William Burt: New Photographs and Old

Date: Fri October 17, 2014
Time: 5-7 pm
Place: The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library, 2 Library Lane, Old Lyme
Contact Email: mfiorell@oldlyme.lioninc.org

Local resident, naturalist and photographer William Burt will have an exhibit and opening reception of his superb bird photographs at the Old Lyme – Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library on Friday October 17 from 5-7 pm. The public is invited. He is acclaimed for his beautiful books which feature his wildlife photography.

The show runs from October 17 to November 28. A portion of each sale benefits the library.

William Burt has been a judge for the Land Trusts Amateur Photo Contest for many years.

Local resident, naturalist and photographer William Burt will have an exhibit and opening reception of his superb bird photographs at the Old Lyme – Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library on Friday October 17 from 5-7 pm. The public is invited. He is acclaimed for his beautiful books which feature his wildlife photography.

The show runs from October 17 to November 28. A portion of each sale benefits the library.

William Burt has been a judge for the Land Trusts Amateur Photo Contest for many years.

Trailblazers Walk with the Lyme Land Trust and Senior Center

Date: Tue October 14, 2014
Time: 10:00
Place: Nehantic State Forest
Contact Email: seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov
Presenter: Lymes Senior Center and the Lyme Land Trust and Senior Center

The Trailblazers is a program of moderately easy walks in the woods appropriate for active seniors. Advanced sign up highly encouraged in case there is a last minute change in schedule. Call the Senior Center at (860) 434-4127 to register.

This week’s hike will be at Nehantic State Forest, led by Marta Cone. Marta lives near the State Park & knows the trails very well. The hike will be about 60- 90 minutes.

Meet:
9:30 am-Lyme’s Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371 to carpool or follow Marta to the park entrance.
OR
10 AM– Entrance to Nehantic State Park on Rt 156 (Hamburg Road). Driving north on Rt 156 from Old Lyme, the Park entrance road is on the right about 1/10th of a mile past the north end of Bill Hill Road.

Its GPS coordinates are: 41.372095, −72.347347

PLEASE NOTE: There are TWO separate sections to Nehantic State Park, one in Lyme & one East Lyme. This is the section of the Park in Lyme, NOT the one in  East Lyme.

Celebrating Lyme’s Beauty ~ Call for Artists ~ Paint-Out at Banningwood Preserve

Date: Sat October 11, 2014 thru Sun October 12, 2014
Time: sunrise to sunset, registration starts at 9am
Place: Banningwood Preserve, Lyme CT
Contact Email: info@lymelandtrust.org

The 3^rd Annual Lyme Land Conservation Trust Paint-Out continues the plein air tradition established by the early American Impressionists who founded the Lyme Art Colony over a hundred years ago. All plein air artists are invited to join their colleagues for a beautiful autumn weekend of outdoor painting and camaraderie.

The 2014 Paint-Out will be located in the northwest corner of New London County on the Lyme Land Trust’s 102-acre Banningwood Preserve. The clear waters of Roaring Brook flow through the middle of the Preserve. Dramatic stone ledges, once quarried to provide stone for nearby Gillette Castle, rise over the landscape. These quarries are now filled with water and provide important habitats for local birds and wildlife. The buildings and steeples of Deep River can be viewed from the ridgeline. Additional features include lush meadows, cedar groves, and tree canopies over the river.

For breakfast and lunch, take the less-than-a-quarter-mile jaunt over to the charming Hadlyme Country Store at Hadlyme Four Corners. They have Ashlawn coffee, breakfast sandwiches, homemade pastries, and a very tasty lunch menu.

Works created during the 2014 Paint-Out are eligible for exhibition and sale during the Celebrating Lyme’s Beauty Exhibition, to be held at the Lyme Art Association from November 14, 2014 through January 4, 2015.

For the Paint-Out Prospectus click here,
Banningwood Preserve Trail Map

Click here for an article about the 3rd annual Paint-Out in Outdoor Painter Magazine.

Painting “Beaver Pond” by Angie Falstrom

 

 

The 3^rd Annual Lyme Land Conservation Trust Paint-Out continues the plein air tradition established by the early American Impressionists who founded the Lyme Art Colony over a hundred years ago. All plein air artists are invited to join their colleagues for a beautiful autumn weekend of outdoor painting and camaraderie.

The 2014 Paint-Out will be located in the northwest corner of New London County on the Lyme Land Trust’s 102-acre Banningwood Preserve. The clear waters of Roaring Brook flow through the middle of the Preserve. Dramatic stone ledges, once quarried to provide stone for nearby Gillette Castle, rise over the landscape. These quarries are now filled with water and provide important habitats for local birds and wildlife. The buildings and steeples of Deep River can be viewed from the ridgeline. Additional features include lush meadows, cedar groves, and tree canopies over the river.

For breakfast and lunch, take the less-than-a-quarter-mile jaunt over to the charming Hadlyme Country Store at Hadlyme Four Corners. They have Ashlawn coffee, breakfast sandwiches, homemade pastries, and a very tasty lunch menu.

Works created during the 2014 Paint-Out are eligible for exhibition and sale during the Celebrating Lyme’s Beauty Exhibition, to be held at the Lyme Art Association from November 14, 2014 through January 4, 2015.

For the Paint-Out Prospectus click here,
Banningwood Preserve Trail Map

Click here for an article about the 3rd annual Paint-Out in Outdoor Painter Magazine.

Painting “Beaver Pond” by Angie Falstrom

 

 

Anthony Irving Plays the Guitar at Lyme Farmers Market

Date: Sat September 27, 2014
Time: 9am-12:30
Place: Lyme Farmers Market, Ashlawn Farms, Bill Hill Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: info@lymelandtrust.org

Come to the Lyme Farmers Market on Saturday and be serenaded with beautiful guitar music by Lyme Land Trust board member Anthony Irving. All donations received will support the Lyme Land Conservation Trust.

As Chip Dahlke, owner of Ashlawn Farm says, “Tony is coming for some musical mellowness. Please throw some cash in his case. All proceeds will benefit the Lyme Land Conservation Trust. Who’s better than Tony? When it comes to hugging trees, Tony is the main man.”

Come to the Lyme Farmers Market on Saturday and be serenaded with beautiful guitar music by Lyme Land Trust board member Anthony Irving. All donations received will support the Lyme Land Conservation Trust.

As Chip Dahlke, owner of Ashlawn Farm says, “Tony is coming for some musical mellowness. Please throw some cash in his case. All proceeds will benefit the Lyme Land Conservation Trust. Who’s better than Tony? When it comes to hugging trees, Tony is the main man.”

Annual Source-to-Sea Clean-up of the Connecticut River

Date: Sat September 27, 2014
Time: 9 am to 12 pm
Place: Selden Cove. Look for LLCT sandwich board on Selden Road for kayak and canoe launch site.
Contact Email: bbuerger@3yankees.com
Presenter: CT River Watershed Council

Join the clean-up of the length of the Connecticut River through NH, VT, MA & CT involving more than 2,000 volunteers. The Land Trust needs volunteers with small power and paddle craft. We will focus our efforts on Selden Cove and Selden Island. The focus this year is on recyclables, bottles and tires.

If you can pitch in, contact Brantley Buerger at bbuerger@3yankees.com.

A light lunch will be provided. Raindate is September 28.

For more information about this effort spearheaded by the CT River Watershed Council: 18th Annual Source to Sea Clean-up of the CT River.

photo: Lyme Land Trust board members Don Gerber and Humphrey Tyler with volunteers during clean-up in 2013.

 

Join the clean-up of the length of the Connecticut River through NH, VT, MA & CT involving more than 2,000 volunteers. The Land Trust needs volunteers with small power and paddle craft. We will focus our efforts on Selden Cove and Selden Island. The focus this year is on recyclables, bottles and tires.

If you can pitch in, contact Brantley Buerger at bbuerger@3yankees.com.

A light lunch will be provided. Raindate is September 28.

For more information about this effort spearheaded by the CT River Watershed Council: 18th Annual Source to Sea Clean-up of the CT River.

photo: Lyme Land Trust board members Don Gerber and Humphrey Tyler with volunteers during clean-up in 2013.

 

Cruise to View Swallow Spectacular

Date: Fri September 26, 2014
Time: 5 to 8 pm
Place: Eagle Landing State Park, Haddam
Contact Email: info@lymelandtrust.org
Presenter: CT River Expeditions and Lyme Land Trust

Every autumn an estimated one million swallows come together above an island in the CT River as a part of their migration ritual. This growing mass of birds performs undulating dances before suddenly descending as one to roost just after the sun sets.

Join us on a cruise aboard the RiverQuest to view this miraculous display. Commentary about the birds and other wildlife, as well as binoculars (if you don’t have your own), will be provided by CT River Expeditions.

Wine and light refreshments are included. You may bring a picnic supper.

Preregistration and prepayment required. The cost is $40.00 per person, no children under 10. The boat leaves Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam promptly at 5:00 and returns in about three hours. If the trip is canceled because of inclement weather, refunds will be provided. Check our website if weather is questionable. Tickets are non-refundable after September 20. After that date, if we have a waiting list, we will use our best efforts to find a buyer for your ticket(s) if you need to cancel. No-shows on cruise day are not refundable.

We are very sorry. We are booked to capacity. You can email info@lymelandtrust.org to go on the waiting list in case of a cancellation or contact the RiverQuest to see if one of their other cruises has space. The Old Lyme Land Trust is hosting a Swallow Cruise on the RiverQuest on September 27.  For info go to: OLLT Swallow Cruise.

You may also be interested in the Geology Cruise on the RiverQuest sponsored by the Lyme Public Hall on October 26.

Every autumn an estimated one million swallows come together above an island in the CT River as a part of their migration ritual. This growing mass of birds performs undulating dances before suddenly descending as one to roost just after the sun sets.

Join us on a cruise aboard the RiverQuest to view this miraculous display. Commentary about the birds and other wildlife, as well as binoculars (if you don’t have your own), will be provided by CT River Expeditions.

Wine and light refreshments are included. You may bring a picnic supper.

Preregistration and prepayment required. The cost is $40.00 per person, no children under 10. The boat leaves Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam promptly at 5:00 and returns in about three hours. If the trip is canceled because of inclement weather, refunds will be provided. Check our website if weather is questionable. Tickets are non-refundable after September 20. After that date, if we have a waiting list, we will use our best efforts to find a buyer for your ticket(s) if you need to cancel. No-shows on cruise day are not refundable.

We are very sorry. We are booked to capacity. You can email info@lymelandtrust.org to go on the waiting list in case of a cancellation or contact the RiverQuest to see if one of their other cruises has space. The Old Lyme Land Trust is hosting a Swallow Cruise on the RiverQuest on September 27.  For info go to: OLLT Swallow Cruise.

You may also be interested in the Geology Cruise on the RiverQuest sponsored by the Lyme Public Hall on October 26.

Geology Walk in Banningwood Preserve

Date: Sun September 21, 2014
Time: 2 pm
Place: Banningwood Preserve, Town Street (Route 82) in Hadlyme, about ¼ mile north of the intersection with Ferry Road (Route 148).
Contact Email: Llewis81051@gmail.com
Presenter: Lyme Public Hall Association

Have you ever wondered about the geological forces that shaped Southeastern Connecticut and how that drove the settlement of the area?  If so, join retired State Geologist Ralph Lewis on a hike through the Lyme Land Conservation Trust’s Banningwood Preserve. The program is sponsored by the Lyme Public Hall Association.

The hike will be about two hours,  moderately paced with generally easy terrain and a few short steep ups and downs.  Sturdy shoes are a must; a walking stick would be helpful as well.  Please bring water and any medications you might need.   Parking is limited, so carpooling is recommended.  The walk is best for those over 12, and dogs should be left at home. Rain will cancel the event.

Have you ever wondered about the geological forces that shaped Southeastern Connecticut and how that drove the settlement of the area?  If so, join retired State Geologist Ralph Lewis on a hike through the Lyme Land Conservation Trust’s Banningwood Preserve. The program is sponsored by the Lyme Public Hall Association.

The hike will be about two hours,  moderately paced with generally easy terrain and a few short steep ups and downs.  Sturdy shoes are a must; a walking stick would be helpful as well.  Please bring water and any medications you might need.   Parking is limited, so carpooling is recommended.  The walk is best for those over 12, and dogs should be left at home. Rain will cancel the event.

Geocaching 101

Date: Sat September 20, 2014
Time: 10 am
Place: Meet at parking lot for Mount Archer Woods, Mount Archer Road, Lyme.
Contact Email: rsvp@lymelandtrust.org
Presenter: Geocaching enthusiast Jim Lockhart will lead the event.

The Lyme Land Trust and the East Haddam Land Trust have scheduled this field class to introduce those interested in learning how to geocache, the real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Instruction will be provided by active geocachers led by Jim Lockhart, a geocaching enthusiast.

To actively participate, bring a GPS-enabled device or smart phone. Before you attend, please download this Free Geocaching App to use during the event. To download the app, you will be asked to choose a unique geocaching user name and sign up for a free membership in geocaching.com.

This is a fun family activity suitable for all ages.

Using a smart phone or other GPS device, participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (treasure-filled container) hidden at that location.  You may take some treasure as long as you replace it with something of your own. Or as geocachers say, “Take some stuff, leave some stuff.” We will provide the treasures for this event. There are also geocaches on Chestnut Hill Preserve, Beebe Preserve, Hartman Park and other locations in Lyme.

Registration is appreciated but not required. Please let us know if you are planning to attend. Email rsvp@lymelandtrust.org. Put “Geocaching” in the subject line.

For an introduction to geocaching, click here: Geocaching 101

For an article about geocaching in the Spring 2014 Lyme land Trust Newsletter, click here.

The Lyme Land Trust and the East Haddam Land Trust have scheduled this field class to introduce those interested in learning how to geocache, the real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Instruction will be provided by active geocachers led by Jim Lockhart, a geocaching enthusiast.

To actively participate, bring a GPS-enabled device or smart phone. Before you attend, please download this Free Geocaching App to use during the event. To download the app, you will be asked to choose a unique geocaching user name and sign up for a free membership in geocaching.com.

This is a fun family activity suitable for all ages.

Using a smart phone or other GPS device, participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (treasure-filled container) hidden at that location.  You may take some treasure as long as you replace it with something of your own. Or as geocachers say, “Take some stuff, leave some stuff.” We will provide the treasures for this event. There are also geocaches on Chestnut Hill Preserve, Beebe Preserve, Hartman Park and other locations in Lyme.

Registration is appreciated but not required. Please let us know if you are planning to attend. Email rsvp@lymelandtrust.org. Put “Geocaching” in the subject line.

For an introduction to geocaching, click here: Geocaching 101

For an article about geocaching in the Spring 2014 Lyme land Trust Newsletter, click here.

Whalebone Cove Kayaking and Canoeing Tour

Date: Sun July 27, 2014
Time: 11:30 am
Place: Whalebone Cove, meet at Hadlyme Ferry Parking Lot.
Contact Email: rsvp@lymelandtrust.org
Presenter: Lyme Land Conservation Trust

Allison and Jack Hine will lead this tour of Whalebone Cove. Located on the east side of the CT River, Whalebone Cove offers a unique opportunity to see a variety of marsh species, from warblers and heron to wild rice and spatterdock, a flowering plant in the water lily family. Perhaps we will see painted turtles, swamp sparrows, or a muskrat. At the head of the Cove is the mouth of Roaring Brook, and views of the Lyme Land Conservation Trust’s Banningwood Preserve can also be seen on the paddle. Whalebone Cove is a magical place to visit throughout the warmer months, and you may want to return in the fall when numerous migrating waterfowl are passing through.

Meet at the Hadlyme Ferry parking lot. Pre-registration required. Email rsvp@lymelandtrust.org. Event is limited to 15 boats.

Allison and Jack Hine will lead this tour of Whalebone Cove. Located on the east side of the CT River, Whalebone Cove offers a unique opportunity to see a variety of marsh species, from warblers and heron to wild rice and spatterdock, a flowering plant in the water lily family. Perhaps we will see painted turtles, swamp sparrows, or a muskrat. At the head of the Cove is the mouth of Roaring Brook, and views of the Lyme Land Conservation Trust’s Banningwood Preserve can also be seen on the paddle. Whalebone Cove is a magical place to visit throughout the warmer months, and you may want to return in the fall when numerous migrating waterfowl are passing through.

Meet at the Hadlyme Ferry parking lot. Pre-registration required. Email rsvp@lymelandtrust.org. Event is limited to 15 boats.

CT Trails Day Walk

Date: Sat June 7, 2014
Time: 10 am to 11:30
Place: Walbridge Preserve and Hartman Park
Contact Email: angie.falstrom@att.net

Please meet at the parking area for Hartman Park. This year we are offering two guided hikes, both beginning at 10 AM. 
A short children’s hike will include a scavenger hunt and a visit to the Fairy Circles in Hartman Park.  Children should be accompanied by an adult.

For those interested in a longer hike, we’ll explore scenic Walbridge Woodlands on the yellow and white trails, and then pass by the old foundations of the Lee Farm in Hartman Park.  This hike will take a little more than an hour and is moderately easy. 

At the end of the hikes, both groups will meet at the School Room in Hartman Park (where the picnic tables are) for water and a light snack.  Participants will receive a small book about the Heritage Trail in Hartman Park, and for the younger ones, a booklet about a fairy who lives in the Fairy Circles there.

Pre-registration is appreciated.  For questions and to register, please email Angie Falstrom at angie.falstrom@att.net or call 860-434-3194.

Rain date: Sunday, June 8th, 10 AM

photos by Lisa Niccolai and Angie Falstrom

Please meet at the parking area for Hartman Park. This year we are offering two guided hikes, both beginning at 10 AM. 
A short children’s hike will include a scavenger hunt and a visit to the Fairy Circles in Hartman Park.  Children should be accompanied by an adult.

For those interested in a longer hike, we’ll explore scenic Walbridge Woodlands on the yellow and white trails, and then pass by the old foundations of the Lee Farm in Hartman Park.  This hike will take a little more than an hour and is moderately easy. 

At the end of the hikes, both groups will meet at the School Room in Hartman Park (where the picnic tables are) for water and a light snack.  Participants will receive a small book about the Heritage Trail in Hartman Park, and for the younger ones, a booklet about a fairy who lives in the Fairy Circles there.

Pre-registration is appreciated.  For questions and to register, please email Angie Falstrom at angie.falstrom@att.net or call 860-434-3194.

Rain date: Sunday, June 8th, 10 AM

photos by Lisa Niccolai and Angie Falstrom