On the advice of WWTC member Ellsworth Mathias, it was decided to rebuild the original stream crossing rather than construct a new bridge. So today, using nearby rocks, we expect to place stepping stones through a muddy section of the trail, then raise and add support to the current wooden bridge to keep it from being covered/move in high water […]
This month's Westwoods Trails Committee meeting will be held Monday, April 21 at the Guilford Community Center (32 Church St) in the Alexander Lounge at 7:30 pm. We will have a Zoom set up so those who want to attend virtually can do so. If you have any problems connecting, Paul can be reached at 203.687.7756. Click here to join […]
Our inspection of Loop 5 on the 5th of April uncovered a number of issues we plan to address on this work party, and a follow-up after the next WWTC meeting. Today, we’ll be addressing problems on the northern end of this loop (north of the Blue Rectangle Trail): (1) relocating two wet sections of trail to dryer ground nearby, […]
Join GLCT Directors Bernadette Bober and Jodie Lang for a trail run in Westwoods. Base loop: 3 miles. Additional distance added as requested. Open to those trying trail running for the first time or regular trail runners looking for a new route. Run will be at a social pace. Meet at the Dunk Rock Road trailhead. Text 203-508-2064 with questions. […]
Join GLCT Director Kathleen White on an intermediate hike on GLCT’s Nature Trail and see Westwoods spring flora, fauna, and funga. Consider hiking poles to navigate areas of tree roots and rocks and water-resistant footwear. Meet at Dunk Rock Rd. entrance. Trail is 2 miles but can be 1+ miles with a flat self-walk back to the parking area. Text […]
GLCT member Karen Klugman will lead a kid-friendly walk to a sprawling rock formation where you will have time to explore nooks and crannies and have a snack. This trail involves roots, rocks, and uneven ground. Park at Dunk Rock Rd. trailhead. Text 203-530-1192 with questions. Heavy rain cancels. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of start time. Leashed dogs permitted […]
The plastic we put down last spring appears to have done a good job in pushing back on the mugwort. So today we will be shifting these sheets (or what can be salvaged from them) to a nearby location to continue this work, and seeding the uncovered area with native grass seed. We invite you to come and help us […]
Join GLCT Director Sam Mandel for the inaugural Kampmeyer Preserve Trails Day, exploring trails and natural features of this 100-acre GLCT property, including the new 5 acres added in 2024. We will have a 1 ½-2 hour moderate hike, a shorter family-friendly loop, and an opportunity to learn about local flora and fauna, as well as tips for identifying and […]
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 […]
Our inspection of Loop 5 on the 5th of April uncovered a number of issues we plan to address on this work party. Today, we’ll be addressing problems on the southern end of this loop (south of the Blue Rectangle Trail): (1) Close connecting trail - block both ends with branches. (2 & 3) Wet areas (2) — needs corduroy […]
You likely see a pattern developing in the work party schedule! Our inspection of Loop 6 on the 17th of May uncovered a number of issues we plan to address on the last two work parties of this trail year. Here’s the grand list of all the projects that need doing: (1) Bridge 18 repair - needs several planks. (2) […]
Join us for a short business meeting and then enjoy our speaker: emeritus Connecticut State Archeologist Nick Bellantoni, author of Hiking Ruins of Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, which includes our own Westwoods Trails system. Rain or shine.