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SUMMARY:Trail Clearing and Blazing - Westwoods  at Dunk Rock Road
DESCRIPTION:Any clearing work we didn’t complete on the 30th will be completed first\, then we’ll go through and install the Red Rectangle blazes.   Paul will have a chainsaw if it’s needed\, but hand tools such as loppers of a hand saw will be useful\, as will a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes.  Dress for the conditions\, whatever they may be. Plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field @ 10AM.   [est 1-1/2  – 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 Rob Valley 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/trail-clearing-and-blazing-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-2024-01-20/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231222T110401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T110401Z
UID:10024-1705140000-1705150800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Installing Plastic Cross-Trail Blazes - Westwoods Sam Hill Road
DESCRIPTION:Our assembly line crew fabricated all the WW cross-trail blazes at last weekend’s work party\, and today we’ll be installing them on their trails.  We’ll be starting on the southern end of the trails and working north.  Paul has all the plastic blazes and aluminum nails.  If you’d like to be part of this event bring along your favorite hammer\, and a set of warm gloves.  Meet at 10AM at the intersection of Sam Hill and Leete’s Island Roads.  If the parking area is full\, you can park all along Sam Hill Road.    [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 Rob Valley 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/installing-plastic-cross-trail-blazes-westwoods-sam-hill-road-2024-01-13/
LOCATION:Sam Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 7893+RP\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231222T110138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T110138Z
UID:10022-1704531600-1704542400@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Making Plastic Cross-Trail Blazes
DESCRIPTION:We can’t find a commercial source for special cross-trail blazes\, so today we’ll be getting together to fabricate those needed in Westwoods.  We’ll have all the materials we need\, as well as a paper cutter and glue to generate the needed multicolored cross-trail blazes.  We’ve not yet figured out the best place to do the work\, so if you’re interested in joining us\, please give Paul a call < 203.687.7756> a few days before the 6th and he’ll give you directions.  [est 2 to 3 hours depending on how many people show up] \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 Rob Valley 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/making-plastic-cross-trail-blazes-2024-01-06/
LOCATION:CT
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231220T174533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T175135Z
UID:10009-1704106800-1704110400@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Day Westwoods Hike
DESCRIPTION:The hike through hardwood forest on Guilford’s western shore includes a view of a rock split by a tree\, glacial boulders and the Lost Lake Overlook. This hike is family friendly\, so children are welcome. If you are not the parent of a child you plan to bring\, please contact the leader regarding requirements. We will meet at 11 for a hike expected to take approximately one hour.  Registration required. Contact leader to register and for meeting place details. \nSteady rain or dangerous driving conditions will cancel.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/new-years-day-westwoods-hike-2024-01-01/
LOCATION:Sam Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 7893+RP\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Ainsworth":MAILTO:janetkainsworth@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231230T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231230T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231222T105851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T105851Z
UID:10020-1703930400-1703941200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Flagging - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road
DESCRIPTION:The Red Rectangle Trail just south of the Eversource right-of-way has an extremely steep section of trail just after the wetland crossing\, which we’d like to improve\, and plan to bushwhack north and south of the current trail location in the expectation of identifying a more gradual route for this challenging trail.  Given we find a good alternate path\, we plan to flag it completely\, and possibly begin the process of re-routing the trail.  Good footwear and a decent sense of direction is all you need to bring.  We’ll bring the survey tape.  If you’d like to explore with us\, plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.   [est 2  – 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 Rob Valley 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/trail-flagging-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-2023-12-30/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231222T105036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T105708Z
UID:10015-1703325600-1703332800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing - Westwoods at Greenwood Lane
DESCRIPTION:The new blaze materials have arrived\, and on the ‘eve of Christmas eve’ work party we expect to change over this cross trail to the new White Rectangle designation\, and post ‘Trail Closed\, signs on the section of cross trail we’re now abandoning.  If time and interest permit\, we’ll get a jump on next weekend’s work party exploring the re-routing of the Red Rectangle Trail. If you’d like to help\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended.  Plan to meet at the Greenwood Lane cul-de-sac at 10AM.   [est 1-1/2  – 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 Rob Valley 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/trail-blazing-westwoods-at-greenwood-lane-2023-12-23/
LOCATION:Greenwood Lane (Westwoods)\, 10 Greenwood Lane\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231218T113852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T113852Z
UID:10007-1702927800-1702933200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee December 2023 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be December 18th at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Alexander Lounge.  We will have a Zoom set up so those who want to attend virtually can do so.  The Zoom connection will be hosted by John Goldin.  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/westwoods-trails-committee-december-2023-meeting-2023-12-18/
LOCATION:Nathanael B Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231216T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231121T145929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T145929Z
UID:10001-1702720800-1702729800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Brushing and Moving Cedar Logs at Spencers Creek
DESCRIPTION:A work party in November cut down a number of red cedars on the Sunset Creek meadow.  The branches were all trimmed from the trunks\, but many branches and all the trunks need to be removed from the field.  This morning we’ll be hauling branches to a chipping pile near the street\, and transporting all the trunks over to our wood storage area at the Spencer’s Creek gate.  Good gloves and work boots are all that you’ll need to bring.  If you’d like to help\, please meet at the Sunset Creek Road cut-de-sac (the road is directly across from the Cox School entrance on Three Mile Course).  There’s plenty of parking at the cut-de-sac\, and more along the road.  [est 2 – 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/brushing-and-moving-cedar-logs-at-spencers-creek-2023-12-16/
LOCATION:Spencer Creek\, 220 3 Mile Course\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231121T145721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T145721Z
UID:9999-1702116000-1702123200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing at Westwoods Greenwood Lane
DESCRIPTION:With the expectation of new blaze materials having arrived\, we’re planning on changing the blaze colors of the cross-trail north of the Greenwood Lane entrance\, as well as blaze color to the road.  If you’d like to help\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended. Plan to meet at the Greenwood Lane cul-de-sac@ 10AM.   [est 1-1/2  – 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/trail-blazing-at-westwoods-greenwood-lane-2023-12-09/
LOCATION:Greenwood Lane (Westwoods)\, 10 Greenwood Lane\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231121T145540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T145540Z
UID:9997-1701522000-1701531000@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Flagging - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road
DESCRIPTION:This work party is delayed until the afternoon so people can first attend the Forest Ecology Tour\, which starts at 9AM (See below).  But once done\, we’ll be heading over to the Red Rectangle Trail just south of the Eversource right-of-way to explore alternative routes to the extremely steep section of trail just after the wetland crossing.  We plan to bushwhack north and south of the current trail location in the expectation of identifying a more gradual route for this challenging trail.  Good footwear and a decent sense of direction is all you need to bring.  We’ll bring the survey tape.  If you’d like to explore with us\, plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.  [est 2  – 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/trail-flagging-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-2023-12-02/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T141550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T141550Z
UID:9947-1701507600-1701514800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Forest Ecology Tour
DESCRIPTION:Please join GLCT president Spencer Meyer and CT DEEP state forester Alex Amendola for a late-season tour of some of the less common ecological features in Westwoods. We’ll look at pitch pine\, scrub oak\, and other imperiled/rare plant communities\, as well as winter plant and tree identification and other ecology. Expect 3-4 miles of hiking\, and perhaps a little off-trail hiking\, depending on the curiosity level of the group. Meet at the Dunk Rock Road trailhead. \nPlease meet 10 minutes ahead of the hike start time.  Leashed dogs may attend hikes unless otherwise stated in the descriptions above.  Heavy rain cancels.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/forest-ecology-tour-12-02-2023/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231017T125916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T130055Z
UID:9974-1700301600-1700308800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing at Spencers Creek
DESCRIPTION:A new cross trail and re-routing of two sections of the Red Rectangle Trail are on the work list today.  Our property steward Gina Keifer will have flagged the new locations in advance\, so all we’ll need to do is post blazing and trim a few branches\, as necessary.  If time and energy permit\, we may remove the decaying bench in preparation for a stone replacement.  If you’d like to help blaze\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended.  Please meet at property on Three Mile Course\, just slightly south of the Medad Stone tavern.  If there’s not enough room to pull off the road\, you can park up the road at the Cox School.  [est 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/trail-blazing-at-spencers-creek-2023-11-18/
LOCATION:Spencer Creek\, 220 3 Mile Course\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T141112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T141340Z
UID:9943-1700161200-1700166600@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Three Ways to Fight Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathy Connolly as she shares ways to reclaim backyards\, neighborhoods\, and parks from the harmful effects of nonnative invasive plants. This talk emphasizes prevention\, identification\, and low-impact removal techniques. We also discuss the role of municipalities in invasive plant prevention and management. An extensive handout is included. The talk will be held at the Guilford Free Library\, please register on their event’s page.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/three-ways-to-fight-invasive-plants-11-16-2023/
LOCATION:Guilford Free Library\, 67 Park Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231017T125731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T125749Z
UID:9972-1699696800-1699704000@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing at Dunk Rock Road\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be finishing up any part of the Red Rectangle and Square Trails we didn’t complete last week and moving on to finish the Green Circle Trail.   If you’d like to help blaze\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended. Plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.  [est 1-1/2  – 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/trail-blazing-at-dunk-rock-road-part-two-2023-11-11/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231017T125516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T125516Z
UID:9969-1699092000-1699099200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing at Dunk Rock Road
DESCRIPTION:We were washed out of both of our September work parties\, so this and next week’s work is a replay of trying to finish up the Red Rectangle and Square Trails.  If you’d like to help blaze\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended. Plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.  [est 1-1/2  – 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/trail-blazing-at-dunk-rock-road-2023-11-04/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231017T125255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T125312Z
UID:9966-1698487200-1698498000@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Kiosk Move and Cleanup at Spencer's Creek
DESCRIPTION:As part of our effort to make the Spencer’s Creek Trails more accessible\, we’re changing the trail entrance to just north of the field.  The tree canopy in this area will help keep the entrance clear\, and not overgrown with poison ivy.  As part of this shift\, we’re moving the kiosk to this area\, and making the new location more presentable to our hikers.  We have much work to do today\, and hope that many come out to help.  We’ll need to have people working our post-hole digger\, people cleaning out a large pile of branches and old wood scraps\, and others figuring out how to lift the existing kiosk out of the ground.  So please bring along garden rakes and shovels\, and perhaps a pry-bar or two.   And of course\, a good set of work gloves and heavy boots.  If you’d like to help us\, please meet at the property on Three Mile Course\, just slightly south of the Medad Stone tavern.  If there’s not enough room to pull off the road\, you can park up the road at the Cox School.  [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/kiosk-move-and-cleanup-at-spencers-creek-2023-10-28/
LOCATION:Spencer Creek\, 220 3 Mile Course\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231017T125021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T125034Z
UID:9964-1697979600-1697986800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Tree Work at Cindy Lane
DESCRIPTION:Nut Plains property steward Doug Clark has reported three trees that need to be removed from the trails.  One is reported to be a beech\, so we’re curious if this is the beginning of a huge collection of this tree species succumbing to Beech Leaf disease.  Please join us if you have the afternoon free.  We’ll have a saw and protective gear\, but bring along a pair of heavy gloves and any hand tools you feel comfortable using.  Please meet us at the Cindy Lane entrance to Nut Plains Preserve\, just across from the pond.  [est 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/tree-work-at-cindy-lane-2023-10-22/
LOCATION:Cindy Lane (Nut Plains Woods)\, 88CF+8X\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231022T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T140810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T154308Z
UID:9941-1697965200-1697970600@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Family Hike at Jared Eliot Preserve
DESCRIPTION:** Postponed: New date 10/22 @ 9 AM ** \nJoin GLCT Director John DellaVentura (203-871-9896) and GLCT board member Bernadette Bober for an adventurous all-ages hike through the Jared Eliot Preserve. This hike is relatively flat but not suitable for strollers. Turn onto Mulberry Point Rd.\, off 146\, and make the first left onto Mulberry Farms Rd.  Parking along the right side of the road. \nPlease meet 10 minutes ahead of the hike start time.  Leashed dogs may attend hikes unless otherwise stated in the descriptions above.  Heavy rain cancels.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/family-hike-at-jared-eliot-10-21-2023/
LOCATION:Jared Eliot Preserve (Mulberry Farms Rd)\, 78C8+C6\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230511T205011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T205045Z
UID:9891-1697932800-1698019199@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Bimbler's Bluff 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Bimblers Bluff 50k will take place on October 22nd 2023. Online registration will open on May 1\, 2023 and remain open until an entry limit of 150 has been reached\, after which a waitlist may be offered. \nThe Bimblers Bluff 50k is an off road foot race that starts at Guilford Lakes School\, 40 Maupas Rd\, Guilford and passes through several inter-connected woodland preserves in southern Connecticut. \nFor more info\, visit the Bimbler’s Bluff official website.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/bimblers-bluff-2023/
LOCATION:Guilford Lakes School\, 40 Maupas Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20231014T123744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T123744Z
UID:9961-1697484600-1697490000@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee October 2023 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be October 16th at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Alexander Lounge.  We will have a Zoom set up so those who want to attend virtually can do so.  The Zoom connection will be hosted by John Goldin.  The link to join is below.  The agenda for this meeting and September 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-october-2023-meeting-2023-10-16/
LOCATION:Nathanael B Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231008T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T140537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T144645Z
UID:9939-1696762800-1696768200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED - Kampmeyer Preserve Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:** CANCELED – WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED **
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/kampmeyer-preserve-guided-hike-10-08-2023/
LOCATION:Kampmeyer South\, 84 Laurel Hollow Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T140320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T140330Z
UID:9937-1696671000-1696676400@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at the Paul Trail
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a bird walk on the Paul Trail led by Joe Attwater\, CT Audubon Society’s Conservation and Education Coordinator.  Joe will help participants learn how to identify birds in the field using shape\, size\, and color.  The Paul Trail is an easy walk of about 1.5 miles and has rock outcrops\, overlooking Guilford’s 150-acre Great Harbor Marsh with views of Long Island Sound in the distance.  The entrance is on Old Sachem’s Head Rd.\, across from the Nursery school.  Park up on the curb\, alongside the road.  No dogs\, please. \nPlease meet 10 minutes ahead of the hike start time.  Heavy rain cancels.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/bird-walk-at-the-paul-trail-10-07-2023/
LOCATION:Community Nursery School\, 262 Sachem Head Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T140005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T231803Z
UID:9934-1696435200-1696438800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Audubon Bird Program at Guilford Free Library
DESCRIPTION:Fall migration brings numerous species back to and passing through Connecticut\, in addition to our year-round residents. With so many birds flying about\, it can be difficult to determine which species you are looking at\, especially in non-breeding and juvenile plumages. But with the right tips\, it gets much easier. In this presentation\, CT Audubon Society’s Conservation and Education Coordinator\, Joe Attwater will discuss tips on identifying species coming through this time of year. This talk will be held at the Guilford Library. Please register on the library events page.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/audubon-bird-program-10-04-2023/
LOCATION:Guilford Free Library\, 67 Park Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230919T133228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T133228Z
UID:9953-1696068000-1696075200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Blazing Green Circle Trail - Westwoods
DESCRIPTION:We hope to finish up the Green Circle Trail today.   See the 23rd of September for details of what to bring along.  Plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.  [est 1-1/2  – 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/blazing-green-circle-trail-westwoods-09-30-2023/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230913T135730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T135746Z
UID:9932-1695553200-1695558600@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Westwoods Guided Hike - Sam Hill Road
DESCRIPTION:GLCT board member Claudia Bartlett and AMC-trained GLCT board member Janet Ainsworth will lead this moderate hike from the Sam Hill Road entrance #3.  Hikers will walk to and from the scenic Lost Lake Overlook via the white and orange circle trails. \nPlease meet 10 minutes ahead of the hike start time.  Leashed dogs may attend hikes unless otherwise stated in the descriptions above.  Heavy rain cancels.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/westwoods-guided-hike-sam-hill-road-09-24-2023/
LOCATION:Sam Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 7893+RP\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230919T132926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T133046Z
UID:9949-1695463200-1695470400@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Red Rectangle and Square Trail Blazing - Westwoods
DESCRIPTION:We’re scraping the bottom of the barrel for blaze stock as we’re finishing up Westwoods blazing efforts\, but we should have enough left to complete the Red Rectangle and Square Trails.  If you’d like to help blaze\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended.  Plan to meet at the Red Barn at the Three Mile Course entrance to Cox School @ 10AM.  [est 1-1/2  – 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/red-rectangle-and-square-trail-blazing-westwoods-09-23-2023/
LOCATION:A.W. Cox School\, 143 3 Mile Course\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230305T161724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T161724Z
UID:9810-1686499200-1686504600@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting at Bishop's Red Barn Featuring Patrick J. Lynch
DESCRIPTION:Join GLCT for our annual meeting featuring Patrick J. Lynch who will discuss\, “What Does Sea Level Rise Look Like on a Familiar Shoreline?” Known for his field guides\, Lynch has won over 35 national and international awards for his medical illustration\, publications\, and software design. Lynch will hold an illustrated talk followed by a guided field walk at Chaffinch Island Park.
URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/annual-meeting-bishops-red-barn-featuring-patrick-j-lynch-2023-06-11/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230519T015455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T015455Z
UID:9903-1685786400-1685797200@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing - Westwoods Paul Trail
DESCRIPTION:This often forgotten trail is south of the railroad and entirely on the Great Harbor (State owned) Great Harbor Wildlife Management Area.  With great vistas of the vast salt meadows and short boardwalk to a small island\, it is seldom visited.  We’ll be reblazing today\, see the 20th of May for details of what to bring along.  Please join us at the Paul Trail entrance just across from the Nursery School parking lot at 262 Sachems Head Rd (about 1/2 mile south of the Sam Hill entrance to Westwoods). Please park carefully on the side of the road.  [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/trail-blazing-westwoods-paul-trail-2023-06-03/
LOCATION:Community Nursery School\, 262 Sachem Head Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230527T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230519T015249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T015249Z
UID:9901-1685181600-1685188800@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing - Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Nature Trail
DESCRIPTION:We hope to complete the Nature Trail today.   If you’d like to help blaze\, a small tool belt with places for nails\, a hammer and a stockpile of blazes is recommended.  Plan to meet at the Dunk Rock Road entrance\, parking in the lot near the Bishop’s raspberry field.  [est 1-1/2  – 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/trail-blazing-dunk-rock-road-2023-05-27/
LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T051644
CREATED:20230519T015009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T015009Z
UID:9899-1684587600-1684598400@guilfordlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Mill Pasture Preserve Invasive Plant Removal
DESCRIPTION:GLCT director and Property Steward Melissa Robinson continues the effort to remove foreign invasive plants from the Mill Pasture property\, and will be targeting both Knotweed and Asiatic Honeysuckle at this work party. If you’d like to help\, please bring along heavy garden tools\, such as loppers and hand saws\, and please dress with long pants\, heavy boots\, long sleeves and gloves … there’s lots of poison ivy.  We expect to be using herbicide topically (no spraying)\, and will have applicators for people to use.  We’ll be giving instructions on the safe use of herbicides for everyone who needs training.  Please join us if you can.  This property is located on the corner of Rt. 1 and Long Hill Road\, with access and parking on Mill Road with parking also along the side of the road across from the Tile Shop and the VFW.  [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/mill-pasture-preserve-invasive-plant-removal-2023-05-20/
LOCATION:CT
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net
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