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Join us in a challenge this fall to explore some of Joshua’s Trust trails and learn about their diversity of plants and animals! The Challenge will run from September 1 to December 1, 2023. Explore eight different trails and complete entries for each – try to identify at least one member for each of two […]
The home that is now known as Henrietta House B&B was built in 1722 by the Byles family and retains many of its original features. Begin the celebration with a hike in the Josias Byles Sanctuary next to Henrietta House. The hike in this beautiful preserve is short but does include some steep terrain, water […]
Nestled in the historic Mansfield village of Gurleyville, on the banks of the Fenton River, the Joshua's Trust Gurleyville Grist Mill stands much as it was in 1830. The 15-acre campus of field and forest also includes the Miller's Cottage, birthplace of Gov. Wilbur Cross, whose grandfather and father were millers here. Docents will be […]
Join us at Tinkerville Brook in Ashford for a gorgeous walk through mountain laurel thickets and down into a mixed wetland habitat. The loop through Tinkerville Brook is just over a mile long and will take around one hour to complete. The terrain is varied here with some small rocks and roots to navigate. Narrow in […]
Nestled in the historic Mansfield village of Gurleyville, on the banks of the Fenton River, the Joshua's Trust Gurleyville Grist Mill stands much as it was in 1830. The 15-acre campus of field and forest also includes the Miller's Cottage, birthplace of Gov. Wilbur Cross, whose grandfather and father were millers here. Docents will be […]
Join us at Hubbard Sanctuary for a leisurely walk through multiple habitats. EDIT: We're going to offer the opportunity to visit Agnes' Pasture which adds a short but steep hill and an additional 1/4 miles through beautiful white pines and open meadow. We'll have multiple walk leaders on hand if you'd rather stick to the […]
Join us for stargazing at Atwood Farm. A local night sky enthusiast* will point out major stars, constellations and planets. We suggest bringing binoculars, a portable chair and a red tinted flashlight if available as well as warm clothing. There will be a short walk to the viewing site. Park on the north side of […]
Join us at Wolf Rock Nature Preserve in Mansfield Center for a breathtaking walk with an amazing view. Wolf Rock is one of Mansfield’s most spectacular landmarks, consisting of a great glacial boulder. We’ll start and end our hike at the boulder for beautiful October views of Mansfield. The trail steeply descends into multiple habitats […]
EDIT: Much of this trail is flooded due to rain and an industrious beaver. The length of this hike will likely be reduced to just over a mile. We'll explore the open meadow near the parking area then check out the pine areas along Lake Marie out to the bird blind and up to the […]
Join us at Pigeon Swamp Preserve for a leisurely walk through multiple habitats. Join us for a 2.25 mile hike through multiple habitats including pasture, wetlands and forested areas. Pigeon Swamp is a-135 acre preserve in Lebanon, Connecticut, that was given to Joshua’s Trust by Dr. Mervyn H. Little and his wife, Dr. Olga A. […]