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Exploring The Last Green Valley, The Hermit of the Forest

June 13, 2016

Exploring The Last Green Valley, The Hermit of the Forest Readers of this column may recall my fondness for bluebirds and the bluebird boxes on our property in Putnam. The bluebird is one of the more familiar species of the thrush family, a diverse group…

TLGV Member Program – Tour of the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum

June 13, 2016

Join Chief Ranger Bill on Saturday, July 30, from 10 am – 12 pm for a private tour of the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum with TLGV member and railroad museum volunteer Ray Axelrod. For the past several years Ray has led Walktober tours on the…

Exploring The Last Green Valley, Mountain Laurel – Appreciating Kalmia latifolia, Our Connecticut State Flower

June 6, 2016

Exploring The Last Green Valley, Mountain Laurel – Appreciating Kalmia latifolia, Our Connecticut State Flower I was first introduced to mountain laurel after I moved to northeastern Connecticut in 1980. I lived on Route 198 in Woodstock, and at that time, the 5-mile stretch of…

History in The Last Green Valley – the Collaboration Continues with Huntington!

June 1, 2016

History in The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor is our story. To help preserve and pass on compelling stories, The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) will be organizing quarterly programs to share the many resources  in the National Heritage Corridor’s 35 towns. Each quarter,…

Exploring The Last Green Valley – Memorial Day: Remembering the Andersonville Nine at Yantic Cemetery

May 30, 2016

Exploring The Last Green Valley, Memorial Day: Remembering the Andersonville Nine at Yantic Cemetery As Memorial Day approaches, it is time to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This Monday, many towns in The Last Green Valley will hold parades and…

Mystery Member Meanders in The Last Green Valley! June 2016…somewhere in Norwich, CT!

May 23, 2016

There are so many unexpected and hidden treasures in the National Heritage Corridor! June’s Mystery Member Meander will take place on Friday, June 17th, from 1 – 2:30 pm somewhere in Norwich, CT. This will be an easy, beautiful and paved 3 mile round trip…

Exploring The Last Green Valley – A River Runs Through It – The Shetucket River

May 23, 2016

Exploring The Last Green Valley, A River Runs Through It – The Shetucket River Two weeks ago this column focused on the Willimantic River and the recreational opportunities it offers to paddle enthusiasts. In keeping with our spring season water recreation theme, today we explore…

Need Inspiration? Explore The Last Green Valley!

May 17, 2016

Get connected and inspired as you discover the natural and historic beauty of The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor.  Find it all in the brand new edition of Explore!, a comprehensive, complimentary Guide to Outdoor, Indoor, and Around Town Adventures in The Last Green…

Vistas, Laurel & Full Moon Views as You Spring Outdoors in The Last Green Valley!

May 17, 2016

TLGV invites you to take advantage of Spring Outdoors before this popular new program finishes up for the year. Start the weekend with “Hubbard Sanctuary Vistas” in Chaplin on Saturday, May 21st at 1 p.m. This Joshua’s Trust property is accessible by parking at the…