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;VALUE=DATE:20210627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210711 DTSTAMP:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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/ 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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/ 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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/ 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:20260409T163031 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/ 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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:20260409T163031 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200505T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200505T150000 DTSTAMP:20260409T163031 CREATED:20200426T130734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200426T130734Z UID:2797-1588687200-1588690800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Wildlife Release Live Stream DESCRIPTION:Join the New Canaan Land Trust and Wildlife in Crisis for a live streaming wildlife release. We’ll be releasing a beautiful red-tailed hawk back to the wild\, where it will be given a second chance at life\, right here in New Canaan. We might also have a few barred owls too; stay tuned! \nThe release will be streamed via Facebook Live. Viewers can tune in and ask questions about the hawk\, the Land Trust preserve\, or either organization. Dara Reid from Wildlife in Crisis and Aaron Lefland from the New Canaan Land Trust will be on-hand (socially distanced) to answer all of your questions. \nThis is a challenging time for all\, and we are working hard to protect New Canaan’s special places and the animals that live there. Please consider making a donation to Wildlife in Crisis and the New Canaan Land Trust on #GivingTuesdayNow. \nMore details\, including instructions on how to tune in\, can be found on our Facebook event page. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/wildlife-release-live-stream/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Wildlife Release ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/93246063_1511123199068042_3251945337253789696_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200404T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200404T120000 DTSTAMP:20260409T163031 CREATED:20200309T154749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T064058Z UID:2564-1585994400-1586001600@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Stone Wall Building Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join NCLT and professional stone mason\, Greg Faillaci\, as we continue working to restore the historic stone wall at the Hicks Meadow. Participants will learn the art of dry stone wall construction while helping to beautify the entrance to this iconic preserve. \nThe workshop will run from 10:00am – noon. Participants should park in the parking area directly across from 514 Silvermine Road\, or along Pastures Lane. \nThis workshop is free and open to the public\, and all ages and skill levels are invited to join. Please RSVP if you are interested in attending\, by sending an email to info@newcanaanlandtrust.org. URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/stonewall-workshop-april2020/ LOCATION:Still Pond Preserve — Hicks Entrance\, 513 Silvermine Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Hicks_Wall_May2019_Kurkjian_4.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200327T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200327T210000 DTSTAMP:20260409T163031 CREATED:20200205T161542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T064041Z UID:2487-1585339200-1585342800@newcanaanlandtrust.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Exploring the Night Sky: Family Hour DESCRIPTION:This program has been postponed due to the current public health emergency. We plan to schedule another astronomy program later in the year. \nThis program is co-sponsored by the Stamford Nature Center\, New Canaan Land Trust\, and New Canaan Library. Please register on the Library’s event page HERE. \nJoin the Fairfield County Astronomical Society for an evening of star-gazing and planet spotting. We will have multiple telescopes set up to track celestial objects as they move across the night sky\, and amateur astronomers will be on-hand to answer all of your questions about astronomy. \nThis 8pm-9pm viewing is geared towards children and families. Adults are welcome to join\, but are encouraged to attend our later viewing from 9pm-10pm. \nPlease note: parking at the Colhoun Preserve is limited. Please consider carpooling. If the lot is full\, parking is available on Skyview Lane. \nRain/cloud date: TBD URL:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/events/astronomy-families/ LOCATION:Colhoun Preserve\, 204 Davenport Ridge Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States CATEGORIES:Guided Walk,Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newcanaanlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/moon-4671091_1920-e1580919307717.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Canaan Land Trust":MAILTO:info@newcanaanlandtrust.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR