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;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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:20260414T182256 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251117T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251117T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251116T223037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T223037Z UID:10759-1763407800-1763413200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee November 2025 Meeting DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, November 17\, 2025 at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Whitfield 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. The agenda for this meeting and the October 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-november-2025-meeting-2025-11-17/ 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:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251021T232520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T232543Z UID:10673-1763200800-1763208000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 8 Trail Walk at Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:We now get to show off our Loop 8 trail work and improvements to the hiking public. Join us today for a nice walk in the woods and a chance to talk to the folks who use the trails. All are welcome. [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/loop-8-trail-walk-at-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-11-15/ 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:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250908T024852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T025602Z UID:10611-1763200800-1763208000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Loop 8 - Dinosaur Rock Guided Hike DESCRIPTION:WWTC Chair Paul Proulx invites you to join him on this 2.5-mile introduction to the ‘Loop Trail’ project: a collection of 2 to 3-mile Westwoods Hikes that cover all 30 miles of trails in 15 Loops. Bring your GPS-equipped smartphone so you can download the Loop 8 map and follow the path we take as you explore these massive rock formations. Meet at the Dunk Rock Road parking lot. Contact: 203.687.7756 \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-loop-8-dinosaur-rock-2025-11-15/ 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:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251108T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251021T232321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T232321Z UID:10671-1762596000-1762606800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 8 Trail Work at Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:We expect our inspection of Loop 8 on the 1st 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 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-8-trail-work-at-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-11-08/ 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:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250908T024657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T025614Z UID:10609-1762452000-1762459200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Full Beaver Moon Hike DESCRIPTION:Join GLCT Directors Jamie Bruce and Jodie Lang for a short 1-hour hike to see the full moon over Lost Lake. Meet at the end of Three Corners Road (off of Sam Hill Rd). Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. Rain or heavy clouds cancel this hike. Contact: 203.747.5356 \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/full-beaver-moon-hike-2025-11-06/ LOCATION:CT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251021T232039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T232059Z UID:10668-1761991200-1762002000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 8 Evaluation at Westwoods Dunk Rock Road Entrance 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 8 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store … just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 8’ 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 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-8-evaluation-at-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-11-01/ 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:20251025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251021T231654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T231824Z UID:10665-1761386400-1761397200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance and Campsite Removal at Reene's Way Cul-de-Sac 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 be very overgrown well past the house at 87 Renee’s Way\, and especially near the road. And we need to deconstruct a camp and tree fort that’s been built on the top of the ridge on the Red Circle Trail. Paul will have the weed-wacker with the ninja blade attachment and we’ll need people with hand clippers to trim back branches too high for the machine. And we’ll need at least one chain saw to deal with small trees and branches that will need to be removed. For the camp\, it’s been reported that the campfire ring has already been removed. But taking down the fort will likely require a crew of at least four people. The skids are lashed with twine about ten feet up\, hanging out over a steep slope – it will be tricky work. A pole saw or pole pruner could reach the lashings\, and chain saw to cut large limbs that were installed and used to climb the tree. We’ll bring the newly built trail cart to help haul out the debris. If you can 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-campsite-removal-2025-10-25/ 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:20251025T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T100000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250908T024511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T024511Z UID:10607-1761379200-1761386400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Trail Run DESCRIPTION:Join GLCT Directors Benadette Bober and Jodie Lang for a 5-mile run through Westwoods. We will follow the Orange Trail north and head back on the White Trail. We will run at a ‘social’ pace. New trail runners are encouraged. We won’t leave anyone behind! Meet at the Sam Hill Road trailhead. Heavy rain cancels. Please text questions to 203.508.2064. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/trail-run-2025-10-25/ LOCATION:Sam Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 7893+RP\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251020T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251020T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20251017T122244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T122244Z UID:10661-1760988600-1760994000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee October 2025 Meeting DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, October 20\, 2025 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. The agenda for this meeting and the 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-2025-meeting-2025-10-20/ 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:20251018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250916T171518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T171826Z UID:10640-1760781600-1760792400@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 7 Trail Work - Westwoods: Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:We expect our inspection of Loop 7 on the 11th 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 autumn 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-7-trail-work-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-10-18/ 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:20251011T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250908T024316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T025652Z UID:10605-1760187600-1760194800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Nature Trail Guided Hike DESCRIPTION:Join Nature Trail Guide contributor Nicole Crane and Westwoods Trail Committee Chair Paul Proulx at the Dunk Rock Road entrance for a 2-mile hike on the Nature Trail. Open to adults and children. Expect lots of history\, natural science observations\, varied terrain with numerous roots\, some mud\, and some ups and downs. Heavy rain cancels. Contact: 646.797.9637 \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/nature-trail-guided-hike-2025-10-11/ 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:20251011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250916T171305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T171927Z UID:10637-1760176800-1760187600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 7 Evaluation - Westwoods: Dunk Rock Road Entrance 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 7 trail map. For the next two months\, this map is available as a free download from the Avenza Store … just search on ‘Westwoods Loop 7’ 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 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-7-evaluation-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-10-11/ 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:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250916T171114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T171914Z UID:10635-1759572000-1759582800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 6 (Nature Trail) Work - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:Our work party on the 31st of May didn’t address all the Loop 6 issues\, so we’re expecting to finish these off today. The four projects that need doing (numbering is from the original list): (11) Wet area – Move trail to west side add drainage into marsh. (12 & 13) Two wet areas – move trail to east. (14) Wet area – Reroute trail around vernal pool. As with the prior work party\, there’s much to do and we ask you come prepared with the tools of your particular trade. For the trail relocations\, we’ll need a couple of chainsaws\, and a lopper or two. Paul will have one saw\, and arrange for some heavier tools to be available. He’ll also bring the blaze materials and nails. Dress for early autumn conditions and plan to 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-6-nature-trail-work-westwoods-at-dunk-rock-road-entrance-2025-10-04/ 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:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250908T024108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T025708Z UID:10603-1759572000-1759579200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Guided Hike DESCRIPTION:Join GLCT President Janet Ainsworth on a 4-mile loop in Westwoods. This classic two-hour hike will begin on the White Circle\, then proceed on the Blue Trail\, and finally return on the Orange Circle Trail. There are a few rock scrambles along the way. Meet at the Sam Hill Road parking lot. \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-guided-hike-2025-10-04/ LOCATION:Sam Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 7893+RP\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Ainsworth":MAILTO:janetkainsworth@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250916T170817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T171900Z UID:10633-1758967200-1758978000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Dudley-Barrows Woods Trail Maintenance DESCRIPTION:The White Trail\, as is passes by the little pond near Reene’s Way\, is infested with a number of the area’s most aggressive foreign invasive plants\, and this work party is being scheduled to try and clean the area that’s reported overgrown over the summer. We’re looking for as large a group as we can assemble to put a significant dent in this troubled area. Paul will have the weed-wacker with the ninja blade attachment and we’ll need people with hand clippers to trim back branches too high for the machine. You should bring good sized hand tools (an old fashioned hedge clipper\, well sharpened\, is ideal)\, good boots and gloves\, and meet at the Dudley Farm parking lot (at the NE corner of Rt. 80 and Rt. 77) at 10AM. Expect both poison Ivy and ticks\, so dress appropriately(!) [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-2025-09-27/ LOCATION:Dudley Barrows\, 2351 Durham Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250916T170221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T170221Z UID:10631-1758360600-1758367800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Guilford Fair Parade 2025 DESCRIPTION:Okay\, so it really isn’t any work. But as a kick-off for the 2025-26 trail season\, the parade is an annual event for The Land Trust and WestWoods Trails Committee to meet and greet the community and remind Guilford citizens that there are people behind the organization. You’re invited to join us this Saturday as we participate in this uniquely Guilford event! The Parade starts at the southwest corner of the green at 10\, so just stroll down Whitfield Street and look for the big banner. Traditionally\, the Land Trust is placed in the middle\, and sometimes staged down a side street. Wear your GLCT or WWTC tee shirt and/or cap\, if you have one and it’s not too disreputable. But if you need a new one\, we’ll have one to give you. [est 2 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/guilford-fair-parade-2025/ LOCATION:CT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250914T185509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T185509Z UID:10626-1757964600-1757970000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Trails Committee September 2025 Meeting DESCRIPTION:This month’s Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday\, September 15 at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Whitfield Room (dining 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. The agenda for this meeting and the May 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-september-2025-meeting/ 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:20250831T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250328T185926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T195328Z UID:10460-1756630800-1756638000@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Botanical Exploration of New Acquisition\, Westwoods West DESCRIPTION:Join Guilford native and renowned botanical author Lauren Brown and CT Agricultural Experiment Station Ecologist Scott Williams for a detailed exploration of unique botanical habitats on this new 33-acre GLCT property. Prepare for dense vegetation\, occasional steep rocky terrain\, and the possibility of ankle-deep wet spots. Meet at the trailhead across from Landon’s Way on Moose Hill Rd. No dogs. Text: 203-804-6134 with questions. \nPlease arrive 10 minutes ahead of start time. Leashed dogs permitted unless otherwise stated above. Heavy rain cancels. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/botanical-exploration-of-new-acquisition-westwoods-west-2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Lower Moose Hill Road (Westwoods)\, 681 Moose Hill Road\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250328T185702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T195401Z UID:10458-1753608600-1753615800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Westwoods Nature Trail DESCRIPTION:Celebrating GLCT’s updated Nature Trail Guide! Originally published in 1985 and revised in 2000\, this guide is available for purchase at Breakwater Books. Get an inside perspective on the renewal of this Guilford staple from contributors Kathleen White\, Paul Prolux\, Adam Scott\, and Nicole Crane. Open to adults and families with children able to walk at least two miles and with patience to search for 40 trail stations. Meet at the Dunk Rock Rd. entrance. Heavy rain cancels. Waterproof footwear. No dogs. Text 646-797-9637 with questions. \nPlease arrive 10 minutes ahead of start time. Leashed dogs permitted unless otherwise stated above. Heavy rain cancels. URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/westwoods-nature-trail-2025-07-27/ LOCATION:CT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250706T182749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T183249Z UID:10551-1752310800-1752328800@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Deck Salvage And Recycling - Clinton Cedar Island Marina DESCRIPTION:The folks at the Cedar Island Marina are replacing an existing deck and the Trails Committee has been offered the salvaged material for use on the trails. With some care and creative cutting\, we expect to get 5 or 6 sections that can be used to cross wet sections of trail\, or perhaps as bridges. Today we’ll be joining the Clinton Marine Association (CMA) members to disassemble the deck into sections and get these transported to our Spencer’s Creek storage area. We’ll need as much help as we can muster to get this done\, so if you have the morning free\, please come and help! If you have: a Sawzall/Skill Saws & extension cord (120V power is available)\, a chain saw\, hammer\, pry bar\, ratchet straps\, impact driver (with bits)\, please bring them\, and be sure to bring work gloves\, sturdy shoes and eye/ear protection. We’ll be meeting at the CMA Building – Cedar Island Marina\, 34 Riverside Drive\, in Clinton. The building is about 1/4 mile inside the main entrance\, past the swimming pool\, on the right side of the road. opens the drop arm. But please contact either Paul Proulx or Kevin Mabon if you’re coming. We’d like to have a head-count and arrange for car pooling too. [est 3 to 5 hours] \nClick here to open a map to Cedar Island Marina URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/deck-salvage-and-recycling-clinton-cedar-island-marina-2025-07-12/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250620T213633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T213633Z UID:10538-1750582800-1750593600@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal - Westwoods at Upper Moose Hill Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:This will be our first organized invasives work party of the summer and we plan to cut and treat invasive barberry and rose along the violet trail. GLCT director Jim Ballentine and Westwoods Property Steward Nicolette Lee (and her family) plan to lead the work. If you’d like to help\, bring thick gloves (leather is best for the thorns) and clippers and loppers if you have them. And bug spray of course. We will provide and oversee the application of herbicide. We’ll meet at the Upper Moose Hill entrance to Westwoods at 9AM. Parking is limited\, so if you can’t find parking at the trailhead\, head down on Lower Road and walk up the road or through the connecting trail. [est 2 to 3 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-westwoods-upper-moose-hill-road-2025-06-22/ 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:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T182256 CREATED:20250523T140905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T140905Z UID:10515-1749290400-1749301200@guilfordlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Loop 6 (Nature Trail) Work - Westwoods at Dunk Rock Road Entrance DESCRIPTION:See the workparty on the 31st for details. We’ll be doing what wasn’t done at that work party. \nMeet us at the Lower Dunk Rock Road entrance at 10AM. [est 2 – 3 hours] URL:https://guilfordlandtrust.org/event/loop-6-work-westwoods-dunk-rock-road-2025-06-07/ LOCATION:Dunk Rock Road (Westwoods)\, 77PW+QC\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Proulx":MAILTO:pauljproulx@comcast.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR