Posts by Lois
Thoughts on Earth Day
Those of us who work and volunteer for The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) consider every day as Earth Day. We know how fortunate we are to live in a…
Read MoreWe’re Accepting Nominations for the TLGV Board of Directors
TLGV’s Board of Directors is now accepting nominations to fill several vacancies on the Board. To be a board member you must be a TLGV member, have a passion for…
Read MorePlanning for the Future of Your Land – An Introduction to Land Conservation and Estate Planning
Are you a landowner with an interest in better management and conservation of your family lands but don’t know where to start? Join our Zoom webinar series! Thursday Feb. 26,…
Read MoreA Winter Hike in The Last Green Valley
Every season of the year brings an opportunity for an enjoyable day outdoors, whether it is spent exploring forest or field, river or lake. Months and weeks turn purposefully through…
Read MoreTLGV is Seeking its Next Executive Director
Lois Bruinooge, the current Executive Director of The Last Green Valley Inc. (TLGV), has announced her retirement effective in May 2026. TLGV is seeking a passionate and creative professional to…
Read MoreThe Giant of the Forest
“The mightiest oak in the forest is just a little nut that held its ground.” Anonymous – fortune cookie There is a giant in our forests. Not only is it rooted…
Read MoreA Walk Through the Colors of October
As a New Englander by birth and choice, I revel in the change of each season. Like many who live in New England, my favorite time of year is autumn…
Read MoreJoin Ranger Marcy for a 2nd Saturday Stroll
Walk the Air Line Trail to Joshua’s Trust’s Two Sisters Tract on Sept. 13 from 9-11 am, starting from Rt. 6 & Chewink Rd., Chaplin, CT. The preserve, donated by…
Read MoreThe First-Ever Tastes of the Valley Online Auction is Now Open!
Whether you attend Tastes of the Valley or want to support from a distance, this online auction is for you! You can register and check out through BiddingOwl. Tastes of…
Read MoreTLGV Receives National Park Foundation Grant To Improve Sustainability
TLGV is happy to announce it has received a grant from the National Park Foundation (NPF), the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service. NPF has launched The Campaign for…
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