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Virtual Preserve Tour Part 1: Introducing NCLC’s Sherman Preserves

On June 30, NCLC gained 1,681 acres of land and 8 public nature preserves in Sherman. These preserves boast boardwalks, birdwatching, and Housatonic River views. Join us for a virtual tour of these public preserves and discover a new fall hike! Amanda Branson, NCLC’s director of operations and finance and the former executive of Naromi […]

Virtual Land Tour Part 2: NCLC Preserves Beyond Sherman

Your new favorite fall hike could be closer than you think! Join us on Thursday, October 22 from the comfort of your home as Director of Land Conservation Paul Elconin takes you on a virtual tour of NCLC's trails outside of Sherman. In this Zoom event, Paul will highlight our lands and how to enjoy […]

Live Reptile Show Presented by Christine’s Critters

Christine’s Critters joins us again Saturday, November 7 at 10:00 AM for a Zoom event with live reptiles! This event is great for animal lovers of all ages. Christine will introduce us to native reptiles as well as rescues from the exotic pet trade and show us their special adaptations. Join us for an up-close […]

You’re Invited: 2020 Annual Meeting

Join NCLC board and staff for our annual meeting over Zoom. The annual meeting is an opportunity to come together to celebrate the good work accomplished in 2020 and the partnerships that make land conservation possible and to answer your questions about regional land conservation. Click here to register online.

Bears of Connecticut by Paul Colburn

NCLC welcomes Paul Colburn, a CT DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist, for a presentation on black bears in Connecticut. Paul will present an overview of black bear habitat, diet, behavior, and current research efforts. Paul will also include tips on how to be “bear aware” for optimum coexistence. Bring your questions! Registration is required. Click here […]

Trees of Connecticut: Identification for Beginners

Connecticut has a wide variety of coniferous and deciduous trees, many of which can be found right in your backyard! NCLC presents Connecticut Audubon Society’s Conservation Biologist Jim Arrigoni as he reviews the different characteristics that are useful for identifying trees and applies them to common Connecticut species. Join us online on Wednesday, March 24 […]

Frog Frolic at Towner Hill Preserve

Join Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy and Great Hollow for a guided hike to witness the spring migration and breeding of wood frogs. Every spring, wood frogs emerge from hibernation underground and migrate as far as a half mile to their unique and ephemeral breeding habitats known as vernal pools. We'll hike up to the vernal […]

Spring Story Walks with the Sherman Library

From Saturday, April 10 to Sunday, April 18, the Sherman Library invites families to enjoy two stories while exploring the outdoors:  one in conjunction with Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy and the other with the Sherman School.  When registered, participants will receive a map for both locations.  Those who complete the walks and email a picture […]

Saving Special Places: Land Conservation in Connecticut at the Sherman Library

Sherman's conserved land makes this community a special place to live and play.  Curious about how the work of land conservation happens? In 2020, Naromi Land Trust merged with Weantinoge Heritage Land Trust and became Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy (NCLC).  NCLC is Connecticut’s largest land trust, permanently protecting over 12,500 acres of land in Litchfield […]

Connecticut’s Indigenous Communities and the Natural World

Did you know that New England was not a “wilderness”, as described by the early English settlers, but a built and managed landscape? Connecticut’s Indigenous communities have long, rich histories that extend back thousands of years before the arrival of settler-colonists.  Indigenous communities had long been managing the physical environment to enhance plant and animal […]