Outings and Events
We host a variety of fun outings and informative events. Don't miss an event ... sign up for our email notices at the bottom of this page.
Visit our new EHLT Events Calendar to learn of more planned events.
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Hikes and Paddles
Hikes are scheduled for the second Sunday of September through June and the last Sunday of September through May (except for December); most are easy to moderate in difficulty. During warmer months we schedule paddles on local waters.
Stewardship Work Parties
Our Stewardship Work Parties generally occur on the third Saturday of the month to help with trail and preserve boundary maintenance. There is usually work for all ability levels. Help is greatly appreciated and always needed.
Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting occurs during the first half of June and reviews the activities of the land trust, elects new board members, conducts other official business, and features interesting speakers and programs.
Special Events
These events vary from year to year; most are open to the public, but some are for members only. We announce all events through email and some specific events, such as the annual meeting, by email and USPS mail.
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April 1 - 25
Words from the Earth - Young Readers Challenge
To celebrate spring and Earth Day, East Haddam Land Trust has again partnered with the East Haddam Library System to provide a list for K-8 readers. Those who read all the books can collect stickers (younger readers) and figits (older readers). Visit either library branch for more info.
Readings and discussions with land trust and library directors and library staff are scheduled on the following Tuesdays:
Rathbun branch, April 21, 11 am-noon, and April 28, 4- 5 pm,
Moodus branch, April 21, 4-5 pm, and April 28, 11 am-noon.
Sunday, April 12, 1 - 3 pm
Woodland Wander
Join this relaxed-paced hike to explore the fields, hardwood forest, ledges, wooded wetlands, and vernal pools at Roaring Brook Reserve. This 98-acre property is maintained by the East Haddam Conservation Commission. The parking area is at 162 Clark Hill Road near the intersection with Mill Road. Leashed dogs are welcome to bring their owners. Participants are invited to bring a light snack to share, along with EHLT's refreshment, for a post-hike tailgate.
Friday, April 17, 6:30 - 8:30 pm pm
Arbor Day Coffee House
Join us at First Church of Christ Congregational, 499 Town Street, East Haddam for a celebration of our natural world with music and poetry by local talents. This is the second year of the collaboration between East Haddam Land Trust and First Church. Light refreshments will be offered, and freewill donations will be accepted to benefit both nonprofits.
East Haddam and Lyme Land Trusts encourage participation in our individually and jointly sponsored events. Please visit Lyme Land Trust's Events page for more information on their events.
Mark your calendars for more April events.
April 20, Words from the Woods Book Circle
April 25, Backyard Wildlife - All about Opossums
April 25 & 26, Meet the Directors
April 26, Woods Walk (registration required by 4/23)
For details on these and future Events, visit EHLT Events Calendar:
Check 'Our Preserves' for info on each preserve with trails or use our Interactive Trail Map.
Use the contact link at the bottom of this page to report trail issues.
