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April 2009
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Spring is here! Dust off those hiking boots and get outside. Join us for one of our many hikes and activities during April and May. Don’t miss our Annual Membership Dinner on
April 7.
April 2009
Bird Watching Hike
Saturday, April 4, 2009
7:30 a.m. • Great Pond State Park
Meet at the Great Pond parking lot for a bird walk with local birding expert, Roger Preston. Early April, before the trees are leafed out, is a good time to look for migrating birds. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. RSVP's are requested to 651-8773.
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McLean East Loop Trail
Sunday, April 5, 2009
1:00 p.m. • Parking on Northgate Road
Join us on this enjoyable one hour hike through fields, deep woods and hillsides. Hike is suitable for all ages. We will pass through tall stands of pine and talus fields; visit a kettle pond and other wetlands. This hike will introduce you to a trail you will want to revisit again and again. Park on Northgate off of Firetown Rd. and walk a short distance north up the hill to the trailhead. RSVP’s are requested to 651-8773.
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Simsbury Land Trust Annual Membership Dinner
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. • Hop Meadow Country Club
Join us for a special multimedia presentation celebrating the spirit of the Simsbury Land Trust and the nature around us through photography, music, and word. $35 members, $40 non-members – Includes hors d'oeuvres, salad, rolls, dinner, dessert and coffee – cash bar available. RSVP’s are required. For additional information see our website or contact the office at 651-8773.
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May 2009
Simsbury Land Trust Business Meeting, Breakfast and Hike
Saturday, May 2, 2009
9:00 a.m. • The Master’s School Cafeteria
Join us for breakfast, our Annual Business Meeting and a hike! Meet in The Master’s School cafeteria for a light breakfast and hear about our plans for the year. After the short meeting, join us on one of two hikes on the west ridge. Dress for the weather, event will be held rain or shine. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots recommended for hiking on the ridge. RSVP’s are requested to 651-8773.
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Invasive Plants Training and Work Day
Saturday, May 9, 2009
9:00 a.m. • 60 Westledge Road
Join land trust property stewards for coffee and brief training identifying invasive plants followed by a couple of hours trying our best to stamp them out. Meet at 60 Westledge Road, just past The Master's Schhol. Bring substantial work gloves and a garden fork if you have one (we will have a few extras to share). We will finish by lunchtime. Pre-registration is requested 651-8773. Rain date is May 16.
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Some other events that may be of interest:
Simsbury Clean Up Day
Saturday, April 18th, 2009
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. • Town Hall Parking Lot
Help clean up Simsbury. Meet at the town hall parking lot between 9:00-11:00 a.m. bags, gloves, etc. provided. Sponsored by State Representative Linda Schofield. Interested volunteers should call Linda’s office at 240-8635. Rain date is Sunday, April 19th at
1:00 p.m.
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