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Come explore the thawed trails in Hidden Valley Preserve with SRA Naturalists Peary and BK Stafford and discover the magnificently rich community of spring ephemerals adorning the forest floor. Participants should wear hiking boots or other appropriate shoes, and we highly recommend bringing water and binoculars. We will meet in the main parking lot at 198 Bee Brook Rd., Washington Depot. Please note, this program is limited to 12 participants.

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Join Executive Director Brian Hagenbuch on a series of casual walks through Steep Rock’s Preserves. Thursday, May 16 we will explore the trails at Steep Rock Preserve.

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Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+. Locations to be announced.

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Join us Sunday, May 19, 2024 for the 4th annual Rossiter Run 5K Race & Fun Run. Easy to moderate, the classic 5K route at Steep Rock Preserve along Tunnel Road is a mostly flat dirt road that follows the beautiful Shepaug River.

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Eligibility & Prizes: This race is open to all levels of runners, with awards given to the top male and female finishers in each age division and the overall male and female winners.

Registration: Online registration ends Saturday, May 18 at 11:59PM. Day of race registration is starts at 7:30am and will be cash or check only. Early registration fee for adults is $25 online and will increase to $35 on race day. Registration fee for Youth racers is $10. There is no registration fee to participate in the Fun Run/Walk. Please note, registration fees are non-refundable.

Go Green: To show your love of the environment, please bring your own water bottles; we will have water to refill them.

If you have any questions about this event, please email [email protected] or call (860) 868-9131.

Experience the beauty of nature and connect with like-minded women on a hosted moonlit hike from Macricostas Preserve’s main parking area to the enchanting Waramaug’s Rock! Ages 13+.
Meeting Point: Macricostas Preserve Main Parking Area

What to Bring:
Comfortable hiking shoes
Water bottle/snacks
Jacket or layers for cooler evening temperatures
Flashlight or headlamp

Please note, this is a free event, but donations are always appreciated!

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Calling gardening volunteers – help us get those warmer weather plants in the ground on planting day as we kick off our 16th growing season. It’s a fantastic opportunity to roll up your sleeves, dig into the soil, and make a positive impact on our community! Join us on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 from 9AM-12PM. Come one or both days.

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Join Executive Director Brian Hagenbuch on a series of casual walks through Steep Rock’s Preserves. Tuesday, June 11, we will walk the trails at Hidden Valley Preserve.

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Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+. Locations to be announced.

Register here

Join Executive Director Brian Hagenbuch on a series of causal walks through Steep Rock’s Preserves. During the summer, join us on Tuesday, July 18th where we will explore Macricostas Preserve.

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Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+. Locations to be announced.

Register here