Bushy Hill and Platt Preserves are local gems. The preserve is fully wooded and hugs the Falls River in the southern part of the Platt Property. There are a lot of interesting features including a mountain laurel maze, foot bridges, and a cascade on the Falls River. This family friendly hike co-sponsored with the Essex […]
This popular event is co-sponsored with the Essex Historical Society. Essex Land Trust steward, Scott McCoid, will lead a walking tour of the Millrace Preserve covering Ivoryton’s history, the company that built it, and the flood that punctuated the end of an era. The conversation will continue through Ivoryton with EHS featuring historic buildings and […]
Enjoy an evening at the Essex Main Street Park with Friends, Live Music, and views of Middle Cove. The Essex Land Trust is hosting the event featuring Melaena, a 6-piece cover band whose sole mission is to perform music that "makes you want to dance." We’ll be grooving to songs from every decade, from Top […]
The Essex Land Trust will participate in the Annual Ivoryton Fourth of July parade celebrating our Nation's 250th! We will have a tractor and decorated trailer and will spread general good cheer! ELT volunteers, members, and families are encouraged to attend and wear your red, white, and blue! Marchers will gather at 9:30 AM at […]
Join the Essex Land Trust for a guided Canoe/Kayak paddle around Mill Pond. Sue and Bob Cornell, Jean Island Stewards and avid paddlers will lead the armada. Please arrive early. Participants must check-in on site, sign a waiver, and launch their boats prior to the 10:00 am departure. Parking is onsite. Bring a lunch, refreshments […]
The Essex Library Summer Reading theme this year is “Plant a Seed, Read!” Each week, join Essex Library for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore a different hobby, skill, or craft. The last session is all about Geocaching! In this session, families will join Essex Land Trust to explore The Millrace property and learn how […]
Join the Essex Land Trust and the CT River Museum for an intermediate guided Canoe/Kayak paddle from Essex village to explore Historic Falls River Cove. Jeff Croyle, Essex Land Trust Vice President will lead the paddle. Participants must check-in on site, sign a waiver, and launch their boats prior to the paddle. Please drive down […]
Essex Land Trust members are invited to participate in the Connecticut River Conservancy's 30th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup. We will help clean up our waterfront shorelines including our Great Meadow and Turtle Creek Preserves. Please register on the Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) Source to Sea Cleanup Website (https://sourcetoseacleanup.org/) choosing “Join a Cleanup” and selecting […]
Join us for a Thursday morning guided hike exploring the Bushy Hill and Platt Preserves which we are pleased to be co-sponsoring with the Valley Shore YMCA. Our Bushy Hill and Platt Preserves are a local gem. The preserve is fully wooded and hugs the Falls River in the southern part of the Platt Property. […]
Supported by the Essex Land Trust, this race benefits the Ivoryton Library and its programs. A portion of the run goes through our Falls River Preserve. Registration is online and check-in is at the Ivoryton Village green starting at 8 AM. Race starts at 9:00 AM
New Date for Invasives Removal! Help us in our continuing efforts to remove invasive plants in our preserves and help to reestablish native habitat. This will be a continuation of our barberry removal efforts and will be at Canfield Meadow Woods on the Orange Trail just over the bridge from the Blue Canfield Trail. Bring […]
The Essex Land Trust and Town Libraries are joining the Pumpkin Festival this year! Join Essex Land Trust, Essex Library and Ivoryton Library for a family hike through The Millrace Preserve! Kids and families are invited to solve silly Halloween riddles as they walk along a festive path, enjoy a treat afterward courtesy of ELT, […]