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.
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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; 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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Words from the Woods Book Circle
Monday, May 19, 1:30-3 pm
Join this book circle collaboration between EHLT and the East Haddam Library System for lively discussions on the book of the month. For this gathering we will read and discuss, The Serviceberry, Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
Check the Rathbun Library for copies of the book.
We meet at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 31 Main Street, East Haddam.
You are welcome to join the discussion even if you haven't read
or finished reading the book.
No Woods Walk this May
The last Sunday of May falls on Memorial Day Weekend. We invite all of you to enjoy your holiday weekend and encourage you to join one of the CT Trails Day events in East Haddam on the first weekend of June.
Annual Meeting Notice
Saturday, June 14, 4-6 pm
East Haddam Land Trust's annual meeting will be held at the Goodwin House pavilion at Burnham Brook Preserve, 2 E. Dolbia Hill Road, East Haddam, the location of EHLT's office. Current members - those who joined or renewed their membership during the 2025 membership campaign which began in November 2024 - will hear updates from our current directors and officers, elect three volunteers to the board of directors, and have the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas on how to make EHLT better. Light refreshments and finger foods will be provided. Watch for the RSVP link next week.
Check back here and on our Facebook page for event postponements, cancellations, or updates.
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.
