Experience the beauty of a meadow at dusk and the power of history at this unique evening event. Beginning at Chestnut Meadows, we will make our way to Hillside Cemetery’s historic Old Section, where local historians will bring Wilton’s Revolutionary War past to life.
Join the Wilton Land Trust for a guided hike through Marble Van Haelewyn-Richards Preserve led by ISA Master Arborist and CT Certified Arborist Christopher Teter, followed by native tree restoration. This hands-on experience is a meaningful way to learn about forest ecology and stewardship while contributing directly to habitat restoration efforts.
The Wilton Garden Club will dedicate its new Bee Resilient Garden at Hillside Cemetery and Arboretum on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend the event and learn more about the garden and the important role native plants play in supporting pollinators and local wildlife. Partially funded with a Bee Resilient Garden Grant […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, master gardener and Wilton resident Joe Bear for this free series of three fall migration bird walks at Allen’s Meadow. Millions of birds journey south to their wintering grounds this time of year, some staying in Connecticut, some traveling as far away as the pampas grasslands of South America. Bear will […]
This one-hour event offers children an opportunity to create an upcycled craft, join in a story time sing-along, and take a short meadow walk across Chestnut Meadows. Bring your blankets, […]
Mark your calendar for a magical night at Under the Harvest Moon — an unforgettable evening of delicious food, live music and community celebration, all in support of Woodcock Nature Center’s beloved environmental education programs. Set against the stunning backdrop of our candlelit pavilion and pond, enjoy carefully prepared dinner by chefs Sarah and Bernard […]
Scheduled during peak migration seasons, this guided walk through Schenck’s Island with birding guide Joe Bear invites participants to spot and identify a variety of birds as they pass through Wilton. If we’re lucky, we will see and hear up to 50 different species!
Join Woodcock Nature Center and the Ridgefield Conservation Commission for a lovely guided hike! We will also be taking a closer look at what plants produce in the fall to spread their seeds, from berries and drupes to seed pods and capsules. There is a lot to learn about and appreciate on our trails -— […]
Join expert birder, conservationist, master gardener and Wilton resident Joe Bear for this free series of three fall migration bird walks at Allen’s Meadow. Millions of birds journey south to their wintering grounds this time of year, some staying in Connecticut, some traveling as far away as the pampas grasslands of South America. Bear will […]
Join the Wilton Land Trust for warm cider, donuts and paper lantern decorating in the barn, followed by a rehabilitated bird of prey release with Wildlife in Crisis. As dusk falls, we’ll set off together, lanterns aglow, for a stroll through meadow and woodland trails.
