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SUMMARY:Imagining Lyme – Photo Submission Deadline – Spring
DESCRIPTION:Submit up to three of your favorite spring photos to share. The Lyme Land Trust program Imagining Lyme: A Visual Exploration of Lyme’s Preserves encourages everyone to expand their visual awareness and highlight the beauty of the Lyme preserves owned by the Lyme Land Trust\, the Town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, or the State of CT  by taking photographs prompted by inspiration from professional photographers and artists. Amateur photographers may submit photos. Photographers do not have to be residents of Lyme but all photos must be taken in Lyme in any of these places: \n\nLyme Preserves owned and/or managed by the Lyme Land Trust\, Town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the State of CT.  View a map of the preserves\nPollinator/wildlife habitat with native plants in Lyme – May be in a backyard\, local farm\, preserve or in a Lyme Pollinator Pathway garden in Lyme\, CT.\nTrail 53 – The clear sky above Lyme.\n\nFor more information and to submit photos
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/imagining-lyme-photo-submission-deadline-spring-2/
LOCATION:Imagining Lyme Website
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T193000
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting 2026: 12\,000 Years of History Beneath our Feet
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual meeting which will include nomination and voting of new board members\, annual financial report\, and award presentation of volunteer of the year. Everyone is welcome. \nFollowing the meeting\, we will have a presentation from Dr. Nick Bellantoni “Archaeology of Lyme: 12\,000 Years of History Beneath Our Feet“.  Dr. Bellantoni will talk about the archaeology of Lyme\, including Indigenous stone works. He was part of a town-wide archaeological survey in 1982. He also is the author of Ruins of Southern New England\,which he will have available for purchase and signature. \nDr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni serves as the emeritus state archaeologist with the Connecticut State Museum of Natural History and is adjunct associate research professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Connecticut. He received his doctorate in anthropology from UConn in 1987 and was shortly thereafter appointed state archaeologist. His duties were many\, but primarily include the preservation of archaeological sites in the state. He is a former State Commissioner for the Commission on Culture and Tourism and sat on the State Historic Preservation Council for over twelve years. He is a former President of the Archaeological Society of Connecticut and the National Association of State Archeologists. His research background includes the analysis of skeletal remains from eastern North America. He has been excavating in Connecticut for almost 40 years. \nRegistration required: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nDirections: The Lyme Land Trust Conservation Center is at 12-1 Town Street. Park across the street in Banningwood Preserve first field. Handicapped parking on site.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/annual-meeting-2026-12000-years-of-history-beneath-our-feet/
LOCATION:John Pritchard Conservation Center\, 12-1 Town St\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Brockway-Hawthorne – Quinn
DESCRIPTION:This is a new hike for Quinn\, I am looking forward to some awesome discoveries. Expect a hike that is moderate in pace and full of exploration. Meet me at the parking area on Brush Hill Rd. \nRegister: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-brockway-hawthorne-quinn-2/
LOCATION:Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T192348Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Banningwood Preserve – Jim
DESCRIPTION:We’ll walk a mostly gentle and occasionally moderate loop\, pausing to rest at the picnic table in Diana’s Field\, and to explore and assess the floodplain forest restoration project flanking Roaring Brook. We’ll also take a moment along the way to very briefly demonstrate how to effectively manage Oriental Bittersweet vines\, which\, for now\, have a stronghold at a location withing the preserves interior. Meet at the trailhead parking lot on Town Street/Rout 82. \nRegister: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-banningwood-preserve-jim-3/
LOCATION:Banningwood Preserve\, 19 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Hartman Park/Field entrance – Wendy
DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore the spring wildflowers in the meadow before we walk the yellow and red trails to see what the beavers are up to. Meet at the Field Entrance. The Field Entrance is about 1/2 mile north of the Hartman Park Main Entrance on Gungy Rd. Park along the side of the road. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-hartman-park-field-entrance-wendy/
LOCATION:Hartman Park\, Gungy Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
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SUMMARY:Tour de Lyme 2026
DESCRIPTION:Time: starting at 7 am\nPlace: Grassy Hill Preserve\, Grassy Hill Road\, Lyme CT\nContact Email: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nPlease join us for the annual Tour de Lyme cycling event with beautifully scenic routes for all ages and levels. We’re looking forward to seeing you! \nRegistration open now! \nFor more information\, visit the Tour de Lyme webpage: \nThe Lyme Land Trust inaugurated Tour de Lyme in 2013 as an annual bike ride to raise funds to support its mission of preserving and protecting environmentally important land in Lyme.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tour-de-lyme-2026/
LOCATION:Grassy Hill Preserve\, Grassy Hill Rd. Cemetery\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T100000
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SUMMARY:Botany and Birds at Slawson and Rabbit's Rest Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Join Lisa Wahle and Chris Penniman of the Connecticut Botanical Society on a  walk that will showcase young forest habitat that benefits our native New England cottontail and many bird species of conservation concern as well as mature forest. The Lyme Land Trust has partnered with the State of CT and adjacent landowners to harvest areas of mature trees in succession in order to offer a variety of habitats as the trees grow back. We will be joined by Jim Arrigoni of the Lyme Land Trust and Joe Attwater of the CT Audubon. The early start is to hear bird songs. Bring your binoculars if you wish. https://www.lymelandtrust.org/properties/ \nDirections and Parking: There is limited space for parking at the site so we will meet at Lyme Public Library\, 482 Hamburg Road\, and carpool to the site. \nRegistration: required  Please register with Lisa at lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184 or Chris at chrisepenniman@gmail.com\, 860-501-4117.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/botany-and-birds-at-slawson-and-rabbits-rest-preserves/
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
CREATED:20260323T190940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190940Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Walbridge Woodland/Hartman Park - Kristina
DESCRIPTION:Walk along a ridge and up to the top area of Hartman Park. We will view a variety of indigenous stone structures along the way. – plus miles or so. Meet at Hartman Park main lot\, Gungy Rd\, Lyme. \nRegister: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-walbridge-woodland-hartman-park-kristina-2/
LOCATION:Walbridge Woodland\, Gungy Road\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
CREATED:20260323T193858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193858Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Mt. Archer Woods – Quinn
DESCRIPTION:It is Maple Sugar Season! Walk through what was once excellent pasture that has since developed into a hardwood forest. We will look for signs of spring and learn about the process of making one of our regional delicacies. Meet at the parking area at the top of Mt. Archer on Mt. Archer Road. \nRegister: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-mt-archer-woods-quinn-2/
LOCATION:Mt. Archer Woods\, Mt Archer Road\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
CREATED:20251216T191809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T191809Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Collective- Teen Hike and Steward Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:The Tree Collective is a program designed to engage young conservationists ages 14-18 in outdoor fun and education while working to maintain trails in our beautiful town of Lyme\, CT. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nIt is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Regan Stacey is a mother whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature. \nTools and gloves provided. \nFor more information and for the schedule of meet-up dates.  \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tree-collective-teen-hike-and-steward-group-meet-up-5/
LOCATION:Register to learn location
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T220000
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SUMMARY:May 16\, 2026 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– The highlights this time of year are the galaxies; the band of the Milky Way is wrapped around our horizon which opens up the night sky to unobscured views of the worlds beyond our home galaxy. We can also enjoy Jupiter setting in the western sky. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, views are afforded at the eyepiece and via real-time digital enhancement. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of astronomy cohorts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Deb Fennell\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo\, Jerry Tardif and Alan Sheiness. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. And if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nPLEASE NOTE:\nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. Bear in mind\, observing sessions involve walking in the dark on uneven terrain. You should expect to encounter patches of grass\, ruts\, exposed stone\, etc. as is common throughout Lyme’s natural landscapes. Please wear appropriate footwear and have a red-light source handy. For those in need\, a loaner red light will be provided at the parking and at the main observatory.  \nFor questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS\nIs it cloudy out? Then click here to see the full Trail 53 Astrophotography Gallery! \n\nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/may-16-2026-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T110000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Eno Preserve – Jim
DESCRIPTION:We’ll walk a gentle 1.5-mile through Eno Preserve and part of adjacent Mt. Archer Preserve\, with an ear (and binoculars if you wish) to the treetops to appreciate the height of the spring migration. Cerulean Warblers have been heard here\, and we can also expect to encounter Scarlet Tanagers\, Wood Thrushes\, and lingering spring ephemeral wildflowers. Park at the Jewett Preserve Cemetery Lot\, which is across Mt. Archer Road from Eno Preserve. \nRegister: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-eno-preserve-jim-2/
LOCATION:Eno Preserve\, Mt. Archer Rd\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191510Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Selden Creek Preserve – Wendy
DESCRIPTION:Hike to both overlooks and experience the vista with a view unobstructed by leaves. 2.5 miles. Fairly steep in parts. Meet at the Selden Creek Preserve parking lot on Joshuatown Rd. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-selden-creek-preserve-wendy-3/
LOCATION:Selden Creek Preserve\, Joshuatown Rd\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T192723Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Plimpton Preserve – Quinn
DESCRIPTION:This will be a moderate 1.75 mile hike right in the center of Lyme. There are some significant elevation changes especially at the start and end of the hike but that effort will be rewarded with a nice lookout half way through our hike. We will meet at the trail entrance with parking along Sterling City Road\, Lyme. \nRegister: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-plimpton-preserve-quinn-3/
LOCATION:Plimpton Preserve\, Sterling City Road\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
CREATED:20260327T175810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T175810Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Walk at Ravine Trail led by  the Connecticut Botanical Society
DESCRIPTION:Followed by a stop at the Hadlyme Country Market and then an Afternoon Walk at Roaring Brook Preserve led by the Connecticut Botanical Society \nRavine Trail Walk: Join Lisa Wahle and Chris Penniman of the Connecticut Botanical Society in search of spring ephemerals on the Ravine Trail. Begin along the level white and yellow trails that traverse mature oak-hardwood forest\, passing by a vernal pool\, and proceed to the more challenging red trail as time and abilities allow. The steeper red trail is bordered by metamorphic ledges that host a mosaic of ferns\, mosses and lichens. More information can be found at: https://www.lymelandtrust.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Hadlyme-Hills-SeldRavBHWEB081022.pdf \n Directions and Parking for the Ravine Trail: There is limited space for parking near the site\, so we suggest meeting at the Hadlyme Ferry Boat launch lot (154 Ferry Road (Route 148)) and carpooling to the Seldon Creek Preserve parking lot on Joshuatown Road (1.2 miles south of the intersection of Route 148 and Joshuatown Road). From there we will cross the road to enter the Ravine Trail property. See map at the website link above. \nRoaring Brook Preserve Walk: For those who would like to join Lisa and Chris for another short walk after the Ravine Trail\, they will stop for a snack/lunch at the Hadlyme Country Market on the corner of Routes 82 and 148 and proceed to the Roaring Brook Preserve. This small gem offers an inclined path through red cedar and hemlock stands down to the cooling waters of the boulder-strewn Roaring Brook. More information and a map can be found at: https://www.lymelandtrust.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RoaringbrookWEB.pdf \n Directions for Roaring Brook Preserve: There is a small pull-in parking lot at the trailhead on Day Hill Road or at the Hadlyme Public Hall at the intersection of Route 148 and Day Hill Road. \n Registration: encouragedLisa at lcwahle@gmail.com 860-304-6184 or Chris at chrisepenniman@gmail.com or 860-501-4117 \n Rain Date – May 4
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/spring-ephemeral-walk-at-ravine-trail-led-by-the-connecticut-botanical-society/
LOCATION:Ravine Trail\, Mitchell Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165645
CREATED:20260323T192018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T192018Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Selden Creek Preserve – Jim
DESCRIPTION:Vernal pool wetlands will be the highlight of this mellow-to-moderate 1.5-mile early-spring walk to the magnificent overlook of Selden Creek and Selden Island. Amphibians like Wood Frogs and Spotted Salamanders rely on these big puddles to make more of themselves\, and we can expect to see tadpoles and egg masses of these charismatic critters as well as to hear the songs of early arriving migratory birds. Park at the trailhead on Joshuatown Road. \nRegister: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-selden-creek-preserve-jim/
LOCATION:Selden Creek Preserve\, Joshuatown Rd\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
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SUMMARY:Tree Collective- Teen Hike and Steward Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:The Tree Collective is a program designed to engage young conservationists ages 14-18 in outdoor fun and education while working to maintain trails in our beautiful town of Lyme\, CT. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nIt is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Regan Stacey is a mother whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature. \nTools and gloves provided. \nFor more information and for the schedule of meet-up dates.  \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tree-collective-teen-hike-and-steward-group-meet-up-4/
LOCATION:Register to learn location
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260227T183317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T183317Z
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SUMMARY:April 18\, 2026 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– The shift from winter to spring means shifting from winter clusters to spring galaxies. On this evening\, we will observe some of each\, while also enjoying Jupiter in the western sky\, and Mars in the southern sky. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, views are afforded at the eyepiece and via real-time digital enhancement. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of astronomy cohorts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Deb Fennell\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo\, Jerry Tardif and Alan Sheiness. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. And if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nPLEASE NOTE:\nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. Bear in mind\, observing sessions involve walking in the dark on uneven terrain. You should expect to encounter patches of grass\, ruts\, exposed stone\, etc. as is common throughout Lyme’s natural landscapes. Please wear appropriate footwear and have a red-light source handy. For those in need\, a loaner red light will be provided at the parking and at the main observatory.  \nFor questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS\nIs it cloudy out? Then click here to see the full Trail 53 Astrophotography Gallery! \n\nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/april-18-2026-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260209T192156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T192156Z
UID:23389-1776513600-1776522600@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:We will be selling native plants from Judge’s Farm in Old Lyme. Mike Baczewski\, from New England Pollinator Gardens\, will be on hand to answer questions and offer tips on how and where to grow these local wonders. \nNative Plant Sale. 3.5 inch pot – $4.00 – gallon – $9.00
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/plant-sale/
LOCATION:John Pritchard Conservation Center\, 12-1 Town St\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260323T190734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190753Z
UID:23567-1776157200-1776164400@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Chestnut Hill/Nehantic - Kristina
DESCRIPTION:Walk through Chestnut Hill Preserve and then enter Nehantic Forest where we will walk up to Brown Hill\, through the recent cutting area\, along several ridges and back. About 3 or so miles. Park at Chestnut Hill Preserve entrance on Sterling Hill Rd\, Lyme. \nRegister: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-chestnut-hill-nehantic-kristina/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Preserve\, Sterling Hill Rd\, Lyme\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260323T191330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191330Z
UID:23571-1775554200-1775561400@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Johnston Preserve – Wendy
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful walk\, about 3 miles with a moderate incline to the overlooks and back. Meet at the parking area on Rt. 82. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-johnston-preserve-wendy-3/
LOCATION:Johnston Preserve\, Meet at the parking area on Rt. 82.\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260323T190523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190523Z
UID:23565-1774947600-1774954800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Ravine Trail - Kristina
DESCRIPTION:We will walk a loop that takes us up the ravine\, stops at 2 overlooks\, and through Laurel groves. Some steep terrain. 2-plus miles. Meet at the entrance on Mitchell Hill Rd.\, Lyme. \nRegister: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-ravine-trail-kristina-2/
LOCATION:Ravine Trail\, Mitchell Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260108T230310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T230310Z
UID:23194-1774915200-1775001599@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Imagining Lyme – Photo Submission Deadline – Winter
DESCRIPTION:The deadline is March 31 – Submit up to three of your favorite winter photos to share. The Lyme Land Trust program Imagining Lyme: A Visual Exploration of Lyme’s Preserves encourages everyone to expand their visual awareness and highlight the beauty of the Lyme preserves owned by the Lyme Land Trust\, the Town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, or the State of CT  by taking photographs prompted by inspiration from professional photographers and artists. Amateur photographers may submit photos. Photographers do not have to be residents of Lyme but all photos must be taken in Lyme in any of these places: \n\nLyme Preserves owned and/or managed by the Lyme Land Trust\, Town of Lyme\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the State of CT.  View a map of the preserves\nPollinator/wildlife habitat with native plants in Lyme – May be in a backyard\, local farm\, preserve or in a Lyme Pollinator Pathway garden in Lyme\, CT.\nTrail 53 – The clear sky above Lyme.\n\nFor more information and to submit photos
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/imagining-lyme-photo-submission-deadline-winter/
LOCATION:Imagining Lyme Website
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20251218T190326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T135122Z
UID:23083-1774342800-1774350000@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Tuesday Trek: Brockway-Hawthorne – Quinn
DESCRIPTION:This event is cancelled. \nThis is new hike for Quinn\, I am looking forward to some awesome discoveries. Expect a hike that is moderate in pace and full of exploration. Meet me at the parking area on Brush Hill Rd. \nRegister: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-brockway-hawthorne-quinn/
LOCATION:Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20251218T142239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T142348Z
UID:23060-1773738000-1773745200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Banningwood Preserve – Jim
DESCRIPTION:Explore the seasonal pools in the flood plain forest and in the old quarry for salamander eggs and take stock of the winter’s floods at this ever-changing preserve. Meet at the trailhead parking lot on Town Street/Rout 82. \nRegister: jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-banningwood-preserve-jim-2/
LOCATION:Banningwood Preserve\, 19 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20251216T191620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T191620Z
UID:23040-1773579600-1773588600@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tree Collective- Teen Hike and Steward Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:The Tree Collective is a program designed to engage young conservationists ages 14-18 in outdoor fun and education while working to maintain trails in our beautiful town of Lyme\, CT. Each time we meet\, we offer a different topic\, often with a hike and trail work in a selected preserve. \nIt is sponsored by the Lyme Land Trust under the leadership of environmentalist/artist Regan Stacey. Regan Stacey is a mother whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature. \nTools and gloves provided. \nFor more information and for the schedule of meet-up dates.  \nRegistration required: reganstacey@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tree-collective-teen-hike-and-steward-group-meet-up-3/
LOCATION:Register to learn location
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20251124T185950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T005952Z
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SUMMARY:March 14\, 2026 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled due to field conditions– \n  \nTime to start up again after the winter break; let’s hope the snow is long gone. We can still enjoy the highlights of the winter night sky with Orion and Gemini visible in the south at the session’s start. Jupiter beams brightly high in the sky with three of its four large moons visible as well. The fourth large moon\, Europa\, will peek out from behind the planet at about 9pm. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, views are afforded at the eyepiece and via real-time digital enhancement. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of astronomy cohorts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Deb Fennell\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo\, Jerry Tardif and Alan Sheiness. \nYoung or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. And if you have a telescope\, we encourage you to bring it out. The more\, the merrier. Just follow the guidelines in the pdf you receive when you RSVP. \nPLEASE NOTE:\nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. Bear in mind\, observing sessions involve walking in the dark on uneven terrain. You should expect to encounter patches of grass\, ruts\, exposed stone\, etc. as is common throughout Lyme’s natural landscapes. Please wear appropriate footwear and have a red-light source handy. For those in need\, a loaner red light will be provided at the parking and at the main observatory.  \nFor questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. \nClear skies! \nPS\nIs it cloudy out? Then click here to see the full Trail 53 Astrophotography Gallery! \n\nThe Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group aspires to inspire and pursue the advancement of knowledge of astronomy through public outreach programs including but not limited to observation events\, education programs\, and presentations about varied astronomical topics by our members and guest speakers.  \nIf you like these programs and you are not currently a Lyme Land Trust Member\, please consider joining us using the green Become A Member link at the top of the LLT page.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/march-14-2026-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260131T193119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164534Z
UID:23372-1773169200-1773174600@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Fishing the Local Waterways with Rowan Lytle
DESCRIPTION:Are you a fishing enthusiast? Have you always wanted to be one? Or are you just interested in the fish that are likely to be lurking in the waterways you encounter while hiking the trails of Lyme? Either way\, you’ll be interested to hear this talk focusing on our local waterways. \nLocal angler and fishing guide Rowan Lytle relies on healthy fisheries to make a living. In this presentation at the Lyme Public Hall\, he describes the history of some fisheries in and near the Lyme area\, the challenges they have faced or still face\, and what role anglers and guides can and should play in their protection\, along with the role land preservation plays in not only preserving the waterways on that very land but those nearby. He pulls from his unique perspective as both a resource stakeholder and a staunch conservationist to come to conclusions that not every fishing guide might come to. \nA registered Connecticut fishing guide\, Rowan operates both wading and canoe-based trips in central and eastern state waterways. He has been fishing ever since he can remember and an avid fly fisher since he was 14 years old. He fishes between 250 and 320 days each year\, catching over 160 different fish species on the fly. He has traveled all over the Eastern US to fish for species big and small\, and has learned how to do long fishing trips on a tight budget. \nRowan has written about fishing since 2012\, both for his own personal blog\, Connecticut Fly Angler\, and for fly fishing and outdoors print publications. He has guided\, taught fly-casting instruction\, and tied flies commercially. Rowan advocates for the protection and preservation of wild native fish and the ecosystem needed to sustain them. He was featured in a recent article in The Fisherman: https://www.thefisherman.com/article/pro-files-rowan-lytle-the-fly-rod-naturalist/ \nTo register for this talk\, please email: education@lymelandtrust.org \nThe Lyme Public Hall is at 249 Hamburg Rd. (Rt. 156) in Lyme\, CT.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/fishing-the-local-waterways-with-rowan-lytle/
LOCATION:Lyme Public Hall\, 249 Hamburg Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, CT\, 06371\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20251218T145114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T145114Z
UID:23076-1773135000-1773142200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Trek: Griswold Point\, Old Lyme – Wendy
DESCRIPTION:Taking advantage of low tide and depending upon conditions\, we will walk to the end of Griswold Point and back. About 1.5 miles. Bring binoculars if you have them. Meet at White Sands Beach Parking Lot\, 11 Seaside Ln\, Old Lyme. \nRegister: openspace@townlyme.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-griswold-point-old-lyme-wendy/
LOCATION:Griswold Point\, Old Lyme\, 11 Seaside Ln\, Old Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260409T165646
CREATED:20260113T125429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T003410Z
UID:23262-1772616600-1772623800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Winter Walk Wednesday: Saunders Preserve\, East Haddam
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled due to wintry conditions. Saunders Preserve lies directly atop the Honey Hill Fault and the fault’s associated rock outcroppings. The geology at Saunders is amazing\, with likely Native American stoneworks. The walk is moderate with some inclines. Two miles. Wendy Hill\, Open Space Coordinator of Lyme and Lyme Land Trust Vice President will lead the walks with host Cameron Beard of the East Haddam Land Trust. \nTo register: openspace@townlyme.org \nDirections: From Hadlyme 4-Corners\, follow Rte 82 east for 0.6 miles. Turn left onto Honey Hill Rd. After 1 mile\, turn left to stay on Honey Hill Rd. Park in Saunders Preserve parking lot\, 0.5 miles further on the right. \nView the Winter Walk Wednesday Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/winter-walk-wednesday-saunders-preserve-east-haddam/
LOCATION:Saunders Preserve\, Honey Hill Rd\, East Haddam\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Take-a-Walk Wednesdays":MAILTO:openspace@townlyme.org
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