Talk: Restoration of the American Chestnut
Simsbury Library 725 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT, United StatesCT Chapter President Jack Swatt will give a talk on the restoration of the American Chestnut, hosted by the Gardeners of Simsbury
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CT-Chapter 2023 Annual Meeting
CT Forest & Park Association's headquarters 16 Meriden Road (Rte 66), Rockfall, CT, United StatesJoin us for our Annual Membership Meeting in person, at the Connecticut Forest & Park Association in Rockfall/Middletown. Read the Meeting Agenda here and the 2023 Nominations for Officers and Board Members here. Social hour starts at 9:00 with refreshments and the meeting will start promptly at 10:00. Following the meeting will be a lecture from […]
Visit of the chestnut orchards at Deer Lake Lodge
Deer Lake Lodge 101 Paper Mill Rd, Killingworth, CT, United StatesWhen the Deer Lake property was put up for sale, Pathfinders, Inc raised $4.75 million to preserve the property. Events will include a tour by CT Chapter board member, Michael Gaffey of the chestnut plantings that were coordinated prior to the sale.
CT-TACF Planting at Wilton Land Conservation Trust Orchard
Wilton Land Conservation Trust GCO 183 Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT, United StatesWilton Land Conservation Trust Orchard at 183 Ridgefield Rd., Wilton CT (Rain date - May 21st, same time) Please bring work gloves and water. Possibility of exposure to Poison Ivy and ticks so please wear appropriate clothing.
CT-TACF Planting at Denison Homestead Orchard
Denison Homestead 120 Pequotsepos Rd, Mystic, CT, United StatesPlanting at the Denison Homestead Orchard, 120 Pequotsepos Rd, Mystic, CT. Meet at the Farmer's Market area in the field (Not the Nature Center). Please bring work gloves and water. Possibility of exposure to Poison Ivy and ticks so please wear appropriate clothing.
CT-TACF Chestnut Hike in Wyantenock State Forest in Warren
Wyantenock State Forest, Warren Block 181 Woodville Rd, Warren, CT, United StatesWyantenock State Forest A previous timber harvest at this location has allowed chestnut sprouts to grow to flowering height. On this hike we will search for the flowering chestnut trees. We will also be holding an optional workshop to learn how to obtain samples to verify their pure American status as well as additional information […]
Durham, CT Movie Screening: Clear Day Thunder, Rescuing the American Chestnut
Korn Community Center 144 Pickett Ln, Durham, CT, Durham, CT, United StatesThe Coginchaug Outdoor Enrichment Center is very pleased to present this film in their new Korn Community Center on June 27th at 6:00 PM. Join us for the film created by The American Chestnut Foundation. This film follows the demise and hopeful recovery of this amazing species. Seating is limited, reserve you seats today at […]
CT Chapter Exhibit at the 2023 Durham Fair, CT
Durham Fair Durham Fair Grounds, Durham, CTCome visit the CT-TACF Chapter's exhibit booth in the Discovery Center at the 2023 Durham Fair in Durham, CT! We will have a booth with a lot of information about our work in CT and a full presentation will be given on Friday afternoon.
$15
CT Chapter and the Friends of Indian Hill Cemetery showing of Clear Day Thunder at the Rockfall Foundation, Middletown
Rockfall Foundation 27 Washington St #2, Middletown, United StatesThe Friends of Indian Hill Cemetery in partnership with The Rockfall Foundation and Middletown Garden Club will be hosting a showing of TACF documentary, Clear Day Thunder, about the American Chestnut and the work being done to restore it. Attendees will also hear about The Indian Hill Cemetery plans to help in the American Chestnut […]
Free
CT Chapter at Cheshire 3rd Annual Sustainability Fair
Cheshire Parks and Recreation Building 559 S Main Street, Cheshire, CT, United StatesDue to the rain, the fair will be held in the Parks and Recreation building at 559 S Main Street. The CT Chapter will be one of the exhibitors at the 3rd Annual Sustainability Fair in Cheshire CT! Come learn about our work to bring back the American Chestnut tree to our forests, as well […]