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Prospect Land Trust Fall Hike
16th Annual Hike set for October 18, 2009

This year the Land Trust obtained permission from the Regional Water Authority to explore one of the most historic and beautiful parts of the town. The “hike” is along access roads that are used by the RWA, so walking is relatively easy, as it is on level ground. The hike will be lead by PLT Board Member John Triana who is also a Board Member of the New Haven Bird Club.
The hike is scheduled for Sunday October 18th at 2:00pm. We will be meeting at the corner of Tress Road and Cornwall Avenue. Traveling east on Rt.68 (towards Cheshire), turn right into Chatfield Road. At the end of Chatfield, turn right onto Tress Road. At the end of Tress Road, you will see a gate to the entrance of the reservoir. There is plenty of space for parking. Don’t forget your camera and comfortable walking shoes. No pets, please. No rain date. Any questions? Contact Joel at 758-6812.

John Triana will also be leading a more challenging hike on the morning of October 18, 2009 at 8:00 AM. You may consider joining both hikes for an all day outing. Starting with the Bethany hike and finishing with the Prospect hike. Hope to see you there!

New Haven Bird Club
Field Trips/Outdoor Events
Beacon Cap, BethanySunday, October 18, 2009, 8:00 AMJoin us to look for fall migrants on the Naugatuck Trail in Bethany. We'll hike up to a glacial erratic outcropping perched at the top of the ridge. Even if there aren't a lot of birds, we'll get to see some fabulous autumn views. Wear hiking boots as the trail is steep and strenuous in places. Meet at the far eastern trailhead for the Naugatuck Trail on Rte. 42 in Bethany. This is on the north side of road, about 1.25 miles west of junction of Rtes. 42 and 63. Leader-John Triana: 203.758.7203

What’s happenings at other local Land Trusts and non-profits?

The Hamden Land Conservation Trust will host a hike Sunday October 11, 2009 from 10 am – noon. The hike will be lead by HLCT Jim Sirch on the ABC property (Gaylord Mt. Road & West Todd Street – This land is held in conservation easement by HLCT. The land itself is owned by South Central Regional Water Authority. It consists of 51 acres of forest, brush, and ledge, suitable for hiking. Learn to identify native plants and animals, and also how to recognize invasives.

Friends of Brooksvale Park, Inc.
10th Annual Brooksvale Fall Festival - October 17th 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Nature Exhibits Nature Crafts Kids Games Music Chair Caning Wool Spinning Peabody Museum DEP Casting Clinic DEP Sessions Woods "Coyotes" Dunk Tank Housewright Tractors Hamden Fire Dept. Hamden Police Dept. Music FOB Bake Sale Food Vendors
Admission to festival and parking are free.
Some activities require ticket purchase.
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Friends of Brooksvale Barn Dance Caller Bill Fischer and the Fiddleheads. Purchase your $10 ticket at the FOB Bake Sale Booth or at the door at 3pm. Children 16 and under only $5, all proceeds from dance are used by FOB to present educational programming at the park.



Save the Dates Oct. 2009, posting for PLT