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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East Haddam and Lyme Land Trusts encourage participation in our individual and jointly sponsored events.
Please visit their Events page for more information on the 1/21 event.
Postponed due to conditions: Wednesday, January 21 - 9:30-11:30 am: Join this morning walk with Lyme and East Haddam Land Trust at Mangano-Mazzella Preserve, Honey Hill Rd, East Haddam. Please register in advance to Wendy openspace@townlyme.org
East Haddam Land Trust folks are welcome to attend.
Friday, January 23 & Saturday, January 24, 7-9 pm
January Thaw
Note: a bit of cold will NOT cancel this event. We look forward to seeing everyone in the warm Ballek's greenhouse. Carpooling is advised whenever possible.
Join us for our Second Annual January Thaw, a warm-hearted winter gathering at Ballek's Garden Center, Maple Avenue, East Haddam. Partake in botanical cocktails, canapés, and natural wine to lift your spirits.
This is a fundraiser benefiting East Haddam Land Trust and River Valley Personal Care Products, a nonprofit providing items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo/conditioner, incontinence products, diapers, menstrual products, deodorant, and similar items to those in need.
Tickets are $75 per person. Please register here. We hope to see you there!
Postponed due to conditions: Sunday, January 25, 1-3 pm
Woods Walk
Come explore the Selden Creek Preserve off of Joshuatown Road in Lyme. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) owns the 207-acre preserve on the west side of Joshuatown Road. It is one of the most biologically significant sites on the lower Connecticut River, the Selden Creek Preserve takes its name from the creek that divides it from the 600-acre Selden Neck State Park. With wooded hills and pristine freshwater tidal marshes, it provides vital habitat for many plants and animals, and is also a critical site for wintering bald eagles. Both the Selden white (SW) and the Selden blue (SB) trails lead to overlooks on spectacular vertical cliffs above the Selden Creek wetlands. The orange trail connects the two overlooks. This hike goes through narrow, sometimes rocky areas, and has multiple elevation changes. Hiking poles and sturdy footwear are recommended. Meet at the parking area on Joshuatown Road. All are invited to bring light snacks to share along with EHLT refreshments for an after hike tail-gate.
Tuesday, January 27, 6:30-8:30 pm
Presenting the Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed
Join East Haddam and Lyme Land Trusts at Hadlyme Public Hall, Ferry Road, Lyme to learn of the history and importance of the Eightmile River Watershed. Designated in 2008, as the nation's twelfth Wild & Scenic Partnership River, the Eightmile River Watershed is an exemplary example of an intact naturally functioning watershed. This presentation will reflect on seventeen years of the Coordinating Committee's accomplishments and emerging priorities, with time included for audience members to share their thoughts on critical issues. Speakers: Anthony Irving, Chairman and Patricia Young, Program Director of the Eightmile River Wild & Scenic Watershed
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