BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CTBigHome.com - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CTBigHome.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ctbighome.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CTBigHome.com REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T124222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T124222Z UID:289-1754215200-1754222400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Farmington DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-farmington/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T194948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T194948Z UID:203-1754213400-1754220600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Wequetequock Cove\, Stonington DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 3\, 9:30 am to 11:30 am (Rain date August 10) – Wequetequock\nCove Preserve\, Stonington \nWCP consists of two meadows and hedgerows between Palmer Neck Road and Wequetequock\nCove.  There are two entrance points through the stone wall\, one to each meadow with a\nconnecting trail between them.  Mowed grass paths go around each meadow.  The total\ndistance of the combined paths is just under a mile.  A few notable species seen in September\n2024 were salt marsh fleabane Pluchea odorata\, annual and perennial salt marsh American\nasters Symphyotrichum tenuifolium\, S. subulatum\, annual woolly bean Strophostyles helvola\nand Eastern gamagrass Tripsacum dactyloides.  The preserve hosts many thicket nesting birds\,\nshorebirds and waterfowl.  Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes to avoid poison ivy.  Drinking\nwater\, sun protection and insect repellent are strongly recommended — there is very little shade.\nBeth Sullivan has been familiar with this preserve for over 10 years as its management has\nchanged to allow it to evolve from open grassland toward shrubland.  Last year she started an\niNaturalist project to inventory the plant communities and would love it if participants would\ncontribute their observations.\nDirections: From Rte 1 in Stonington\, turn south onto Greenhaven Rd.  Turn right In less than\n200 ft onto Palmer Neck Rd toward the Barn Island boat launch.  Continue 0.6 mi\nto 41°21'07.3"N 71°52'45.1"W.  The preserve is on your right.\nParking: Drive to the entrance into the preserve at its far end\, just past a yellow road curve\nmarker.  Park with care along the mowed shoulder of Palmer Neck Rd on the preserve side.  A \nfew cars can park beyond the entrance and more can line up behind the curve marker sign. Be\naware of poison ivy along the stone wall. There are also a couple of small pull outs on the\nopposite side of the road for additional parking.\nLeaders:  Beth Sullivan bethsull919@gmail.com or Lydia Pan lcpan01@gmail.com URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-wequetequock-cove-stonington/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T124005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T124005Z UID:287-1753610400-1753617600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Harwinton DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-harwinton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250726T005548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T005548Z UID:351-1753606800-1753617600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Soc Fieldtrip Branford Trolley Trail 9am DESCRIPTION:This is a flat\, dry c. one-mile walk on an abandoned trolley bed that traverses a salt marsh. We will see not only salt marsh plants but a mixture of upland plants as well. \nDirections and Parking: Take Exit 56 from I-95 and go south on Leete’s Island Rd. (if coming from the east\, first go left onto East Industrial Rd.) At the first four-way STOP\, continue south onto Thimble Islands Road. Shortly after the RR underpass\, on your left\, you will see Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library. Turn right across the street onto West Point Rd. and continue STRAIGHT to a dirt parking area. For your phone\, enter Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library\, then look for West Point Rd. \nLeader: Lauren Brown (203)215-0782; lauren-brown@comcast.net URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-soc-fieldtrip-branford-trolley-trail-9am/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T194651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T005921Z UID:201-1753606800-1753617600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CBS Guilford Land Conservation Trip Cancelled DESCRIPTION:This trip cancelled due to overgrown trail.  Instead we will be going to Branford and the Stony Creek Trolley Trail. \nThis is a flat\, dry c. one-mile walk on an abandoned trolley bed that traverses a salt marsh. We will see not only salt marsh plants but a mixture of upland plants as well. \nDirections and Parking: Take Exit 56 from I-95 and go south on Leete’s Island Rd. (if coming from the east\, first go left onto East Industrial Rd.) At the first four-way STOP\, continue south onto Thimble Islands Road. Shortly after the RR underpass\, on your left\, you will see Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library. Turn right across the street onto West Point Rd. and continue STRAIGHT to a dirt parking area. For your phone\, enter Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library\, then look for West Point Rd. \nLeader: Lauren Brown (203)215-0782; lauren-brown@comcast.net URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-guilford-land-conservation-trust-westwoods-west-property/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T123836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T123836Z UID:285-1753005600-1753012800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Coventry Farmers Market\, Coventry DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-coventry-farmers-market-coventry/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T194430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T194430Z UID:199-1752919200-1752930000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Beaverdam Marsh\, Natchaug State Forest. Eastford DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 19\, 2025 10 AM\, Beaverdam Marsh\, Natchaug State Forest\,\nEastford\nSpectacular large marsh covered with floating aquatics\, with emergent\, shrub and\nwooded wetland areas as well.  Explore adjacent upland woods along blue-blazed\nNatchaug Trail.\nDirections and Parking: Beaverdam Marsh parking lot\, located c. 3/4 mi.  south of\nNathaniel Lyon Memorial Park off Kingsbury Rd. \nLeaders: David Darnell & Gary Cote\, 540-235-2559 (David)\nNo need to pre-register\, but call for any updates or questions. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-beaverdam-marsh-natchaug-state-forest-eastford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250422T015132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T015132Z UID:329-1752919200-1752926400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Butterfly Association Lake Gaillard\, North Branford DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 19\, 10AM\nLake Gaillard\, North Branford\nLeader: Tom Kelly\, 203-430-3180\n\n\nThis is a walk at the main reservoir for the Regional Water Authority. It is our sixth trip to a site not normally open to the public! This very scenic property includes fields and Christmas tree plantations. Last year turned up 22 species\, including several hairstreaks. \nDirections: Access is from North St. in North Branford\, which is 1/4 mile east of the Rt. 80 and 22 junction. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-butterfly-association-lake-gaillard-north-branford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250422T015002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T015002Z UID:327-1752919200-1752926400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Butterfly Association John Flaherty Field Trial Area\, East Windsor DESCRIPTION:Saturday July 19\, 10 AM\nJohn Flaherty Field Trial Area\, East Windsor\nLeader: Lenny Brown\, 203-949-9024 \nAn overlooked hotspot for butterflies! Over 25 species are possible including the rare\nHorace’s Duskywing. An excellent trip! Wear sturdy walking shoes\, bring water and\nsunscreen. \nDirections: From I-91 take exit 44\, go south on Rte 5 for 1.1 miles\, make left on\nTromley Rd. Go 0.7 miles to entrance on left. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-butterfly-association-john-flaherty-field-trial-area-east-windsor/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T123601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T123640Z UID:283-1752400800-1752408000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray & Tailgate Picnic - East Hampton DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-tailgate-picnic-east-hampton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T194224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T194224Z UID:197-1752314400-1752325200@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Penwood State Park\, Bloomfield DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 12 at 10:00 a.m. (Rain date: July 13)\,  Penwood State Park\,  Bloomfield \nDescription: The flat\, paved park road flanking the ridge makes for an easy walk while\noffering a good view of the varied vegetation brought up to eye level on the steep uphill\nside of the road. Tick-trefoils are blooming and fruiting\, providing an opportunity to note\nthe characters that distinguish the relatively new genus Hylodesmum from Desmodium\nand to differentiate between the two New England Hylodesmum species\, which are\nmingled here. The baneberries will be in fruit\, and moist areas sport Eutrochium species\nand monkey flower. Bring lunch in case we make it as far as the picnic tables.\nDirections and Parking: Penwood State Park entrance is on Route 185 between\nStafford Rd. and Summit Ridge Dr. After the field trip you may wish to head northwest\non Route 185 for a mile or so to admire Connecticut’s largest sycamore\, in Pinchot\nSycamore Tree Park\, on the right\, opposite Nod Rd. and just before the bridge over the\nFarmington River.\nLeader: David Yih\, (860) 796-5666 URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-penwood-state-park-bloomfield/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T194012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T013149Z UID:195-1751702400-1751713200@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Pine Hill Recreation Area\, Seymour DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 5\, 8 am to 11 am\, Pine Hill Recreation Area\, Regional Water\nAuthority\, Seymour\nJoin members of the Connecticut Botanical Society as they search for plants in the\nwoods off of Summer Hill Rd. in Seymour and Woodbridge.  The hike will go through a \ndeciduous forest with some wetlands.  There are some decent slopes\, so come\nprepared to hike.\nDirections: 59 Rimmon Rd\, Seymour\nParking: Meet at the RWA parking lot that shares a driveway with 59 Rimmon Rd.\,\nSeymour\nLeader: John Triana\, triana1@sbcglobal.net URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-pine-hill-red-area-seymour/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250422T014833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T122516Z UID:325-1751191200-1751198400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Butterfly Association Bent-of-the-River\, Southbury DESCRIPTION:Sunday June 29\, 10 AM – Noonish\nBent-of -the-River\, Southbury\nLeader: John Himmelman – jhimmel@comcast.com\nThe variety of habitats always produces an amazing assortment of species! BOTR is included in the CT Butterfly Atlas as one of the best butterflying spots in the State. Not to be missed. \nDirections: Take I-84 West\, make right off exit 14 ramp. Straight thru light onto 172 N. Go 1 mile (S.Britain)\, and turn left onto East Flat Hill Rd. (between general store and church). Once you come to river on left\, the drive for BOTR will be on your left (#185). Park in first lot on right. (84E\, left off exit 14 ramp\, under highway\, straight onto 172N). URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-butterfly-association-bent-of-the-river-southbury/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T123329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T123329Z UID:281-1751191200-1751198400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Kent DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-kent-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250321T013013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T013013Z UID:232-1751191200-1751198400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Fieldtrip - Cockaponset State Forest\, Higganum DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 29\, 10 am to noon\, Cockaponset State Forest\, Higganum\nWe will walk along the power lines. The wood lilies should be numerous and in flower.\nDirections: Travel to Route 81 either from Route 154\, or Route 9.\nFrom the north\, travel south on Route 81 to Morris Hubbard Rd. Take a left onto Morris\nHubbard Road. Continue until powerlines.\nFrom the south\, travel north on Route 81 and take a right onto Morris Hubbard Rd. Follow\nthe directions above.\nApproximate coordinates: 41.471517\, -72.552787\nState Forest Map\nParking: Park by the powerlines entrance or in the nearby circle at the dead end.\nLeader: Gail Reynolds\, CBS Director\, 860-424-6143 C URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-fieldtrip-cockaponset-state-forest-higganum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T143211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T143211Z UID:192-1751104800-1751112000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Farm River State Park\, East Haven DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 28th at 10 am\, Farm River State Park\, East Haven \nThe park supports variable habitat and many species can be found throughout the\nseasons.  Possible species to be seen:  Bristly and Wild sarasparilla\, Tall hairy\nagrimony\, Maryland sanicle\, Partridgeberry\, Heath speedwell\, tree species as Gray\ndogwood\, and ferns.  There could also be remnants of White rattlesnake root and\nCommon wrinkle-leaved goldenrod. \nDirections: Mansfield Grove Rd\, East Haven\, CT 06512\,\nhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/Farm+River+State+Park/@41.2561099\,-\n72.8592922\,807m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89e87878c69f0da5:0xb35ca75c9\n3dad56d!8m2!3d41.2561099!4d-\n72.8567173!16s%2Fm%2F0q40s93!5m1!1e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwNC4wI\nKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-farm-river-state-park-east-haven/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250404T123208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T123208Z UID:279-1750586400-1750593600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Simsbury DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-simsbury/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250318T142830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T142830Z UID:190-1750496400-1750510800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center\, Old Lyme DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 21\, 9:00 am (Rain Date July 12) Roger Tory Peterson Estuary\nCenter\, Old Lyme\nThe RTPEC\, a Connecticut Audubon Center\, moved into its permanent location in 2020.\nThis 5.25-acre property\, located along the Lieutenant River\, is the site of the former Bee\n& Thistle Inn. The land includes tidal riparian wetlands\, an upland open space with\nhedgerows along two property lines\, and a variety of large specimen trees. In August\,\n2024\, Chris Penniman led a CBS field trip to the RTPEC along the hedgerow adjacent\nto the Florence Griswold Museum property. This year’s trip will focus on the tidal\nriparian wetlands. Chris leads a team of volunteer UConn Master Gardeners at the\nCenter. They have updated existing gardens with native plants and are planting a new\nnative plant garden for birds this summer.\nDirections and Parking: Park and meet at 100 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT \nLeader: Chris Penniman\, CBS Board Member\nchrisepenniman@gmail.com (860) 501-4117\nPre-registration is not required\, but if you share email addresses and phone numbers\nwith the leader\, she will be able to let you know of any changes. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-fieldtrip-roger-tory-peterson-estuary-center-old-lyme/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250406T160135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T160135Z UID:313-1750323600-1750334400@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Exploratory Walk - Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Lyme DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 19 (rain date June 26)\, 9 am to noon Brockway Hawthorne Preserve\, Lyme \nJoin us for an exploratory walk with Lyme Land Conservation Trust at their Brockway\nHawthorne Preserve. This 82-acre preserve helps protect the Whalebone Cove watershed\, with\nwetlands\, vernal pools\, mature forest and a healthy hemlock stand. The trail passes former\npasture and an abandoned quarry. From the Brush Hill Road parking lot\, the loop of white trail\n(BW) onto yellow trail and back provides a delightful and easy 0.8-mile walk. For those who\nwish to continue hiking after the botany walk\, the trail continues onto adjacent preserves and to\nan overlook of Seldon Cove. Refer to the website below for a trail map. \nDirections and Parking: We will meet the main parking lot for the Brockway-Hawthorne\nPreserve on Brush Hill Road\, Lyme\, about 1/2 mile south of Hadlyme Four Corners. Map\navailable here: https://www.lymelandtrust.org/properties/.\nPlease Pre-register with Lisa or Wendy below\nLeaders: Lisa Wahle\, lcwahle@gmail.com\, 860-304-6184\, Wendolyn Hill\,\nopenspace@townlyme.org. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-exploratory-walk-brockway-hawthorne-preserve-lyme/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250614T111539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T111539Z UID:346-1749981600-1749996000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Field Trip - Barkhamsted\, People's State Forest DESCRIPTION:Wetland boardwalks give one a feel of walking in a museum\, past real-life diorama.  Peoples State Forest has tow boardwalks\, a short wide one\, and nearby a long winding one passing by sedges\, alders\, poison sumac\, buttonbush\, etc.  Bring lunch and the group will find a spot with tables. \nDirections and Parking:  From Route 318 in the Pleasant Valley section of Barkhamsted\, find East River Road\, just east of the bridge over the Farmington River.  Go north on East River Road for 0.7 miles.  Turn onto Greenwoods Road and go about 1.5 miles to the intersection with King Road.  Go a little ways past King Road and park on the side of the road. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-field-trip-barkhamsted-peoples-state-forest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T180046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T180046Z UID:277-1749981600-1749988800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Lyme DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-lyme/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250310T001954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T111401Z UID:154-1749895200-1749909600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Field Trip (Rain Cancelled - Rain Date 6/15 same time) - Peoples State Forest\, Barkhamsted DESCRIPTION:Wetland boardwalks give one a feel of walking in a museum\, past real-life diorama.  Peoples State Forest has tow boardwalks\, a short wide one\, and nearby a long winding one passing by sedges\, alders\, poison sumac\, buttonbush\, etc.  Bring lunch and the group will find a spot with tables. \nDirections and Parking:  From Route 318 in the Pleasant Valley section of Barkhamsted\, find East River Road\, just east of the bridge over the Farmington River.  Go north on East River Road for 0.7 miles.  Turn onto Greenwoods Road and go about 1.5 miles to the intersection with King Road.  Go a little ways past King Road and park on the side of the road. \n  \nRain date June 15th URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/cbs-field-trip/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T175806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T175806Z UID:275-1749376800-1749384000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - TBD DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-tbd-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T175639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T175639Z UID:273-1748772000-1748779200@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society 'Wild Foods' Focus - Colchester DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-wild-foods-focus-colchester/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T175353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T175353Z UID:271-1747562400-1747569600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - TBD DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-tbd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250406T155659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T012215Z UID:311-1747476000-1747486800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:(This trip has been weather cancelled) Connecticut Botanical Society Fieldtrip - Litchfield - Plunge Pool White Memorial DESCRIPTION:Cancelled by leader due to bad weather forecast.  Saturday\, May 17\, 2025\, 10 am\, White Memorial Conservation trails\, Plunge Pool\nArea\, Litchfield\nBotanize a part of this 3.6-mile loop trail near Morris\, Connecticut. Generally considered\nan easy route\, it takes an average of 1 h 20 min to complete.\nFrom the trailhead at the intersection of Routes 61 and 63\, you will find an intricate\nnetwork of pristine wooded trails that wrap around shallow ponds and showcase glacial formations. \nMany of the trails connect to form walkable loops\, such as the Heron Pond\n(HP)\, Teal Pond (T)\, and Fawn Pond (F) Loops. More information and trail maps can be\nfound at:\nhttps://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/connecticut/beaver-pond-plunge-pool-loop \nDirections and Parking: The trailhead with access to The Plunge Pool trail is located at\n300 South Plains Road\, Litchfield\, at the junction of Route 61 (County Rd) and Route 63\n(S Plains Rd). Parking for 6-8 cars is available in a small lot and on grassy areas on\nboth sides of Route 63 at the trailhead. There is additional parking available 3/10 of a\nmile up Route 63 on the left at another White Memorial trailhead\, from which people\ncould carpool if necessary. You can bring a lunch to eat at picnic tables at the White\nMemorial Center\, a 10-minute drive from the trailhead.\nPlease register with Eileen Cooper at eeecooper@gmail.com\nLeader: Eileen Cooper home: 860-491-0023; cell (for the day of the trip) 860-733-2086 URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/connecticut-botanical-society-fieldtrip-litchfield-plunge-pool-white-memorial/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250503T111928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T111928Z UID:337-1746957600-1746964800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Botanical Society Field Trip Gay City State Park\, Hebron 10am - noon DESCRIPTION:To look at tree leaf and flower bud break as well as ephemeral wildflowers \nDirections: Gay City is on Route 85\, AKA West Street AND North Street\, depending on which direction you come from. From the north\, itis easily accessed from the last exit on Rt. 384 (this used to be Exit 5\, but I believe it’s now Exit 7). From the south\, North Street turns off from Route 94. Please use your GPS or get directions from the website. \nhttps://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/stateparks/maps/gaycitypdf.pdf \nParking: After the entrance booth\, choose the first parking spot on the right (opposite the black P closest to the entrance on the map below). We’ll plan to do the white trail\, and end up by the pond\, then walk back on the road to the parking lot. \nLeader: Carrie Crompton\, barolk@sbcglobal.net URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-botanical-society-field-trip-gay-city-state-park-hebron-10am-noon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T175139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T175139Z UID:269-1746957600-1746964800@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Guilford DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-guilford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250228T014405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T014405Z UID:54-1746727200-1746741600@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:New Haven Bird Club Annual Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Banquet which will feature Frank Mantlik as speaker. Frank’s lifelong passion for birding has greatly enriched our Club and the local birding community. His popular bird walks on the Connecticut shore are always highlights\, drawing enthusiasts of all skill levels. At this year’s banquet Frank will share engaging stories and valuable insights from his decades of birding adventures. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned bird enthusiast\, his talk is designed to inspire and deepen your appreciation for the avian world. \nFrank Mantlik’s photographic work has been showcased in prominent publications and his field discoveries are among the most notable in the state. Frank has served as President of the Connecticut Ornithological Association (COA) and currently is Chair of COA’s Avian Records Committee of Connecticut. He works closely with Connecticut Audubon and the New Haven Bird Club and is a distinguished guide for Sunrise Birding\, LLC. Join us for an inspiring evening that celebrates the joy and excitement of birding. \nDon’t miss this festive event! Watch for emails and check the NHBC Newsletter and website for information on how to make reservations and for other details. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/new-haven-bird-club-annual-celebration/ LOCATION:Amarante’s Sea Cliff\, Grand Ballroom\, 62 Cove Street\, New Haven\, CT\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctbighome.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Bird.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T160728 CREATED:20250403T174941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T174941Z UID:267-1746352800-1746360000@ctbighome.com SUMMARY:CT Valley Mycological Society Foray - Kent DESCRIPTION:To join this mushroom foray and get the exact location you will need to become a member of the CVMS.  membership@cvmsfungi.org  $20 annual dues \nForay attendees need to wear their CVMS nametags.  These requirements are in place because of concerns with people coming to collect edible mushrooms.  Mycologists are well aware that there are deadly mushroom species that can be confused with edible species.  Each member is personally responsible for the identification of any mushrooms intended for eating.  CVMS takes no responsibility for the misuse or misidentification of any mushrooms. Many CVMS members do collect edible species and bring them home to cook and eat\, and they are happy to share their knowledge. \nfor pictures of CVMS forays see http://www.cvmsfungi.org/forayindex.html \nForays gather at 9:45am and head out to collect at 10am.  They return at noon for lunch. URL:https://ctbighome.com/event/ct-valley-mycological-society-foray-kent/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR