History of Little Plain Tour
Please join us for a stroll through the Little Plain Local Historic District. This neighborhood boasts a variety of post-Revolutionary architecture and was established in the early 19th century by…
Read MoreNature Sketchbook Journaling
Roxanne Steed will teach you the practice of the”10-minute-sketch-walk.” First, you’ll take your sketchbook with you on a short walk. Then, you’ll come back inside to finish your pages with…
Read MoreNorwich Freedom Trail
During the nineteenth century, the city of Norwich was home to a vibrant abolitionist movement. Residents such as David Ruggles played an active role in the Underground Railroad and the…
Read MoreNorwich Millionaires’ Triangle
Meet the families who lived in the mansions along Washington St. and Broadway – Norwich’s Millionaires’ Triangle – in the last half of the 19th century when Norwich was a…
Read MoreArboretum stroll
The Arboretum contains a wide variety of mature and flowering trees. This guided walk will include the stories and multiple uses of the trees. The Arboretum is planted on a…
Read MoreTrail Wood Bird Walks
Walk the paths of this Connecticut Audubon Society preserve in Hampton, looking for Scarlet Tanager, Indigo Bunting, Veery, and Blue-winged and Chestnut-sided Warblers. Limited to 8 participants. Fee: $10 CAS…
Read MoreFarm History Tour
Join owner Lori Corriveau on a tour of the fields, historic barn and property of Little Dipper Farm (formerly known as Hillandale Farm). Dating back to the 1800’s, this unique…
Read MoreForest in Bloom: Identifying, Collecting, and Pressing Flowers from Trees
Learn to identify, collect, and press flower specimens from blooming trees with Dr. Sarah Taylor! Dr. Taylor will lead a hike through “the HEEP” in search of flowering trees and…
Read MoreInvasives in UR Backyard
Can you recognize invasive plants? Do you know which pretty plants have crossed over to “the dark side”? Walk the Willimantic River Trail with Pam Wright, (Master Gardener, Master Naturalist).…
Read MoreNature Sketchbook Journaling
Roxanne Steed will teach you the practice of the”10-minute-sketch-walk.” First, you’ll take your sketchbook with you on a short walk. Then, you’ll come back inside to finish your pages with…
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