Led by TRLC member, Larry Zemel, this “From Farm to Wilderness” 3.5-mile hike will meet at the parking lot of Auerfarm, enter MDC property at the rear of the farm, then hike along a secret trail to the reservoir system. Back trails, including a rocky descent, will be taken to return to the farm. There is one easy stream crossing. The bear population has been asked to make a safe appearance. No rain date. Co-sponsored by the Connecticut Forest & Parks Association.
Registration required or visit the CT Trails Day site to choose from many events across the state.
Join us in exploring the former Millbrook/Traditions Golf Course in Windsor, now open to hikers and walkers. The hike will be approximately 2.5 miles and take about two hours. From the parking lot, we will walk along the woods, meadows and winding trails (many cart paths) of the former golf course. The area is intentionally being ‘rewilded,’ allowing plants and wildlife to flourish. Moderate terrain with some rolling hills. Leashed dogs permitted. No rain date.
Register or visit the CT Trails Day site to choose from many events across the state.
The Town of Bloomfield, Bloomfield Beautification Committee, and Traprock Ridge Land Conservancy invite you to participate in Bloomfield Community Cleanup Day honoring Earth Day. Teams of volunteers will pick up debris on specific streets with guided assistance.
Come by yourself or bring a group of neighbors or friends! FREE LUNCH! FREE T-SHIRT! Gloves, pickers, bags, buckets and safety vests will be provided.
Your help is needed to prove Bloomfield is the “CLEANEST” town in Connecticut!
Click here to register. Or, if you prefer to be part of a “Traprock” team, send an email to Paula Jones at vicepresident@trlandconservancy.org and she will register the group. (Please include your name, home address, preferred email address, phone number, and date of birth – for the town’s registration database.)
Schedule:
- 9:00am – 10am • Sign in. Pick up materials. Group picture.
10am – Noon • Clean up at designated sites.- 12:30pm – 1:30pm • Lunch at 330 Park Ave.
10am – Noon • Clean up at designated sites.Questions? – Contact Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services at (860) 243-2923
*If you have a separate group (different than a “Traprock” group) that would like to participate please email recreation@bloomfieldct.
Windsor Climate Action presents Vanessa Brown of Anthro Climate Consulting for a presentation and discussion about the impact of climate change and heat waves on Windsor & Connecticut.
She will discuss our vulnerabilities, our risks and actions we can take. Refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by Windsor Climate Action.
Please join us for a weekday hike with TRLC member, Dave Mogul, at the Tariffville Gorge in East Granby. We’ll be hiking on the Metacomet trail, starting alongside the Farmington River, and then ascending to scenic views of the river and the surrounding areas. This moderate out-and-back hike with a number of inclines and some rocky stretches, is about 3 miles, taking 2 -3 hours.
Check the website for postings or cancellation. Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Hiking poles and hiking boots are encouraged for the uneven terrain.
Park on Route 189 at the intersection with Old Hartford Road just north of Tariffville. There is ample parking on the northbound shoulder past the Metacomet trail marker.
This hike is co-sponsored by Traprock Ridge Land Conservancy and Simsbury Land Trust.
UPDATE: Thirty-nine members and guests, including representatives from all four member towns—Bloomfield, East Granby, West Hartford and Windsor—were present at the Annual Meeting on May 12 to celebrate a year of shared success and to look ahead to future growth.
Six board members and officers were unanimously re-elected for second terms. TRLC also welcomed three students from East Granby High School who will serve as interns on the board.
2025–2026 Board Members and Interns
Back row: David Iannucci, President Amanda Thompson, Treasurer Dave Sagers, Stephen Dewey, Intern Sebi Prescott, Catherine Delasco, Jim Kandik, Dale Bertoldi, Chip Caton Front row: Intern Varshny Sriganesh, Jennifer Frank, Cameron Lloyd, Intern Sree Kolla, Vice President Paula Jones (not pictured: Secretary Christopher Shepard)
This program, presented by Dr. Lawrence Zemel at the Noah Webster Library in West Hartford, will cover the ecology of deer ticks, symptoms and signs of Lyme disease, diagnosis, and treatment, and the latest on a new Lyme vaccine.
Rescheduled: This guided hike on winding trails through Mill Brook Open Space (formerly Traditions Golf Course) will be led by naturalist, Brad Robinson. This hidden gem in the heart of Windsor has sprawling forests, lush lawns, colorful meadows and winding trails. Park at 147 Pigeon Hill Road.
Rain date: May 4 at 2 pm
This hike is co-sponsored by Traprock Ridge Land Conservancy and the Windsor Conservation Committee.