Join us for a Talk and walk at Thach Preserve with Anthony Irving, forest ecologist and Lyme Land Trust board member. Spring is an active time in this vibrant environment which centers around a beaver pond. Anthony will discuss the natural features and their connection to the local ecology. The walk is about 1 mile.

Rain cancels.

Reservations Appreciated. openspace@townlyme.org

Did you know that restoring native habitat can help our wildlife in Connecticut? Join us as Pam Hine, Senior Lecturer in Botany at Connecticut College,  shares her knowledge and insight on restoring ecosystems by removing harmful invasive species and allowing the natural habitat to return.

This free event is part of a Bird Workshop Series offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project—an initiative launched by Audubon Connecticut, in partnership with the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust, the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Coordinating Committee, The Nature Conservancy, and other local land trusts, and municipalities. For a schedule of other events offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project.

Space is limited. Please fill out this RSVP form if you plan to attend this workshop.

Join us for the opening of an Interpretive Trail that highlights the fascinating ecology, history and geology at NaturePlace, in the Lyme Land Trust’s Banningwood Preserve. NaturePlace is an outdoor education space inspired by the vision of Diana and Parker Lord.The self-guided Interpretive Trail, which will be available as a new map and brochure, is designed to engage curious hikers of all ages and interests. Lyme Land Trust Directors and environmentalists Regan Stacey and Wendolyn Hill will guide the group through the stations on the tour with the assistance of Parker Lord, history enthusiast.

Reservations Recommended (in case of cancellation): openspace@townlyme.org

Rain Cancels.

For the CT Trails Day Directory of Events 2019

Join us to help prepare Banningwood Preserve for the Opening of the NaturePlace Interpretive Trail

Please bring loppers, clippers, and work gloves.

Snacks will be provided. Bring your own bottle of water.

Please email openspace@townlyme.org if you are planning to come.

Join us for this moderately easy walk in the woods. Everyone is welcome.

This week’s hike will explore the Moore Trail in Mt Archer Woods/Eno Preserves, led by Wendolyn Hill, Town of Lyme Open Space Coordinator and Lyme Land Trust board member. The hike is about 3 miles, with an option for a shorter route. Meet at the Mt Archer Woods Parking Lot.

Rain cancels.

Directions: Rt. 156 north to Mt. Archer Road. Left onto Mt Archer Road. Go one mile on Mt Archer Road (bear left up the big hill). The parking lot is down a long driveway on the left, the 4th long driveway after you start up the hill. Look for the stone post marker that has “Mt Archer Woods Town of Lyme”€ written on it. It faces the road, so you can’t read it until you are on top of it. (If you get to 100 Mt. Archer Road, you have gone too far).

Join us for an engaging workshop on advocacy. Come learn how to support local and federal legislation, get in contact with legislators in your region, and form grassroots campaigns to improve the environment that you love!  We will also delve into legislation that impacts our woodland and watersheds so that you have the information you need to protect our natural resources.

This free event is part of a Bird Workshop Series offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project—an initiative launched by Audubon Connecticut, in partnership with the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust, the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Coordinating Committee, The Nature Conservancy, and other local land trusts, and municipalities. For a schedule of other events offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project.

Space is limited. Please fill out this RSVP form if you plan to attend this workshop.

This walk is cancelled due to inclement weather.  Have a Happy Mother’s Day!

Join us for a Mother’s Day walk to enjoy the beautiful spring wildflowers. The beavers have been active all winter and we will visit their environment. Wendolyn Hill, Lyme Land Trust Board member, and Lyme open Space Coordinator, will lead this moderately easy walk at Hartman Park. 

We will have a snack. Bring water or something to drink.

Meet at the of Hartman Park Entrance Parking Lot on Gungy Road in Lyme.

Rain cancels.

Directions: The parking lot is on Gungy Road about 1.5 miles north of the 4-way stop signs at the intersection of Beaverbrook Road, Grassy Hill Road, and Gungy Road.

Registration is appreciated: openspace@townlyme.org

Join us for a bird walk featuring woodland birds in Nehantic State Forest, part of the Lyme Forest Block Important Bird Area. An Audubon expert birder will lead the walk where you can see and hear a diverse selection of bird species, including the Worm-eating Warbler, Wood Thrush and Cerulean Warbler. Even if you have never gone a bird walk before, this will be a great opportunity to learn more about the birds in your area and gain appreciation for their habitat. Don’t forget your binoculars!

This free event is part of a Bird Walk Series offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project—an initiative launched by Audubon Connecticut, in partnership with the Town of Lyme and the Lyme Land Trust, the Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Coordinating Committee, The Nature Conservancy, and other local land trusts, and municipalities. For a schedule of other bird walks and events offered by the Lyme Forest Block Conservation Project.

Please fill out this RSVP form if you plan to attend this or any Lyme Forest Block bird walk. If you have any questions, contact Genevieve Nuttall, Audubon Bird Conservation Programs Associate, at gnuttall@audubon.org.

Join us for this moderately easy walk in the woods. We will explore the Hartman Park section of the  Lyme Corner Trails led by Wendolyn Hill, Lyme Land Trust board member and Open Space Coordinator for the Town of Lyme. This time of year, there are a lot of wildflowers at hartman Park. The hike is about 2.5 miles long with an option for short cuts along the way. We walk through diverse habitat including an active beaver community.

Rain Cancels.

The Hartman Park Entrance is on Gungy Road about 1 mile north of the 4-way stop signs at the intersection of Beaverbrook Road, Grassy Hill Road, and Gungy Road.

This event has been cancelled due to rain. It will be rescheduled in the late summer or early fall.

Come celebrate Earth Day during this community event. Events are a short half-mile walk from parking to Diana’s Field with a host of family-friendly activities!

Please bring your own water to drink.

Scheduled Activities

• 11:00 am: Meet at parking lot for family-friendly forest walk with biologist Jim Arrigoni. Ends at bonfire.
• 12:30-2:00 pm: Geology walk with Ralph Lewis. Meet at bonfire.

Anytime Activities:

• Bug Discovery in Roaring Brook with Pat Young of the Eight Mile River Wild and Scenic Coordinating Committee
• Fun and games in Diana’s Field with Lyme’s Park and Rec. Nesting ball activity offered by the teen naturalist group “The Tree Collective”.
• Live music in Diana’s Field with Sophia Griswold
• Scavenger Hunt
• S’mores by the bonfire
• Bring your own blanket and picnic!
• Goodie bags

For updates and to learn more about NaturePlace at Banningwood Preserve. 

Raindate: Saturday, May 5