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Introduction to Forest Bathing with Certified Guide, Beth Reel (Sorry, this event has reached capacity.)

Allanach-Wolf Woodlands 164 Back Road, Windham, CT

Unfortunately, this event has reached capacity. If you are interested in attending, please email michelle.poudrette@joshuastrut.org to be placed on a cancellation list. Thank you.   Slow down…breathe deep…take in the natural world around you… Imagine a practice that could help you reduce stress and find calm and peace in nature. The research-based practice of forest […]

Ramble in the Woods – Thoreau Style

Harvey Preserve 41°48'N, 72°9'16" W (Federal Rd, Chaplin. Midway between Tower Hill Rd and Davis Rd on west side of road), Chaplin

Join naturalist Deb Field for a ramble through the Harvey Preserve. The approximately 1 mile trail meanders through wooded swamp, upland forest, and along unique geological features and is reminiscent of Brister’s Hill, one of Henry David Thoreau’s regular rambles between Walden Pond and Concord. Sturdy shoes, water & bug spray recommended. We will post […]

Walk at Utley Hill Preserve in Columbia

Utley Hill Preserve 60 Hennequin Rd, Columbia, CT, United States

Join us at Utley Hill Preserve in Columbia, CT for a beautiful post Thanksgiving, #OptOutside, wilderness walk.  The loop in Utley Hill Preserve is  approximately 2.50 miles long and will take us roughly 1 and 1/2 hours to complete. We will  meet at the Columbia Recreation Park at 60 Hennequin Rd. After you pull into […]