest living companions: trees. The short film’s incredible cinematography explores the inextricable connection between humans and forests\, and provides us with a new way of understanding our life-long symbiotic relationship with trees. \nDuring this program\, participants will watch the 40-minute film together on Zoom and then Aaron Lefland\, Executive Director of the New Canaan Land Trust\, will lead a panel discussion with foresters\, ecologists\, and land managers working in CT’s forests. The discussion will expand on some of the film’s themes\, including forest health and resilience\, tree ring research\, and the impacts of climate change on our forests. While many of the topics in Treeline are presented at the global level\, they apply directly to New Canaan as well. Our panel discussion will help to “bring home” some of these topics\, and provide audience members with actionable ways they can help support healthy trees in our community. Questions from the audience will be encouraged. \nThis program is a part of the monthly series\, “Resilience.” New Canaan Library is a proud recipient of the American Library Association’s “Resilient Communities” grant and has partnered with New Canaan Land Trust and Planet New Canaan to organize public programming focused on the themes of the films\, “Fire and Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change” and “Decoding the Weather Machine.” These programs provide a fascinating window into what you thought you knew about climate change\, and inspire participants to take local action to mitigate its consequences. Community members will be invited to learn from individuals and organizations that will share both local and national data and perspectives. \n \n Register HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator & Panelists\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Aaron Lefland is the Executive Director of the New Canaan Land Trust. Prior to joining the Land Trust in 2017\, Aaron received a Master of Forest Science from the Yale School of the Environment. There\, he studied the sustainable management of New England’s forests and published two peer-reviewed journal articles about community forestry and the demographics of important timber species. His previous experience includes running a low-impact forest management operation and conducting ecological research related to long-term changes in forest composition. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Green is an adjunct lecturer in the Biology Department at Southern Connecticut State University where she teaches about botany and forest ecology. Her previous experience includes managing the Research and Naturalist Projects at the Yale School Forests\, researching understory plant communities in Southern New England\, and volunteering with the Native Plant Trust. Laura holds a Master of Forestry from the Yale School of the Environment\, a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from Vassar College\, and is a CT licensed forester. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Connor Hogan is the Director of the McLean Game Refuge\, a 4\,400 acre wildlife sanctuary in northern Connecticut. In this role\, he designs and implements all of the research\, conservation\, management\, education\, and recreation activities at the Refuge. He frequently works with and serves as a resource for land trusts and other conservation organizations in the region. Connor holds a Master of Forestry from the Yale School of the Environment\, a Bachelor of Arts from Bates College\, and is a CT licensed forester. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matt Viens is the GreenSkills Program Manager at the Urban Resources Initiative in New Haven\, an urban forestry non-profit that fosters community-based land stewardship programs. He has overseen a number of programs at URI\, including street tree planting\, green jobs training\, and most recently\, supervising the installation of 75 bioswales throughout the downtown area. Matt holds a Master of Environmental Management from the Yale School of the Environment\, a Bachelors of Science in Environmental Science and Policy from the University of Maryland\, and is an ISA certified arborist.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register HERE URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/resilience-the-secret-life-of-trees/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Lecture,Pollinator Pathway ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Resilience-Final-Proof-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201112T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20200827T151846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T182533Z UID:3234-1605204000-1605209400@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:53rd Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Advanced registration is required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\nThe New Canaan Land Trust invites you to their 53rd annual meeting\, held by Zoom at 6pm on Thursday\, November 12. The annual meeting is an excellent opportunity to learn about the many ways that the Land Trust is engaging the New Canaan community in the conservation and stewardship of open space. \nThis years meeting will also feature a guest lecture from Gerald Torres\, Professor of Environmental Justice at the Yale School of the Environment. Professor Torres is an acclaimed global scholar of environmental law\, who has spent his career examining the intrinsic connections between the environment\, agriculture and food systems\, and social justice. His lecture will provide an overview of the topic of environmental justice\, and touch on some of the ways that land and water conservation has both exacerbated and helped to solve varying social justice issues. \nProfessor Torres’ lecture promises be both eye-opening and thought provoking. Together\, we can learn about how access to land\, water\, and other natural resources can shape a community\, and how the strategic and thoughtful conservation of these resources can lead to a more equitable future. \nThe Land Trust will begin their meeting at 6pm\, and the lecture from Professor Torres will begin at 6:30pm. Attendees are welcome to attend either or both portions of the event\, and your advanced registration will admit you to both portions of the evening. \n\n \n\nAdvanced registration is required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/53rd-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting,Lecture ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201021T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201021T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20200827T151138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T175859Z UID:3229-1603297800-1603306800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Sculpture Trail Showcase DESCRIPTION:An Open House previewing the Sculpture Trail Photo Showcase\, as part of the Carriage Barn’s “Capturing New Canaan” exhibit.\n\nFifteen juried photographs of the sculptures\, selected from over 120 online entries and chosen by a dedicated exhibition committee\, will be on display. The centerpiece of the Photo Showcase is an accompanying one-woman show by the New Canaan Sculpture Trail’s official photographer\, Elaine Lloyd.\n\nThe artist Anthony Heinz May\, whose sculpture Ashen is prominently placed in the courtyard\, and Thomas Berntsen whose Passages is highly visible in Hannan-Eberstadt Field will be on hand to talk about their works throughout the event in the courtyard.\n\nEnjoy the music\, wine\, sparkling water in our courtyard\, and take in the finale of our first-ever New Canaan Sculpture Trail exhibition\, and the Carriage Barn’s annual “Capturing New Canaan.”\n\nAttendees are asked to wear masks and register for their half-hour viewing time slot via Sign-Up Genius. No charge to sign up. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/sculpture-trail-showcase/ LOCATION:Carriage Barn Arts Center\, 681 South Ave\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Sculpture Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Screen-Shot-2020-08-27-at-11.07.43-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Carriage Barn Arts Center":MAILTO:admin@carriagebarn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200630T203000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200702T220000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20200205T174206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T063230Z UID:2507-1593549000-1593727200@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Firefly Viewings: Three Nights!!! DESCRIPTION:This program is co-sponsored by the New Canaan Land Trust and New Canaan Library. Please register on the Library’s event page (link coming soon). \nLocal entomologists believe that the New Canaan Land Trust’s Firefly Sanctuary is home to one of the largest populations of fireflies in our region. During a few weeks each summer\, the fireflies light up the night sky as they try to find and attract a mate. Join guides from the New Canaan Land Trust on a short walk through the property\, which will culminate with a viewing of the firefly show. The walk will last approximately 25 minutes\, and participants are welcome to stay and enjoy the firefly display for as long as they wish. \nWe will be offering guided walks and viewings on three evenings: June 30\, July 1\, and July 2. \nParticipants should bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and a long sleeve shirt (it gets buggy). Our walk will traverse wooded trails with sometimes uneven terrain. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/firefly-viewings-2020/ LOCATION:Firefly Sanctuary\, 34 Sleepy Hollow Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Firefly Viewing,Guided Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DeMayo_Firefly-meadow--e1580924470876.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200619T170100 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200619T180000 DTSTAMP:20260409T150642 CREATED:20191210T182125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200526T162350Z UID:2401-1592586060-1592589600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:New Canaan Sculpture Trail Opening Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Opening Celebration of the New Canaan Sculpture Trail! \nDetails about the event\, including ticket sales\, can be found at sculpture.newcanaanlandtrust.org/opening-celebration \nDetails about the New Canaan Sculpture Trail can be found at sculpture.newcanaanlandtrust.org URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/sculpture-trail-opening/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Earth Day,Fundraiser,Sculpture Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/NCST_Header_Labyrinth.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR