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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…

Exploring The Last Green Valley – Give the Gift of Vitamin N (Nature)!

May 16, 2016

Give the Gift of Vitamin N (Nature)! “If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he [or she] needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live…

TLGV Ranger Marcy’s Acorn Adventure – Southbridge Scavenger Hunt!

May 16, 2016

Did you know Southbridge is celebrating their 200th Year?! True story and the Acorns will unite at the McKinstry Brook Trail-North to have a bicentennial scavenger hunt!  Join us Sunday, June 12th, 2016 from 1-2:30 pm at the McKinstry Brook-North Trail, parking on the street…

Exploring The Last Green Valley – The Willimantic River – A National Recreation Trail

May 10, 2016

The Willimantic River – A National Recreation Trail To the lost man, to the pioneer penetrating a new country, to the naturalist who wishes to see the wild land at its wildest, the advice is always the same – follow the river. The river is…

Welcome Sunshine To Spring Outdoors in The Last Green Valley!

May 10, 2016

Spring Outdoors continues as the weather warms in The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Learn about “May Wildflowers at Pigeon Swamp Preserve” on Saturday, May 14th at 10 a.m. at Pigeon Swamp Rd., Lebanon. Joshua’s Trust will identify beautiful spring wildflowers while hiking the…