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.