Exploring The Last Green Valley: Invaders in our Backyards and Woods
Over the past few years, I have used this column to highlight concerns with invasive plant species having a severe, negative impact on the natural resources of our region. It seems wherever I go in The Last Green Valley, I am confronted with one or…
Get Your Blood Pumping With Walktober, Oct. 20-23
Walktober has plenty of offerings for adventurers. Oct. 20-23 features several Walktober adventures meant to be more challenging. Walktober is in its 27th year and is a program of The Last Green Valley, Inc., (TLGV) the non-profit charged with promoting and advocating for the national…
Canterbury Has Unique History, Resources
Soon after moving to northeast Connecticut in 1981, I drove Route 169 south from Woodstock through Pomfret and Brooklyn and into Canterbury, enjoying picturesque small towns, quintessential New England architecture, farms, orchards and vistas of soft rolling hills. That day was my first time traveing…
Walktober Changes, Cancellations, and Bonus Walks
Bonus walks and events, plus cancellations and changes will be listed here, so check back often. Change in Repeat Date: Free Event #25 Deep Sky Observing lists a repeat date of November 10; that date has been changed. Please note that the new date for…
TLGV Grant Aids Finnish American Heritage Society
The Finnish American Heritage Society of Canterbury recently completed a project to increase visibility and awareness of its facility, collections and archives with the help of a grant from The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV). Awarded in the fall of 2016, the $2,500 grant was…
Walks Highlight Land Trust Gems
One of the reasons our national heritage corridor has an abundance of open and conserved land is due to the land trusts actively working within the 35 towns of The Last Green Valley. Walktober offers the perfect opportunity to visit a land trust property and…
Autumn Colors to Peak During Biggest Walktober Weekend
Walktober hits its stride this weekend with more than 60 adventures throughout The Last Green Valley. And, it’s all happening as the national heritage corridor begins to hit its peak for fall foliage. The Walktober events will be engaging and fun and the scenery spectacular.…
Long weekend filled with festivals and behind-the-scenes peeks at The Last Green Valley
Start the long weekend early with Walktober adventures beginning Thursday, and find fun all weekend long with more than 65 opportunities to enjoy the 35 towns of The Last Green Valley. The adventures waiting for attendees include a rare behind-the-scenes look at Otis Library in…
Exploring The Last Green Valley: Farms offer fun during Walktober
Some of the many family-fun activities during The Last Green Valley’s Walktober are the events, tours and walks organized by our region’s farms during the glorious month of October. The farms, orchards, and vineyards of The Last Green Valley are important partners in keeping our…