CT Trails Day – Hike Birch Rocks in Brookfield
Did you know that the first weekend in June is National Trails Day? Communities nationwide celebrate our natural lands by walking, hiking, or biking their favorite local trails. Connecticut is a Trails Day leader. Each year land trusts lead hundreds of events across the state. This year, NCLC will host two Trails Day events. Join […]
Green Drinks
Kent Falls Brewing 33 Camps Road, Kent, CT, United StatesJoin NCLC, Kent Land Trust, and Warren Land Trust for Green Drinks at Kent Falls Brewing. Green Drinks is a casual happy hour for friends and neighbors interested in the environment, all are welcome. We hope you can join us. Green Drinks Date: Thursday, June 30 Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Location: Kent Falls Brewing […]
Sherman Conservation Commission Event: Weed Warriors
The Sherman Conservation Commission's Weed Warriors are holding another work day. This is a terrific team of volunteers who are targeting invasive plants. Date: Saturday, July 30 Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Place: Veteran's Field, 17 Sawmill Road, Sherman, CT Details: Wear long sleeves and pants, bring gloves, water and your favorite weed weapons. […]
Kent Library Carnival
Kent Memorial Library is holding a carnival. NCLC will be there with our Fling-a-Frog game*. Test your swing and see if you can land the frog on the lily pad. Date: Saturday, September 3 Time: 12 PM to 4 PM Admission: $5 Location: Golden Falcon Field, Kent Visit the library for more information about this […]
Housatonic Heritage Hike: Cobble Mountain
Housatonic Heritage Hike at Macedonia State Park Join NCLC for an invigorating hike to our Cobble Mountain Preserve, accessible from Macedonia Brook State Park. The trail passes along Macedonia Brook and includes a steep ascent to a rocky outcrop on the blue-blazed Macedonia Ridge Trail. The blue-blazed Macedonia Ridge Trail passes through NCLC’s Cobble Mountain […]
September Green Drinks at Norbrook Farm Brewing
Join NCLC, Colebrook Land Conservancy, Norfolk Land Trust, and Winchester Land Trust for Green Drinks at Norbrook Farm Brewing on Thursday, September 22 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This casual happy hour gathering of friends and neighbors is open to everyone. Date: Thursday, September 22 Time: 5 PM to 7 PM Address: Norbrook Farm […]
Annual Picnic at Hadlow Preserve
You are invited! Celebrate the spirit of fall at NCLC’s Annual Picnic on Saturday, September 24 at 12 PM at the Hadlow Preserve in Sherman, one of the region’s most beautiful scenic vistas. Enjoy fall colors, kite flying, a hike, and the long views. This spectacular setting is one of the most glorious views in Northwest Connecticut. […]
An Evening with Doug Tallamy – The Nature of Oaks
As much an engaging storyteller as a scientist, Dr. Doug Tallamy’s presentation, “The Nature of Oaks” will leave you with a profound respect for the oak trees in our landscapes and forests. Deemed a keystone species, this often outsized tree plays an equally outsized role in supporting numerous wildlife creatures. Register online: https://bit.ly/CToaks What can […]
October Green Drinks at Mine Hill Distillery
Join NCLC, Bridgewater Land Trust and Roxbury Land Trust for Meet Your Greens at Mine Hill Distillery on Thursday, October 20 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This casual event is free, open to the public, and an excellent opportunity to get to know others working or volunteering in the conservation field. Date: Thursday, October […]
Can This Planet Still Be Saved? A Special Common Ground with Jane Whitney
As climate change moves from an imminent peril to a deadly reality for vast swaths of the country, a panel of nationally recognized groundbreakers will discuss the gaping dichotomy between what scientists say needs to be done to moderate an impending disaster and the political reality of what is possible. We will have a broad […]