17th Annual Fall Hike

Looking for something to do on a Fall Day? Why not join us on our 17th Annual Hike! With permission obtained from a private property owner Prospect Land Trust has gained access to one of the most beautiful areas of town. This property was last hiked by PLT back in October 17, 2004.

Hikers will meet at the end of Boardman Drive cul-de-sac, located off of Plank Road in Prospect. We will begin by following an historic wood road and the Quinnipiac Blue Trail (established in 1929 but now abandoned, but still identified). The trail goes over “Bluff Head” and South along the ridge where we will connect to the “Loop Trail” on the PLT-owned Kathan Woods (17.32 acres) property located near Matthew Street. Hikers will than continue back down a fairly steep decline near the SBA telecommunications tower and the abandoned town road (1906). We will continue North along another wood road bringing us back to the Boardman Drive starting point. Midway hikers will be treated to cider and donuts by our hosts Boardman and Joyce Kathan. Some historical tidbits maybe shared along the way, as this is an historic corner of town.

The hike is scheduled for Sunday October 17th at 2:00pm (Rain date October 24). Parking and starting point is located at Boardman Drive cul-de-sac, Prospect. Hikers should war comfortable walking shoes for this two-hour long hike, as the terrain ranges from relatively easy to rugged. Hope to see you there. For further information/questions please contact PLTPCT@aol.com , Joel at (203)758-6812 or Lisa (203)758-3646.