Protecting Land and Preserving Heritage. Forever.
As you can see from the photograph, I wasn’t always an angry guy- it’s not a genetic characteristic. My old friend Joe the Psychologist tells me anger can also be a result of “environmental factors”. Well, yeah. My environment is under siege, so I think outrage is an appropriate response. In fact, it’s my biological […]
At the start of a new year many people make resolutions. Some people want to lose weight and get fit, others want to read more. Last year my resolution was to floss every day, which I am proud to say that I flossed 364 out of 366 days in 2020. Whatever, your goals for the […]
As the weather begins to turn cold and the warmth of our homes more enticing, it’s time to stock up on reading material that will allow you to enjoy the outdoors without having to bundle up to brave the icy Storrs Wind! In this (first ever) book review to hit the JT blog, we review […]
Just a day after Joshua’s Trust acquired the 29-acre Regan Parcel in Tolland we christened the property with an introductory walk. John Hankins, who served as tour guide, was accompanied by Trustees Chris, Nancy and Karen, as well as friend of the Trust, Ruth. Karen snapped the following photos along the way and Karen and […]
One can easily be miserable in this kind of weather; I’ve just chosen not to. The rain and wind are getting nasty. The hood is up on my raincoat and my gloved hands are deep in my pockets. I follow the red trail at Chenes Roches along a nameless brook, down its dark ravine between […]
Six current and former Trustees met on Flanders Rd in Coventry to walk Schmid Overlook. John Hankins, Steward Chair, and Ann Dunnack, steward of the property, led Nancy, Chris, Warren and Karen through this recently acquired preserve. The results of the 50-person work party were evident. Much of the trash was hauled out and loaded onto a […]
As development administrator at Joshua’s Trust, I see every donation that comes through to support Joshua’s Trust. I’ve seen donations ranging from $6 all the way up to $30,000. You may think the bigger the donation, the better; and from a financial standpoint that might be true, but you know what makes up the bulk […]
We’re lucky at Joshua’s Trust. Among the views, the array of plant life, birds, wetlands streams and brooks, you can get a good hike under your feet. Slopes that are alternately gentle and steep, you’ll be glad you brought a thermos of cold water as you stop to catch your breath at the overlook. But […]
The autumn foliage and crisp air of November is here. As Thanksgiving approaches, I’ve taken time to reflect on what I am grateful for this year. Looking back on all the projects and trail crews, I’m amazed at all of the work that has been done on various properties. From post-storm cleanup to invasive removal, […]
Between Covid-19, recession, political and racial anger, drought, and power failures, this charming year reminds us that nothing is static. Ouch. The eastern Connecticut biota that we attempt to preserve and protect is dynamically responding to climate-induced change. But before we get too grim, let’s review what we each noticed in flora and fauna behavior […]
