The Cornwall Conservation Trust’s mission is to help preserve Cornwall’s unique rural and agricultural character. It does this through either acquiring land or promoting the use of easements on private land to protect areas of special natural resources, habitats, or views from development. We recognize our success depends upon an educated and aware public. It [Read More...]
On Sunday, May 10, at 10am, there will be a Mothers’ day hike including a guided meditation at the Beaver Pond, down the Trinity Forest Preserve Trail. Meet at the entrance at top of Dibble Hill Road. Led by CCT Steward, Mare Rubin. This is a mile and a quarter walk through beautiful forest, culminating [Read More...]
On Saturday, June 6 at 10am we will explore the Day Preserve with Sanah Petersen to celebrate CT Trails Day. The CT Forest and Parks Association sets aside this weekend across the state to “explore trails and enjoy the great outdoors”. This is a moderate walk for almost 2 miles through a fern-covered woodland which [Read More...]
On Saturday, June 13 at 10am we will hike the Matland Preserve led by D. Callahan to celebrate CTVisit’s Open House Day. CT Visit supports a series of events to educate about the land and history of the state. The Matland Preserve is 72 forested acres on the south slope of iconic Tarradiddle Mountain in [Read More...]
On Saturday July 11 at 10am, we will explore the Ballyhack Preserve with Jean Bouteiller. This is Cornwall’s gem, cool and covered in Mountain Laurel. It is an easy .75 mile walk with one tight scramble as it winds through century pines and follows a ravine overlook. Park on Route 125 across from the southern [Read More...]
On Saturday, August 8, at 10 am, join Terry Burke for a hike through the Red Mountain, Dobbs, and Greyledge Preserves. This property is part of a keystone forest that provides important wildlife habitat and connectivity between the Mohawk State Park and the Hollenbeck River watershed. The hike features rocky ledges and views of a [Read More...]
On Saturday, August 29, at 10 am there will be an Invasive Species Scavenger Hunt led by Ellie Appleseed at the Rattlesnake Preserve, offering two $50 gift card prizes. Designed for landowners and families, this fun and educational program will help participants learn to identify plants that threaten native habitats and explore ways to manage [Read More...]
Saturday, September 19 at 10am, Terry Burke and Deb Bennett will lead a walk through the fields and forests of Rattlesnake Preserve, a mosaic of many different agricultural uses. This event is part of the Housatonic Heritage Walks. See more about this series at HousatonicHeritage.org. Park at the Rattlesnake Road entrance near Cogswell Road. Please [Read More...]
Saturday, September 26 at 10am, is our annual mushrooming walk with Dave Paton. This is always a memorable and joyful search for whatever is popping and so far, we are having a plentiful year. Please check the website, CornwallConservation.org, for the location closer to the date so we can choose the best site.
On Saturday, October 10, at 10 am, there will be an introductory walk to the Cooley Preserve at the end of Cherry Hill Road, led by CCT Steward Moss Mansell. This is an exciting beginning of a new one-mile trail which includes old fields and woodlands and a stunning view of the Housatonic Valley. The [Read More...]
