March 20. March 21. Spring Outdoors Check Often for Updates on our website: thelastgreenvalley.org

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1 March 20 TLGV Spring Outdoors Kick-Off Hike: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 20, Breakneck Pond, Union, CT. Join Chief Ranger Bill Reid for our annual First Day of Spring Vernal Equinox hike and kick off to TLGV s Spring Outdoors program. This year we ll make the trek to Breakneck Pond at Bigelow State Park in Union. The hike will be approximately 4 miles round trip. Wear appropriate clothing for late winter weather and muddy trail conditions. Bring your own water, snacks and a lunch is suggested. This Vernal Equinox Hike is for TLGV Members and their guests. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley Keys: Registration required; Ages 12 and up, no dogs Information: For more information and to RSVP please contact Bill at or bill@tlgv.org Inclement weather cancels. Directions and additional information will be provided following RSVP. Wednesday Noon Walks: Noon, March 20, Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. Join Connecticut Audubon Society volunteers for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Free to CAS members; $3 non-members. Repeat date: 3/27 Spring Equinox Full Moon Night Hike and Campfire: Hike, 6-8 pm, March 20, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Come experience the shift in seasons and let the full moon guide your path as you take a night hike at Goodwin State Forest. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Program will be followed by a campfire and s mores. Inclement weather cancels. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest Information: For more information or to register: or DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov, or visit friendsofgoodwinforest.org/current-programs.html or Registration is not required. Check Often for Updates on our website: thelastgreenvalley.org March 21 Thursday Morning Tracking Walks: Walk, 8:30 am, March 21 Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road,

2 Pomfret Center, CT. Stretch your legs and look for signs of wildlife with Fran Baranski, tracker and nature photographer. Bring your camera. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat date: 3/28 Senior Walks: Walk, 1-3 pm, March 21, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Join Goodwin Guide Jack Griffin on an easy to moderate walk taken on a forest trails. All are welcome. Hiking sticks are available to borrow. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest Information: For more information or to register: or DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov, or visit friendsofgoodwinforest.org/current-programs.html or Registration is not required. Woodcock Watches: Walk, 6:45 p.m., March 21, Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. A sure harbinger of spring, this fascinating little bird puts on a riveting mating display at dusk. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members. Repeat Date: 3/28, 6:45 p.m. March 23 Butterfly Farming: Event, 10-11:30 am, March 23, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Deb Field, Goodwin Master Naturalist & 25 year environmental educator describes how a quest to protect black swallowtail caterpillars from marauding catbirds turned into a full scale backyard butterfly farm. Tips & techniques for how to do this with several common species will be discussed. An overview of Project Monarch Watch will also be presented. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest Information: For more information or to register: or DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov, or visit friendsofgoodwinforest.org/current-programs.html or Registration is not required. Acorn Adventure Letterboxing 101: March 23, 1-3 p.m. Camp Laurel, 175 Clubhouse Road, Lebanon CT. Do you like to be outside? Do you like to search for treasure? Letterboxing is a family-friendly hobby that gets you outside to follow the clues and find the treasure, a hand-carved stamp that you can add to your personal log book. Acorns will get an introduction to letterboxing and their own letterboxing kits, which will include a starter logbook, an inkpad and the chance to make a personal stamp. The group will then hike the trails of Camp Laurel, following the clues to find a series of four letterboxes. The program is open to all kids and their families. To learn more about letterboxing, visit www. letterboxing.org. Acorn Adventures are held monthly and every child participant receives an Acorn journal to keep a record of their adventures. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley, Girl Scouts of Connecticut and Putnam Bank. Keys: Easy, especially for families with children; no dogs Information: March 24 noon, March 24, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way.

3 , Difficult Additional Dates: 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, Trail Wood Non-Fiction Book Club: Walk & Talk, 2-4 pm, March 24, Connecticut Audubon Society, Trail Wood Center, 93 Kenyon Road, Hampton, CT This Book Club combines lively book discussions and leisurely walks on the trails. March book: The Evolution of Beauty by Richard O. Prum. Meet at Trail Wood, 93 Kenyon Rd in Hampton. Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. March 26 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, March 26, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 Long Distance Hike: Hike, 11 am to 2 pm, March 26, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Enjoy the company of fellow hikers and get some great outdoor exercise. Each hike will be around 5-6 miles along our trails. To join us meet in our main parking lot at 23 Potter Road. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest Information: For more information or to register: or DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov, or visit friendsofgoodwinforest.org/current-programs.html or Registration is not required. March 27 Wednesday Noon Walks: Noon, March 27, Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. Join Connecticut Audubon Society volunteers for fresh air, exercise, good company and naturalist lessons along the way. Seniors and parents with babes in backpacks welcome. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Free to CAS members; $3 non-members. March 28 Thursday Morning Tracking Walks: Walk, 8:30 am, March 28 Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. Stretch your legs and look for signs of wildlife with Fran Baranski, tracker and nature photographer. Bring your camera. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Your 22 Miles of Trails at Hodges Village Dam: Event, 6:30-7:30 pm, March 28, Oxford Public Library, 339 Main Street, Oxford, MA. Join us as we welcome Park Ranger, Jamie Kordack, to the library to discuss the many miles of trails at Hodges Village Dam! There will be take-home trail brochures with photos and other give-a-ways, courtesy of the US Army Corps of Engineers. FREE event. Sponsored by: Oxford Public Library and US Army Corps of Engineers Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs, Wheelchair Accessible, Especially For Families With Children Information: Woodcock Watches: Walk, 6:45 p.m., March 28, Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. A sure harbinger of spring, this fascinating little bird puts on a riveting mating display at dusk. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: $5 CAS members; $10 non-members. Movie Screening -Plight of the Grassland Birds: Event, 7-8:30 pm, March 28, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Come watch a movie about grassland birds and their situation in our changing landscape. Grassland birds are in fast decline throughout the country. This movie explores efforts to protect the birds and their habitats. Joanne Warren, a Goodwin Master Naturalist, will briefly discuss her efforts to help protect bobolinks in our local area. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest

4 Information: For more information or to register: or or visit html or Registration is not required. March 30 Family Woods Walk: Walk, am, March 30, James L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Center, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. Join Goodwin Naturalist, Lena Ives, on a slow ramble through our trails where stops sparked by curiosity are welcome and encouraged! Kids of all ages and all families are encouraged to attend. Sponsored by: CT DEEP, CFPA and Friends of Goodwin Forest Information: For more information or to register: or DEEP.Goodwin@ct.gov, or visit friendsofgoodwinforest.org/current-programs.html or Registration is not required. Talk and Tea Years of Fashion: Fee Event, 2-4:30 pm, March 30, Ashbel Woodward Museum, 387 Rt. 32 Franklin, CT. 100 Years of Connecticut Fashion History, Recall the clothing of your ancestors, your parents, and your own fashion choices as we take this little trip through over 100 years of fashion. Cost: $25.00 per person Buffet serving foods and a variety of locally blended teas. Reservations Required. Ashbel Woodward Museum foods and a locally blended tea. Sponsored by: Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum Keys: $25 person. Information: Museum opens at 1 pm 15 min tours/ browse the museum; 2:00 pm presentation/3:00 pm Tea. To purchase tickets March 31 Buffumville Lake Dam Tours: Walk, 1-2 pm, March 31, Buffumville Dam, 48 Old Oxford Rd., Charlton, MA. Buffumville Dam Tours - Would you like to know why the lake is lower in the winter months? Have you ever wondered what the Park Rangers do in the winter and in other seasons? Do you like to learn about weather and perhaps learn a little about flood water storage and protection? Then, join Park Ranger Jamie at 1:00 PM on the following Sundays this spring: March 31 & April 28. Meet at the gate house doors for an exclusive tour, inside and out. Rain or shine. Please Note: There are many stairs within the tour. Sponsored by: US Army Corps of Engineers Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs, Especially For Families With Children Repeats: 1 pm on 4/28 Information: Bears in Connecticut: Walk, 2-4 pm, March 31, Connecticut Audubon Society, Grassland Bird Conservation Center, 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT. Come listen to retired DEEP Wildlife Div. Chief Dale May as he shares his knowledge of bear behavior and habitat. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. April 2 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, April 2, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pom-

5 fret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 April 3 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 3, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 3, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information:n April 6 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, April 6, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. Season Opening at Leffingwell: Event, 11 am 4 pm, April 6, Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Washington St. Norwich CT. Celebrate the 244th anniversary of the start of the Revolution. Witness a reenactment of the Alarm Letter delivered to Leffingwell followed by a presentation on the Battle and Alarm sent to tell patriots that the war had begun. Appreciate the Art of 18th Century Chocolate making with Robert Lecce. See the scrapbook display. Enjoy cocoa and refreshments. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum Keys: Restrooms Nearby, $5 per person, No Dogs Information:

6 April 7 noon, April 7, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, April 9 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, April 9, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 April 10 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 10, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 10, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information:n April 13 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, April 13, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. The Norwich Freedom Trail: Walk, 10:00-11:30 am, April 13, 100 Broadway Norwich, CT. During the Nineteenth Century, the City of Norwich was home to a vibrant abolitionist movement. Residents such as David Ruggles played an active role in the Underground Railroad and the Harris Sisters attended Prudence Crandall s controversial Young Ladies and Little Misses of Color school in Canterbury. On this tour, you ll hear incredible stories about colonial era blacksmith, Guy Drock, who earned his freedom, and fugitive slave, shoemaker, minister and author, James L. Smith. Please join us as we explore a largely untold piece of Norwich s history in the Jail Hill Historic District. This special Second Saturday tour is a part of Otis Library s Harris Sister Month and will officially launch the Walk Norwich Freedom Trail. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society, Otis Library, & Prudence Crandall Museum Keys: No Dogs, Ages 12+ Only Difficulty: Difficult Information: Watering Can Planter Workshop: Fee Event, 2-2:30 pm,

7 April 13, Hart s Greenhouse, 151 Providence Rd., Brooklyn, CT. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of digging into the soil and creating a beautiful Spring planter! Plant your choice of colorful bulb plants and pansies in a cute watering can planter. Makes a perfect Easter gift, or place on your front step for some early Spring color. Our veteran staff members will help you create your masterpiece, offering expert care tips and design techniques. Sponsored by: Hart s Greenhouse Keys: Pre-registration required. $40 per person Information: April 14 noon, April 14, time and location varies, call Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, April 16 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, April 16, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 April 17 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 17, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt

8 Additional Dates: 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 17, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: April 20 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, April 20, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. See Original Lexington Alarm Letter: Fee Event, 10 am to 1 pm, April 20, Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich CT. Rare Viewing of the Original Lexington Alarm letter on loan from the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library for 3 hours only! This original letter was delivered 244 years ago to Leffingwell on April 20, Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum Keys: Restrooms Nearby, $5 per person, No Dogs Information: April 21 noon, April 21, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, April 23 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, April 23, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28

9 April 24 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 24, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, April 24, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: April 27 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, April 27, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. Camper Scamper 5K Race/Walk and 1 Mile Kids Run: Fee Event, 9:30 11:30 am, April 27, 326 Taft Pond Rd., Pomfret Center, CT. 5K Race/Walk and 1 Mile Kid Run. Registration begins at 8 am, Kids Race at 9:30 am, Adult Race starts at 10 am, walkers start immediately after runners. Professionally timed by Last Mile Race Management. Register by April 1 to receive discount and free t-shirt. Go to for more details and registration forms. Sponsored by: Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, Registration Required, No Dogs Information: Horizon Wings Annual Earth Day: Fee Event, 10 am to 3 pm, April 27, Horizon Wings, 9 Sand Hill Rd. Ashford, CT. Horizon Wings 2019 Earth Day will feature our beautiful raptors with 2 live Bird of Prey programs and a falconry demonstration. Kids nature related crafts, live music by local Artist Bruce John, free refreshments, nature related raffle items and more! $5 for kids/$7 for adults. Sponsored by: Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilitation and Education Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, No Dogs, Especially For Families With Children Information: April 28 noon, April 28, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, Buffumville Lake Dam Tours: Walk, 1-2 pm, April 28, Buffumville Dam, 48 Old Oxford Rd., Charlton, MA.

10 Buffumville Dam Tours - Would you like to know why the lake is lower in the winter months? Have you ever wondered what the Park Rangers do in the winter and in other seasons? Do you like to learn about weather and perhaps learn a little about flood water storage and protection? Then, join Park Ranger Jamie at 1:00 PM on the following Sundays this spring: March 31 & April 28. Meet at the gate house doors for an exclusive tour, inside and out. Rain or shine. Please Note: There are many stairs within the tour. Sponsored by: US Army Corps of Engineers Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs, Especially For Families With Children Information: April 30 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, April 30, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 May 1 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 1, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 1, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: May 3 Zen Triathalon - Walk, Yoga & Meditation: Fee Event, 9-10:30 am, May 3, JOYasanAH, 915a Riverside Dr., North Grosvenordale, CT. Join us for a Zen Triathalon. We will begin with a 30-minute walk, followed by 30 minutes of yoga and 20 minutes of meditation. Trail runs along the river/waterfall/pond. Yoga is for all levels. Bring your own yoga mat or use one of ours. Please bring a refillable water bottle. Cost is $13. Sponsored by: JOYasanAH Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, No Dogs, Moderate Repeat date: May 5 at 9am Information: Rain date: May 10 65th Annual Windham County 4-H Tag Sale: Event, 10:30 am Early Bird Buy In ($5), noon to 5 pm (free), May 3, 326 Taft Pond Rd., Pomfret Center, CT. Over 3,500 square feet of bargains, beautifully organized. We have it all! Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs Information: th Annual Windham County 4-H Auction: Event, 5 pm preview, 6-10 pm Auction, May 3, 326 Taft Pond Rd., Pomfret Center, CT. Unique & antique goods & services, live plants, gift certificates for events, restaurants, silent auction baskets, 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs Information:

11 May 4 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, May 4, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. 65th Annual Windham County 4-H Tag Sale: Event, 9 am to 5 pm, May 4, 326 Taft Pond Rd. Pomfret Center, CT. Over 3,500 square feet of bargains, beautifully organized. We have it all! Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs Information: Mobility Challenged Walk/Talk: Event, 1-3 pm, May 4, Killingly Little League Complex behind 31 Wauregan Rd., Danielson, CT. Come and learn about the High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) and how it relates to individual ability or disability needs. Stroll or roll along the trails of Killingly River Trail as we demonstrate the equipment and discuss how mobility-challenged users can select trails to get outside and enjoy The Last Green Valley. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley s volunteer HETAP Team Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Wheelchair Accessible, Especially For Families With Children Information: Rain Date: May 5 Chamberlin Mill - Work in Progress: Event, 1-2:30 pm, May 4, 286 Old Turnpike Rd., Woodstock Valley, CT A rare chance to observe a historic sawmill restoration in progress. See how volunteers are reassembling a 19th century circular saw and learn how they intend to power it with a 1928 Studebaker used at the Mill in its last decades of operation. Mill tour. Sponsored by: Chamberlin Mill, Inc., Jean McClellan, Pres. Keys: No Dogs Information: Rain date: 5/5/ at 1 pm 65th Annual Windham County 4-H Auction: Event, 5 pm Preview, 5:30 10 pm, May 4, 326 Taft Pond Rd. Pomfret Center, CT. Unique & antique goods & services, live plants, gift certificates for events, restaurants, silent auction baskets, 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation Keys: Restrooms Nearby, No Dogs Information: May 5 Zen Triathalon - Walk, Yoga & Meditation: Fee Event, 9-10:30 am, May 5, JOYasanAH, 915a Riverside Dr., North Grosvenordale, CT. Join us for a Zen Triathalon. We will begin with a 30-minute walk, followed by 30 minutes of yoga and 20 minutes of meditation. Trail runs along the river/waterfall/pond. Yoga is for all levels. Bring your own yoga mat or use one of ours. Please bring a refillable water bottle. Cost is $13. Sponsored by: JOYasanAH Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, No Dogs, Moderate Information: Rain date: May 19 at 8 am noon, May 5, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult

12 Additional Dates: 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, May 6 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 6, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat dates: 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. May 7 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, May 7, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 May 8 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 8, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19

13 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 8, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: May 11 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, May 11, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. noon, May 12, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, May 12 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 13, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat dates: 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. Life of Colonial Women: Fee Event, 11 am to 4 pm, May 11, Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich, CT. Come to Leffingwell House Museum to discover the day-to-day life of Colonial Women as they cooked, healed and crafted the things needed by the household. Enjoy the Antique Hat and reticule display. Listen to Dr. Pamela Hall detail the life of Faith Trumbull Huntington. Watch and learn about the art of candle making as Chandler Rod hand dips candles. Light refreshments served. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum Keys: Restrooms Nearby, $5 per person, No Dogs Information: May 12

14 May 14 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, May 14, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat dates: 5/21 and 5/28 May 15 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 15, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 15, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: May 18 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, May 18, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 5/25, 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. Mountain Bike at Goodwin State Forest: Bike, 9 am to 12 pm, May 18, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Road, Hampton CT. Quiet Corner NEMBA will lead guided mountain bike rides through Goodwin State Forest s trails. These rides are open to all levels. Groups will be divided to cater to various experience levels. All are welcome, including families & beginners.* Bike & helmet required. For more info: find us on Facebook, visit org/chapters/qcnemba or contact QuietCornerNEMBA@ gmail.com. Keys:Bike/Helmet Required, Moderate, Difficult Information: Rain date: May 19, 9am Ride the Shetucket: Paddle: 9 am to when everyone has secured transportation back to their vehicle, May 18, Scotland Dam to River Park CT RT.97, Baltic, CT. This is NOT a group paddle. Launch at your convenience between 9 am and noon. The shuttle operates on demand. The Town of Sprague sponsors Ride the Shetucket the last 2 Saturdays of each month May to September. There is no charge for the shuttle. Sponsored by: Town of Sprague, ctsprague.org Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Registration Required, Leashed Dogs Welcomed, Kayak, Canoe/PDF Required, Moderate Information: Check the town website after noon on the prior Thursday for the most current information. Most likely reason for cancellation is low water level. Horizon Wings at Frog Rock: Event, Noon to 1 pm, May 18, Frog Rock Rest Stop, 212 Pomfret Rd. Eastford, CT. A Case of Mistaken Identity - Explore with us the defining features of those raptor species most commonly mistaken for each other while at the same time getting an up-close look at these beautiful birds! And stay after the program for The Frog Rock Trio Live

15 onstage till 3 pm! Sponsored by: Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilitation and Education and Frog Rock Rest Stop. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Especially For Families With Children Information: (Frog Rock Rest Stop number-season starts beginning of May) Public Paranormal Investigation: Fee Event, 6-11:30 pm, May 18, Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich, CT. Join the Arrowhead Investigations and Crossing the Veil Paranormal Teams in doing an investigation at the Leffingwell House Museum. Three time slots 6-7:30, 8-9:30, 10-11:30 pm. $30 adults, $25 for ages (no one under age 12). Pay at the door (credit or cash) but reserve your time as space is limited. redlakenation24@gmail.com with name, preferred time, number in group. Sponsored by: Arrowhead Investigations and Leffingwell House Museum Keys: Restrooms Nearby, $25 ages 12-17, $30 ages adults, No Dogs, Ages 12+ Only Information: redlakenation24@gmail.com Hodges Village Full Moon Walk and Dam Tour: Walk, 7:30 8:30 pm, May 18, Hodges Village Dam, 30 Howarth Road, Oxford, MA. Full Moon Walk to Hodges Village Dam Gate Tower. This is your best opportunity to bring the family down for a leisurely, springtime stroll under the moon. Please meet the Ranger on Saturday, May 18th at 7:30 pm at Hodges Village Dam. No registration required, just show up. Cancelled if very rainy. Moon Rise is 7:56 pm. Sponsored by: US Army Corps of Engineers Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, No Dogs, Wheelchair Accessible, Especially For Families With Children Information: May 19 noon, May 19, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday)

16 ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, May 20 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 20, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat dates: 5/27, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. May 21 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, May 21, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. Repeat date: 5/28 May 22 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 22, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 22, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: May 25 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, May 25, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat dates: 6/8, 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. May 26 noon, May 26, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 6/2, 6/9, 6/16,

17 Additional Dates: 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 May 27 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 27, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat dates: 6/3, 6/10, 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. May 28 Early Morning Bird Walks: Walk, 8 am, May 28, With Andy as your guide, seek out a variety of bird species. Wear drab colored clothing and bring binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Center, 218 Day Rd in Pomfret. Fee: Free to CAS members; $5 non-members. May 29 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 29, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, May 29, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 6/5, 6/12, 6/19 Information: May 30 Summer Stroll: Event, 5-8 pm, May 30, Downtown Storrs, 2 Dog Lane, Storrs, CT. Join the Mansfield Downtown Partnership in kicking off the summer with a fun evening in Downtown Storrs! Check out the sales and specials, summer treats, and open houses at participating businesses. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. Keys: Restrooms Nearby Information: June 1 Bob Mancini Memorial Hike: Walk, 8 am start, June 1, Meet at Bigelow Hollow State Park Union, CT (first lot on the left). Start hike at Boston Hollow Rd. (8 miles) or Barlow Mills Rd. (4 miles). Nipmuck trail hike of 8 or 4 miles in honor of Bob Mancini who blazed and maintained this section for 40 years. Transportation will be provided from end of hike to start point. Limit 25 people. Registration Required. Sponsored by: Alan Nordell Keys: Leashed Dogs Welcomed, Ages 12+ Only

18 Information: Rain date: 6/2 Old Furnace State Park Hike: Walk, 9 am to noon, June 1, Old Furnace State Park on S. Frontage Street, Danielson. Old Furnace State Park has excellent hiking through mix hardwood and conifer forests with well-marked blue and orange blazed trails. The highlight of the park is a beautiful eastward vista from 200 foot high Half Hill cliffs overlooking Furnace Pond (also known as Upper Ross Pond). We ll start at the park entrance, hike the orange trail to the top of Half Hill, enjoy the vista and then hike down the hill and take the loop trail around Furnace Pond. Total his is about 3 miles. Rain cancels and reservations required. Limited to 20 hikers. Total Distance - 3 miles. Meeting Place: Old Furnace State Park entrance and parking lot. The park entrance is on South Frontage Road. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley Keys: Registration Required, No Dogs, Difficult Information: Goodwin/Natchaug Epic Fun Ride: Bike, 9 am to 1 pm, June 1, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Road in Hampton, CT. This annual mountain bike ride and fundraiser is great for everyone from beginners to experts and endurance freaks! Choose from 3 well marked, self-guided loops and a range of terrain and distances. Water & snack stop available on longer loops. Pot-luck cookout follows at 12:30 pm. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, Bike/Helmet Required, Moderate, Difficult Bull Hill Forest Project Hike: Walk, 10-11:30 am, June 1, end of Bull Hill Rd, Woodstock CT (Bull Hill Road is located off Senexet Road. Drive in Woodstock. Drive respectfully & cautiously to the end of Bull Hill Rd, and follow the sign, park at the gate.) Enjoy a hike with Wyndham Land Trust s Jeff Stefanik on the Bull Hill Forest Project. This parcel of land is diverse, historic, and offers some wonderful views. Sponsored by: Wyndham Land Trust Keys: Leashed Dogs Welcomed June 2 Quinebaug River Paddle: Paddle, 9 am to noon, June 2, Boat launch at 16 Kennedy Drive, Putnam, CT. The Quinebaug River provides scenic paddling through exceptional habitat. This stretch of the river has some quick-water with flat-water sections as well. It is 5.5 miles downstream to the take-out location on Route 101 in Pomfret. Paddlers must have their own kayak or canoe and PFD (personal floatation device). RSVP is required and limited to 25 boats. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley Keys: Registration Required, Kayak, Canoe/PDF Required, Rain cancels, Difficult Information: noon, June 2, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Dates: 6/9, 6/16, 6th Annual 10K & 30K Goodwin Forest Trail Run: Event, 9 am to 2 pm., June 2, 23 Potter Road, Hampton, CT. Please check our website for more information and registration. There will be a post-run cookout! Friends of the Goodwin Forest. Sponsored by: Friends of Goodwin Forest Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, Registration Required Difficulty: Difficult Information:

19 Friends of the Goodwin Forest June 3 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 3, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat dates: 6/10, 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. June 5 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 5, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 6/12, 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 5, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 6/12, 6/19 Information:

20 June 6 Summer Concerts on the Square: Event, 6:30-8 pm, June 6, Betsy Paterson Square, 2 Dog Lane, Storrs, CT. Join the Mansfield Downtown Partnership for live music every Thursday in June and July* on the stage of the Jeffrey P. Ossen Family Foundation Pavilion on Betsy Paterson Square (*no concert July 4). The concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit mansfieldmusic.org. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Wheelchair Accessible Repeat dates: 6/13/ and 6/20/ Information: Rain date: Rain date for each concert is the following Tuesday. June 8 John E. Jackman Tour de Mansfield: Fee Event, Bike, 7 am to 1 pm, June 8, Mansfield Community Center 10 S. Eagleville Road, Storrs, CT. Explore Mansfield by bicycle! Choose from one of three rides (7, 20, or 40 miles) and enjoy Mansfield s historic villages, scenic views, new downtown, and the UConn campus. Road riding experience recommended. All routes are open to vehicle traffic. More info: mansfieldct.gov/biketour. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Fee Event, Registration Required, Bike/Helmet Required, Moderate, Difficult Information: Rain date: 6/9 7 am to 1 pm Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, June 8, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Repeat date: 6/15 Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. NHS Second Saturday Tour - Aaron Dwight Stevens: Walk, am, June 8, 69 East Town Street Norwich, CT. In October of 1859, Lisbon born and Norwich raised, Aaron Dwight Stevens, along with John Brown, led an historic raid at Harper s Ferry, Virginia, and woke the nation up to a new day in our history which was the impetus to put an end to slavery. That, however, was only a part of Dwight s adventurous life. He fought in the War against Mexico, with the elite Dragoons in New Mexico, and against the pro-slavery factions in Bloody Kansas. Those adventures, along with the love of two beautiful women, made his short life an almost unbelievable but very true story. Tom Coletti and Vic Butsch, authors of A Journey to the Gallows, would be pleased to share some of Dwight s amazing story with you. The tour is completely centered close to young Dwight s home, church and school at the Norwichtown Green, and will take one hour. Feel free to bring a portable folding chair if you wish. This walk is one hour. Please gather on the Norwichtown Green in front of the Norwich Heritage & Regional Visitors Center at 69 East Town Street. Parking is along the Norwichtown Green. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society Keys: Restrooms Nearby Information: June 9 noon, June 9, time and location varies, call or see Face-

21 book for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Additional Date: 6/16, June 10 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 10, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Repeat date: 6/17 Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. June 12 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 12, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Additional Dates: 6/19 Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 12, Location varies, call Additional Dates: 6/19 Information: June 13 Summer Concerts on the Square: Event, 6:30-8 pm, June 13, Betsy Paterson Square, 2 Dog Lane, Storrs, CT. Join the Mansfield Downtown Partnership for live music every Thursday in June and July* on the stage of the Jeffrey P. Ossen Family Foundation Pavilion on Betsy Paterson Square (*no concert July 4). The concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit mansfieldmusic.org. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Wheelchair Accessible Repeat date: 6/20 Information: Rain date: Rain date for each concert is the following Tuesday. June 15 Saturday Morning Special Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 9 am to noon, June 15, Time and ride locations vary. Enjoy miles of mixed terrain and a consistent intermediate+ pace for more advanced level riders, although it is also a no drop ride. Usually starts at 9 am every Saturday; locations vary. Details are posted in the QC NEMBA Forum Facebook group or call., Difficult Information: Weather permitting, see Facebook or call for info. June 16 noon, June 16, time and location varies, call or see Facebook for info. Sunday mornings (occasionally Saturday) ride for intermediate level and up for those looking to

22 have fun, stretch skills and learn from each other. The group will stop to play on skinnies, drops and other features along the way., Difficult Mountain Laurel Walk: Walk, 2-4 pm, June 16, Border Woods Sanctuary, Rt. 198, Woodstock, CT. With luck, our walk will coincide with the blooming of the swathes of mt. laurel common to this dramatic habitat. We ll stroll through ferny glens, past vernal pools, under shadowy hemlocks. This is a lovely place to walk; join us. Sponsored by: New Roxbury Land Trust, Inc Keys: Leashed Dogs Welcomed Information: June 17 Mellow Monday Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 17, Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd, Hampton, CT. For this weekly group ride, the goal is to keep it mellow! Social/beginner pace and intermediate pace available. All are welcome! We roll at 6 pm, please arrive early to get ready. Difficuly: Easy, Moderate Information: Weather permitting, call or see Facebook for info. June 19, Location varies, call Information: June 20 Summer Concerts on the Square: Event, 6:30-8 pm, June 20, Betsy Paterson Square, 2 Dog Lane, Storrs, CT. Join the Mansfield Downtown Partnership for live music every Thursday in June and July* on the stage of the Jeffrey P. Ossen Family Foundation Pavilion on Betsy Paterson Square (*no concert July 4). The concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit mansfieldmusic.org. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Inc. Keys: Restrooms Nearby, Wheelchair Accessible Information: Rain date: Rain date for each concert is the following Tuesday. June 19 Hump Day Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm, June 19, Mansfield Hollow State Park, 134 Warrenville Rd, Mansfield. (Southeast Elementary School park in the dirt Wednesday Ladies Mountain Bike Ride: Bike, 6-8 pm,