Past Events

Recent past events are found on our newer calendar here. Below are older past events, before the switch.

Take-a-Walk Wednesday: John Lohman CT River Preserve – Wendy

Date: Wed September 18, 2024
Time: 9:30-11:30 am
Place: Park along the road near 33 Colt Lane, Old Lyme CT.
Contact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
Presenter: Wendy Hill
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

John Lohman CT River Preserve, 33 Colt Lane, Old Lyme CT. Parking is along the road. A short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to each our destination, Whale Rock, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles

Sponsored with the Lyme’s Senior Center.

Reservations are required.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to Lyme’s Senior Center members. $5 for non-members.

On 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, Open Space Coordinator of Lyme 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. Bring a walking stick, water bottle and dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.

View the Take-a-Walk Wednesday Schedule


John Lohman CT River Preserve, 33 Colt Lane, Old Lyme CT. Parking is along the road. A short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to each our destination, Whale Rock, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles

Sponsored with the Lyme’s Senior Center.

Reservations are required.  Please email Caitlin Perkins at cperkins@oldlyme-ct.gov or call (860)434-1605 ext. 241. Free to Lyme’s Senior Center members. $5 for non-members.

On 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, Open Space Coordinator of Lyme 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. Bring a walking stick, water bottle and dress for the weather. Inclement weather cancels.

View the Take-a-Walk Wednesday Schedule


Forestry for the Birds: Lyme Land Trust’s Young Forest Project

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Prairie Warbler
Date: Wed September 18, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Lyme Public Hall, 249 Hamburg Rd, Lyme CT
Contact Email: education@lymelandtrust.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.
A rich diversity of wildlife species depends on young forests, but this habitat type is uncommon in our preserves which are characterized by trees about 100 years old. In this presentation, we will explore the connection between land management and biodiversity by focusing on the birds of Slawson Preserve, where Lyme Land Trust has collaborated with several partners to provide habitat for charismatic young forest species such as Blue-winged Warbler, Prairie Warbler and Eastern Towhee. We’ll include advice for landowners and managers interested in attracting and supporting wildlife, as well as tips for identifying and appreciating the birds that share our landscapes.
This program is co-presented by Lyme Land Trust’s Environmental Director Jim Arrigoni and Connecticut Audubon’s Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater, and is made possible with the support of the Cornell University Laboratory of Ornithology Land Trust Grants Program.

A rich diversity of wildlife species depends on young forests, but this habitat type is uncommon in our preserves which are characterized by trees about 100 years old. In this presentation, we will explore the connection between land management and biodiversity by focusing on the birds of Slawson Preserve, where Lyme Land Trust has collaborated with several partners to provide habitat for charismatic young forest species such as Blue-winged Warbler, Prairie Warbler and Eastern Towhee. We’ll include advice for landowners and managers interested in attracting and supporting wildlife, as well as tips for identifying and appreciating the birds that share our landscapes.
This program is co-presented by Lyme Land Trust’s Environmental Director Jim Arrigoni and Connecticut Audubon’s Conservation and Education Coordinator Joe Attwater, and is made possible with the support of the Cornell University Laboratory of Ornithology Land Trust Grants Program.

Tuesday Trek: Johnston Preserve – Jim

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Date: Tue September 17, 2024
Time: 9:00
Place: Park at trailhead at the parking lot on the south side of Rt. 82.
Contact Email: Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org
Presenter: Jim
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

moderate 2.8-mile hike on the fuchsia trail through majestic forest, with lots of streams, wetlands, stone walls and bedrock outcrops to explore along the way.

Register: Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org

View the Tuesday Trek Schedule


moderate 2.8-mile hike on the fuchsia trail through majestic forest, with lots of streams, wetlands, stone walls and bedrock outcrops to explore along the way.

Register: Jim.arrigoni@lymelandtrust.org

View the Tuesday Trek Schedule


Volunteer Work and Learn Party – Remove Invasive Plants at Hartman Park

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photo by Wendy Hill
Date: Wed September 11, 2024
Time: 9:00-11:00 am
Place: Meet at the Hartman Park Main Entrance, Gungy Road,Lyme CT
Contact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

Please joinLyme Open Space Coordinator Wendolyn Hill to help clear invasive plants around the Lee Farm foundation. Learn to identify  invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring and work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. A power pruner or weed wacker may be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Please joinLyme Open Space Coordinator Wendolyn Hill to help clear invasive plants around the Lee Farm foundation. Learn to identify  invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring and work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. A power pruner or weed wacker may be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Tuesday Trek: Jewett/Mt Archer Woods/Eno white trail Loop – Kristina

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Mt Archer Ruins
Date: Tue September 10, 2024
Time: 9:00 am
Place: Meet at Jewett Preserve Cemetery entrance parking lot, north side of Mt Archer Rd.
Contact Email: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org
Presenter: Kristina
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

Jewett/Mt Archer Woods/Eno white trail Loop – starting at the cemetery parking lot, we will hike through Jewett, cross the street to Mt. Archer and Eno to complete a loop.

Register: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org

View the Tuesday Trek Schedule


Jewett/Mt Archer Woods/Eno white trail Loop – starting at the cemetery parking lot, we will hike through Jewett, cross the street to Mt. Archer and Eno to complete a loop.

Register: kristina.white@lymelandtrust.org

View the Tuesday Trek Schedule


Volunteer Work and Learn Party – Remove Invasive Plants at Mt Archer Woods

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photo by Wendy Hill
Date: Sat August 31, 2024
Time: 8:30-10:30am
Place: Meet at the Mt Archer Woods Parking Lot, Mt Archer Road,Lyme CT
Contact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

Please join us to help clear invasive plants around the ruins. Learn to identify different invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring heavy duty work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and the native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Please join us to help clear invasive plants around the ruins. Learn to identify different invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring heavy duty work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and the native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Special Astronomy Observing Session

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Date: Fri August 30, 2024
Time: 8:30pm - 11:00pm
Place: Trail 53 Observatory
Contact Email: astronomy@lymelandtrust.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

Kick of the Labor Day Weekend under the dark skies of Lyme! Young or old, experienced, or totally unfamiliar, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory.

Registration required. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines.

For more information and to register: Astronomy Events


Kick of the Labor Day Weekend under the dark skies of Lyme! Young or old, experienced, or totally unfamiliar, we look forward to exposing you to our uniquely dark skies here in Lyme. We have several different telescopes that are on display including a 14″ Schmidt-Cassegrain housed in a permanent observatory.

Registration required. Upon registration you will receive a link to directions and observing session guidelines.

For more information and to register: Astronomy Events


Volunteer Work and Learn Party – Remove Invasive Plants at Hartman Park

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photo by Wendy Hill
Date: Wed August 28, 2024
Time: 8:30-10:30am
Place: Meet at the Hartman Park Main Entrance, Gungy Road,Lyme CT
Contact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

Please join us to help clear invasive plants around the Lee Farm foundation. Learn to identify different invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring and work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. A weed wacker may be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Please join us to help clear invasive plants around the Lee Farm foundation. Learn to identify different invasive plants to remove and native plants to preserve. Bring and work gloves, loppers, clippers, pruners, Mattocks, and anything else you think will be helpful. A weed wacker may be helpful. Please wear long pants.

Bring a bottle of water for yourself. Snacks will be provided. Inclement weather cancels.

We have mowed and weakened the Japanese barberry in the area around the ruins at the Lee Farm for a few years to encourage native vegetation to grow. Now it is time for us to go in and cut or pull out the invasives that are resprouting, and to trim around the stones. Learn to identify the  invasives to remove and native plants to preserve.

Registration appreciated (walk-ins welcome): openspace@townlyme.org 

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust


Family Trail Time with Tori

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Quinn - photo by Tori harris
Date: Sun August 25, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Place: Thach Preserve, 131 Brush Hill Rd, Lyme CT
Contact Email: vharris1391@gmail.com
Presenter: Tori Harris
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

In August, Take a walk down a long lane to visit an active beaver pond full of wildlife activity.  Map of Thach Preserve. Join Tori 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!

Kindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register with time preference.

Tori is a Mom of two littles – Kade, 3 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!


In August, Take a walk down a long lane to visit an active beaver pond full of wildlife activity.  Map of Thach Preserve. Join Tori 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!

Kindly email vharris1391@gmail.com to register with time preference.

Tori is a Mom of two littles – Kade, 3 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!


August- Lyme Nix the Knotweed Days-Reed Landing and Union Triangle

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Date: Sat August 24, 2024
Time: 8:30 am-10:30 am
Place: Start at Reed Landing, Old Hamburg Rd, Joshua Pond, Lyme
Contact Email: openspace@townlyme.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

 

Join our work party for the fourth year to remove invasive knotweed and other invasive plants, and tend the natives that have been planted in their place. Learn to control Knotweed on your own property. We will tend Reed Landing gardens, and check on the 50 plants that were installed at Union Triangle on the corner of Rte 156 and Old Hamburg Rd. We are in our fourth year of tackling the knotweed using the “method of 3s”: cut knotweed down to the ground and remove the plant material; 3 chops each growing season (May, mid-July, and mid-August). The cuttings must be carefully disposed of since each little piece will regrow into a new plant. The knotweed has been highly reduced where we have used this method but we still have to cut back the ones that persist and new ones that come up from seeds.

Bring work gloves, clippers or loppers. We’ll provide the bags! Bring your own water bottle. Snacks will be provided. 

Please register: (walk-ins welcome) Openspace@townlyme.org

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme, Lyme Pollinator Pathway, and Lyme Land Trust.

Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant which crowds out native plants that pollinators and other wildlife depend upon for survival. For a brochure on Nix the Knotweed Method of 3s.


 

Join our work party for the fourth year to remove invasive knotweed and other invasive plants, and tend the natives that have been planted in their place. Learn to control Knotweed on your own property. We will tend Reed Landing gardens, and check on the 50 plants that were installed at Union Triangle on the corner of Rte 156 and Old Hamburg Rd. We are in our fourth year of tackling the knotweed using the “method of 3s”: cut knotweed down to the ground and remove the plant material; 3 chops each growing season (May, mid-July, and mid-August). The cuttings must be carefully disposed of since each little piece will regrow into a new plant. The knotweed has been highly reduced where we have used this method but we still have to cut back the ones that persist and new ones that come up from seeds.

Bring work gloves, clippers or loppers. We’ll provide the bags! Bring your own water bottle. Snacks will be provided. 

Please register: (walk-ins welcome) Openspace@townlyme.org

Sponsored by the Town of Lyme, Lyme Pollinator Pathway, and Lyme Land Trust.

Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant which crowds out native plants that pollinators and other wildlife depend upon for survival. For a brochure on Nix the Knotweed Method of 3s.