This walk invites hikers of all ages, those who are looking for a short hike, and those who may be new to hiking. Join us on a 1.9 mile loop trail, co-led by the Essex Land Trust's steward for the Bushy Hill Preserve property. This trail features gentle ups and downs, but no challenging rock […]
Felicia Millet, a plant diagnostician with the Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, will be onsite at Essex Library to present “Growing Mountain Laurels in Connecticut.” Mountain Laurel was named the state flower of Connecticut in 1907 and has continued to captivate residents ever since. The presentation will include […]
A great weekend each year in CT to explore some of the best hiking around. Tom Soboleski, one of our Canfield Woods Stewards, will lead this fun, moderate, hike over mostly gently sloping terrain. We'll start at the Book Hill Trailhead and meet there following the hike for refreshments. This hike is weather dependent. Please […]
Join us and be one of the first viewers of “The Flower Meditation”, the first iteration of a Four Season Meditation art and nature journey at Windswept Ridge. Created by artist Jennifer Longworth, in collaboration with the Essex Land Trust, it combines plant materials found around the site. (No living plants were used). Following the […]
Enjoy a fun filled 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 Malaena. Melaena is 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 […]
Program open to families with children ages 5+. Did you know there’s games you can play outdoors while hiking? Join Essex Library, Ivoryton Library, and Essex Land Trust to explore some fun family games to LEVEL UP your trailblazing! As we explore some beautiful ELT properties, we’ll introduce exciting outdoor games that turn every walk […]
The Essex Land Trust will participate in the Annual Ivoryton Fourth of July parade. 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! Decorating the tractor and trailer will be in the afternoon on […]
Program open to families with children ages 5+. Did you know there’s games you can play outdoors while hiking? Join Essex Library, Ivoryton Library, and Essex Land Trust to explore some fun family games to LEVEL UP your trailblazing! As we explore some beautiful ELT properties, we’ll introduce exciting outdoor games that turn every walk […]
Program open to families with children ages 5+. Did you know there’s games you can play outdoors while hiking? Join Essex Library, Ivoryton Library, and Essex Land Trust to explore some fun family games to LEVEL UP your trailblazing! As we explore some beautiful ELT properties, we’ll introduce exciting outdoor games that turn every walk […]
Join the Essex Land Trust for a guided Kayak/Canoe paddle from Essex village to explore Turtle Creek, part of the Turtle Creek Preserve. Jeff Croyle an avid paddler and Essex Land Trust President will lead the paddle. Participants should check-in on site and sign a waiver prior to the paddle. Plan to arrive by at least […]
Following the Turtle Creek paddle, join us for a picnic and social gathering at the Essex Main St. Park to continue the celebration. Festive music will be provided by the Corinthian Jazz Band. It’s a BYOP, so bring your picnic lunch, refreshments and a blanket or chairs. Information on our recent acquisitions will be on […]
Connecticut Agricultural Scientist, Dr. Robert Marra, will present information on Beech Leaf Disease (BLD) including the response to the disease in Connecticut and the Northeast since its first appearance in 2019. Dr. Marra will also discuss how to diagnose BLD, the causes and treatment options for landscape beeches. A portion of the presentation will touch […]