At this meeting Members will consider and vote on a merger with East Granby Land Trust and West Hartford Land Trust to widen and sustain the impact of our land conservation efforts.
Meeting DetailsSpring is the perfect opportunity to renew our pledge to sustain local and regional land conservation efforts. Your membership or donation is important and appreciated.
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Nearly $200,000 from generous individual donors has made possible the acquisition of our Land Trust properties.
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This two-town east-west trail is the most ambitious trail-building project. This…
Recently donated hardwood uplands will connect to Reservoir #3 and provide views of Metacomet Ridge …
One block from Cottage Grove Road in Bloomfield’s most densely populated neighborhood sits Lisa Lane Farm with 10 acres…
It took five grants to acquire this 45-acre farm (23 acres of prime soils) and then $54,000…
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Ron Pitz returns for another interactive workshop on invasive species in our Connecticut landscapes. Join fellow residents in tackling some of these plants at Wintonbury Land Trust’s Hawk Hill Farm. You will walk away feeling confident in knowing how to identify and remove some of these harmful plants from your own backyards while socializing with other participants and getting physical exercise.
Ron is a Land Trust volunteer steward, DEEP-certified Master Wildlife Conservationist, and former executive director of the Knox Foundation. This program is provided in partnership with Bloomfield Public Library.
Please RSVP to ensure the event will not be canceled. You will be notified by email in the event of cancellation due to rain or low turnout. Recommended dress: long pants, long sleeved shirts, and gloves. Bring water, insect repellant, and any cutting and digging tools you have along with your fun spirit!
Whether in your backyard, walking Land Trust trails, or other outdoor adventures, staying safe from diseases transmitted by insects and ticks is an important part of being prepared to enjoy connecting with nature. In this free webinar, environmental scientist Roger Wolfe will help us learn about mosquitoes and ticks, efforts to manage their habitats, and how we can reduce our risks individually. As the Wetland Restoration Biologist at the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, Roger coordinates the Wetland Habitat & Mosquito Management program.
The Nature Lecture Series is co-sponsored with Bloomfield Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services, who will host the webinar. You may participate on any device with a web browser and email access. A link to login will be sent to your email when you register online.
The Board of Directors meets monthly, and you’re welcome to attend to learn more about Land Trust activities or get involved. We meet at Bloomfield’s Alvin & Beatrice Wood Human Services Center or via Zoom when needed. Please contact us for details on how to attend this month.
Wintonbury Land Trust joins with Bloomfield Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department, Bloomfield Public Library, and TREES FOR BLOOMFIELD Initiative to sponsor a live webinar and important discussion on climate change.
David Pogue will offer sensible, researched advice on how we can start to ready ourselves for what’s ahead. Mr. Pogue is the host of 20 “NOVA” science specials on PBS, a six-time Emmy Award-winning technology and science correspondent for “Sunday Morning” on CBS, a five-time TED speaker, and a New York Times best-selling author! Bloomfield Mayor Danielle C. Wong will serve as moderator.
Pre-register to receive the link for this free webinar. Attendees at the talk will be eligible for a special drawing to receive a signed copy of David’s recent book, How to Prepare for Climate Change: A Practical Guide to Surviving the Chaos.
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Celebrate Earth Month in Bloomfield with a free tour of our Hawk Hill Farm. The Land Trust and its partners preserved Hawk Hill Farm because it is one of the oldest continuously operating farms in Bloomfield and its gently sloping farm roads lead to beautiful views of the Metacomet Traprock Ridge and Hartford skyline.
We will walk approximately 2 miles to learn about the historic property’s many champion trees, volunteer efforts to manage invasive plants, and local birds that can be spotted on the pastures, pond, and forest (binoculars optional). Our guide will be Ron Pitz, a Land Trust volunteer steward, DEEP-certified Master Wildlife Conservationist, and former executive director of the Knox Foundation.
Please RSVP in advance to help us manage the group size. The rain date is Sunday, April 23. This event is co-sponsored by the North Central Conservation District and is part of the Town’s TREES FOR BLOOMFIELD initiative.
The Board of Directors meets monthly, and you’re welcome to attend to learn more about Land Trust activities or get involved. We meet at Bloomfield’s Alvin & Beatrice Wood Human Services Center or via Zoom when needed. Please contact us for details on how to attend this month.
Our partner, the Land Trust Alliance, describes why land trusts matter.
Created by Hartford Art School Civic Design class members Paulina Modestow, Darcy Peterson, and Emma Schroh.
I love the sense of community with the Land Trust. Farming is a hard business but people stopping and supporting my CSA, asking about the Scottish Highland cattle, or just shooting the breeze made it so worthwhile. And the Land Trust was amazing with their follow through. They put in electricity, water and restored the barn to make it a workable situation for us. They have a level of commitment that I think is very special.
I got involved because I wanted to give back to my community. My children grew up here and now my grandchildren. I want them to enjoy the land that I love and the diversity. I like meeting new people and the social interaction that the Land Trust offers.
My mother wanted her land to remain as it was. She left Stout’s Family Fields to me and my two siblings. I convinced them it was a good idea to donate to the Land Trust and they all agreed. Every day in all seasons, 20 or more people walk the path through the fields to reach Penwood Park. It’s a very special place in our community.