The Durham Fair is one of the largest fairs in CT. We host an exhibit educating people about the American chestnut and our mission in the Discovery Center. Stop by, shuck chestnuts harvested a few days before the fair, and come ask all your questions! We are looking for volunteer for our table. Sign up […]
Join us at the CT Forest and Park Association HQ at 16 Meriden Rd, Rockfall on Thursday, October 3rd anytime between 3 PM to 8 PM to collect all the chestnuts from the harvested burs, and enjoy a friendly pot luck gathering. Bring a dish or desert, chestnut themed preferred but not required. CFPA asks that […]
Hike along a trail with various identified tree species, see native American chestnut trees, and backcross breed chestnut trees, the tabletop overlook, rock quarry remains, wetlands, ledges and an old homestead stone foundation, located in the Plainfield part of Pachaug State Forest. Approximately 2 miles. Sponsored by the Friends of Pachaug Forest, friendsofpachaugforest.org. Meet at […]
Volunteer Opportunity for people in the Stafford Springs area. Come and help maintain the Norcross Seed Orchard and Pollinator Gardens. Please bring gardening gloves and any gardening hand tool you may find useful.