National planning expert Jeff Speck has spent his career studying what makes cities thrive and has boiled it down to one key factor: walkability. From economists, epidemiologists, and environmentalists to preservationists, planners, and parents, all agree that walkable communities are better in just about every way. Speck explains why walking is useful, particularly regarding land-use, zoning, transit, and […]

Part of the 2024 Winter Hiking Challenge Cross Colhoun off your Winter Hiking Challenge checklist with this Last Saturday on the Trail event! Enjoy coffee, donuts, and hot chocolate on the trail.

This program is in partnership with the Norwalk River Watershed Association (NRWA) Join Sarah Breznen, the Director of Education at the Woodcock Nature Center, for a spring amphibian walk! Walk the trail at Still Pond to the chorus of wood frogs and spring peepers. Learn about the amphibians native to our area, the ecology of […]

Join us for a celebration of birds and nature! This exciting event is a fantastic opportunity for bird lovers of all ages to experience the beauty and diversity of birds in their natural habitats. Learn to identify and observe various bird species with New Canaan Land Trust board member Newell Cotton.

Fireflies are surely among our greatest ambassadors for Earth’s natural magic. For centuries their ethereal beauty has sparked wonder and inspired poets, artists, and children of all ages. Yet they hold so many mysteries! Please join a special joint program between New Canaan Library and the New Canaan Land Trust to learn how they got […]

Join us for a journey through the wonders of native perennials and their interaction with pollinators. Susan Bergen, author of NCLT's monthly nature blog, will demonstrate the interrelationship between native plants and pollinators and offer suggestions on how to create natural habitats at home. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or just an admirer of wildflowers, you'll […]

SOLD OUT As the sun sets and the fireflies emerge, you’ll learn about their fascinating life cycle and behavior and discover why they are an important part of our local ecosystem. This Last Saturday on the Trail program will feature a talk about the preserve's history, the firefly's lifecycle, and an advanced viewing of the […]

The New Canaan Land Trust is committed to maintaining the delicate balance of the Sanctuary’s ecosystem and ensuring every visit is memorable and impactful. We cap registration to 30 people for every showing, with each order limited to 6 tickets. If you have a group larger than 10, please contact Elle Smith at [email protected] for a special group rate. The […]

with local lepidopterist Victor DeMasi. Celebrate the beauty and importance of these enchanting insects. Whether you’re a seasoned butterfly watcher or just starting out, learn more about butterflies, and have fun. With lepidopterist Victor DeMasi.