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SUMMARY:Insects with Katherine Dugas – Roaring Brook Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk of discovery with insect expert\, Katherine Dugas from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. \nSpace is limited. Register: education@lymelandtrust.org \nThis is part of the Wild Lyme project. Channel your inner Charles Darwin to discover species both new and familiar to you. Along with the joy and wonder of exploration and identification\, you’ll contribute to modern-day biology through citizen science.For more information on the Wild Lyme Project and how to install and use iNaturalist. For more information on the Bioblitz Team. \nCo-sponsored with Lyme Pollinator Pathway and Town of Lyme
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/insects-with-katherine-dugas-roaring-brook-preserve/
LOCATION:Roaring Brook Preserve\, Day Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Pollinator Pathway":MAILTO:LymePollinator@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Family Trail Time with Tori–Pleasant Valley
DESCRIPTION:In June\, visit the Gnome trail to search for gnomes at Pleasant Valley Preserve. Click here to see the Family Gnome Hunt  map. Meet at the parking lot on MacIntosh Rd. \nJoin Tori Harris and family on the 4th Sunday of every month for a “mile-ish” hike geared towards families with children under 5\, but no age limit! \nKindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register. \nTori is a Mom of two littles – Kade\, 4 yrs\, and Quinn\, 1 yr. Hiking and wandering in the local preserves\, has really given her family the safe space to let Kade run loose and has a calming effect on Quinn. Working full time\, volunteering in many organizations and finding time to enjoy the outdoors with the whole family\, can be tough\, but it is worth it! \nFor more information about the preserves and directions. 
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/family-trail-time-with-tori-pleasant-valley/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, Macintosh Road\, Lyme CT\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T210000
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SUMMARY:June 20\, 2025 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Hercules and its glorious globular cluster M13 is high overhead\, while the Milky Way makes its return to the night sky along the eastern horizon. Around to the north\, the Big Dipper appears to stand on its handle. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \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. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/june-20-2025-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T193000
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SUMMARY:Our Annual Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual meeting which will include the nomination and voting for new board members\, annual financial report\, and presentation of volunteer of the year. Everyone is welcome. \nFollowing the meeting\, we will have a presentation: Ethnobotany of Southern New England: Plant Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples by Professor Manuel Lizarralde\, Professor in Ethnobotany at Connecticut College. Professor Lizarralde will talk about the history and culture of the indigenous people who lived inSouthern New England\, and the native plants that have provided food\, medicine and everyday use for thousands of 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/our-annual-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Lyme Land Trust Conservation Center\, 12-1 Town Street\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Celebration - A Guided Forest Bathing Experience
DESCRIPTION:Welcome in the season of summer with a guided mindful stroll along the meadow\, river\, and forest of Pleasant Valley Preserve. Enjoy a gentle mindful movement sequence\, nature meditation\, and opportunities to connect with the natural world along the way. In honor of the summer solstice\, we’ll create a nature-inspired mandala with flowers and items collected from the forest. The session concludes with tea together. \nThe walk is about 1-mile round trip over easy to moderate terrain. \nRegistration: free\nRegister here. \nRain or shine event. Challenging weather cancels. \nForest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement\, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure\, increased creativity and focus\, improved mood and sleep\, and a boost to immune functions.  \nRegan Stacey is an artist and advocate for the Earth whose passion is to reconnect humans to nature for personal and planetary well-being. She believes we can all awaken the forest within. She is co-founder of The Forest Therapy School\, a forest therapy guide training program. Through her private practice\, she offers forest bathing walks\, mindful nature retreats\, and mindfulness training. Regan is also the facilitator of the LLT Tree Collective\, connecting teens to nature through stewardship\, education\, and exploration. Find out more about her work at reganstacey.com or theforesttherapyschool.com
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/summer-solstice-celebration-a-guided-forest-bathing-experience/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Preserve\, Macintosh Road\, Lyme CT\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T120000
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CREATED:20250613T174621Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical Walk at Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exploratory walk with the Connecticut Botanical Society at Brockway Hawthorne Preserve. This 82-acre preserve helps protect the Whalebone Cove watershed\, with wetlands\, vernal pools\, mature forest and a healthy hemlock stand. The trail passes former pasture and an abandoned quarry. \nPlace: Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Rd\, Lyme \nDirections and Parking: We will meet at the main parking lot for the Brockway-Hawthorne Preserve on Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, about 1/2 mile south of Hadlyme Four Corners. For a trail map. \nPlease Pre-register with Lisa or Wendy below. Raindate: June 26 \nLeaders: Lisa Wahle\, lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184\, Wendy Hill\, openspace@townlyme.org.
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/botanical-walk-at-brockway-hawthorne-preserve/
LOCATION:Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Brush Hill Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Take-a-Walk Wednesday: John Lohmann CT River Preserve - Wendy
DESCRIPTION:A short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to reach our destination\, Whale Rock\, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles \nPlace: John Lohmann CT River Preserve\, 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme CT \nDirections: Parking is along the road near 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme. Coult Lane is a small road on the west side of Rte 156 just south of the Lyme’Old Lyme border. From Halls Rd\, Old Lyme\, travel 2 miles north on Rte 156. take a left onto Coult Lane. The preserve is about 1/2 mile in on the right. Look for a mailbox with 33 Coult Lane on it. \nPlease Reserve.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to all. \n\nOn the 3rd Wednesday of each month (unless noted) the group will get together at various hiking areas in Lyme and Old Lyme.  Hikes will be led by Wendy Hill\, Lyme Open Space Coordinator and the Vice President of Lyme Land Trust. The walks are moderate\, dirt paths with some uneven footing and moderate hills\, unless noted. Paced to the group-two to three miles. Bring a walking stick\, water bottle and dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.\nSponsored with the Lyme’s Senior Center. \nView the Take-a-Walk Wednesday Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/take-a-walk-wednesday-john-lohmann-ct-river-preserve-wendy/
LOCATION:John Lohmann CT River Preserve\, 33 Coult Lane\, Old Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Tuesday Trek: Eno Preserve - Kristina
DESCRIPTION:Place: Eno Preserve – park at the cemetery entrance to Jewett Preserve on Mt. Archer Rd \nWalk the white and red loop past stone walls and streams. Some wet areas. Roughly 2.5 miles or so. \nRegister: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org \nView the Tuesday Trek Schedule
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/tuesday-trek-tbd-kristina/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20250612T215555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215555Z
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SUMMARY:Dusk Hike with Quinn
DESCRIPTION:Join Quinn\, Lyme Land Trust board member\, for a family friendly (ages 5 and up) hike at the magical time of dusk\, just before the darkness creeps in. We focus on how our perceptions change and appreciate what the coming night brings to the forests and ponds of Lyme. There will be an almost full moon. As it gets darker\, we will not be using artificial light\, but you are invited to bring an emergency flashlight. Dress warmly and bring a walking stick.  \nRegistration appreciated: ryan.p.quinn@gmail.com
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/dusk-hike-with-quinn/
LOCATION:Hartman Park\, Gungy Rd\, Lyme\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20250612T220154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T220355Z
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SUMMARY:The Lazy Gardener – Lyme Pollinator Pathway Invites you to an Afternoon at Ballek’s Garden Center
DESCRIPTION:The Lazy Gardener – Save Time and the Planet!\nHow to have a Pollinator Garden without giving up your summer \n2-2:30 pm – Nancy Ballek will share her tips on how to plan a beautiful pollinator garden that needs less tending\, while helping to build a more sustainable ecosystem for us all. \n2:30-3 pm – Nancy and her crew will be available for advice on selecting plants\, hands-on planting help. \nRegister by emailing Lymepollinator@gmail.com  \n———————————— \nShop for eady-made pollinator planters – extensive selection native plants \n** Maximum 40 participants **  \nIncludes a coupon for 10% off native & pollinator plants for that day \nLyme Pollinator Pathway is an initiative of the Lyme SustainableCT Committee. The Lyme Land Trust is sponsoring member. 
URL:https://www.lymelandtrust.org/eventshow/the-lazy-gardener-lyme-pollinator-pathway-invites-you-to-an-afternoon-at-balleks-garden-center/
LOCATION:Ballek’s Garden Center\, 90 Maple Ave.\, East Haddam\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:lymeland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Pollinator Pathway":MAILTO:LymePollinator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20250224T215317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
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SUMMARY:May 23\, 2025 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER– Mars now begins its march to a western exit\, while the great Hercules rises in the eastern sky. Galaxy-rich Virgo is in full view\, with many clusters of galaxies such as pictured above. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \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. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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-23-2025-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:20250427T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20250126T215638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
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SUMMARY:April 27\, 2025 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Mars is offering its last views at high elevations. Jupiter sinks in the west. Our friend Saturn is on the far side of the Sun\, returning to the eastern pre-dawn sky in October. Leo now sits high overhead\, with many galaxies to be seen in its borders (eg\, M65 and M66 pictured). Galaxy-rich Virgo follows Leo immediately to it left. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \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. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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-27-2025-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20250126T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
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SUMMARY:March 21\, 2025 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Jupiter and Mars remain visible in the night sky\, as the winter constellations sink in the west. In the east\, Leo is rising from a winter rest\, along with its myriad galaxies. In the north\, the Big Dipper has finally emerged from the tree line showcasing its own impressive galaxies and nebulae\, including M81 (pictured). If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \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. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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-21-2025-astronomy-observing-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - February 22\, 2025 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW COVER. PLS SEARCH FOR ANOTHER SESSION– Bright Venus remains prominent in the west before darkness\, while Saturn grazes close to the horizon. As darkness falls\, Jupiter is high overhead in Taurus due south\, with Mars trailing behind to the left in Gemini. Orion dominates the southern sky\, with its great Orion Nebula glowing in Orion’s ‘sword’. In the north\, galaxies that live above the Big Dipper’s bowl now come into view. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \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. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/february-22-2025-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20241020T174430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20605-1738431000-1738438200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:February 1\, 2025 Special Winter Session - New start time
DESCRIPTION:CO-SPONSORED BY PHOEBE GRIFFIN NOYES LIBRARY– Saturn\, the Moon\, Venus\, Neptune\, Uranus\, Jupiter and Mars are all out on this winter night. In the west\, Saturn is chasing the setting Sun while Venus and Neptune straddle the crescent Moon at session’s start. Jupiter and its Great Red Spot will be in clear view. The Red Planet Mars is rising in the eastern sky. Uranus\, almost star-like\, sits just west (right) of the Pleiades cluster. In addition to the planets\, we will be able to see various star clusters and winter nebulae. Young observers welcome. \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 hosted by Alan Sheiness and co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of experienced astronomy cohorts. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \n\n\nDRESS YOURSELF AND CHILDREN WARMLY. THE COLD PENETRATES AT NIGHT WHEN STANDING STILL. \nClear skies! \nPS\nIs it cloudy out? Then click here to peruse a gallery of Alan’s astrophotographs. \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/february-1-2025-special-winter-session/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20241026T125534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20624-1737828000-1737835200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled January 25\, 2025 Session
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED due to snow cover– (Attendee with “pisces” in email address: pls email us directly at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org) \n___ \nAfter our December hiatus\, observing is back! Orion\, Gemini and Taurus dominate the night sky\, and Jupiter shines brightly high overhead. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are hosted by Alan Sheiness and co-facilitated by one or more of our growing cadre of experienced astronomy cohorts. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \nClear skies! \nPS\nIs it cloudy out? Then click here to peruse a gallery of Alan’s astrophotographs.\n \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/january-25-2025-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240831T214455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20295-1732987800-1732995000@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:November 30\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Sharp-eyed observers will notice the bright Venus chasing the Sun towards the sunset spot before darkness. As darkness falls\, Jupiter is rising in the east\, joining Saturn in prominence\, along with tiny Neptune and Uranus nestled in between. The Great Square of Pegasus is high overhead\, with our closest galactic neighbor the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) nearby\, as well as another wonderful galaxy\, the Triangulum Galaxy (M33)\, poised for excellent viewing. In the north\, the Big Dipper is hidden from view\, hibernating as it were for the winter below our site’s tree line. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/november-30-2024-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240623T151048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:19813-1729882800-1729890000@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:October 25\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Saturn is the star tonight\, although its rings might surprise you. Owing to their tilt in space and Saturn’s movement around its orbit\, our view of the rings from Earth is becoming more and more ‘edge-on’\, which is to say we can’t see them well\, like if someone held up a playing card and you walked to the side to only see the edge. Elsewhere\, Andromeda and Pegasus are high up in the sky\, and we can enjoy the Great Andromeda Galaxy\, the Milky Way’s closest galactic neighbor. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/october-25-2024-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20241015T001525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20568-1728932400-1729803600@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:See the Comet-10/18/2024 Update
DESCRIPTION:Informational only- NO EVENT SCHEDULED- The comet is naked-eye visible\, and you can see it if you know where to look. \nThe comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3) is still visible after sunset but tough to spot if you don’t know where to look. Binoculars are recommended. It has a distinct tail and a bright nucleus. Use the map from theskylive.com to judge where to look. \nThis comet takes 80\,000 years to circle the Sun\, and at its furthest\, it is in the Oort Cloud\, 7 trillion miles away. \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/see-the-comet/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240927T125755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20408-1728156600-1728163800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:NOW OCT 5\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:MAKE-UP SESSION– The Milky Way is moving from due south to the west\, and its prominent targets are at a nice height above the horizon as we start up. Meanwhile in the east Saturn\, Andromeda and Pegasus are on the rise. If the weather goes against us again\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/now-oct-5-2024-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240603T002508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:19623-1727465400-1727472600@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:September 27\, 2024 CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED! \nWe are sorry to cancel but we can’t fight the weather. Please see the October 4 make-up session and the others scheduled out through the end of the year. \n  \nPS\nSince it is cloudy out\, 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/september-27-2024-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240818T124915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:20135-1725049800-1725058800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:NEW! August 30\, 2024 Labor Weekend Special!
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– It is the kick-off to Labor Day Weekend\, so let’s begin with a relaxing session under the night sky. Whether you’re staying put\, having guests coming to you\, or delaying your getaway to Saturday morning\, this session is for you and yours. Come on out\, family and friends in tow\, and let’s reacquaint with the many beautiful astronomy targets of summer. By session’s end\, we should even see Saturn making its reappearance after months of hiding in the Sun’s glare. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/new-august-30-2024-labor-weekend-special/
LOCATION:Trail 53 Observatory- Details with RSVP
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyme Land Trust Astronomy":MAILTO:astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074615
CREATED:20240603T173542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215635Z
UID:19646-1724445000-1724452200@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:August 23\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– The Milky Way continues to dominate the nighttime sky. Objects higher towards the zenith in Cygnus and Lyra come into prominent view. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/august-23-2024-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240614T162530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215636Z
UID:19730-1723404600-1723411800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:NEW DATE: August 11\, 2024 Youth Session #2
DESCRIPTION:DATE CHANGED DUE TO CLOUD COVER- Catering to young observers. We will begin observing before dark and look at the craters and other features on the Moon. Once dark\, we will swing the telescope around to look at a handful of prominent objects that are visible despite the Moon’s presence: The Ring Nebula M57 in Lyra; The Great Globular Cluster M13 in Hercules; The Whirlpool Galaxy M51 in Canes Venatici; and a beautiful star field NGC 6871 in Cygnus the Swan. Each object has been selected for young observers because of their relative prominence in an eyepiece. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/august-9-2024-youth-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240324T154816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
UID:19072-1722027600-1722034800@www.lymelandtrust.org
SUMMARY:July 26\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– The Milky Way dominates the evening sky\, rising in the south up towards the zenith and down through the northeastern horizon. Densely populated Scorpius and Sagittarius contain many dazzling targets. All the planets are below the horizon\, with Saturn rising above the tree line only after midnight. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \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/july-26-2024-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
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240614T162104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:CHANGED: Now July 14\, 2024 Youth Observing Session #1
DESCRIPTION:WEATHER EVENT. DATE CHANGED. \nCatering to the youngest observers. We will observe before dark and look at the craters and other features on the Moon. We will learn about the Moon’s phases and how its orbit around the Earth results in the phases we see. After that\, those who would like to can stay past 9:00 to view darker sky objects. Once dark\, we will swing the telescope around to look at a handful of prominent objects that are visible despite the Moon’s presence: The Ring Nebula M57 in Lyra; The Great Globular Cluster M13 in Hercules; The Whirlpool Galaxy M51 in Canes Venatici; and a beautiful star field NGC 6871 in Cygnus the Swan. Each object has been selected for young observers because of their relative prominence in an eyepiece. \nThis session will cater to the very young since we will be working in twilight rather than full darkness. Also see Youth Observing Session #2. All are welcome to attend both sessions…every night of observing is a unique experience. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \nClear skies! \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/july-12-2024-youth-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:20240628T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T233000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240213T185753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:June 28\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– This will be our latest start of the year. As Leo and Virgo head towards a western exit\, the Milky Way is now arching across the eastern horizon. It will rise higher and higher in the sky all night long\, and each successive week it will rise earlier and earlier. Along with it\, Scorpius and Sagittarius prepare to steal the summer show. If the weather goes against us\, we will move the event to the closest clear night and notify you. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. 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\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Lee Polikoff\, Parag Sahasrabudhe\, Mark Strollo and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \nClear skies! \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/june-28-2024-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:20240604T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T053000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240603T131028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T181637Z
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SUMMARY:INFO ONLY -Planetary Parade June 4 early am
DESCRIPTION:Your news feeds might speak of a ‘planetary parade’ tonight. It is accurate that the planets will be in a relatively tight line from the sun itself at the eastern horizon just before sunrise Tuesday\, spreading out up and to the right. Of them\, Saturn will be the brightest and easiest to spot\, followed by Mars\, and a thin crescent moon. Next in line are Jupiter with Mercury nearby\, but they will be extremely hard to see owing to the Sun’s encroaching light and their closeness to the horizon itself. Neptune and Uranus will be out there\, too\, but will need a telescope to spot. \nThis post is FYI only. No event is scheduled. \nThe screenshot shown comes from Star Maps of The Sun | TheSkyLive. \n  \nClear skies! \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/info-only-planetary-parade-june-4-early-am/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T230000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240213T185322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:May 31\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Virgo is climbing higher in the southern sky along with its neighbor Corvus to the right (west)\, and Libra to the left (east). Around to the north\, the Big Dipper is upside-down high in the sky\, seemingly spilling its contents down onto Polaris. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Parag Sahasrabudhe and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \nClear skies! \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/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-2-3/
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:20240503T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T074616
CREATED:20240213T184845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T215712Z
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SUMMARY:May 3\, 2024 Astronomy Observing Session
DESCRIPTION:DATE COULD SHIFT BASED ON WEATHER– Leo and its bright star Regulus dominate the sky due south. To the right\, the Milky Way is well down the western horizon\, not to return to the night sky until later in June\, this time in the east. Arcturus climbs in the eastern sky\, and we can once again “arc from the Big Dipper’s handle to Arcturus\, and spike from there to Spica”. \nWe have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory. Inside the observatory\, you can watch deep sky objects grow in detail and full color on a wall-mounted monitor. Public sessions are co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts: Mark Borton\, Roger Charbonneau Jr\, Jon Dean\, Jay Drew\, Scott Mallory\, John Natale\, Parag Sahasrabudhe and Alan Sheiness. \nUpon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines. For questions or comments\, please contact us at astronomy@lymelandtrust.org. Young or old\, experienced or totally unfamiliar\, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. \nAnd 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. \nClear skies! \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/february-2-2024-astronomy-observing-session-3-2-2/
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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