Aspetuck Land Trust and Wild Ones present...

Creating Beautifully Designed Food Forests for Migrating Birds

Join us as we welcome Eva Monheim on Friday, May 30th for a Lunch & Learn zoom webinar.

A food forest, also known as an edible forest garden, is a system of intentionally created, self-sustaining ecosystems that provide food and other resources for humans and wildlife. In essence, it's a garden that mimics a natural forest, with different layers of plants, including trees, shrubs, ground cover, and vines, all working together to create a balanced and productive environment.

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Interested in the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping? Join Ranger Jim at Randall's Farm Preserve on Saturday, May 24th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for "Honey Bees 101."

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Embark on a captivating journey through nature's symphony of flight and song with Anthony Zemba, a Certified Ecologist and Sr. Environmental Analyst for LandTech, as your guide.

Join us for a morning bird walk at Trout Brook Valley Preserve, meeting at 8:00 am at the Bradley Rd parking lot.

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Join Norwalk Land Trust and speaker Leslie Danoff, Co-Founder and Board Chair of Global Forest Generation, for a talk about Community Action On Climate.

Join CT vernal pool expert and professional wetland scientist Edward Pawlak for an eye-opening spring vernal pool walk at Aspetuck Land Trust’s Trout Brook Valley Jump Hill Preserve.

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Join CT vernal pool expert and professional wetland scientist Edward Pawlak for an eye-opening spring vernal pool walk at Aspetuck Land Trust’s Trout Brook Valley Jump Hill Preserve.

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Join us for an enchanting introductory sketching class at Randall's Farm, where we’ll capture the serene beauty of its winter landscapes. You’ll explore techniques to portray the soft hues, frosted textures, and peaceful charm of the season. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or new to sketching, this class provides a warm and welcoming space to create, learn, and connect with the quiet magic of winter.

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Since native plants are the KEY to survival for most species, how can we help plant species to move northward as temperatures rise?  The disruption of our heavily paved surfaces and man-made structures inhibits plant movement. In this talk, we will look at the role humans play in helping to move plants as well as helping animals to move more freely to aid in seed dispersal.

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Though their growth is slow to our eyes, forests are dynamic places. How did our woods develop over time? What is on the horizon for the future? Join forester Laura Green to learn about the processes that shape our forests, what we can anticipate going forward, and the opportunities for us to be active stewards of the future we wish for our woodlands.

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Join us for this fun afternoon and take home your own Milk Jug Greenhouse. All you will need to bring is a translucent 1 or 1/2 gallon milk jugs or clear plastic 1 or 2 liter bottles. We will have all of the other supplies needed for this activity, including locally sourced milkweed seeds. These mini greenhouses are also great for cool season plants like kale, broccoli, or peas so feel free to bring those seeds along too if you have them on hand.

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Don't let the colder weather keep you inside! With miles of trails to explore, winter can be a wonderful time to connect with nature. We would love you to join us for the Winter Wilderness Skills session in Trout Brook Valley with Chris Varian. He will cover essential winter hiking skills such as map navigation, emergency priorities and skills, winter gear essentials, cold injury prevention, and more.

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Learn the "how" and "why" of composting with Westport-based author Scott Smith, Park City Compost Initiative founder and executive director Tim O'Connor, and Sustainable Westport co-director Gately Ross.

Composting not only benefits a backyard garden; it can be a simple, homemade solution for bigger issues such as reducing waste, improving soil, boosting biodiversity, and combating climate change. Backyard composting also strengthens efforts in making communities more sustainable and environmentally friendly. Whether you have a garden or not, composting can be a small way to make a big change.

Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

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The Nutmeg Chapter of Trout Unlimited's November Monthly Meeting will feature a special presentation by Antoine Bissieux, the Orvis-endorsed guide known as "The French Fly Fisherman." Antoine will share his insights and techniques across several fly fishing styles, making this a unique opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert.

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Join us on Saturday, November 9th, for a captivating fall walk through the scenic Trout Brook Valley in celebration of its 25th Anniversary, led by Master Arborist Chris Teter.

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Join naturalist and raptor researcher Larry Fischer in Trout Brook Valley for an evening presentation on the natural history of the saw-whet owl.

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We are hosting a bird walk at Ash Creek with Adé Ben-Salahuddin. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars as we lead discussion while you view the abundant birds (osprey, shorebirds and ducks) of the area. Learn about the different species as well as the conservation of this natural salt marsh - an important stopover area along the Atlantic Flyway for migrating shorebirds.

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Join naturalist and raptor researcher Larry Fischer in Trout Brook Valley for an evening presentation on the natural history of the saw-whet owl.

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Join naturalist and raptor researcher Larry Fischer in Trout Brook Valley for an evening presentation on the natural history of the saw-whet owl.

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Former NYTimes journalist, author, and professor James Lomuscio, author of Village of the Dammed will talk about the town of Valley Forge now underwater as the Saugatuck Reservoir.

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We are hosting a bird walk at Ash Creek with Adé Ben-Salahuddin. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars as we lead discussion while you view the abundant birds (osprey, shorebirds and ducks) of the area. Learn about the different species as well as the conservation of this natural salt marsh - an important stopover area along the Atlantic Flyway for migrating shorebirds.

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Join hawk-bander and raptor specialist, Larry Fischer, for a hawk walk at Aspetuck Land Trust’s orchard and blueberry patch in Trout Brook Valley.

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Join Fairfield Theatre Company for a free community screening of Kiss The Ground at The Warehouse on September 22nd. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this critically acclaimed documentary sheds light on the often-overlooked role of soil regeneration in reversing climate change.

For more information and to reserve your spot, visit Fairfield Theatre Company.

We are hosting a bird walk at Ash Creek with Adé Ben-Salahuddin. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars as we lead discussion while you view the abundant birds (osprey, shorebirds and ducks) of the area. Learn about the different species as well as the conservation of this natural salt marsh - an important stopover area along the Atlantic Flyway for migrating shorebirds.

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Join us this Latino Conservation Week as we engage in a day of events celebrating the influence of Indigenous and Brown cultures on ecosystems, both locally and globally.

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Please join ALT and volunteer to help remove invasives on our preserves and learn to remove them from your own property.

There will be an invasive work session on the afternoon of Sunday, Sept 15th (1:00-3:00pm) weather permitting. We'll meet at the Wells Hill Rd parking lot of TBV/Crow Hill Preserve.

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Please join ALT and volunteer to help remove invasives on our preserves and learn to remove them from your own property.

There will be an invasive work session on the afternoon of Sunday, Sept 8th (1:00-3:00pm) weather permitting. We'll meet at the Wells Hill Rd parking lot of TBV/Crow Hill Preserve. You should dress for the task at hand including gloves, sturdy footwear, and long sleeves & pants. Bring pruners, loppers, pruning saws, and herbicide applicators if you have been issued one. We will have some additional herbicide applicators available for those who need them.

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Please join ALT and volunteer to help remove invasives on our preserves and learn to remove them from your own property.

There will be an invasive work session on the afternoon of Sunday, Sept 1st (1:00-3:00pm) weather permitting. We'll meet at the Wells Hill Rd parking lot of TBV/Crow Hill Preserve. You should dress for the task at hand including gloves, sturdy footwear, and long sleeves & pants. Bring pruners, loppers, pruning saws, and herbicide applicators if you have been issued one. We will have some additional herbicide applicators available for those who need them.

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Please join ALT and volunteer to help remove invasives on our preserves and learn to remove them from your own property.

There will be an invasive work session on the afternoon of Sunday Aug. 25th (1:00-3:00pm) weather permitting. We'll meet at the Wells Hill Rd parking lot of TBV/Crow Hill Preserve. You should dress for the task at hand including gloves, sturdy footwear, and long sleeves & pants. Bring pruners, loppers, pruning saws, and herbicide applicators if you have been issued one. We will have some additional herbicide applicators available for those who need them.

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Please join ALT and volunteer to help remove invasives on our preserves and learn to remove them from your own property.

There will be an invasive work session on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 17th (9:30-11-30am) weather permitting. We'll meet at the Wells Hill Rd parking lot of TBV/Crow Hill Preserve. You should dress for the task at hand including gloves, sturdy footwear, and long sleeves & pants. Bring pruners, loppers, pruning saws, and herbicide applicators if you have been issued one. We will have some additional herbicide applicators available for those who need them.

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