BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-// - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260212T002100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T215204Z UID:10916-1775952000-1776038399@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Bimbler's Bash DESCRIPTION:A 10k-ish trail race in Westwoods. \nPlease see https://www.bimblersound.com/bash/ for more information. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/bimblers-bash-2026-04-05/ LOCATION:A.W. Cox School\, 143 3 Mile Course\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260317T114636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T114653Z UID:10982-1775901600-1775912400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 9 Trail Work at Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:A repeat of the workparty scheduled for the end of December and middle of February\, but both cancelled because of snow. This is a combination of Green Rectangle blazing work and ‘trail enhancements’ that’s needed where the trail follows the southern edge of the Great Marsh. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails. As we’ll probably want to cut small logs to ‘outline’ sections of the trail that are difficult to follow\, a chainsaw or good handsaw will be useful. Dress for early spring conditions\, and meet us at the Lower Dunk Rock Road entrance at 10AM\, just across from the Raspberry field parking lot. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nHeavy rain will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-9-trail-work-at-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2026-04-11/ LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260212T001734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T125937Z UID:10913-1775898000-1775903400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Timberlands Hike DESCRIPTION:Join GLCT President and Appalachian Mountain Club hike leader Janet Ainsworth on an easy walk in the Town of Guilford’s Timberland Preserve. We will walk up to four miles\, beginning at the trailhead on Rt. 80\, which is opposite the hiker parking lot near Maple Hill Rd. Heavy rain cancels. Suitable for children. No rain date. Text 203.530.7826 with questions. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/timberlands-hike-2026-03-11/ LOCATION:Route 80 (Timberlands)\, 266 Old Toll Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:hikes ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Ainsworth":MAILTO:janetkainsworth@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260228T150032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T150058Z UID:10958-1775673000-1775678400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Presentation - Connecticut Forest Health Challenges in the 21st Century DESCRIPTION:CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) Service Forester David Irvin will be giving a presentation to the GLCT community. The event will feature a one-hour talk followed by 30 minutes of Q&A and discussion. Topics will include an overview of CT forest history\, the state of our forests today\, some of the health issues they face (including threats to various wildlife species)\, and the importance of forest management in addressing these issues. This event is open to Guilford Land Conservation Trust members\, property stewards\, and guests. Please join us to learn more about an important topic that impacts the preservation of Guilford’s precious woodlands. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/presentation-connecticut-forest-health-challenges-in-the-21st-century-2026-04-08/ LOCATION:Guilford Free Library\, 67 Park Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260317T114427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T114427Z UID:10980-1775296800-1775304000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Plankwalk Evaluation at Kampmeyer Laurel Hollow Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:Kampmeyer Property Steward Cathy Duman reports the Kampmeyer Plankwalk is in need of repair. Dating back almost 30 years\, this bridging has been rebuilt several times\, but continues to be a maintenance issue. This work party will take a critical look at the bridge structure and plan for both temporary and long term restoration of the structure. Spring clothing and a decent set of boots is all you’ll need if you plan to join us. Meet us at the Laurel Hollow cul-de-sac entrance @ 10AM\, just off West Lake Avenue. [est 1-1/2 to 2 hours] \nHeavy rain will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/plankwalk-evaluation-at-kampmeyer-laurel-hollow-road-entrance-2026-04-04/ LOCATION:Kampmeyer South\, 84 Laurel Hollow Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260328T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260317T114156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T114156Z UID:10978-1774692000-1774702800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 12 Evaluation at Westwoods Lower Moose Hill Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:Cancelled because of February snow\, this is part of a survey walk planned to critically review all aspects of trail condition and location throughout Westwoods\, to capture other property information (like invasive plant siting’s\, graffiti\, etc.) and unauthorized use of the property. To record this information in the field\, we plan to use the Avenza Map app\, which is available on both the Apple and Android handhelds or tablets paired with Loop 12 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store … just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 12’ and you should find it. If you’d like to add your expertise to our land review\, download the free version of the Avenza app from the Apple or Android store\, load the map\, put on some nice comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket\, and join our walk in the woods. Plan to meet us at the lower Moose Hill Road entrance to Westwoods\, just across from Landon’s Way. Use street parking on Landon’s Way if it’s too crowded. [est. 2 – 3 hours] \nHeavy rain will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-12-evaluation-westwoods-lower-moose-hill-road-entrance-2026-03-28/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260317T113807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T113933Z UID:10975-1774087200-1774098000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance at Reenes Way Cul-de-Sac DESCRIPTION:A continuation of last weekend’s work party where we finish up work on rerouting the White Circle trail around the pond. We’ve gotten the trail cleared\, and now we need to haul a bridge to the small stream crossing and use local materials to set the ends off the ground. Once completed\, we then need to blaze the trail\, move the entry post to the new entrance\, then decommission the by-passed section of trail. We’ll need at least one chainsaw. Rob will have a shovel and pick-axe\, as well as the blaze materials and nails. For hauling work\, gloves and boots are all that’s needed. If you’d like to help\, plan to meet at the Reene’s Way cut-de-sac at 10AM. [est 2 to 3 hours] \nHeavy rain will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/dudley-barrows-woods-trail-maintenance-at-reenes-way-cul-de-sac-2026-03-21/ LOCATION:Renee’s Way (Westwoods)\, 132 Renees Way\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260316T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260316T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260315T131315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T131411Z UID:10973-1773689400-1773694800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:March 2026 Westwoods Trails Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, March 16\, 2026 at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Leete Room at 7:30 pm. We will have a Zoom set up so those who want to attend virtually can do so. The link to join is below. \nIf you have any problems connecting\, Paul can be reached at 203.687.7756. \nThe URL is: https://yale.zoom.us/j/96823783599 URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/march-2026-westwoods-trails-committee-meeting-2026-03-16/ LOCATION:Nathanael B Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260224T124131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T124131Z UID:10954-1773482400-1773493200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance at Renee's Way DESCRIPTION:This work party is a follow-up for work we didn’t get done at the end of January. We have to finish blazing the Red Circle and Three Monks (Yellow) trails\, find and overpaint some graffiti\, and if time permits put in a new trail around the southern edge of the pond. Putting in the new trail will needs some light hand tools like loppers\, clippers\, hand rake and at least one chainsaw. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails as well as the paint for oversraying the graffiti. If you’d like to help blaze\, you should bring along a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes. For trail work\, protective clothes and boots is all that’s needed. If you’d like to help\, plan to meet at the Reene’s Way cut-de-sac at 10AM. [est 2 to 3 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/dudley-barrows-woods-trail-maintenance-at-renees-way-2026-03-14/ LOCATION:Renee’s Way (Westwoods)\, 132 Renees Way\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260224T123841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T123841Z UID:10952-1772877600-1772884800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 10 Trail Work - Westwoods at Upper Moose Hill Road DESCRIPTION:Back in December\, we missed both a White Circle trail relocation as well as the removal of some graffiti near ‘Heaven’s Staircase’. The relocation needs some light hand tools like loppers\, clippers and at least one chainsaw. A hand rake will also be useful to better define the new trail. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails as well as the paint for overspraying the graffiti. If you’d like to help\, dress optimistically for early spring weather and with good waterproof boots. We’ll meet at the Upper Moose Hill entrance to Westwoods at 10AM. Parking is limited\, so if you can’t find parking at the trail head\, head down on Lower Road and walk up the road or through the connecting trail. [est 1-1/2 – 2 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-10-trail-work-westwoods-at-upper-moose-hill-road-2026-03-07/ LOCATION:Upper Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 1125 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260212T001457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T124738Z UID:10910-1772559000-1772562600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:** CANCELLED ** Full Worm Moon Hike DESCRIPTION:** CANCELLED ** \nJoin GLCT Directors Bernadette Bober and Jodie Lang for a short 1-hour hike to see the full moon. Meet at the East River Preserve at Sullivan Drive. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. Rain\, icy conditions\, or heavy clouds cancel this hike. No dogs please. Contact: 203.508.2064. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/full-worm-moon-hike-2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Sullivan Drive (East River Woodlands)\, 886G+V6\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260224T123620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T123620Z UID:10950-1772272800-1772280000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:A Walk In A Winter Wonderland - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road DESCRIPTION:With Monday’s snowfall we know the trails won’t be clear to allow trail work. So instead we’ll be leading a ‘snowshoe’ hike around some of the flatter trails in Westwoods. We’ll be heading down the Blue Rectangle trail which follows the colonial Dunk Rock Road\, and returning along the Green Rectangle\, which was known as Marsh Road. Are snowshoes necessary? Probably not\, but we expect some people will have them. But good boots and warm clothes are a must. If you’d like to join this outing\, meet us at the Lower Dunk Rock Road entrance at 10AM. [est 1-1/2 – 2 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/a-walk-in-a-winter-wonderland-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-2026-02-28/ LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260222T220332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T220332Z UID:10947-1771875000-1771880400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:** ZOOM ONLY ** Westwoods Trails Committee February 2026 Meeting DESCRIPTION:Zoom only meeting this month. \nThis month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, February 23\, 2026 at 7:30pm via Zoom due to the adverse weather conditions forecast for tonight and tomorrow. The link to join is below. The agenda for this meeting and the January meeting minutes are attached. \nIf you have any problems connecting\, Paul can be reached at 203.687.7756. \nhttps://yale.zoom.us/j/96823783599 URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/zoom-only-westwoods-trails-committee-february-2026-meeting/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260128T223712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T225104Z UID:10884-1771668000-1771678800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:** CANCELLED ** Loop 12 Evaluation - Westwoods Lower Moose Hill Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:** CANCELLED ** \nPart of a survey walk planned to critically review all aspects of trail condition and location throughout Westwoods\, to capture other property information (like invasive plant sitings\, graffiti\, etc.) and unauthorized use of the property. To record this information in the field\, we plan to use the Avenza Map app\, which is available on both the Apple and Android handhelds or tablets paired with Loop 12 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store\, just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 12’ and you should find it. If you’d like to add your expertise to our land review\, download the free version of the Avenza app from the Apple or Android store\, load the map\, put on some nice comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket\, and join our walk in the woods. Plan to meet us at the lower Moose Hill Road entrance to Westwoods\, just across from Landon’s Way. Use street parking on Landon’s Way if it’s too crowded. [est. 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-12-evaluation-westwoods-lower-moose-hill-road-entrance-2026-02-21/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260214T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260128T223515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T141813Z UID:10882-1771063200-1771074000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:** CANCELLED ** Loop 9 Trail Work - Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:** This work party has been cancelled due to snow ** \nA repeat of the workparty scheduled for the end of December\, but cancelled because of snow. Hopefully\, a ‘February thaw’ will open up the trails and allow us to finish our work on Loop 9. This is a combination of Green Rectangle blazing work and ‘trail enhancements’ that’s needed where the trail follows the southern edge of the Great Marsh. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails. As we’ll probably want to cut small logs to ‘outline’ sections of the trail that are difficult to follow\, a chainsaw or good handsaw will be useful. Dress for winter conditions\, and meet us at the Lower Dunk Rock Road entrance at 10AM\, just across from the Raspberry field parking lot. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-9-trail-work-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2026-02-14/ LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260128T223237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T223237Z UID:10880-1770458400-1770465600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Plankwalk Evaluation - Kampmeyer Laurel Hollow Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:Kampmeyer Property Steward Cathy Duman reports the Kampmeyer Plankwalk is in need of repair. Dating back almost 30 years\, this bridging has been rebuilt several times\, but continues to be a maintenane issue. This work party will take a critical look at the bridge structure and look at alternative routes for the access trail. Like the work party on the 31st\, warm clothing and a decent set of boots is all you’ll need if you plan to join us. Meet us at the Laurel Hollow cul-de-sac entrance @ 10AM\, just off West Lake Avenue. [est 1-1/2 to 2 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/plankwalk-evaluation-kampmeyer-laurel-hollow-road-entrance-2026-02-07/ LOCATION:Kampmeyer South\, 84 Laurel Hollow Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260201T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20250908T025359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T010855Z UID:10615-1769940000-1769945400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:** CANCELLED ** Westwoods West DESCRIPTION:** Westwoods West Hike Cancelled: Due to the recent heavy snow creating challenging trail conditions\, the GLCT’s Westwoods West hike scheduled for Sunday\, February 01 at 10 AM has been cancelled. We appreciate your understanding. ** \nJoin GLCT Director David Grigsby and Secretary Sarah Williams for a 1.5-hour exploration of Westwoods\, including GLCT’s new acquisition off of Moose Hill Rd. The Purple Trail meanders through this special property\, where we will see hemlocks\, small waterfalls\, and caves. We will circle back using the Green and Yellow Trails. Expect roots\, rocks\, mud\, and a few steep climbs on this hike. Meet at the southern Moose Hill Road entrance (across from Landon’s Way). Heavy rain cancels. Contact: 203.915.0663 \nPlease arrive 10 minutes ahead of the start time. Leashed dogs are permitted unless otherwise stated above. Heavy rain cancels\, and there is no rain date. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/westwoods-west-2025-02-01/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260131T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20260128T222807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T222807Z UID:10878-1769853600-1769860800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Eastwoods Trail Evaluation - East Bearhouse Hill Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:Eastwoods-South property steward Ryan McEvoy reports a need for blazing of both the yellow and green Eastwoods trails. As winter conditions preclude most other trail work\, this work party will be a walk through all the GLCT trails south of East Bearhouse Hill Road. We’ll look at blazing and note any other trail issues we see that aren’t hidden by the snow. Beyond warm clothing and a decent set of boots\, not much else is needed for this walk in the woods. Meet at 10AM at the East Bearhouse Hill Road entrance to Eastwoods. [est 1-1/2 to 2 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/eastwoods-trail-evaluation-east-bearhouse-hill-road-entrance-2026-01-31/ LOCATION:East Bearhouse Hill (East River Woodlands)\, 80 East Bearhouse Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T164008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T164008Z UID:10864-1769248800-1769259600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance at Reenes Way Cul-De-Sac DESCRIPTION:Lots of blazing to do today … we need to cover the red circle\, which runs ‘from farm to farm’ and also catch the red/white connecting trail\, which doesn’t look like it’s ever been blazed. We’ll also take a critical look at a re-routing path for the white circle trail that could take it around the southern edge of the pond and not only avoid the steep slope at Reene’s Way\, but also the sunny and overgrown northern route it currently takes. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails. If you’d like to help blaze\, you should bring along a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes. For trail routing\, good winter cloths and boots is all that’s needed. If you’d like to help\, plan to meet at the Reene’s Way cut-de-sac at 10AM. [est 2 to 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/dudley-barrows-woods-trail-maintenance-at-reenes-way-cul-de-sac-2026-01-24/ LOCATION:Renee’s Way (Westwoods)\, 132 Renees Way\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T103000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20250908T025135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224425Z UID:10613-1769243400-1769250600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Winter in Broomstick Ledges DESCRIPTION:GLCT Director Sam Mandel will lead a hike in the Broomstick Ledges area of Northwoods. This is a fairly short hike (3.5 miles)\, but a steep section and lots of walking on\, between\, and over rocks make it somewhat technical\, especially if there is snow or ice. This is a magical area\, particularly in winter. Meet at the Bluff Head parking lot on Route 77. Precipitation may cancel. If unsure\, text: 347.969.4178. \nPlease arrive 10 minutes ahead of the start time. Leashed dogs are permitted unless otherwise stated above. Heavy rain cancels\, and there is no rain date. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/winter-in-broomstick-ledges-2026-01-26/ LOCATION:Bluff Head\, 4508 Durham Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260117T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T163802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T163802Z UID:10862-1768644000-1768654800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 11 Trail Work - Westwoods at Lower Moose Hill Road DESCRIPTION:We expect our inspection of Loop 11 last week will turn up a laundry list of trail issues\, such as raising bridges or re-routing sections of trail. So we’ve set this day aside for beginning that work\, and ask you to contact Paul if you’d like to hear what really needs doing. Alternatively\, you could just show up with your favorite loppers\, maddock or pry-bars and be surprised. Paul will have one chainsaw\, and arrange for some heavier tools to be available. He’ll also bring the blaze materials and nails. Dress for cold and blustery conditions\, and meet us at the lower Moose Hill Road entrance to Westwoods\, just across from Landon’s Way. [est. 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-11-trail-work-westwoods-at-lower-moose-hill-road-2026-01-17/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T163427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T233823Z UID:10858-1768039200-1768050000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 10 Trail Work - Westwoods at Lower Moose Hill Road DESCRIPTION:We inspected of Loop 10 on the 20th and turned up a laundry list of trail issues\, such as improving drainage and re-routing sections of trail. We expect to be using some of the dock materials salvaged last year so extra help will be appreciated both loading materials at Spencer’s Creek and hauling them down the Blue Rectangle trail. Contact Paul to coordinate\, or you can just show up with loppers\, maddock or a pry-bars and pitch in. Paul will have one ‘just in case’ chainsaw\, as well as heavier tools\, as well as the blaze materials and nails. Rob will use the trusty blue van for material transport and bring the one-wheel cart for another try. Dress for cold and blustery conditions\, and meet us at the lower Moose Hill Road entrance at 10AM. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-10-trail-work-westwoods-lower-moose-hill-road-2026-01-10/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T163610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T234138Z UID:10860-1767434400-1767445200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 11 Evaluation - Westwoods at Lower Moose Hill Road DESCRIPTION:Preview all aspects of trail condition and location throughout Westwoods\, to capture other property information (like invasive plant sitings\, graffiti\, etc.) and unauthorized use of the property. To record this information in the field\, we plan to use the Avenza Map app\, which is available on both the Apple and Android handhelds or tablets paired with Loop 11 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store … just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 11’ and you should find it. If you’d like to add your expertise to our land review\, download the free version of the Avenza app from the Apple or Android store\, load the map\, put on some nice comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket\, and join our walk in the woods. Plan to meet us at the lower Moose Hill Road entrance to Westwoods\, just across from Landon’s Way. Use street parking on Landon’s Way if it’s too crowded. [est. 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-11-evaluation-westwoods-at-lower-moose-hill-road-2026-01-03/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T163218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T135749Z UID:10856-1766829600-1766840400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:CANCELED - Loop 9 Trail Work - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road DESCRIPTION:** CANCELED DUE TO SNOW ** \nBack a month ago\, we got most of the ‘Loop 9’ trail work completed. But we ran out of time and missed the Green Rectangle blazing work and ‘trail enhancements’ that’s needed where the trail follows the southern edge of the Great Marsh. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails. As we’ll probably want to cut small logs to ‘outline’ sections of the trail that are difficult to follow\, a chainsaw or good handsaw will be useful. Dress for winter conditions\, and meet us at the Lower Dunk Rock Road entrance at 10AM\, just across from the Raspberry field parking lot. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-9-trail-work-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-2025-12-27/ LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251216T163026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T163026Z UID:10854-1766224800-1766235600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 10 Evaluation - Westwoods at Peddlers Road DESCRIPTION:Part of a survey walk planned to critically review all aspects of trail condition and location throughout Westwoods\, to capture other property information (like invasive plant sitings\, graffiti\, etc.) and unauthorized use of the property. To record this information in the field\, we plan to use the Avenza Map app\, which is available on both the Apple and Android handhelds or tablets paired with Loop 10 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store. Just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 10’ and you should find it. If you’d like to add your expertise to our land review\, download the free version of the Avenza app from the Apple or Android store\, load the map\, put on some nice comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket\, and join our walk in the woods. Plan to meet us at the Peddler’s Road entrance at 10AM. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-10-evaluation-westwoods-peddlers-road-2025-12-20/ LOCATION:Peddlers Road (Westwoods)\, 620 Peddlers Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251213T023352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224511Z UID:10831-1765827000-1765832400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee December 2025 Meeting DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, December 15\, 2025 at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the TBD Room at 7:30 pm. Check the board at the entrance for room assignment. We will have a Zoom set up so those who want to attend virtually can do so. The link to join is below. The agenda for this meeting and the November meeting minutes are attached. \nIf you have any problems connecting\, Paul can be reached at 203.687.7756 \nThe URL is: https://yale.zoom.us/j/96823783599 URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/westwoods-trails-committee-december-2025-meeting/ LOCATION:Nathanael B Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251118T035326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224520Z UID:10815-1765620000-1765630800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Neck River North Trail Maintenance at Nortontown Road DESCRIPTION:GHS Senior Andrew Plancon’s Senior Project is to improve Neck River North trail so they’re easier to navigate and we’re scheduling this work party to help in that task. We’ll know more about the task list as we get closer to this weekend\, but assume you should bring along the loppers\, clippers and hand tools we normally use for trail work. If you’d like to help\, dress for winter weather\, and plan to meet us at the Neck River North trail entrance\, just north of house number 725 and south of the intersection with Squaw Lane. [est 2 to 2-1/2 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/neck-river-north-trail-maintenance-nortontown-road-2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Neck River North\, 755 Nortontown Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251118T034930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224526Z UID:10813-1765015200-1765026000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance at Reenes Way DESCRIPTION:We have a number of trail issues to deal with today. The White Trail on the eastern side of Reene’s Way is reported to need blazing (we didn’t get around to this last month)\, and the Bog bridges on White heading toward Barrows farm need to be reset … and decide if a third bridge is needed. And we need to take a critical look at the pitch of the trail leading up to Reene’s Way and decide if some terracing is needed to improve footing and reduce erosion problems. Paul will bring the blaze materials and nails. But we’ll need to move bridges\, so a maddock and pry-bars\, and some length of rope are needed. And we’ll likely need to make sleepers for bridge support\, so a chainsaw will be useful. You get the picture. If you’d like to help\, plan to meet at the Reene’s Way cut-de-sac at 10AM. [est 2 to 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/dudley-barrows-woods-trail-maintenance-2025-12-06/ LOCATION:Renee’s Way (Westwoods)\, 132 Renees Way\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251129T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251118T034617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224533Z UID:10811-1764410400-1764421200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 8 Trail Work at Peddlers Road DESCRIPTION:We expect our inspection of Loop 9 on the 22nd will turn up a laundry list of trail issues\, such as raising bridges or re-routing sections of trail. So we’ve set this day aside for beginning that work\, and ask you to contact Paul if you’d like to hear what really needs doing. Alternatively\, you could just show up with your favorite loppers\, maddock or pry-bars and be surprised. Paul will have one chainsaw\, and arrange for some heavier tools to be available. He’ll also bring the blaze materials and nails. Dress for late autumn conditions\, and meet us at the Peddler’s Road entrance at 10AM. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-8-trail-work-at-peddlers-road-2025-11-29/ LOCATION:Peddlers Road (Westwoods)\, 620 Peddlers Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T023715 CREATED:20251118T034414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224539Z UID:10809-1763805600-1763816400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 9 Evaluation at Peddlers Road DESCRIPTION:Part of a survey walk planned to critically review all aspects of trail condition and location throughout Westwoods\, to capture other property information (like invasive plant sitings\, graffiti\, etc.) and unauthorized use of the property. To record this information in the field\, we plan to use the Avenza Map app\, which is available on both the Apple and Android handhelds or tablets paired with Loop 9 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store … just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 9’ and you should find it. If you’d like to add your expertise to our land review\, download the free version of the Avenza app from the Apple or Android store\, load the map\, put on some nice comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket\, and join our walk in the woods. Plan to meet us at the Peddler’s Road entrance at 10AM. [est 2 – 3 hours] \nRain or significant snow will usually cancel any of these work parties\, so if you have questions about the schedule\, please feel free to contact me stewardship@guilfordlandtrust.org or Paul Proulx pauljproulx@comcast.net on the morning of each event. We’ll also announce cancellations or schedule changes by email\, so it’s a good idea to check your mail before you leave the house. Paul also carries his cell phone (203-687-7756) on these events\, so if you’re late and want people to wait\, give him a call. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-9-evaluation-at-peddlers-road-2025-11-22/ LOCATION:Peddlers Road (Westwoods)\, 620 Peddlers Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States CATEGORIES:workparty ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR