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Walktober Photo Contest! Valley Member Supported by The people, places and scenes of Walktober are unique and r memorable. Seize the sights before you! Walktober o • Photo must be taken at a 2015 Walktober experience • Submit hi-resolution photo by email to [email protected] • Include your name, phone number and the Walktober name/location Challenge! with your photo Do You Walktober? Of course you do! rrid • Submission deadline: November 22, 2015 Accept The Challenge: o • 1st place photo will be featured prominently on the 2016 Walktober • Attend 15 Walktober experiences this year brochure cover • Sign in on each attendance sheet • 2nd-5th place photos will also be featured in the 2016 Walktober • Have your photo taken at each Walktober C ge brochure, with size and placement at • Submit all photos, locations, your name & phone number a the discretion of the selection committee at once to [email protected] t • Deadline for entries: December 1, 2015 Contest open to TLGV Members only! • Prize: A specially-designed Walktober Challenge t-shirt – Not a member? wear it proudly! Join online at thelastgreenvalley.org

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information when submitting photos. We encourage The Last Green Valley reserves the right to use any photos submitted to The Last Green Valley for any purpose. We always try to give credit to i photos of people enjoying Walktober experiences, but must have written permission from any recognizable the photographer, so be sure to include complete contact information when submitting photos. We encourage photos of people enjoying t subjects, particularly minors (we need permission from Walktober experiences, but must have written permission from any recognizable subjects, particularly minors (we need permission from their parents/guardians) in order to publish the photos. their parents/guardians) in order to publish the photos. Na Explore! Walktober in The Last Green Valley

The Last Green Valley is a National Heritage Corridor – 35 towns in eastern Connecticut and south-central Massachusetts, brimming with natural beauty, historic Meet Mr. Walktober 2015 – Mike Bartlett treasures, thriving farms, unique tastes, sips, and shops, and the most enthusiastic The “Mr. or Ms. Walktober” honor has been Walktober leaders you’ve ever met, ready to help you explore and discover it all. bestowed upon only a small number of leaders Celebrate the 25th year of Walktober! What started out as a “Walking Weekend” many over the past few years, and we are pleased to wel- years ago has expanded to more than a month’s worth of adventures. Walks, strolls, bike come Mike Bartlett into this extraordinary club! rides, paddles, and events galore, all led by passionate volunteer leaders, put new twists Mike has led Walktober woods walks and on old familiar places or introduce you to eye-opening and brand new discoveries! forestry tours for at least 15 years, educating scores of participants about the importance Want to Explore! more? of sound forestry management. He has been a Don’t stop after Walktober. Keep that adventurous spirit year-round. You can return to forester with Hull Forest Products for 37 years, these places throughout the year. Bring family and friends! Use our annual Explore! Guide and is instrumental in Hull’s public outreach and as your #1 resource to the region. The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) also offers monthly education efforts. Member Programs & Acorn Adventures. Visit our website, thelastgreenvalley.org, and our Mike lives in Woodstock with his wife, Cathy. Facebook page for ever-changing, fun-filled, up-to-date options! They have two grown children, Matthew & Susan, who live nearby in Thompson. Mike has been Reminders active with many conservation organizations over ☝ Note Key Symbols, as they are your guide the years, serving on the Windham County 4-H to an age-appropriate and pleasurable Foundation Board of Directors, the Camp Nahaco experience Park Commission, and as a Boy Scout Leader in  Dress sensibly in sturdy shoes and layered Woodstock for 10 years. He currently serves on clothing. the Windham County Extension Council, the CT Forest Practices Advisory Board, and he manages Bring insect repellent, sunscreen,  the woodlands owned by the Wolf Den Land water, snacks. Trust. Mike’s work has been recognized by the New England Society of American  Note age-appropriateness of walk. Foresters, with the Austin Cary Practicing Professional Award and the Northeastern

☎ Register in advance if required. Loggers Association Outstanding Forest Resources Manager Award.

 Bring friendly, vaccinated dogs ONLY on This year, you can join Mr. Walktober on Saturday, October 17, at either 9 a.m., those walks marked . Keep them on 11 a.m., or 2 p.m., for “From Forest to Flooring,” an insider’s tour of Hull’s modern leashes and please clean up any mess. sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. You can also join Mike on Sunday, ⛅ Walks go on rain or shine, unless the October 18 at 1:30 p.m. to learn about sustainable forestry, the history of Union, walk leader determines that condi- and George H. Myers, the man behind the Yale-Myers Forest. tions are unsafe or that weather totally Thanks Mike, for helping to make Walktober so successful! obscures the view.

The Last Green Valley programs and projects are generously supported by:

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Newell & Betty Hale Foundation

Danielson Surplus Sales • United Technologies Corporation

☎ Register in advance if required. Loggers Association Outstanding Forest Resources Manager Award.

The Last Green Valley programs and projects are generously supported by:

M arty’s of Dudley

Newell & Betty Hale Foundation

Danielson Surplus Sales • United Technologies Corporation

Walktober 2015 is proudly supported Walktober 2015 is also also proudly sponsored by Our advertisers help bring this by the following towns: the following nonprofit and business members: Walktober 2015 brochure to you: Chaplin Lisbon Avalonia Land Conservancy, Inc. Buell’s Orchard, Central Mass South Chamber, Chase Graphics, Coventry Pomfret Buell’s Orchard Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm, The Farmer’s Cow Calfé, Eastford Putnam Golden Lamb Buttery Joshua’s Trust, Law Office of Andrea Truppa, Franklin Sprague Pierce Care Downtown Norwich Farmer’s Market, Mystic Country, Putnam Independent & Assisted Living; Rehab & Long-Term Care Business Association, QVCC Foundation, Hampton Sturbridge Semaki & Bird Rawson Materials, Sturbridge Tourist Association, Killingly Voluntown Village Electric Taylor Brooke Winery, Temple Bnai’ Israel, The Vanilla Bean Café, Wheelabrator Technologies, Willimantic Brewing Company, Willimantic Food Co-Op, Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp, and Wyndham Land Trust. Please give all of our advertisers, municipal, nonprofit, and business sponsors a high-five, patronize their establishments, and thank them when you see them! KEY n = Green squares are free walks, hikes, bikes, paddles, events = Blue squares are free multi-day events n 117 n = Red squares are fee events H= The Last Green Valley office 203B Main St. (2nd floor), Danielson, CT Open Monday-Thursday 8 am - 4 pm 860-774-3300 • thelastgreenvalley.org 70 175 = Scenic drive 20 112 166/167 Putnam Willimantic Norwich Event Event Event 132 Numbers: Numbers: Numbers: 23/46 16 10 2 78 93 125 29 4 81 103 133 38 5 92 115 134 57 6 105 136 100 9 110 25/94/161 141 107 11 116 52 142 124 14 126 85 128/129 143 186 17 135 155 21 144 111 162 34 145 55 163 42 147 108 30 77 43 148 48 153 119 98/99 139 53 156 123 8 169/172 58 157 60 159 83/87 190 24 61 176 31 76 185 1 37 Walktober 63 184 12 Tolland 80 65 187 See upper left of map for complete 51 15 Putnam listing 146 Watch for 68 106 18/79 178 188 152 138 our walk 96 84 location signs! 45 183 Willington

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For More Information Contact The Last Green Valley at 860-774-3300 or visit thelastgreenvalley.org KEY n = Green squares are free walks, hikes, bikes, paddles, events = Blue squares are free multi-day events n 117 n = Red squares are fee events H= The Last Green Valley office 203B Main St. (2nd floor), Danielson, CT Open Monday-Thursday 8 am - 4 pm 860-774-3300 • thelastgreenvalley.org 70 175 = Scenic drive 20 112 166/167 Putnam Willimantic Norwich Event Event Event 132 Numbers: Numbers: Numbers: 23/46 16 10 2 78 93 125 29 4 81 103 133 38 5 92 115 134 57 6 105 136 100 9 110 25/94/161 141 107 11 116 52 142 124 14 126 85 128/129 143 186 17 135 155 21 144 111 162 34 145 55 163 42 147 108 30 77 43 148 48 153 119 98/99 139 53 156 123 8 169/172 58 157 60 159 83/87 190 24 61 176 31 76 185 1 37 Walktober 63 184 12 Tolland 80 65 187 See upper left of map for complete 51 15 Putnam listing 146 Watch for 68 106 18/79 178 188 152 138 our walk 96 84 location signs! 45 183 Willington

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Y FREE WALKTOBERS (Walks, Hikes, Bikes, Paddles, Events) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Celebrating Woodstock Fairgrounds, Rte. 169, Celebrating Agriculture is a fun, FREE educational day showcasing the benefits agriculture provides to the region, Event Agriculture Woodstock, CT. 860-779-0557. as well as the challenges farms face today. Learn who your farm neighbors are, and how to support local agriculture 1 C to enrich and maintain the open space - the working landscape - of our area. Celebratingagriculture.org. Open 6 hours. Coordinated by: CT U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. 10 a.m. Freedom Trail 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. The David Ruggles Freedom Courtyard, where the Norwich Freedom Bell is located, has been listed on the Event Ceremony 860-887-6964. Connecticut Freedom trail. Join us as we unveil the marker and ring the Freedom Bell in celebration of the event! 2 ●  1 hour. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. 10 a.m. - 4 Positively Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 Hampton Rd. A day of old-fashioned fun and community activity! Takes place outdoors (weather permitting) at Recreation Park p.m. Day (Rte. 97), Pomfret, CT. 860-974-1423. with family fun like music, games, inflatables, vendors, food and more! Entrance and parking are free, but you 3 Event C might want to spend a little money on some delicious foods and wares. Pomfretct.gov/recreation. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Town of Pomfret. 11:30 a.m. R adical Norwich - City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. For many in Norwich, Abolition was a radical movement which threatened the country and people’s livelihood. We Walk ■ The Abolitionists 860-887-6964. will start at the David Ruggles Freedom Courtyard in front of Norwich City Hall, and within one mile and one hour, 4 *Repeats Sun. see a cross-section of Norwich history and the deep divisions within the community. Norwichct.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sept. 27 3 p.m. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. 2 p.m. 4th Annual 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Tour the diverse dining scene in historic Chelsea Harbor and learn a little history along the way. Various ethnic foods Walk ● ( Norwich Grub 860-887-6964. will be sampled, beverages are on your own. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call NCDC to register at 860-887-6964. 5 R Crawl Askncdc.com. 2.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development Corporation. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. A Jaunt Along the 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Heritage Trail is a riverfront trail that runs along the Yantic River from historic Chelsea Harbor to Uncas Leap Heritage Park. Walk ♦ Heritage Walk 860-887-6964. Visit a beautiful natural resource, learn about plans to expand the trail and to create additional walking opportunities in 6 the city. Askncdc.com. 2 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development Corporation. 11 a.m. Pomfret Farm Lapsley Orchard, 403 Orchard Hill Rd., Take a walk through orchards and fields to experience full scale fruit and vegetable production from a local farm at Walk ● R Tour Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. its best. Learn the many lessons that Mother Nature has taught professional grower, John Wolchesky (aka Johnny 7 860-928-9186. Appleseed). Bring your questions! Lapsleyorchard.com. 1 hour, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Lapsley Orchard. Noon - 4 p.m. Thompson Riverside Park, Riverside Dr., Come to the 12th Annual Thompson Community Day which celebrates the unique people, organizations and Event C Community Day Thompson (N. Grosvenordale), CT. businesses in our great town. Enjoy the local talent and great family fun! Free admission and parking. 8 SOct. 4 860-923-9440. Thompsonrec.org. Open 4 hours. Sponsored by: Town of Thompson. Noon - 4 p.m. 1 p.m. Croquet TBD Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. The game of croquet was widely popular right here in Norwich beginning in the Victorian era. Join croquet Event ● ( Tournament - beginners and enthusiasts to play or watch a croquet tournament. To register as a player, call NCDC: 860-887-6964. 9  C Honoring this For more information, visit the Norwich Historical Society’s events page on Facebook. 3 hours. Sponsored by: Pastime of Norwich Community Development Corporation. Victorian Norwich Sunday, September 27 continued on next page

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Did You Know that The Last Green Valley is the 3rd largest watershed draining into Long Island Sound? Sunday, September 27 continued 3 p.m. Radical Norwich - City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. For many in Norwich, Abolition was a radical movement which threatened the country and people’s livelihood. We Walk ■ The Abolitionists 860-887-6964. will start at the David Ruggles Freedom Courtyard in front of Norwich City Hall, and within one mile and one hour, 4 see a cross-section of Norwich history and the deep divisions within the community. Norwichct.org. 1 hour, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Free Walktobers 1 p.m. The Three Bridges Main St. (Rte. 66) at Jillson Square, We will review the great historical photos at Liberty Bank downtown and then explore the Victorian Footbridge, Walk ● C of Downtown Windham (Willimantic), CT. Frog Bridge, and Bridge of Flowers. Lots of history and beauty to behold. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. 10 SOct. 17 Willimantic - Directions/Parking: Parking in the Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 12:30 p.m. and More! First Baptist Church lot. 860-617-3308. *Repeats Sat. Oct. 10 10 a.m. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Civil War Maritime 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Turn the clock back to the “War of The Rebellion” and speak with Commodore Joseph Lanman, a native of Norwich, Walk ● History 860-887-6964. and his wife Ann Cornelia. This walking tour will cover Norwich’s maritime history, from the first English settlers and 11 *Repeats Sat. Mohicans, through the Revolutionary War, to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Learn how a woman coped Oct. 24 1:30 p.m. in a male-dominated society while her husband was on faraway stations plus some little known historical oddities about Norwich and the sea. Norwichhistoricalsociety. org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. Vines, Wines and 848 Route 171, Woodstock, CT. Live the life of a vine as you learn about planting, growth, harvesting, the challenges that arise, and how grapes become Walk ● Pleasant Times at 860-974-1263. wine with your host and vineyard owner Linda. You’ll taste two Taylor Brooke favorites on the house, and are welcome to 12 R ( Taylor Brooke shop after the walk is complete. Limited to 50 attendees. Pre-registration is required, age 21 and over, by emailing age 21+ only [email protected]. Taylorbrookewinery.com. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Taylor Brooke Winery. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Quinebaug River 18 Day St. & Greenway Dr., Brooklyn, Paddle the Quinebaug River with TLGV Chief Ranger Bill Reid. We’ll put in at the boat launch at Maury Bowen Paddle Paddle CT. 860-774-3300. Riverside Park in Brooklyn and paddle upstream towards Rogers Dam, then float back to the launch. Along the 13 ■ ( way we’ll enjoy river scenery and fall foliage. Registration required to Bill Reid by calling 860-774-3300 or email age 12+ only [email protected]. Thelastgreenvalley.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. Rain Cancels 10 a.m. Bohemian 84 East Town St., Norwich, CT. Salons, exhibitions and literary book clubs filled the lives of Norwichians Ozias and Hannah Dodge, Charlotte Fuller Walk ■ Norwichtown 860-887-6964. Eastman, Helen Newton and others. When they weren’t teaching in their classrooms at NFA, they were working in 14 *Repeats Sat. their downtown studios or planning the next soiree. Enter the lives of Norwich’s artistic community at the turn of the Oct. 17 3 p.m. 20th century. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy & Slater Memorial Museum. 1 p.m. The View from Weiss & Hale Financial, 697 Pomfret The popular trek is again revisited on Wyndham Land Trust and privately-owned property. The terrain is rolling hills Walk ■ R Aicher’s Hill St., Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. with abundant wildlife and many bird species. The midpoint of the walk is the “Fairy Pond,” followed by beautiful 15 (  860-928-2341. vistas west from atop a grassy field. Most of the walk is a well-kept grassy path, though there are some steep hills, SOct. 23 1 p.m. which may have wet and possibly muddy terrain. Enjoy cider, donuts and apples offered in the hospitality tent courtesy of Weiss and Hale before and after the hike. Register by emailing [email protected] or calling 860-928-2341. Weissandhale.com. 1 hour, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Weiss & Hale Financial. 6 - 9 p.m. F irst Friday in Main St., Putnam, CT. Parking Discover Putnam’s First Friday and close out another great season that focused on a Century of Art with a Event  C Putnam available in public lot on Kennedy Dr., “Look at the Digital Age.” Enjoy this art-based street festival’s live entertainment, art vendors, art projects. 16 on South Main St., and in Riverfront Explore the local merchants and restaurants, too! Discoverputnam.com. Runs for 3 hours. Sponsored by: Commons lot. 860-928-1350. Putnam Business Association.

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Saturday, October 4 continued on next page Sunday, September 27 continued 3 p.m. Radical Norwich - City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. For many in Norwich, Abolition was a radical movement which threatened the country and people’s livelihood. We Walk ■ The Abolitionists 860-887-6964. will start at the David Ruggles Freedom Courtyard in front of Norwich City Hall, and within one mile and one hour, 4 see a cross-section of Norwich history and the deep divisions within the community. Norwichct.org. 1 hour, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Free Walktobers 1 p.m. The Three Bridges Main St. (Rte. 66) at Jillson Square, We will review the great historical photos at Liberty Bank downtown and then explore the Victorian Footbridge, Walk ● C of Downtown Windham (Willimantic), CT. Frog Bridge, and Bridge of Flowers. Lots of history and beauty to behold. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. 10 SOct. 17 Willimantic - Directions/Parking: Parking in the Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 12:30 p.m. and More! First Baptist Church lot. 860-617-3308. *Repeats Sat. Oct. 10 10 a.m. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Civil War Maritime 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Turn the clock back to the “War of The Rebellion” and speak with Commodore Joseph Lanman, a native of Norwich, Walk ● History 860-887-6964. and his wife Ann Cornelia. This walking tour will cover Norwich’s maritime history, from the first English settlers and 11 *Repeats Sat. Mohicans, through the Revolutionary War, to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Learn how a woman coped Oct. 24 1:30 p.m. in a male-dominated society while her husband was on faraway stations plus some little known historical oddities about Norwich and the sea. Norwichhistoricalsociety. org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. Vines, Wines and 848 Route 171, Woodstock, CT. Live the life of a vine as you learn about planting, growth, harvesting, the challenges that arise, and how grapes become Walk ● Pleasant Times at 860-974-1263. wine with your host and vineyard owner Linda. You’ll taste two Taylor Brooke favorites on the house, and are welcome to 12 R ( Taylor Brooke shop after the walk is complete. Limited to 50 attendees. Pre-registration is required, age 21 and over, by emailing age 21+ only [email protected]. Taylorbrookewinery.com. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Taylor Brooke Winery. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Quinebaug River 18 Day St. & Greenway Dr., Brooklyn, Paddle the Quinebaug River with TLGV Chief Ranger Bill Reid. We’ll put in at the boat launch at Maury Bowen Paddle Paddle CT. 860-774-3300. Riverside Park in Brooklyn and paddle upstream towards Rogers Dam, then float back to the launch. Along the 13 ■ ( way we’ll enjoy river scenery and fall foliage. Registration required to Bill Reid by calling 860-774-3300 or email age 12+ only [email protected]. Thelastgreenvalley.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. Rain Cancels 10 a.m. Bohemian 84 East Town St., Norwich, CT. Salons, exhibitions and literary book clubs filled the lives of Norwichians Ozias and Hannah Dodge, Charlotte Fuller Walk ■ Norwichtown 860-887-6964. Eastman, Helen Newton and others. When they weren’t teaching in their classrooms at NFA, they were working in 14 *Repeats Sat. their downtown studios or planning the next soiree. Enter the lives of Norwich’s artistic community at the turn of the Oct. 17 3 p.m. 20th century. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy & Slater Memorial Museum. 1 p.m. The View from Weiss & Hale Financial, 697 Pomfret The popular trek is again revisited on Wyndham Land Trust and privately-owned property. The terrain is rolling hills Walk ■ R Aicher’s Hill St., Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. with abundant wildlife and many bird species. The midpoint of the walk is the “Fairy Pond,” followed by beautiful 15 (  860-928-2341. vistas west from atop a grassy field. Most of the walk is a well-kept grassy path, though there are some steep hills, SOct. 23 1 p.m. which may have wet and possibly muddy terrain. Enjoy cider, donuts and apples offered in the hospitality tent courtesy of Weiss and Hale before and after the hike. Register by emailing [email protected] or calling 860-928-2341. Weissandhale.com. 1 hour, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Weiss & Hale Financial. 6 - 9 p.m. F irst Friday in Main St., Putnam, CT. Parking Discover Putnam’s First Friday and close out another great season that focused on a Century of Art with a Event  C Putnam available in public lot on Kennedy Dr., “Look at the Digital Age.” Enjoy this art-based street festival’s live entertainment, art vendors, art projects. 16 on South Main St., and in Riverfront Explore the local merchants and restaurants, too! Discoverputnam.com. Runs for 3 hours. Sponsored by: Commons lot. 860-928-1350. Putnam Business Association.

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Saturday, October 4 continued on next page Friday, October 2 continued 6 p.m. Special Zombie Otis Library, 261 Main St., Norwich, View the Zombie Thriller and cult classic movie “Remains,” which was filmed in downtown Norwich. Limited seating, Event ● R  Thriller Screening CT. 860-889-2365. first-come, first-served. Take a short walk through downtown after the screening to learn about the filming process 17 age 12+ only “Remains” “on location.” Otislibrarynorwich.org. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Otis Library. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Water Rising CT Audubon Center, 218 Day Rd., You are invited to a unique and magical event to launch Water Rising, a stunning book which celebrates our quiet Event R  Pomfret, CT. 860-928-4948. corner. Hear, see, discuss, and enjoy this highly acclaimed art collaboration. Enjoy refreshments while viewing the 18 original artwork and listening to a short presentation by the authors. Books will be for sale, with proceeds going to support the work of CT Audubon. Water-rising.com. 1.5 hours. Sponsored by: CT Audubon Society. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Free Walktobers 8 a.m. Rise and Shine! Holton Rd. Franklin, CT. Directions/ Awake with this early morning fall walk on Sprague Conservation Commission’s property. Walk up hills, see Walk ■ at the Sprague Parking: From Baltic, take Rte. 207 waterfalls and meadows, too. What a great wake up call! Ctsprague.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Sprague 19 Watson Property west, right onto Holton Rd. (before Conservation Commission. the Franklin School), drive almost to end, parking on left in mowed field/ marked area. 860-822-9808. 9 a.m. F rench River U.S. Army Corps Greenbriar Start with a half hour walk/talk at parking area about impact of invasive plants. Then float 2.6 miles through a Paddle ● ( Canoe Trail Recreation Area, 591 Main St. (directly low gradient portion of the French River, highlighting the natural features of the river, including animal & plant 20 behind 581 Main St.), Oxford, MA. life in the water and on the banks. End at Hodges Village Dam with transport back to vehicles, return to retrieve age 12+ only 508-769-3659, 508-987-0979. your vessel. Limited to 12 canoes/kayaks. Pre-registration required with Glenn Krevosky at 508-769-3659 or glenn. [email protected]. 3-4 hours, 2.6 miles in water, 6 miles round trip. Sponsored by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers & EBT Environmental Consultants, Inc. 9 a.m. Norwich Harbor Thayer’s Marine, 47 Falls Ave., Three rivers come together at Norwich Harbor which is rich with history! Bring your kayak or canoe and PFD for Paddle ♦ ( Kayak/Canoe Tour Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. a guided tour of the harbor, the mouth of Yantic Falls and the Shetucket River. Registration required as space is 21 limited. Call NCDC to register: 860-887-6964. Kayak rentals are available, and there are six complimentary kayaks for age 12+ only use (must call ahead to reserve). Thayersmarine.com. 2.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: City of Norwich. 9:30 a.m. - 5th Annual FACES FAHS Hall, 76 North Canterbury Rd. Enjoy the 5th annual Finnish American Heritage Society’s exhibition & sale of fine art/fine craft works by skilled 3 p.m. at FAHS! Open (Rte. 169), Canterbury, CT. artisans in many mediums, live music & demonstrations in several craft forms. Guided tours of FAHS’ Archives, 22 Event House & Fine Art 860-546-6671. Museum, Library & Sauna. Refreshments include salmon chowder, Finnish pulla bread & more! Fahs-ct.org. Open for & Craft Exhibit 5.5 hours. Sponsored by: Finnish American Heritage Society. and Sale 9:30 a.m. F amily Bicycle 115 Wallace Rd., Sturbridge, MA. Enjoy a relaxed, family friendly bicycle ride through Westville Lake Recreation Area. We will ride on the flat rail Bike ● R C Ride at Westville Directions/Parking: Park in lot. bed along the beautiful Quinebaug River, stopping to enjoy a snack at a bridge overlooking the river. Pedal is an 23  Lake 508-764-6549. approximately 1.5 miles out and back route. Ci.southbridgema.us/recreation. 1 hour, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Recreation Department and Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Air Line Rail Trail 121 Riverside Dr. (Rte. 12), Thompson Ride proceeds northerly into Douglas State Park in MA to the Stone Arch Bridge and returns. Trail is currently gravel Bike ■ ( Bike Ride (Mechanicsville), CT. Directions/ with expectations that the five plus miles in Thompson may have the stone dust top coating finished by the time 24  Parking: Park at large lot at 121 of this ride (). One stream will not have a bridge deck at the time of the ride, walk bikes past SOct. 17 10 a.m. Riverside Dr., Mechanicsville (just this using the storm drainpipe under I-395. Other streams are currently bridged. Path follows Rail Trail through north of Putnam), located on the farmlands, woodlands, site of the GREAT TRAIN WRECK (four-train chain reaction crash), a curious anthropological southern end of this section. site, beaver dams, trout streams, the Tri-State Marker Trail turn off and the picturesque Stone Arch Bridge. Register 401-996-6875. with Charlie by calling 401-996-6875 or email [email protected]. Thompsonct.org. 2 hours, < 20 miles. Sponsored by: Thompson Trails Committee. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Black Tavern’s The Black Tavern, 138 Center Rd., No admission fee for this great annual craft fair, but there will be a lot to tempt you, so be prepared. Pick up a Event Annual Craft Fair Dudley, MA. 508-943-8782. unique gift as you visit The Black Tavern, listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings! Blacktavern.com. 25 Open for 6 hours. Sponsored by: The Black Tavern Historical Society. Saturday, October 3 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras

Did You Know that The Last Green Valley remains 77% forest and farmland? Friday, October 2 continued 6 p.m. Special Zombie Otis Library, 261 Main St., Norwich, View the Zombie Thriller and cult classic movie “Remains,” which was filmed in downtown Norwich. Limited seating, Event ● R  Thriller Screening CT. 860-889-2365. first-come, first-served. Take a short walk through downtown after the screening to learn about the filming process 17 age 12+ only “Remains” “on location.” Otislibrarynorwich.org. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Otis Library. 6 - 7:30 p.m. Water Rising CT Audubon Center, 218 Day Rd., You are invited to a unique and magical event to launch Water Rising, a stunning book which celebrates our quiet Event R  Pomfret, CT. 860-928-4948. corner. Hear, see, discuss, and enjoy this highly acclaimed art collaboration. Enjoy refreshments while viewing the 18 original artwork and listening to a short presentation by the authors. Books will be for sale, with proceeds going to support the work of CT Audubon. Water-rising.com. 1.5 hours. Sponsored by: CT Audubon Society. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Free Walktobers 8 a.m. Rise and Shine! Holton Rd. Franklin, CT. Directions/ Awake with this early morning fall walk on Sprague Conservation Commission’s property. Walk up hills, see Walk ■ at the Sprague Parking: From Baltic, take Rte. 207 waterfalls and meadows, too. What a great wake up call! Ctsprague.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Sprague 19 Watson Property west, right onto Holton Rd. (before Conservation Commission. the Franklin School), drive almost to end, parking on left in mowed field/ marked area. 860-822-9808. 9 a.m. F rench River U.S. Army Corps Greenbriar Start with a half hour walk/talk at parking area about impact of invasive plants. Then float 2.6 miles through a Paddle ● ( Canoe Trail Recreation Area, 591 Main St. (directly low gradient portion of the French River, highlighting the natural features of the river, including animal & plant 20 behind 581 Main St.), Oxford, MA. life in the water and on the banks. End at Hodges Village Dam with transport back to vehicles, return to retrieve age 12+ only 508-769-3659, 508-987-0979. your vessel. Limited to 12 canoes/kayaks. Pre-registration required with Glenn Krevosky at 508-769-3659 or glenn. [email protected]. 3-4 hours, 2.6 miles in water, 6 miles round trip. Sponsored by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers & EBT Environmental Consultants, Inc. 9 a.m. Norwich Harbor Thayer’s Marine, 47 Falls Ave., Three rivers come together at Norwich Harbor which is rich with history! Bring your kayak or canoe and PFD for Paddle ♦ ( Kayak/Canoe Tour Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. a guided tour of the harbor, the mouth of Yantic Falls and the Shetucket River. Registration required as space is 21 limited. Call NCDC to register: 860-887-6964. Kayak rentals are available, and there are six complimentary kayaks for age 12+ only use (must call ahead to reserve). Thayersmarine.com. 2.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: City of Norwich. 9:30 a.m. - 5th Annual FACES FAHS Hall, 76 North Canterbury Rd. Enjoy the 5th annual Finnish American Heritage Society’s exhibition & sale of fine art/fine craft works by skilled 3 p.m. at FAHS! Open (Rte. 169), Canterbury, CT. artisans in many mediums, live music & demonstrations in several craft forms. Guided tours of FAHS’ Archives, 22 Event House & Fine Art 860-546-6671. Museum, Library & Sauna. Refreshments include salmon chowder, Finnish pulla bread & more! Fahs-ct.org. Open for & Craft Exhibit 5.5 hours. Sponsored by: Finnish American Heritage Society. and Sale 9:30 a.m. F amily Bicycle 115 Wallace Rd., Sturbridge, MA. Enjoy a relaxed, family friendly bicycle ride through Westville Lake Recreation Area. We will ride on the flat rail Bike ● R C Ride at Westville Directions/Parking: Park in lot. bed along the beautiful Quinebaug River, stopping to enjoy a snack at a bridge overlooking the river. Pedal is an 23  Lake 508-764-6549. approximately 1.5 miles out and back route. Ci.southbridgema.us/recreation. 1 hour, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Recreation Department and Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Air Line Rail Trail 121 Riverside Dr. (Rte. 12), Thompson Ride proceeds northerly into Douglas State Park in MA to the Stone Arch Bridge and returns. Trail is currently gravel Bike ■ ( Bike Ride (Mechanicsville), CT. Directions/ with expectations that the five plus miles in Thompson may have the stone dust top coating finished by the time 24  Parking: Park at large lot at 121 of this ride (). One stream will not have a bridge deck at the time of the ride, walk bikes past SOct. 17 10 a.m. Riverside Dr., Mechanicsville (just this using the storm drainpipe under I-395. Other streams are currently bridged. Path follows Rail Trail through north of Putnam), located on the farmlands, woodlands, site of the GREAT TRAIN WRECK (four-train chain reaction crash), a curious anthropological southern end of this section. site, beaver dams, trout streams, the Tri-State Marker Trail turn off and the picturesque Stone Arch Bridge. Register 401-996-6875. with Charlie by calling 401-996-6875 or email [email protected]. Thompsonct.org. 2 hours, < 20 miles. Sponsored by: Thompson Trails Committee. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Black Tavern’s The Black Tavern, 138 Center Rd., No admission fee for this great annual craft fair, but there will be a lot to tempt you, so be prepared. Pick up a Event Annual Craft Fair Dudley, MA. 508-943-8782. unique gift as you visit The Black Tavern, listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings! Blacktavern.com. 25 Open for 6 hours. Sponsored by: The Black Tavern Historical Society. Saturday, October 3 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras

Did You Know that The Last Green Valley remains 77% forest and farmland? Saturday, october 3 continued 10 a.m. Chestnuts and Colbridge Rd., Plainfield, CT. Take a walk along the orange trail and view various identified species of trees, including American chestnut Walk ■ Overlooks Directions/Parking: Exit 87 off I-395, backcross breed plantings and native American chestnut trees, the tabletop overlook, quarry remains, wetlands, 26 SOct. 24 10 a.m. go 1 mi. south on Lathrop Rd., take ledges and an old stone homestead foundation - all in 97+ acres of forestland. Plainfieldct.org/conservationcomm. left on Kate Downing Rd., follow 1 mi. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Plainfield Conservation Commission. to Colbridge Rd. on right, follow signs to parking area at end of Colbridge Rd. 860-230-3000. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Coventry Farm Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South Enjoy the harvest at the historic Nathan Hale Homestead at the 3rd Annual Farm Day Harvest Festival. Enjoy live Event C Day Harvest St., Coventry, CT. music, local produce, farm animals, corn maze, art show and a morning 5k with complimentary tours of Nathan 27 Festival Hale’s historic home (for 5k runners & Coventry residents). Admission and parking are free, but there will be food and more available for purchase. Coventryag.org. Open 4 hours. Sponsored by: Coventry Agricultural Committee. 10 a.m. Games in the Dunhamtown Forest, White Oak Rd., Bring the kids and enjoy one of Mansfield’s town parks. Start out with a camouflage game, seeking objects that will Walk ● C Woods Mansfield, CT. Directions/Parking: be “hidden” in plain sight along the trail. We’ll stop halfway along the trail and see how we did, then we’ll change 28 From Rte. 195 head south on Rte. 32, to a different game! It will be great family fun for all, and there will be prizes! Mansfieldct.gov. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. at 0.8 miles from junction with Rte. Sponsored by: Mansfield Parks Advisory Committee. 275, turn left onto Mansfield City Rd. At 1.2 miles, turn left onto White Oak Rd., parking 0.2 miles on left. 860-429-6257. 10 a.m. Irish Heritage 411 Main St., Windham (Willimantic), Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of Willimantic’s first immigrant workers. Irish people started arriving Walk ■ Walk CT. Directions/Parking: Meet across to the area in the 1840s. They built dams, churches, the railroads, and worked their way up the social and political 29 from the Windham Textile & History ladder. You will visit key locations and hear their stories. Millmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Thread Museum, in Windham Mills Heritage City Development. State Park (by the Irish Memorial Bench). 860-336-7049. 10 a.m. M orning Beckons Morning Beckons Farm, 343A Sand The largest alpaca farm in New England beckons to you to visit and walk an old rail bed through the Doris T. Shaw Walk ● R YOU to the Farm, Dam Rd., Thompson, CT. 860-821-0627. Wildlife Sanctuary, along Jerry’s Swamp, and then back to the alpaca farm. Don’t miss out on the chance to be 30 C a Trail & a Wildlife greeted by an alpaca smile! Morningbeckonsfarm.com. 2.5 hours, < 3 miles. Sponsored by: Morning Beckons Farm. SOct. 10 10 a.m. Sanctuary *Repeats Sun. Oct. 4 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Peat to Peak: Crystal Peat Conservation Area, Cook An easy to moderate walk, start with 1 mile of easy flat terrain to view a historical peat bog with other wetland Walk ■ The Autumnal Rd., Tolland, CT. Directions/Parking: features, followed by a 0.25 mile walk to Palmer/Kendall Mountain Conservation Area, for those looking for a view. 31 SOct. 4 10 a.m. Stumble Cook Rd., just north of #176. Tolland.org. 1.5 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Tolland Conservation Commission. 860-871-3601. 10 a.m. Riverview Trail Intersection of Riverview Dr. & The Riverview Trail Park Hike is a relaxed walk along the banks of the Willimantic River where a variety of ecosystems Walk ● C Park Hike Merrow Rd., Coventry, CT. merge on a single site. Please join us to learn more about local and regional planning and preservation efforts in 32 860-742-4062. the Willimantic River Greenway. Questions may be directed to walk leader, Eric Trott, [email protected]. Coventryct.org. 1.5 hours, +/- 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Town of Coventry, Land Use Office. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Search for your Killingly Historical Society, 196 Main Visit our Museum and work on your family genealogy or a history project. People will be on hand to assist you! Event R Roots St. (Rte. 12), Killingly (Danielson), CT. Limited to the 1st 25 attendees due to space available. OPTION: Preorder lunch to be delivered by Working Girl 33 860-779-7250. Catering. $13 ($1 donated back to KHS) for choice of tuna/turkey/ham/roast beef/vegetarian sandwich or wrap, pasta salad or chips, cookie or fruit, soda & water. Stay energized all day! Call Amber 860-412-9365 to preorder lunch by Oct. 1st. Killinglyhistory.org & Workinggirlcatering.com. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. and Killingly Business Association. 10 a.m. S hetucket River - 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. Slow, level walk past a working hydroelectric station to the historic dam on the Shetucket River. Observe the fish lift Walk ● Powering Norwich 860-887-2555. and view a video of the shad run. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Public Utilities. 34 *Repeats Wed. and Lifting Fish Oct. 14 10 a.m.

10 a.m. TIMBER! A Meadow Lane (park in cul-de-sac), Enjoy a guided tour of this 170 acre property to view and discuss recent commercial forest management activities Walk ● Guided Tour of Willington, CT. Directions/Parking: involving “Improvement Thinning” & “Ash Sanitation.” The property has a history of active forest management since 35 the Wilford Farm From Rte. 74 head south on Parker Rd., the old farm was abandoned and boasts a rolling landscape with a vast network of streams and wetlands, excellent Woodlot take a left on Cowls Rd., then left on wildlife habitat and beautiful timber. Hullforest.com. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. Busse Rd., and left on Meadow Lane and follow to end. 860-235-6550. 10 a.m. Up Commons Hill Liberty Hill Cemetery, Lebanon, CT. Walk through a mature woodland setting to reach a lovely vista. Sturdy shoes are required. This could be swampy. Walk ♦ R Directions/Parking: Meet at cemetery, Historyoflebanon.org. 1.5 hours, 2.4 miles. Sponsored by: Consortium of Lebanon History Museums. 36 age 12+ only across from Log Cabin Restaurant, 383 Trumbull Hwy., where parking is available. 860-642-6579. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. West Thompson Overlook Shelter, West Thompson Rd., West Thompson Dam is turning 50 years old! Come celebrate the history, construction and benefits of the dam. Event C Dam 50th Thompson (North Grosvenordale), CT. There will be a special ceremony, dam tours, exhibits, activities for the kids, and food! Everyone is welcome to 37 Anniversary 860-923-2982. attend this free, fun event! Nae.usace.army.mil. Open 4 hours. Sponsored by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Celebration 10:30 a.m. The Rails, The 55 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Learn about the railroads, the river that powered the mills and the heritage of Willimantic as a great center Walk ● R River, The City CT. Directions/Parking: Drive on the of commerce in the region. Optional: Tour the museum or take a train ride after for an additional cost. 38 C gravel road beside the tracks about Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 17 10 a.m. 0.5 miles to the greeter. 860-617-3308. *Repeats Sat. Oct. 10 1 p.m. 11 a.m. Hike Around Pachaug State Forest Entrance, Rte. You will enjoy a hike together on a scenic loop trail of varied terrain around Green Fall Pond. Learn all about Walk ■ ( C Green Fall Pond 138, Voluntown, CT. 860-705-0506. Voluntown, too! Voluntown.biz. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Voluntown Economic Development 39 Commission. Please pre-register for this family-friendly event by calling LaDonnah at 860-705-0506. 1 p.m. Great Falls of the Strong Porter Museum, 2382 South Take a walk around the Great Falls of the Skungamaug River, used to generate power for Elijah Wright’s Grist and Walk ● R Skungamaug & St., Coventry, CT. 860-712-4278. Saw Mill, and electricity in the 20th century. Learn the history, see the beautiful river gorge, stone work, Gardener’s 40 age 12+ only Wright’s Mill Castle, Macleod’s water wheel, and some of the equipment that made it all work. Ctcoventryhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 0.25 miles. Sponsored by: Coventry Historical Society. 1 p.m. M oos and More Cushman Farms, 393 Lebanon Rd., Visit the cows at milking time and stroll through the barn to check for newborn calves. Admire Walktober colors Walk ■ R Walktober Farm Franklin, CT. 860-642-4020. over the Susquetonscut Valley. An additional add-on hike through woods and fields on the Home Farm Trail is 41 C Tour available, too! 1-3 hours, 0.5-2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Cushman Farms. 1:30 p.m. Ye Ancient Burial Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Join historian Dave Oat on a walk through the old Colonial burial grounds in Norwichtown. Here you will see a Walk ● Grounds of variety of hand-cut colonial tombstones and discover what they can tell us about early life in Colonial Norwich. 42 Norwich Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 3 p.m. Life in Colonial Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Norwichtown was one of the earliest settlements of Norwich in the 17th century. Climb Meetinghouse Rocks and Walk ♦ R Norwichtown enjoy the view as you learn about the people and former meetinghouses that wove the rich history of the area. 43 Walk around the green and onto Huntington Lane to enjoy the architecture and stories of the founders of Norwich. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 3 p.m. Turkey Talk on Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm, 227 Ekonk Hill Visitors will be guided around the farm to see how our pastured turkeys are raised, plus see how corn is grown for Walk ● R C Ekonk Hill Rd., Sterling (Moosup), CT. grain and silage. Free refreshments afterwards. Ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill 44 *Repeats Sun. 860-564-0248. Turkey Farm, LLC. Oct. 4 3 p.m. Saturday, october 3 continued 10 a.m. Chestnuts and Colbridge Rd., Plainfield, CT. Take a walk along the orange trail and view various identified species of trees, including American chestnut Walk ■ Overlooks Directions/Parking: Exit 87 off I-395, backcross breed plantings and native American chestnut trees, the tabletop overlook, quarry remains, wetlands, 26 SOct. 24 10 a.m. go 1 mi. south on Lathrop Rd., take ledges and an old stone homestead foundation - all in 97+ acres of forestland. Plainfieldct.org/conservationcomm. left on Kate Downing Rd., follow 1 mi. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Plainfield Conservation Commission. to Colbridge Rd. on right, follow signs to parking area at end of Colbridge Rd. 860-230-3000. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Coventry Farm Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South Enjoy the harvest at the historic Nathan Hale Homestead at the 3rd Annual Farm Day Harvest Festival. Enjoy live Event C Day Harvest St., Coventry, CT. music, local produce, farm animals, corn maze, art show and a morning 5k with complimentary tours of Nathan 27 Festival Hale’s historic home (for 5k runners & Coventry residents). Admission and parking are free, but there will be food and more available for purchase. Coventryag.org. Open 4 hours. Sponsored by: Coventry Agricultural Committee. 10 a.m. Games in the Dunhamtown Forest, White Oak Rd., Bring the kids and enjoy one of Mansfield’s town parks. Start out with a camouflage game, seeking objects that will Walk ● C Woods Mansfield, CT. Directions/Parking: be “hidden” in plain sight along the trail. We’ll stop halfway along the trail and see how we did, then we’ll change 28 From Rte. 195 head south on Rte. 32, to a different game! It will be great family fun for all, and there will be prizes! Mansfieldct.gov. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. at 0.8 miles from junction with Rte. Sponsored by: Mansfield Parks Advisory Committee. 275, turn left onto Mansfield City Rd. At 1.2 miles, turn left onto White Oak Rd., parking 0.2 miles on left. 860-429-6257. 10 a.m. Irish Heritage 411 Main St., Windham (Willimantic), Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of Willimantic’s first immigrant workers. Irish people started arriving Walk ■ Walk CT. Directions/Parking: Meet across to the area in the 1840s. They built dams, churches, the railroads, and worked their way up the social and political 29 from the Windham Textile & History ladder. You will visit key locations and hear their stories. Millmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Thread Museum, in Windham Mills Heritage City Development. State Park (by the Irish Memorial Bench). 860-336-7049. 10 a.m. M orning Beckons Morning Beckons Farm, 343A Sand The largest alpaca farm in New England beckons to you to visit and walk an old rail bed through the Doris T. Shaw Walk ● R YOU to the Farm, Dam Rd., Thompson, CT. 860-821-0627. Wildlife Sanctuary, along Jerry’s Swamp, and then back to the alpaca farm. Don’t miss out on the chance to be 30 C a Trail & a Wildlife greeted by an alpaca smile! Morningbeckonsfarm.com. 2.5 hours, < 3 miles. Sponsored by: Morning Beckons Farm. SOct. 10 10 a.m. Sanctuary *Repeats Sun. Oct. 4 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Peat to Peak: Crystal Peat Conservation Area, Cook An easy to moderate walk, start with 1 mile of easy flat terrain to view a historical peat bog with other wetland Walk ■ The Autumnal Rd., Tolland, CT. Directions/Parking: features, followed by a 0.25 mile walk to Palmer/Kendall Mountain Conservation Area, for those looking for a view. 31 SOct. 4 10 a.m. Stumble Cook Rd., just north of #176. Tolland.org. 1.5 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Tolland Conservation Commission. 860-871-3601. 10 a.m. Riverview Trail Intersection of Riverview Dr. & The Riverview Trail Park Hike is a relaxed walk along the banks of the Willimantic River where a variety of ecosystems Walk ● C Park Hike Merrow Rd., Coventry, CT. merge on a single site. Please join us to learn more about local and regional planning and preservation efforts in 32 860-742-4062. the Willimantic River Greenway. Questions may be directed to walk leader, Eric Trott, [email protected]. Coventryct.org. 1.5 hours, +/- 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Town of Coventry, Land Use Office. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Search for your Killingly Historical Society, 196 Main Visit our Museum and work on your family genealogy or a history project. People will be on hand to assist you! Event R Roots St. (Rte. 12), Killingly (Danielson), CT. Limited to the 1st 25 attendees due to space available. OPTION: Preorder lunch to be delivered by Working Girl 33 860-779-7250. Catering. $13 ($1 donated back to KHS) for choice of tuna/turkey/ham/roast beef/vegetarian sandwich or wrap, pasta salad or chips, cookie or fruit, soda & water. Stay energized all day! Call Amber 860-412-9365 to preorder lunch by Oct. 1st. Killinglyhistory.org & Workinggirlcatering.com. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. and Killingly Business Association. 10 a.m. S hetucket River - 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. Slow, level walk past a working hydroelectric station to the historic dam on the Shetucket River. Observe the fish lift Walk ● Powering Norwich 860-887-2555. and view a video of the shad run. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Public Utilities. 34 *Repeats Wed. and Lifting Fish Oct. 14 10 a.m.

10 a.m. TIMBER! A Meadow Lane (park in cul-de-sac), Enjoy a guided tour of this 170 acre property to view and discuss recent commercial forest management activities Walk ● Guided Tour of Willington, CT. Directions/Parking: involving “Improvement Thinning” & “Ash Sanitation.” The property has a history of active forest management since 35 the Wilford Farm From Rte. 74 head south on Parker Rd., the old farm was abandoned and boasts a rolling landscape with a vast network of streams and wetlands, excellent Woodlot take a left on Cowls Rd., then left on wildlife habitat and beautiful timber. Hullforest.com. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. Busse Rd., and left on Meadow Lane and follow to end. 860-235-6550. 10 a.m. Up Commons Hill Liberty Hill Cemetery, Lebanon, CT. Walk through a mature woodland setting to reach a lovely vista. Sturdy shoes are required. This could be swampy. Walk ♦ R Directions/Parking: Meet at cemetery, Historyoflebanon.org. 1.5 hours, 2.4 miles. Sponsored by: Consortium of Lebanon History Museums. 36 age 12+ only across from Log Cabin Restaurant, 383 Trumbull Hwy., where parking is available. 860-642-6579. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. West Thompson Overlook Shelter, West Thompson Rd., West Thompson Dam is turning 50 years old! Come celebrate the history, construction and benefits of the dam. Event C Dam 50th Thompson (North Grosvenordale), CT. There will be a special ceremony, dam tours, exhibits, activities for the kids, and food! Everyone is welcome to 37 Anniversary 860-923-2982. attend this free, fun event! Nae.usace.army.mil. Open 4 hours. Sponsored by: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Celebration 10:30 a.m. The Rails, The 55 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Learn about the railroads, the river that powered the mills and the heritage of Willimantic as a great center Walk ● R River, The City CT. Directions/Parking: Drive on the of commerce in the region. Optional: Tour the museum or take a train ride after for an additional cost. 38 C gravel road beside the tracks about Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 17 10 a.m. 0.5 miles to the greeter. 860-617-3308. *Repeats Sat. Oct. 10 1 p.m. 11 a.m. Hike Around Pachaug State Forest Entrance, Rte. You will enjoy a hike together on a scenic loop trail of varied terrain around Green Fall Pond. Learn all about Walk ■ ( C Green Fall Pond 138, Voluntown, CT. 860-705-0506. Voluntown, too! Voluntown.biz. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Voluntown Economic Development 39 Commission. Please pre-register for this family-friendly event by calling LaDonnah at 860-705-0506. 1 p.m. Great Falls of the Strong Porter Museum, 2382 South Take a walk around the Great Falls of the Skungamaug River, used to generate power for Elijah Wright’s Grist and Walk ● R Skungamaug & St., Coventry, CT. 860-712-4278. Saw Mill, and electricity in the 20th century. Learn the history, see the beautiful river gorge, stone work, Gardener’s 40 age 12+ only Wright’s Mill Castle, Macleod’s water wheel, and some of the equipment that made it all work. Ctcoventryhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 0.25 miles. Sponsored by: Coventry Historical Society. 1 p.m. M oos and More Cushman Farms, 393 Lebanon Rd., Visit the cows at milking time and stroll through the barn to check for newborn calves. Admire Walktober colors Walk ■ R Walktober Farm Franklin, CT. 860-642-4020. over the Susquetonscut Valley. An additional add-on hike through woods and fields on the Home Farm Trail is 41 C Tour available, too! 1-3 hours, 0.5-2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Cushman Farms. 1:30 p.m. Ye Ancient Burial Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Join historian Dave Oat on a walk through the old Colonial burial grounds in Norwichtown. Here you will see a Walk ● Grounds of variety of hand-cut colonial tombstones and discover what they can tell us about early life in Colonial Norwich. 42 Norwich Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 3 p.m. Life in Colonial Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Norwichtown was one of the earliest settlements of Norwich in the 17th century. Climb Meetinghouse Rocks and Walk ♦ R Norwichtown enjoy the view as you learn about the people and former meetinghouses that wove the rich history of the area. 43 Walk around the green and onto Huntington Lane to enjoy the architecture and stories of the founders of Norwich. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 3 p.m. Turkey Talk on Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm, 227 Ekonk Hill Visitors will be guided around the farm to see how our pastured turkeys are raised, plus see how corn is grown for Walk ● R C Ekonk Hill Rd., Sterling (Moosup), CT. grain and silage. Free refreshments afterwards. Ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill 44 *Repeats Sun. 860-564-0248. Turkey Farm, LLC. Oct. 4 3 p.m. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 Free Walktobers 9:30 a.m. Byle’s Sanctuary Rte. 44 (118-125 Ashford Center Connecting past and present, enjoy this almost 2 mile long easy to moderate loop as you pass a meadowland, Walk ■ Hike - Revisit Rd.), Ashford, CT. Directions/Parking: then descend down a short steep section next to a stream, and then travel through a bio-diverse climax forest. 45 History Parking on Rte. 44 across from North We will also observe a beaver dam on the Mt. Hope River. After the hike, enjoy snacks, drinks, and a few stories Vet Clinic, and some parking also at the historic Byles Homestead (now Henrietta House Bed and Breakfast) just off the trail. Add this walk to your available at Henrietta House B&B, 125 plans as a part of the First Sunday Open House at The Mill Works (an old thread mill) in Willington. Bonus: Your walk Ashford Center Rd. 860-477-0318. host graciously offers $10 off a stay in her Henrietta House B&B to anyone doing this walk. Joshuastrust.org and Henriettahousebnbct.weebly.com. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Joshua’s Tract Conservation and Historic Trust. 10 a.m. Clueless in Westville Recreation Area., 125 Wallace On a relatively flat railroad bed along a river, find clues helping your kids learn about the Grand Trunk Railroad, Walk ● R Westville Rd., Sturbridge, MA. 508-909-6031. some of its history, as well as some data about the reservoir and the animals that live near it. A learning experience 46 C for ages 5-50! Bring a pen/pencil and lots of enthusiasm. The trail includes a set of 62 stairs and two downhill slopes. A great opportunity to teach kids to be observant of their surroundings. Ci.southbridge.ma.us. 2 hours, 1.8 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Explore Mount Pachaug State Forest Entrance, Rte. Participants will hike with retired U.S. National Park Service Rangers Bob and Jen Panko to the summit of Mt. Misery Walk ■ Misery 49, Voluntown, CT. Directions/Parking: (441 ft.) for an outstanding view and some insights into this area’s geological and natural history and noteworthy 47 Follow signs from park entrance to tree species. Voluntown.biz. 3 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Voluntown Economic Development Commission. parking area. 860-564-8310. 10 a.m. Morning Beckons Morning Beckons Farm, 343A Sand The largest alpaca farm in New England beckons to you to visit and walk an old rail bed through the Doris T. Shaw Walk. ● R YOU to the Farm, Dam Rd., Thompson, CT. 860-821-0627. Wildlife Sanctuary, along Jerry’s Swamp, and then back to the alpaca farm. Don’t miss out on the chance to be 30 C a Trail & a Wildlife greeted by an alpaca smile! Morningbeckonsfarm.com. 3 hours, < 3 miles. Sponsored by: Morning Beckons Farm. SOct. 11 10 a.m Sanctuary 10 a.m. Yantic Cemetery Yantic Cemetery, 68 Lafayette St., 150 years ago, about 1,300 Norwich men marched off to fight in the Civil War. Three hundred eighty-three of those Walk ● Civil War Tour Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. men rest here. We don’t know all of their stories, but come with us on this pleasant hour long walk and we will tell 48 you some of the best ones. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10:30 a.m. Hop River: Mill Hop River Rd., Coventry, CT. Walk the rails and learn about Hop River Village, once an important mill village. See two factory sites and the dam. Walk ■ Village and Rail Directions/Parking: Rte. 6 to Hop River This is a scenic walk on the Hop River Rail Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern 49 age 12+ only Trail Rd. Park at Rail Trail. 860-617-3308. Railroad Museum. SOct. 18 2 p.m. *Repeats Sun. Oct. 11 11:30 a.m. 11 a.m. A Walk Back in Windy Hill Rd., Hampton, CT. Join Conservation Commission members Randy Thompson and Bob Johnson and members of the Antiquarian Society Walk ● Time Directions/Parking: Park at the for a walk along an old farming road while learning about conservation efforts in Hampton. Pass by cellar holes, stone 50 Rain or Shine cul-de-sac at the end of the road. walls and hear about the family who lived here, plus the history of farming in this colonial town. Hamptonct.org. 2 860-884-5162. hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Hampton Conservation Commission & Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. 1 p.m. Old Connecticut Kozey Rd & Westford Rd., Eastford, The 1 mile walk on old Walker Road (closed to vehicles) takes you deep into Yale-Myers Forest and Natchaug Forest where Walk ● Path at Natchaug CT. Directions/Parking: Meet at the Old Connecticut Path crossed Bigelow Brook on large stepping stones. A beaver dam on Walker Road, stone remains of 51 State Forest intersection. 508-269-9391, the Twelfth District School site and the Shippey farm await exploration along the way. Facebook.com/oldconnecticutpath. 2 860-974-1618. hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Old Connecticut Path Project, Eastford Conservation Commission & Eastford Historical Society. 1 p.m. Paddle on Lakeview Marine, 311 Thompson Rd., Participants will launch from Lakeview Marine and paddle part of Webster Lake’s “Middle Pond.” Course and duration Paddle ■ ( Webster Lake Webster, MA. 508-461-6020. may vary based on weather. Approximately 1.5-2 hour paddle. Pre-registation required: abrayton@lakeviewwebster. 52 com or 508-461-6020. Lakeviewwebster.com. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Lakeview Marine & Webster Lake Association. 1 p.m. Rich & Famous Yantic Cemetery, 68 Lafayette St., The Victorian Age was a magical time for the City of Norwich. Its residents included millionaire industrialists, statesmen, Walk ● Inhabitants of the Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. notable astronomers, world class athletes, Civil War heros and artists. Join local historians David Oat and Melodye Whatley 53 Yantic Cemetery on a tour of Yantic Cemetery. Hear the stories and view the magnificent monuments which mark the final resting places of the Norwich rich and famous. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. Sunday, October 4 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras

Saturday, October 11 continued on next page SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 Free Walktobers 9:30 a.m. Byle’s Sanctuary Rte. 44 (118-125 Ashford Center Connecting past and present, enjoy this almost 2 mile long easy to moderate loop as you pass a meadowland, Walk ■ Hike - Revisit Rd.), Ashford, CT. Directions/Parking: then descend down a short steep section next to a stream, and then travel through a bio-diverse climax forest. 45 History Parking on Rte. 44 across from North We will also observe a beaver dam on the Mt. Hope River. After the hike, enjoy snacks, drinks, and a few stories Vet Clinic, and some parking also at the historic Byles Homestead (now Henrietta House Bed and Breakfast) just off the trail. Add this walk to your available at Henrietta House B&B, 125 plans as a part of the First Sunday Open House at The Mill Works (an old thread mill) in Willington. Bonus: Your walk Ashford Center Rd. 860-477-0318. host graciously offers $10 off a stay in her Henrietta House B&B to anyone doing this walk. Joshuastrust.org and Henriettahousebnbct.weebly.com. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Joshua’s Tract Conservation and Historic Trust. 10 a.m. Clueless in Westville Recreation Area., 125 Wallace On a relatively flat railroad bed along a river, find clues helping your kids learn about the Grand Trunk Railroad, Walk ● R Westville Rd., Sturbridge, MA. 508-909-6031. some of its history, as well as some data about the reservoir and the animals that live near it. A learning experience 46 C for ages 5-50! Bring a pen/pencil and lots of enthusiasm. The trail includes a set of 62 stairs and two downhill slopes. A great opportunity to teach kids to be observant of their surroundings. Ci.southbridge.ma.us. 2 hours, 1.8 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Explore Mount Pachaug State Forest Entrance, Rte. Participants will hike with retired U.S. National Park Service Rangers Bob and Jen Panko to the summit of Mt. Misery Walk ■ Misery 49, Voluntown, CT. Directions/Parking: (441 ft.) for an outstanding view and some insights into this area’s geological and natural history and noteworthy 47 Follow signs from park entrance to tree species. Voluntown.biz. 3 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Voluntown Economic Development Commission. parking area. 860-564-8310. 10 a.m. Morning Beckons Morning Beckons Farm, 343A Sand The largest alpaca farm in New England beckons to you to visit and walk an old rail bed through the Doris T. Shaw Walk. ● R YOU to the Farm, Dam Rd., Thompson, CT. 860-821-0627. Wildlife Sanctuary, along Jerry’s Swamp, and then back to the alpaca farm. Don’t miss out on the chance to be 30 C a Trail & a Wildlife greeted by an alpaca smile! Morningbeckonsfarm.com. 3 hours, < 3 miles. Sponsored by: Morning Beckons Farm. SOct. 11 10 a.m Sanctuary 10 a.m. Yantic Cemetery Yantic Cemetery, 68 Lafayette St., 150 years ago, about 1,300 Norwich men marched off to fight in the Civil War. Three hundred eighty-three of those Walk ● Civil War Tour Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. men rest here. We don’t know all of their stories, but come with us on this pleasant hour long walk and we will tell 48 you some of the best ones. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10:30 a.m. Hop River: Mill Hop River Rd., Coventry, CT. Walk the rails and learn about Hop River Village, once an important mill village. See two factory sites and the dam. Walk ■ Village and Rail Directions/Parking: Rte. 6 to Hop River This is a scenic walk on the Hop River Rail Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern 49 age 12+ only Trail Rd. Park at Rail Trail. 860-617-3308. Railroad Museum. SOct. 18 2 p.m. *Repeats Sun. Oct. 11 11:30 a.m. 11 a.m. A Walk Back in Windy Hill Rd., Hampton, CT. Join Conservation Commission members Randy Thompson and Bob Johnson and members of the Antiquarian Society Walk ● Time Directions/Parking: Park at the for a walk along an old farming road while learning about conservation efforts in Hampton. Pass by cellar holes, stone 50 Rain or Shine cul-de-sac at the end of the road. walls and hear about the family who lived here, plus the history of farming in this colonial town. Hamptonct.org. 2 860-884-5162. hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Hampton Conservation Commission & Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. 1 p.m. Old Connecticut Kozey Rd & Westford Rd., Eastford, The 1 mile walk on old Walker Road (closed to vehicles) takes you deep into Yale-Myers Forest and Natchaug Forest where Walk ● Path at Natchaug CT. Directions/Parking: Meet at the Old Connecticut Path crossed Bigelow Brook on large stepping stones. A beaver dam on Walker Road, stone remains of 51 State Forest intersection. 508-269-9391, the Twelfth District School site and the Shippey farm await exploration along the way. Facebook.com/oldconnecticutpath. 2 860-974-1618. hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Old Connecticut Path Project, Eastford Conservation Commission & Eastford Historical Society. 1 p.m. Paddle on Lakeview Marine, 311 Thompson Rd., Participants will launch from Lakeview Marine and paddle part of Webster Lake’s “Middle Pond.” Course and duration Paddle ■ ( Webster Lake Webster, MA. 508-461-6020. may vary based on weather. Approximately 1.5-2 hour paddle. Pre-registation required: abrayton@lakeviewwebster. 52 com or 508-461-6020. Lakeviewwebster.com. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Lakeview Marine & Webster Lake Association. 1 p.m. Rich & Famous Yantic Cemetery, 68 Lafayette St., The Victorian Age was a magical time for the City of Norwich. Its residents included millionaire industrialists, statesmen, Walk ● Inhabitants of the Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. notable astronomers, world class athletes, Civil War heros and artists. Join local historians David Oat and Melodye Whatley 53 Yantic Cemetery on a tour of Yantic Cemetery. Hear the stories and view the magnificent monuments which mark the final resting places of the Norwich rich and famous. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. Sunday, October 4 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras Sunday, october 4 continued 1 p.m. Visit an American Intersection of Browing, Crary & Terry Visit the 18th century Timothy Lester Homestead to learn about 3 Griswold properties on The National Register Walk ● C Revolutionary Rds., Griswold, CT. 860-464-8101. of Historic Places. Visitors may explore the site where local American Revolutionary War militia met and 54 War Site listed trained. Walk the grounds and view the exterior of the main “Garrison House,” carriage house, barn, cistern, on the National old foundations and stonewalls. The barn was recently featured on the cover of the Barns of Connecticut book! Register of Avalonialandconservancy.org. 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Avalonia Land Conservancy, Inc. Historic Places 2 p.m. Chamberlin 286 Old Turnpike Rd., Woodstock Explore the neighborhood of a rare, long-lived sawmill, learning about the history of the mill and its neighborhood on Walk ● Mill and its (Woodstock Valley), CT. 860-428-0656. the old Center Boston-Hartford Turnpike. Views of remaining millponds and dam along the Still River, as well as 2 old 55 Neighborhood foundations in The Nature Conservancy’s Still River Preserve. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Chamberlin Mill, Inc. 2 p.m. River Valley 96 Waldo Rd., Scotland, CT. Walkers will stroll across a river valley corn field to the Shetucket River and follow a fisherman’s path along the river. Walk ■ Ramble Directions/Parking: Off Route 97 After this lovely riverside visit, return to the historic Waldo House (1714), where you are welcome to attend a 30 56 860-450-6490. minute optional tour. Scotlandhistoricalsociety.com. 2 miles, 2 hours. Sponsored by: Scotland Historical Society. 3 p.m. Turkey Talk on Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm, 227 Ekonk Hill Visitors will be guided around the farm to see how our pastured turkeys are raised, plus see how corn is grown for Walk ● R C Ekonk Hill Rd., Sterling (Moosup), CT. grain and silage. Free refreshments afterwards. Ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill 44 860-564-0248. Turkey Farm, LLC. 3:30 p.m. Mansions on Windham Textile & History Museum, On the hill above the factory are several styles of Victorian architecture. We’ll stroll through the neighborhood of Walk ■ R  the Hill 411 Main St., Windham (Willimantic), management houses and other well-to-do residents of the late 19th-century, the heyday of Willimantic Thread. The 57 age 12+ only CT. 860-456-2178. Oaks, housing built specifically to attract highly skilled laborers, is also on this tour. Millmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Windham Textile & History Museum. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 Free Walktobers 1 p.m. The Golden Clock City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. Norwich City Hall is a true work of art that should be visited. Completed in 1873 at a cost of $250,000, the building Walk ● R  Tower 860-823-3751. features “dungeon-like” cells in the basement, French Second Empire architecture, and many of the original 58 age 12+ only furnishings. It is a true masterpiece of craftmanship punctuated with a gold clock tower. Join city leaders in this *Repeats Fri. engaging tour. Ages 12 years and up only. Norwichct.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: City of Norwich. Oct. 16 10 a.m. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 Free Walktobers 11 a.m. Air Line Trail Lore Pine St., Lebanon, CT. Directions/ See the site of Leonard’s Bridge Station, then we’ll walk west over the “big fill.” We’ll talk about the Ghost Train and Walk ● C in Lebanon Parking: Rte. 66 to Pine St., down to CT railroad lore in yet another section of the Air Line Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: 59 SOct. 14 11 a.m. the rail trail over the Lebanon town CT Eastern Railroad Museum. *Repeats Mon. line to Leonard’s Bridge. Oct. 12 3 p.m. 860-617-3308. 1 p.m. Behind the Scenes Otis Library, 261 Main St., Norwich, You are invited to a private tour of Otis Library, presented by Executive Director Robert Farwell. Visit the library Walk ● R  at Otis Library CT. 860-889-2365. archives, and behind the scenes areas that are usually off-limits! This is a great way to learn about Otis Library’s 163 60 year history. Otislibrarynorwich.org. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Otis Library. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Walking in a Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Retrace the steps of a young Benedict Arnold in his hometown of Norwich, CT. Explore where our nation’s most Walk ■ R Traitor’s Footsteps Washington St., Norwich, CT. infamous traitor apprenticed as a youth and visit the graves of his family in the colonial Norwichtown cemetery. 61 860-887-6964. The walk is roughly 2 miles in length with uneven terrain at times and ends with a picturesque nature walk through the Lowthrope Meadows. Best for children over 6 years old. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 1:30 p.m. The Curious Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, 148 Pine Hill Enjoy meeting the Alpacas, learn about the history and care of these inquisitive animals, plus what can be done Walk ● C Alpacas Rd., Sterling, CT. Directions/Parking: with their fleece. We’ll have a spinning demonstration, plus the farm store will be open with yarn and alpaca 62  SOct. 11 Rte. 395, exit 88, east on Rte. 14A for products for sale. Bring your cameras to take pictures of your children with the curious alpaca! Pinehillalpacafarm. 1:30 p.m. 5 miles. Turn right onto Pine Hill Rd., com. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, LLC. *Repeats Sat. sign at end of driveway. Oct. 10 1:30 p.m. 860-564-7204.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras 3 p.m. Norwich Free 108 Crescent St., Norwich, CT. Founded in 1854, NFA has been a landmark in Norwich ever since. Intimately linked to the community, its buildings Walk ● R Academy Campus: 860-887-6964. tell the story of philanthropy, industry, education and excellence. Slatermuseum.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored 63 160 Years of by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. Progress 6 - 11 p.m. Explore the Dark Holton Rd. Franklin, CT. Directions/ Enjoy a night adventure. View Uranus, galaxies, nebula, star clusters, red giant stars and constellations. Learn how Event C Side Parking: From Baltic, take Rte. 207 to find the North Star. Lots of dark sky trivia at this eye-opening family friendly event! Mcleanresearch.com. 5 hours. 64 SOct. 16 6 p.m. west, right onto Holton Rd. (before Sponsored by: McLean Research. the Franklin School), drive almost to end, parking on left in mowed field/ marked area. 860-774-3300. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. In the Shoes Mohegan Park Wilderness Rd. Enjoy a short walk in the park as a person who cannot see. Walkers will be blind-folded and guided by a trained Walk ● of the Seeing Entrance, Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. member of the Norwich Lions Club as they experience moving about as a blind person. Experience a flower or a 65 Impaired tree by seeing with your fingers. Learn what it’s like to do simple tasks without benefit of eye sight, such as finding a place to sit or bending down to tie your shoes. Each walker will have their own trained guide, and each individual’s walk will take place on flat ground and last five minutes or so. No pets please. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Lions Club. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The BIG-little Killingly Grange Hall, 801 Hartford Come enjoy everything that is Autumn and Apples once again at this popular annual event. Festivities include: Event C Apple Festival Pike (Rte. 101), Killingly (Dayville), CT. an Apple Pancake Breakfast, live music, a “Salon De McIntosh” art show, reenactors, traditional crafts, primitives, 66 Returns Directions/Parking: Rte. 101 at corner children’s activities, chrysanthemums, apple pies, pumpkins, candy apples, cider & donuts, apple sauerkraut hot of Dog Hill Rd. 860-705-3643. dogs and a raffle basket. Admission is free, but great stuff will be for purchase. Find us on Facebook. Open 7 hours. Sponsored by: Killingly Grange P of H #112. 9:30 a.m. F all Hike Around Mansfield Hollow State Park, Bassett This loop hike starts at the shelter in the picnic area. An approximately 5 mile hike around Mansfield Hollow Lake, Walk ■ R Mansfield ollowH Bridge Rd., Mansfield (Mansfield the trail has rolling terrain. We’ll move at a steady pace, but will stop to enjoy the views and reflections of the lake. 67  Lake Center), CT. Directions/Parking: Rte. Bring your camera, too! Friendsofmansfieldhollow.org. 2 hours, 5 miles. Sponsored by: Friends of Mansfield Hollow. age 12+ only 195 or Rte. 6 to Bassett Bridge Rd., follow to parking lot at open field/ picnic area. 860-373-8573. Saturday, October 10 continued on next page Saturday, October 10 continued 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Brandy, Silk & Westford Hill Distillers, 196 Chatey Westford Hill Distillers is one of the first craft distillers in the U.S. and does not have public hours, but we’ll open the Walk ■ Smugglers Rd., Ashford, CT. 860-429-0464. distillery on this rare occasion for continuous tours, showing fermentation, distillation and barrel aging. The distillery 68 is on a 200 acre property unaltered since the early 1700’s. Take the guided walk (at 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.) through fields and wood roads on the property. Visitors will learn of early industry on this farm including silk making, charcoal kilns, honey trees and the procurement of non-tax paid spirits at the Smugglers Tree. Westfordhill.com. Open 6 hours. Walks are 1.5 hours, 1 mile each. Sponsored by: Westford Hill Distillers. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Carelot Harvest Carelot Children’s Center, 155 North Fun Fall Event for the whole family! Arts & crafts, moon bounce, games, music, free food, giveaways and more! No Event R C Festival St., Killingly (Danielson), CT. admission fee for this children & family-friendly day! 4 hours. Sponsored by: Killingly Business Association. 69 860-779-0611. 10 a.m. F irefighting Huguenot Steamer Museum, 655 Participants will learn about the history of firefighting including the formation of the Oxford Fire Department. See Walk ● R  Museum Tour Main St., Oxford (North Oxford), MA. antique & modern fire engines and enjoy video presentations in the museum. Free hot dogs! Bring your camera! 70 *Repeats Sat. 508-987-3404. Huguenotsteamer.com. 2 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Oxford Firefighters Association. Oct. 24 10 a.m. 10 a.m. G ray Ledge Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Visit Gray Ledge Tree Farm on your quest for fall foliage color. Find and identify hardwood tree species by their Walk ● C Leaf Hunt Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. colorful fall leaves, using the “Plant Science 101” approach. Bring something to collect (and later preserve) your 71 *Repeats Sat. finds. How many different species will you be able to find? 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. Oct. 10 2 p.m. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 3rd Annual Tails & Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Beginning with a traditional Mashantucket Pequot blessing ceremony, the event kicks-off with two scenic dog Event R Trails Event Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, walks. The fair will have a variety of dog demonstrations, lectures, music and food. What dog fair is complete 72 SOct. 11 CT. 860-312-8525. without dog adoptions, contests and other entertainment? Suggestions to make this event even more fun or 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. if you’d like to be a vendor, “bark” at [email protected]. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. Tails & Trails Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort One of the two wagging walks offered at the 3rd Annual Tails & Trails event hosted by Two Trees Inn. This hike takes Walk ♦ R Lantern Hills Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, you and your four-legged friends on a difficult loop trail, leading to the 491-ft. summit of Lantern Hill. Stand on 73 SOct. 11 10 a.m. Summit Hike CT. 860-312-8525. milky white quartz and view the stunning panorama, including the Lantern Hill Pond far below. For more details, go to CanineMingleLLC.com or Foxwoods.com/twotreesinn.aspx. 1 hour, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. Tails & Trails Walk Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Another of the wagging walks offered at the 3rd Annual Tails & Trails event hosted by Two Trees Inn. This walk Walk ■ R to Lantern Hill Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, for you and your four-legged companion, rated moderate, leads to the tranquil water of Lantern Hill Pond. Walk 74 SOct. 11 10 a.m. Pond CT. 860-312-8525. and wag! For more details, go to CanineMingleLLC.com or Foxwoods.com/twotreesinn.aspx. 1 hour, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. The Three Bridges Main St. (Rte. 66) at Jillson Square, We will review the great historical photos at Liberty Bank downtown and then explore the Victorian Footbridge, Walk ● C of Downtown Windham (Willimantic), CT. Frog Bridge, and Bridge of Flowers. Lots of history and beauty to behold. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. 10 SOct. 17 Willimantic - Directions/Parking: Parking in the Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 12:30 p.m. and More! First Baptist Church lot. 860-617-3308. 10 a.m. Up and Over 44 Ayer Rd., Franklin, CT. Directions/ Follow along a well-traveled horse trail up through the woods to the foundations of house, barn and school. Enjoy Walk ■ R Ayer Mountain Parking: At intersection of Rtes. 32 & the trek down a long brook with natural waterfalls into a natural pool. Franklinct.com. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored 75 207, turn south on 207, 1.25 miles, by: Franklin Historical Society. 2nd left onto Ayer Rd. Look for #44 in field. 860-642-7036. 12:30 p.m. Houses and Roseland Cottage, 556 Rte. 169, This guided tour will explore the relationship between the architecture and history of Woodstock Hill. We’ll examine Walk ● R History of Woodstock, CT. 860-928-4074. architectural styles and decorative features as well as the forces and history that shaped them. Historicnewengland.org. 76 SOct. 11 Woodstock Hill 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Roseland Cottage/Historic New England. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. Robbins Preserve End of Fred Davis Rd., Thompson, CT. Drink in the open meadows, conifer forests, Five Mile River, and habitat management of this land trust preserve. 77 Walk ■ 860-428-0968. Wyndhamlandtrust.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Wyndham Land Trust. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras 1 p.m. The Rails, The 55 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Learn about the railroads, the river that powered the mills and the heritage of Willimantic as a great center Walk ● R River, The City CT. Directions/Parking: Drive on the of commerce in the region. Optional: Tour the museum or take a train ride after for an additional cost. 38 C gravel road beside the tracks about Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 17 10 a.m. 0.5 miles to the greeter. 860-617-3308. 1 p.m. Wally Lamb’s 108 Crescent St., Norwich, CT. The walking tour, “Wally Lamb’s Norwich,” hosted by the author, will begin at the Norwich Free Academy, where Lamb Walk ♦ Norwich 860-887-6964. was both a student and a teacher. Participants will proceed past Wally’s boyhood home on the way to downtown 78 Norwich, then up Broadway to Uncas’s Leap, which was pivotal to the writing of his novel I Know This Much Is True. The tour ends back at NFA where Wally will explain the importance of Slater Memorial Museum in the development of his fiction. Slatermuseum.org. 2.5 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 1:30 p.m. The Curious Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, 148 Pine Hill Enjoy meeting the Alpacas, learn about the history and care of these inquisitive animals, plus what can be done Walk ● C Alpacas Rd., Sterling, CT. Directions/Parking: with their fleece. We’ll have a spinning demonstration, plus the farm store will be open with yarn and alpaca products 62  Rte. 395, exit 88, east on Rte. 14A for 5 for sale. Bring your cameras to take pictures of your children with the curious alpaca! Pinehillalpacafarm.com. SOct. 11 miles. Turn right onto Pine Hill Rd., sign 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, LLC. 1:30 p.m. at end of driveway. 860-564-7204. 2 p.m. G ray Ledge Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Visit Gray Ledge Tree Farm on your quest for fall foliage color. Find and identify hardwood tree species by their Walk ● C Leaf Hunt Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. colorful fall leaves, using the “Plant Science 101” approach. Bring something to collect (and later preserve) your 71 finds. How many different species will you be able to find? 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Free Walktobers 8 a.m. Bird Watching CT Audubon Center, 218 Day Rd., Witness the wide variety of migrating birds on the Pomfret Sanctuary. Expect to find some warbler species, several Walk ■ R Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. kinds of sparrows, vireos, woodpeckers, hawks and more! Ctaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret. 2 hours, 2 miles. 79 age 12+ only 860-928-4948. Sponsored by: CT Audubon Society. 10 a.m. ■ Blain Bridge West Thompson Dam, Ravenelle Rd. Join us for an easy-paced mountain bike ride through the West Thompson Dam to the site of the former Blain Road  Mountain Bike Gate, 600 Ravenelle Rd., Thompson, Bridge. Here you will learn about the history of the bridge and the plans to install a new bridge for park users to 80 Ride CT. 860-268-3058. enjoy. Thompsonct.org. 2 hours, 4-5 miles. Sponsored by: Thompson Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Norwich Chelsea Parade South, Norwich, CT. Meet the families who lived in the mansions along Washington St. and Broadway - Norwich’s Millionaires’ Triangle - in the Walk ■ Millionaires’ 860-887-6964. last half of the 19th century when Norwich was a wealthy manufacturing center whose residents drew the attention of 81 Triangle people across the nation. We’ll talk about who they were and how they lived during the most opulent era of the City’s history. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 10 a.m. Where the Buffalo Creamery Brook Bison, 19 Purvis Rd., Take a walk to see the bison and their handling facilities. Warm up after the walk with Wild Rice and Bison Soup. Walk ● C Still Roam Brooklyn, CT. 860-779-0837. Remember to wear walking shoes that can get dirty. A perennial family-favorite experience! Visit the farm store 82 *Repeats Mon. with the bison theme, too. Creamerybrookbison.net. 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Creamery Brook Bison. Oct. 12 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Hop River: Hop River Rd., Coventry, CT. Walk the rails and learn about Hop River Village, once an important mill village. See two factory sites and the dam. Walk ■ Mill Village and Directions/Parking: Rte. 6 to Hop This is a scenic walk on the Hop River Rail Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern 49 age 12+ only Rail Trail River Rd.Park at Rail Trail. Railroad Museum. SOct. 18 2 p.m. 860-617-3308. 1 p.m. An Encounter The First Congregational Church of Join the First Congregational Church of Woodstock as they celebrate 325 years. Participants will learn about the first Walk ■ with John Eliot Woodstock, 543 Rte. 169, Woodstock, encounters with the Wabbaquassets, the Rev. John Eliot, “Praying Villages” and Pulpit Rock. We will walk on private 83 CT. Directions/Parking: Park at the property parallel to Old Hall Road and the CT Path. At Eliot Rock, Leslie Sweetnam will reenact “An Encounter church. 860-928-7405. with John Eliot.” Shortly after this walk ends, stay for the Woodstock Hill Historic Cemetery Tour, starting at 2:30. Firstchurchwoodstock.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: The First Congregational Church of Woodstock. 1 p.m. Tales of 207 Mason Hill Rd., Killingly (Dayville), Learn how the Town of Killingly acquired this 20 acre property from the Federal Lands to Parks program and the Walk ■ Mason Hill CT. Directions/Parking: From Rte. 395, volunteer efforts to develop the property. Walk a moderate 0.9 mile woodland trail, hear about letterboxing and 84 exit 94 to Ballouville, at traffic light the story of the mysterious fallen tree. Optional: Walk a scenic 2 mile country road with steep incline, views of Five (Rte. 12) drive on Ballouville Road for Mile River and dam, see a stone house from one of the 1st Killingly villages. A map of “undiscovered Killingly” will 1.2 miles to stop sign; turn right, then be provided so you can explore back roads! Killinglyconservation.org. 1.5 hours, 0.9 miles. Sponsored by: Killingly immediate left on Mason Hill Road for 1 Conservation Commission. mile; turn right at kiosk on Quarry Road to Conservation Area. 860-779-5310. Sunday, October 11 continued on next page Saturday, October 10 continued 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Brandy, Silk & Westford Hill Distillers, 196 Chatey Westford Hill Distillers is one of the first craft distillers in the U.S. and does not have public hours, but we’ll open the Walk ■ Smugglers Rd., Ashford, CT. 860-429-0464. distillery on this rare occasion for continuous tours, showing fermentation, distillation and barrel aging. The distillery 68 is on a 200 acre property unaltered since the early 1700’s. Take the guided walk (at 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.) through fields and wood roads on the property. Visitors will learn of early industry on this farm including silk making, charcoal kilns, honey trees and the procurement of non-tax paid spirits at the Smugglers Tree. Westfordhill.com. Open 6 hours. Walks are 1.5 hours, 1 mile each. Sponsored by: Westford Hill Distillers. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Carelot Harvest Carelot Children’s Center, 155 North Fun Fall Event for the whole family! Arts & crafts, moon bounce, games, music, free food, giveaways and more! No Event R C Festival St., Killingly (Danielson), CT. admission fee for this children & family-friendly day! 4 hours. Sponsored by: Killingly Business Association. 69 860-779-0611. 10 a.m. F irefighting Huguenot Steamer Museum, 655 Participants will learn about the history of firefighting including the formation of the Oxford Fire Department. See Walk ● R  Museum Tour Main St., Oxford (North Oxford), MA. antique & modern fire engines and enjoy video presentations in the museum. Free hot dogs! Bring your camera! 70 *Repeats Sat. 508-987-3404. Huguenotsteamer.com. 2 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Oxford Firefighters Association. Oct. 24 10 a.m. 10 a.m. G ray Ledge Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Visit Gray Ledge Tree Farm on your quest for fall foliage color. Find and identify hardwood tree species by their Walk ● C Leaf Hunt Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. colorful fall leaves, using the “Plant Science 101” approach. Bring something to collect (and later preserve) your 71 *Repeats Sat. finds. How many different species will you be able to find? 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. Oct. 10 2 p.m. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 3rd Annual Tails & Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Beginning with a traditional Mashantucket Pequot blessing ceremony, the event kicks-off with two scenic dog Event R Trails Event Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, walks. The fair will have a variety of dog demonstrations, lectures, music and food. What dog fair is complete 72 SOct. 11 CT. 860-312-8525. without dog adoptions, contests and other entertainment? Suggestions to make this event even more fun or 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. if you’d like to be a vendor, “bark” at [email protected]. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. Tails & Trails Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort One of the two wagging walks offered at the 3rd Annual Tails & Trails event hosted by Two Trees Inn. This hike takes Walk ♦ R Lantern Hills Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, you and your four-legged friends on a difficult loop trail, leading to the 491-ft. summit of Lantern Hill. Stand on 73 SOct. 11 10 a.m. Summit Hike CT. 860-312-8525. milky white quartz and view the stunning panorama, including the Lantern Hill Pond far below. For more details, go to CanineMingleLLC.com or Foxwoods.com/twotreesinn.aspx. 1 hour, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. Tails & Trails Walk Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Another of the wagging walks offered at the 3rd Annual Tails & Trails event hosted by Two Trees Inn. This walk Walk ■ R to Lantern Hill Casino, 240 Indiantown Rd., Ledyard, for you and your four-legged companion, rated moderate, leads to the tranquil water of Lantern Hill Pond. Walk 74 SOct. 11 10 a.m. Pond CT. 860-312-8525. and wag! For more details, go to CanineMingleLLC.com or Foxwoods.com/twotreesinn.aspx. 1 hour, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods Resort Casino. 10 a.m. The Three Bridges Main St. (Rte. 66) at Jillson Square, We will review the great historical photos at Liberty Bank downtown and then explore the Victorian Footbridge, Walk ● C of Downtown Windham (Willimantic), CT. Frog Bridge, and Bridge of Flowers. Lots of history and beauty to behold. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. 10 SOct. 17 Willimantic - Directions/Parking: Parking in the Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 12:30 p.m. and More! First Baptist Church lot. 860-617-3308. 10 a.m. Up and Over 44 Ayer Rd., Franklin, CT. Directions/ Follow along a well-traveled horse trail up through the woods to the foundations of house, barn and school. Enjoy Walk ■ R Ayer Mountain Parking: At intersection of Rtes. 32 & the trek down a long brook with natural waterfalls into a natural pool. Franklinct.com. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored 75 207, turn south on 207, 1.25 miles, by: Franklin Historical Society. 2nd left onto Ayer Rd. Look for #44 in field. 860-642-7036. 12:30 p.m. Houses and Roseland Cottage, 556 Rte. 169, This guided tour will explore the relationship between the architecture and history of Woodstock Hill. We’ll examine Walk ● R History of Woodstock, CT. 860-928-4074. architectural styles and decorative features as well as the forces and history that shaped them. Historicnewengland.org. 76 SOct. 11 Woodstock Hill 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Roseland Cottage/Historic New England. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. Robbins Preserve End of Fred Davis Rd., Thompson, CT. Drink in the open meadows, conifer forests, Five Mile River, and habitat management of this land trust preserve. 77 Walk ■ 860-428-0968. Wyndhamlandtrust.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Wyndham Land Trust. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras 1 p.m. The Rails, The 55 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Learn about the railroads, the river that powered the mills and the heritage of Willimantic as a great center Walk ● R River, The City CT. Directions/Parking: Drive on the of commerce in the region. Optional: Tour the museum or take a train ride after for an additional cost. 38 C gravel road beside the tracks about Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 17 10 a.m. 0.5 miles to the greeter. 860-617-3308. 1 p.m. Wally Lamb’s 108 Crescent St., Norwich, CT. The walking tour, “Wally Lamb’s Norwich,” hosted by the author, will begin at the Norwich Free Academy, where Lamb Walk ♦ Norwich 860-887-6964. was both a student and a teacher. Participants will proceed past Wally’s boyhood home on the way to downtown 78 Norwich, then up Broadway to Uncas’s Leap, which was pivotal to the writing of his novel I Know This Much Is True. The tour ends back at NFA where Wally will explain the importance of Slater Memorial Museum in the development of his fiction. Slatermuseum.org. 2.5 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 1:30 p.m. The Curious Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, 148 Pine Hill Enjoy meeting the Alpacas, learn about the history and care of these inquisitive animals, plus what can be done Walk ● C Alpacas Rd., Sterling, CT. Directions/Parking: with their fleece. We’ll have a spinning demonstration, plus the farm store will be open with yarn and alpaca products 62  Rte. 395, exit 88, east on Rte. 14A for 5 for sale. Bring your cameras to take pictures of your children with the curious alpaca! Pinehillalpacafarm.com. SOct. 11 miles. Turn right onto Pine Hill Rd., sign 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Pine Hill Alpaca Farm, LLC. 1:30 p.m. at end of driveway. 860-564-7204. 2 p.m. G ray Ledge Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Visit Gray Ledge Tree Farm on your quest for fall foliage color. Find and identify hardwood tree species by their Walk ● C Leaf Hunt Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. colorful fall leaves, using the “Plant Science 101” approach. Bring something to collect (and later preserve) your 71 finds. How many different species will you be able to find? 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Free Walktobers 8 a.m. Bird Watching CT Audubon Center, 218 Day Rd., Witness the wide variety of migrating birds on the Pomfret Sanctuary. Expect to find some warbler species, several Walk ■ R Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. kinds of sparrows, vireos, woodpeckers, hawks and more! Ctaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret. 2 hours, 2 miles. 79 age 12+ only 860-928-4948. Sponsored by: CT Audubon Society. 10 a.m. ■ Blain Bridge West Thompson Dam, Ravenelle Rd. Join us for an easy-paced mountain bike ride through the West Thompson Dam to the site of the former Blain Road  Mountain Bike Gate, 600 Ravenelle Rd., Thompson, Bridge. Here you will learn about the history of the bridge and the plans to install a new bridge for park users to 80 Ride CT. 860-268-3058. enjoy. Thompsonct.org. 2 hours, 4-5 miles. Sponsored by: Thompson Trails Committee. 10 a.m. Norwich Chelsea Parade South, Norwich, CT. Meet the families who lived in the mansions along Washington St. and Broadway - Norwich’s Millionaires’ Triangle - in the Walk ■ Millionaires’ 860-887-6964. last half of the 19th century when Norwich was a wealthy manufacturing center whose residents drew the attention of 81 Triangle people across the nation. We’ll talk about who they were and how they lived during the most opulent era of the City’s history. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 10 a.m. Where the Buffalo Creamery Brook Bison, 19 Purvis Rd., Take a walk to see the bison and their handling facilities. Warm up after the walk with Wild Rice and Bison Soup. Walk ● C Still Roam Brooklyn, CT. 860-779-0837. Remember to wear walking shoes that can get dirty. A perennial family-favorite experience! Visit the farm store 82 *Repeats Mon. with the bison theme, too. Creamerybrookbison.net. 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Creamery Brook Bison. Oct. 12 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Hop River: Hop River Rd., Coventry, CT. Walk the rails and learn about Hop River Village, once an important mill village. See two factory sites and the dam. Walk ■ Mill Village and Directions/Parking: Rte. 6 to Hop This is a scenic walk on the Hop River Rail Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern 49 age 12+ only Rail Trail River Rd.Park at Rail Trail. Railroad Museum. SOct. 18 2 p.m. 860-617-3308. 1 p.m. An Encounter The First Congregational Church of Join the First Congregational Church of Woodstock as they celebrate 325 years. Participants will learn about the first Walk ■ with John Eliot Woodstock, 543 Rte. 169, Woodstock, encounters with the Wabbaquassets, the Rev. John Eliot, “Praying Villages” and Pulpit Rock. We will walk on private 83 CT. Directions/Parking: Park at the property parallel to Old Hall Road and the CT Path. At Eliot Rock, Leslie Sweetnam will reenact “An Encounter church. 860-928-7405. with John Eliot.” Shortly after this walk ends, stay for the Woodstock Hill Historic Cemetery Tour, starting at 2:30. Firstchurchwoodstock.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: The First Congregational Church of Woodstock. 1 p.m. Tales of 207 Mason Hill Rd., Killingly (Dayville), Learn how the Town of Killingly acquired this 20 acre property from the Federal Lands to Parks program and the Walk ■ Mason Hill CT. Directions/Parking: From Rte. 395, volunteer efforts to develop the property. Walk a moderate 0.9 mile woodland trail, hear about letterboxing and 84 exit 94 to Ballouville, at traffic light the story of the mysterious fallen tree. Optional: Walk a scenic 2 mile country road with steep incline, views of Five (Rte. 12) drive on Ballouville Road for Mile River and dam, see a stone house from one of the 1st Killingly villages. A map of “undiscovered Killingly” will 1.2 miles to stop sign; turn right, then be provided so you can explore back roads! Killinglyconservation.org. 1.5 hours, 0.9 miles. Sponsored by: Killingly immediate left on Mason Hill Road for 1 Conservation Commission. mile; turn right at kiosk on Quarry Road to Conservation Area. 860-779-5310. Sunday, October 11 continued on next page Sunday, October 11 continued 1 p.m. Walk in Wieloch West Main St. (0.25 miles east of This walk will be on Dudley Conservation Land Trust’s newly-acquired sanctuary. View the results of a dam removal Walk ■ Woods Yummy’s Asian Fusion Restaurant), project and the early stages of wetland restoration. Walk through a wooded area, visit the site with remnants of the 85 *Repeats Sun. Dudley, MA. 508-949-0250. Grand Trunk Railroad/Southern New England Railroad, and loop back to the parking area. Dudleyclt.org. 1-2 hours, Oct. 18 1 p.m. 3 miles. Sponsored by: Dudley Conservation Land Trust. 2 p.m. A Landscape The Prudence Crandall Museum, 1 Sarah Sportman, Archaeologist with Archaeological and Historical Services, Storrs, CT will discuss recent digs Event of Change - South Canterbury Rd., Canterbury, CT. done at the museum and how the finds reflect the changes property owners made over time at the site. Thanks to 86 Archaeology at 860-546-7800. Westminster Tool of Plainfield, admission is free for this event. Cultureandtourism.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: The the Prudence Prudence Crandall Museum. Crandall House 2:30 p.m. Woodstock Hill The First Congregational Church Another offering in celebration of the 325th anniversary of the church. After you’ve enjoyed the 1 p.m. “Encounter Walk ● Historic Cemetery of Woodstock, 543 Rte. 169, with John Eliot,” stay for a tour of the oldest cemetery in Northeast CT, dating back to 1689. Hear the explanation of 87 Tour Woodstock,CT. Directions/Parking: the beautiful old stones in this historic burial ground on the Woodstock Hill Common. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored Park at the church. 860-928-7405. by: Woodstock Cemetery Association. 3 p.m. Ghosts of 7 Hartford Rd., Brooklyn, CT. A 20 minute talk in the restored Old Brooklyn Meeting House of 1771 will precede a walk around the Green and Walk ● R Brooklyn Green Directions/Parking: Junction of Rte. 6 & nearby locations on Canterbury Road. The program will focus on the passionate lives of early citizens and their 88 age 12+ only 169, southwest corner. 860-779-2623. intense experiences that may have imprinted the locale with a ghostly residue. 1.5 hours, 0.7 miles. Sponsored by: Unitarian Universalist Society in Brooklyn. MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Where the Buffalo Creamery Brook Bison, 19 Purvis Rd., Take a walk to see the bison and their handling facilities. Warm up after the walk with Wild Rice and Bison Soup. Walk ● C Still Roam Brooklyn, CT. 860-779-0837. Remember to wear walking shoes that can get dirty. A perennial family-favorite experience! Visit the farm store 82 with the bison theme, too. Creamerybrookbison.net. 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Creamery Brook Bison. 11 a.m. Chaplin’s Air Line Chewink Rd., Chaplin, CT. Directions/ Enjoy a fall walk on this beautiful piece of the Air Line Trail. Learn about trains in the northeast CT hills and about Walk ● C Rail Trail Walk Parking: Rte. 6 to Chewink Rd., park the route of the Ghost Train! Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 89 SOct. 19 10 a.m. at lot where the Air Line Trail crosses *Repeats Sun. road. 860-617-3308. Oct. 18 10 a.m. 2 p.m. A utumn Cows and Graywall Farms, 49 Chappell Rd., Take a guided walk through farmland-preserved fields, and see the cows that make the milk. Sample some Walk ● R Fields Lebanon, CT. 860-642-4600. deliciously local Farmer’s Cow beverages & ice cream. NO DOGS please. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: The Farmer’s 90 NO DOGS Cow, Graywall Farms. 3 p.m. Air Line Trail Lore Pine St., Lebanon, CT. Directions/ See the site of Leonard’s Bridge Station, then we’ll walk west over the “big fill.” We’ll talk about the Ghost Train and Walk ● in Lebanon Parking: Rte. 66 to Pine St., down to CT railroad lore on yet another section of the Air Line Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: 59 C the rail trail over the Lebanon town CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 14 11 a.m. line to Leonard’s Bridge. 860-617-3308. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Meet the Wolf Den Friesians, 33 Fitzgerald Rd., Learn about the Friesian horse and meet them personally. Then take a walk to a scenic covered bridge about 0.25 Walk ● C Friesians! Brooklyn, CT. 860-942-6211 miles down the road where you can also take the 1.3 mile loop walk to see the beaver dam. Wolfdenfriesians.com. 91 *Repeats Sun. 2 hours, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Wolf Den Friesians. Oct. 25 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Shetucket River - 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. 860-887-2555. Slow, level walk past a working hydroelectric station to the historic dam on the Shetucket River. Observe the fish lift Walk ● Powering Norwich and view a video of the shad run. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Public Utilities. 34 and Lifting Fish Noon. Fishing in the 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Walk with Pete Procko on a wooded path to the Shetucket Dam. Learn about Greeneville and the various fish Walk ■ Shetucket thriving in the local rivers. This walk is definitely for the fishing enthusiasts! Bonus: join Norwich Public Utilities 92 prior to this walk (10:00am) to learn about Powering Norwich and Lifting Fish in the Shetucket. 1 hour, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 Free Walktobers 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Can Art Save Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main St. Engage in a lively discussion with award-winning author, Leila Philip and internationally renowned artist Garth Event Nature? (Rte. 131), Southbridge, MA. Evans. They will speak about their collaboration, the book Water Rising, and its environmental mission. Enjoy a short 93 508-764 5426. presentation, discussion and refreshments. Books signed by the authors will be for sale with proceeds going to support the Opacum Land Trust. Water-rising.com. 1 hour. Sponsored by: Jacob Edwards Library. 7 p.m. Black Tavern The Black Tavern, 138 Center Rd., Settle in to this cozy building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and enjoy the good old fashioned Event presents Dudley, MA. 508-943-8782. sounds of barbershop quartet, the original a cappella cool sounds. Don’t miss a chord! Blacktavern.com. 2 hours. 94 Barbershop Sponsored by: The Black Tavern Historical Society. Quartet FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Hike the Old Old Furnace State Park, South Join Chief Ranger Bill Reid and Lead Ranger Marcy Dawley for a hike on Old Furnace Trail to Ross’ Cliff, which Walk ■ Furnace Trail to Frontage Rd., Killingly, CT. provides one of the most beautiful vistas in The Last Green Valley with views to the east over exceptional foliage. 95 SOct. 23 10 a.m. Ross’ Cliff 860-774-3300. Along the way we’ll learn about the flora and fauna of the region and the history of the park. Thelastgreenvalley. org. 2 hours, 3-4 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. 10 a.m. The Golden Clock City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. Norwich City Hall is a true work of art that should be visited. Completed in 1873 at a cost of $250,000, the building Walk ● R  Tower 860-823-3751 features “dungeon-like” cells in the basement, French Second Empire architecture, and many of the original 58 age 12+ only furnishings. It is a true masterpiece of craftmanship punctuated with a gold clock tower. Join city leaders in this engaging tour. Ages 12 years and up only. Norwichct.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: City of Norwich. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. F rom Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 *Repeats Sat. Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. Oct. 17 11 a.m. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. & 2 p.m. 9 a.m. F rom Pulpit to Westfield Congregational Church, Discover the fascinating history of the historic Westfield Church by touring graves of former pastors dating back Walk ● C Tomb: The Preachers United Church of Christ, 210 Main St., to the mid-18th century. The tour begins at the current church then will head to several cemeteries with historians 97 of Killingly’s Killingly (Danielson), CT. who offer remarkable insight into the history of the church and community. Westfielducc.org. 3 hours. 2 miles. Most Historic 860-774-8438. Sponsored by: Westfield Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. Congregation 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tourtellotte Tourtellotte Memorial High School, This event will feature a variety of craft makers. There is no admission, parking is free. For more information Event R Memorial High 785 Riverside Dr., Thompson (No. or a vendor application, call 860-928-2154. Extend your day with a tour of the Memorial Room/1909 Building. 98 School Alumni Grosvenordale), CT. 860-928-2154. Thompsonhistorical.org. Open for 6 hours. Sponsored by: Thompson Historical Society. Association Craft Fair 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tour the Tourtellotte Memorial High School, This spectacular museum was dedicated in September 1909. Built by Dr. & Mrs. Tourtellotte in honor of their two Event R C Tourtellotte 785 Riverside Dr., Thompson (No. little girls who passed away at a young age, this is known as the largest public school museum in the U.S. It contains 99 Memorial Room Grosvenordale), CT. 860-928-5527. numerous pieces of art, family bric-a-brac and a lot of history! Thompsonhistorical.org. Open for 6 hours. Sponsored Museum/1909 by: Thompson Historical Society. Building 9:30 a.m. A rts & Eats Stroll Windham Textile & History Museum, This wildy popular, easy, tasty, and artsy walk is back by popular demand for its 2nd year, and a golden opportunity Walk ● ( in Downtown 411 Main St., Windham (Willimantic), for a new audience to sample the best Willimantic has to offer! Limit: 25 attendees, with preference to newcomers. 100 R  Romantic CT. 860-423-9156. Please specify food allergies upon required registration. 860-423-9156. Waiting list will be established (including age 12+ only Willimantic past attendees). 3 hours. 2 miles. Sponsored by: Thread City Development & Windham Textile Museum. 9:30 a.m. Mansfield PUP 2 Dog Lane, Mansfield (Storrs), CT. Take a guided walk through Downtown Storrs with your four-legged friends! We’ll have fun and educational stops Walk ● R Crawl 860-429-2740. along the way. Walk takes place rain or shine over varied terrain. For more info, visit Mansfieldct.org/mdp. 2 hours, 101 Rain or Shine 1.5-2 miles. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership. Saturday, October 17 continued on next page Sunday, October 11 continued 1 p.m. Walk in Wieloch West Main St. (0.25 miles east of This walk will be on Dudley Conservation Land Trust’s newly-acquired sanctuary. View the results of a dam removal Walk ■ Woods Yummy’s Asian Fusion Restaurant), project and the early stages of wetland restoration. Walk through a wooded area, visit the site with remnants of the 85 *Repeats Sun. Dudley, MA. 508-949-0250. Grand Trunk Railroad/Southern New England Railroad, and loop back to the parking area. Dudleyclt.org. 1-2 hours, Oct. 18 1 p.m. 3 miles. Sponsored by: Dudley Conservation Land Trust. 2 p.m. A Landscape The Prudence Crandall Museum, 1 Sarah Sportman, Archaeologist with Archaeological and Historical Services, Storrs, CT will discuss recent digs Event of Change - South Canterbury Rd., Canterbury, CT. done at the museum and how the finds reflect the changes property owners made over time at the site. Thanks to 86 Archaeology at 860-546-7800. Westminster Tool of Plainfield, admission is free for this event. Cultureandtourism.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: The the Prudence Prudence Crandall Museum. Crandall House 2:30 p.m. Woodstock Hill The First Congregational Church Another offering in celebration of the 325th anniversary of the church. After you’ve enjoyed the 1 p.m. “Encounter Walk ● Historic Cemetery of Woodstock, 543 Rte. 169, with John Eliot,” stay for a tour of the oldest cemetery in Northeast CT, dating back to 1689. Hear the explanation of 87 Tour Woodstock,CT. Directions/Parking: the beautiful old stones in this historic burial ground on the Woodstock Hill Common. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored Park at the church. 860-928-7405. by: Woodstock Cemetery Association. 3 p.m. Ghosts of 7 Hartford Rd., Brooklyn, CT. A 20 minute talk in the restored Old Brooklyn Meeting House of 1771 will precede a walk around the Green and Walk ● R Brooklyn Green Directions/Parking: Junction of Rte. 6 & nearby locations on Canterbury Road. The program will focus on the passionate lives of early citizens and their 88 age 12+ only 169, southwest corner. 860-779-2623. intense experiences that may have imprinted the locale with a ghostly residue. 1.5 hours, 0.7 miles. Sponsored by: Unitarian Universalist Society in Brooklyn. MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Where the Buffalo Creamery Brook Bison, 19 Purvis Rd., Take a walk to see the bison and their handling facilities. Warm up after the walk with Wild Rice and Bison Soup. Walk ● C Still Roam Brooklyn, CT. 860-779-0837. Remember to wear walking shoes that can get dirty. A perennial family-favorite experience! Visit the farm store 82 with the bison theme, too. Creamerybrookbison.net. 1.5 hours, 0.5 miles. Sponsored by: Creamery Brook Bison. 11 a.m. Chaplin’s Air Line Chewink Rd., Chaplin, CT. Directions/ Enjoy a fall walk on this beautiful piece of the Air Line Trail. Learn about trains in the northeast CT hills and about Walk ● C Rail Trail Walk Parking: Rte. 6 to Chewink Rd., park the route of the Ghost Train! Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 89 SOct. 19 10 a.m. at lot where the Air Line Trail crosses *Repeats Sun. road. 860-617-3308. Oct. 18 10 a.m. 2 p.m. A utumn Cows and Graywall Farms, 49 Chappell Rd., Take a guided walk through farmland-preserved fields, and see the cows that make the milk. Sample some Walk ● R Fields Lebanon, CT. 860-642-4600. deliciously local Farmer’s Cow beverages & ice cream. NO DOGS please. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: The Farmer’s 90 NO DOGS Cow, Graywall Farms. 3 p.m. Air Line Trail Lore Pine St., Lebanon, CT. Directions/ See the site of Leonard’s Bridge Station, then we’ll walk west over the “big fill.” We’ll talk about the Ghost Train and Walk ● in Lebanon Parking: Rte. 66 to Pine St., down to CT railroad lore on yet another section of the Air Line Trail. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: 59 C the rail trail over the Lebanon town CT Eastern Railroad Museum. SOct. 14 11 a.m. line to Leonard’s Bridge. 860-617-3308. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Meet the Wolf Den Friesians, 33 Fitzgerald Rd., Learn about the Friesian horse and meet them personally. Then take a walk to a scenic covered bridge about 0.25 Walk ● C Friesians! Brooklyn, CT. 860-942-6211 miles down the road where you can also take the 1.3 mile loop walk to see the beaver dam. Wolfdenfriesians.com. 91 *Repeats Sun. 2 hours, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Wolf Den Friesians. Oct. 25 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Shetucket River - 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. 860-887-2555. Slow, level walk past a working hydroelectric station to the historic dam on the Shetucket River. Observe the fish lift Walk ● Powering Norwich and view a video of the shad run. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Public Utilities. 34 and Lifting Fish Noon. Fishing in the 7 Eighth St., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. Walk with Pete Procko on a wooded path to the Shetucket Dam. Learn about Greeneville and the various fish Walk ■ Shetucket thriving in the local rivers. This walk is definitely for the fishing enthusiasts! Bonus: join Norwich Public Utilities 92 prior to this walk (10:00am) to learn about Powering Norwich and Lifting Fish in the Shetucket. 1 hour, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 Free Walktobers 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Can Art Save Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main St. Engage in a lively discussion with award-winning author, Leila Philip and internationally renowned artist Garth Event Nature? (Rte. 131), Southbridge, MA. Evans. They will speak about their collaboration, the book Water Rising, and its environmental mission. Enjoy a short 93 508-764 5426. presentation, discussion and refreshments. Books signed by the authors will be for sale with proceeds going to support the Opacum Land Trust. Water-rising.com. 1 hour. Sponsored by: Jacob Edwards Library. 7 p.m. Black Tavern The Black Tavern, 138 Center Rd., Settle in to this cozy building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and enjoy the good old fashioned Event presents Dudley, MA. 508-943-8782. sounds of barbershop quartet, the original a cappella cool sounds. Don’t miss a chord! Blacktavern.com. 2 hours. 94 Barbershop Sponsored by: The Black Tavern Historical Society. Quartet FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Hike the Old Old Furnace State Park, South Join Chief Ranger Bill Reid and Lead Ranger Marcy Dawley for a hike on Old Furnace Trail to Ross’ Cliff, which Walk ■ Furnace Trail to Frontage Rd., Killingly, CT. provides one of the most beautiful vistas in The Last Green Valley with views to the east over exceptional foliage. 95 SOct. 23 10 a.m. Ross’ Cliff 860-774-3300. Along the way we’ll learn about the flora and fauna of the region and the history of the park. Thelastgreenvalley. org. 2 hours, 3-4 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. 10 a.m. The Golden Clock City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT. Norwich City Hall is a true work of art that should be visited. Completed in 1873 at a cost of $250,000, the building Walk ● R  Tower 860-823-3751 features “dungeon-like” cells in the basement, French Second Empire architecture, and many of the original 58 age 12+ only furnishings. It is a true masterpiece of craftmanship punctuated with a gold clock tower. Join city leaders in this engaging tour. Ages 12 years and up only. Norwichct.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: City of Norwich. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. F rom Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 *Repeats Sat. Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. Oct. 17 11 a.m. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. & 2 p.m. 9 a.m. F rom Pulpit to Westfield Congregational Church, Discover the fascinating history of the historic Westfield Church by touring graves of former pastors dating back Walk ● C Tomb: The Preachers United Church of Christ, 210 Main St., to the mid-18th century. The tour begins at the current church then will head to several cemeteries with historians 97 of Killingly’s Killingly (Danielson), CT. who offer remarkable insight into the history of the church and community. Westfielducc.org. 3 hours. 2 miles. Most Historic 860-774-8438. Sponsored by: Westfield Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. Congregation 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tourtellotte Tourtellotte Memorial High School, This event will feature a variety of craft makers. There is no admission, parking is free. For more information Event R Memorial High 785 Riverside Dr., Thompson (No. or a vendor application, call 860-928-2154. Extend your day with a tour of the Memorial Room/1909 Building. 98 School Alumni Grosvenordale), CT. 860-928-2154. Thompsonhistorical.org. Open for 6 hours. Sponsored by: Thompson Historical Society. Association Craft Fair 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tour the Tourtellotte Memorial High School, This spectacular museum was dedicated in September 1909. Built by Dr. & Mrs. Tourtellotte in honor of their two Event R C Tourtellotte 785 Riverside Dr., Thompson (No. little girls who passed away at a young age, this is known as the largest public school museum in the U.S. It contains 99 Memorial Room Grosvenordale), CT. 860-928-5527. numerous pieces of art, family bric-a-brac and a lot of history! Thompsonhistorical.org. Open for 6 hours. Sponsored Museum/1909 by: Thompson Historical Society. Building 9:30 a.m. A rts & Eats Stroll Windham Textile & History Museum, This wildy popular, easy, tasty, and artsy walk is back by popular demand for its 2nd year, and a golden opportunity Walk ● ( in Downtown 411 Main St., Windham (Willimantic), for a new audience to sample the best Willimantic has to offer! Limit: 25 attendees, with preference to newcomers. 100 R  Romantic CT. 860-423-9156. Please specify food allergies upon required registration. 860-423-9156. Waiting list will be established (including age 12+ only Willimantic past attendees). 3 hours. 2 miles. Sponsored by: Thread City Development & Windham Textile Museum. 9:30 a.m. Mansfield PUP 2 Dog Lane, Mansfield (Storrs), CT. Take a guided walk through Downtown Storrs with your four-legged friends! We’ll have fun and educational stops Walk ● R Crawl 860-429-2740. along the way. Walk takes place rain or shine over varied terrain. For more info, visit Mansfieldct.org/mdp. 2 hours, 101 Rain or Shine 1.5-2 miles. Sponsored by: Mansfield Downtown Partnership. Saturday, October 17 continued on next page Saturday, October 17 continued 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Franklin Fall Ashbel Woodward House Museum, Travel back in time at this museum that offers many events throughout the year. Explore their many exhibits as you learn. Event C Festival & 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. This is a free event and great to enjoy with the family! See the listing for the Franklin Cemetery Walks and add another 102 Transportation 860-917-0520. dimension to your Franklin experience. Questions? Call 860-917-0520 or email [email protected]. Day Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 10 a.m. Holland to 20 Pond Bridge Rd., Holland, MA. This is a guided bicycle ride on unused roads and abandoned rail beds with short stretches on little-traveled Bike ●  Brimfield Trail 413-245-7745. public roads. We will cycle past an historic Indian meeting site and see expansive view of open wetlands and the 103 Ride Quinebaug River. Sightings of beaver, herons and even eagles are possible. Town.holland.ma.us and Brimfieldtrail. org. 2 hours, 10 miles. Sponsored by: Holland & Brimfield Trail Committees. 10 a.m. How to Grow a Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Originally established as a dairy farm c. 1750, the Gray’s have owned the property for three generations, since 1947, Walk ● Christmas Tree Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. and have been growing spruce since 1976. What makes the perfect Christmas tree? Visit the tree farm and see 104 C demonstrations on the care, know-how, and equipment involved with the art of Christmas tree growing. Visitors *Repeats Sat. will be treated to “Plant Science 101,” the Farm Machinery Museum will be open, and refreshments will be available. Oct. 17 2 p.m. 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. 10 a.m. The Old Woquonnec School, 155 Providence St. Hike through a glacier valley with Tim Jencks, Taftville Fire Chief, to the sites of two former reservoirs. View a pump house, Walk ♦ Reservoirs of Norwich (Taftville), CT. Walk across street tower and other aspects important in running a fully-functioning reservoir including a dam which is still maintained by 105 Taftville to Taftville Fire Dept. 860-887-6964. Norwich Public Utilities. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2.5 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. The Stillness of 12 Westford Rd., Eastford, CT. Parking This trail starts/ends behind the school. Walk along the Still River and note location of a mill. Enjoy benches built Walk ■ C the River on school grounds, beyond the by members of the Eastford Conservation and Historical Preservation Commission and funded by a TLGV grant. 106 firehouse (800’ west of Rte. 198 Observe a wolf tree, sluiceway, dam and two wooden bridges. A Walktober classic! Eastfordconservation.org. 1 hour, junction.) 860-974-0407. 1 mile. Sponsored by: Eastford Conservation and Historical Preservation Commission 10 a.m. Willimantic 28 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Willimantic Whitewater Partnership will lead an easy fact-packed Willimantic River Walk from Bridge Street Walk ● Whitewater CT. 860-786-8754. to Rte. 66 and back. Hear about the history, flora and fauna, Native American lore and more with noted and 107 Partnership knowledgeable guide Kevin Segar. Willimanticwhitewater.org. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Willimantic River Walk Whitewater Partnership. 10 a.m. Youth Nature TEEG, 15 Thatcher Rd. Thompson This walk is designed specifically for children under the age of 8 (however older children are welcome). Decorate Walk ● R C Scavenger Walk (North Grosvenordale), CT. your own nature bags while enjoying a healthy snack, then walk through the woods surrounding TEEG while 108 860-923-3458. engaging in a nature/sensory scavenger hunt. Teegonline.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: TEEG (Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group). 11 a.m. F rom Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 *Repeats Sat. Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. Oct. 17 2 p.m. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. 11 a.m. The Legends of Ashbel Woodward House Museum, We’ll meet at the museum, then follow the leader on a short drive to the cemetery for our tour. Learn about Walk ● Franklin Cemetery 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. Directions/ Franklin’s early days, and all of the legends that come out of this historical cemetery. Tour will be offered again 109 C *Repeats Tour Parking: Meet at museum 15 minutes at 1:30 (and possibly 3:15 if there is demand.) Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sat. Oct. 17 before walk. 860-917-0520. Sponsored by: Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 1:30 p.m. 1 p.m. Architecture Leffingwell House Museum, 348 View colonial Norwich’s impressive architecture while learning about our nation’s most infamous native son. Walk ● R of Colonial Washington St., Norwich, CT. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 110 Norwichtown 860-887-6964. along the Benedict Arnold Trail 1 p.m. Trek to the Tri- 662 East Thompson Rd. (New Rd. Enjoy a walk along the Air Line Trail in Thompson and up to the Tri-State Marker. Be in 3 states at once (CT, MA, RI)! Walk ● C State Marker with junction)., Thompson, CT. Hear some of the tales of the trail along the way, including the 1891 East Thompson Train Wreck. Thelastgreenvalley.org. 111 TLGV Rangers 860-774-3300. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. Kevin and John Saturday, October 17 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras Saturday, October 17 continued 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Franklin Fall Ashbel Woodward House Museum, Travel back in time at this museum that offers many events throughout the year. Explore their many exhibits as you learn. Event C Festival & 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. This is a free event and great to enjoy with the family! See the listing for the Franklin Cemetery Walks and add another 102 Transportation 860-917-0520. dimension to your Franklin experience. Questions? Call 860-917-0520 or email [email protected]. Day Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 10 a.m. Holland to 20 Pond Bridge Rd., Holland, MA. This is a guided bicycle ride on unused roads and abandoned rail beds with short stretches on little-traveled Bike ●  Brimfield Trail 413-245-7745. public roads. We will cycle past an historic Indian meeting site and see expansive view of open wetlands and the 103 Ride Quinebaug River. Sightings of beaver, herons and even eagles are possible. Town.holland.ma.us and Brimfieldtrail. org. 2 hours, 10 miles. Sponsored by: Holland & Brimfield Trail Committees. 10 a.m. How to Grow a Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Originally established as a dairy farm c. 1750, the Gray’s have owned the property for three generations, since 1947, Walk ● Christmas Tree Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. and have been growing spruce since 1976. What makes the perfect Christmas tree? Visit the tree farm and see 104 C demonstrations on the care, know-how, and equipment involved with the art of Christmas tree growing. Visitors *Repeats Sat. will be treated to “Plant Science 101,” the Farm Machinery Museum will be open, and refreshments will be available. Oct. 17 2 p.m. 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. 10 a.m. The Old Woquonnec School, 155 Providence St. Hike through a glacier valley with Tim Jencks, Taftville Fire Chief, to the sites of two former reservoirs. View a pump house, Walk ♦ Reservoirs of Norwich (Taftville), CT. Walk across street tower and other aspects important in running a fully-functioning reservoir including a dam which is still maintained by 105 Taftville to Taftville Fire Dept. 860-887-6964. Norwich Public Utilities. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2.5 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. The Stillness of 12 Westford Rd., Eastford, CT. Parking This trail starts/ends behind the school. Walk along the Still River and note location of a mill. Enjoy benches built Walk ■ C the River on school grounds, beyond the by members of the Eastford Conservation and Historical Preservation Commission and funded by a TLGV grant. 106 firehouse (800’ west of Rte. 198 Observe a wolf tree, sluiceway, dam and two wooden bridges. A Walktober classic! Eastfordconservation.org. 1 hour, junction.) 860-974-0407. 1 mile. Sponsored by: Eastford Conservation and Historical Preservation Commission 10 a.m. Willimantic 28 Bridge St., Windham (Willimantic), Willimantic Whitewater Partnership will lead an easy fact-packed Willimantic River Walk from Bridge Street Walk ● Whitewater CT. 860-786-8754. to Rte. 66 and back. Hear about the history, flora and fauna, Native American lore and more with noted and 107 Partnership knowledgeable guide Kevin Segar. Willimanticwhitewater.org. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Willimantic River Walk Whitewater Partnership. 10 a.m. Youth Nature TEEG, 15 Thatcher Rd. Thompson This walk is designed specifically for children under the age of 8 (however older children are welcome). Decorate Walk ● R C Scavenger Walk (North Grosvenordale), CT. your own nature bags while enjoying a healthy snack, then walk through the woods surrounding TEEG while 108 860-923-3458. engaging in a nature/sensory scavenger hunt. Teegonline.org. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: TEEG (Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group). 11 a.m. F rom Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 *Repeats Sat. Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. Oct. 17 2 p.m. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. 11 a.m. The Legends of Ashbel Woodward House Museum, We’ll meet at the museum, then follow the leader on a short drive to the cemetery for our tour. Learn about Walk ● Franklin Cemetery 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. Directions/ Franklin’s early days, and all of the legends that come out of this historical cemetery. Tour will be offered again 109 C *Repeats Tour Parking: Meet at museum 15 minutes at 1:30 (and possibly 3:15 if there is demand.) Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sat. Oct. 17 before walk. 860-917-0520. Sponsored by: Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 1:30 p.m. 1 p.m. Architecture Leffingwell House Museum, 348 View colonial Norwich’s impressive architecture while learning about our nation’s most infamous native son. Walk ● R of Colonial Washington St., Norwich, CT. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 110 Norwichtown 860-887-6964. along the Benedict Arnold Trail 1 p.m. Trek to the Tri- 662 East Thompson Rd. (New Rd. Enjoy a walk along the Air Line Trail in Thompson and up to the Tri-State Marker. Be in 3 states at once (CT, MA, RI)! Walk ● C State Marker with junction)., Thompson, CT. Hear some of the tales of the trail along the way, including the 1891 East Thompson Train Wreck. Thelastgreenvalley.org. 111 TLGV Rangers 860-774-3300. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: The Last Green Valley. Kevin and John Saturday, October 17 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras Saturday, October 17 continued 1:30 p.m. The Legends of Ashbel Woodward House Museum, We’ll meet at the museum, then follow the leader on a short drive to the cemetery for our tour. Learn about Walk ● Franklin Cemetery 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. Directions/ Franklin’s early days, and all of the legends that come out of this historical cemetery. (Tour will possibly be offered 109 C Tour Parking: Meet at museum 15 minutes again at 3:15 if there is demand.) Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: before walk. 860-917-0520. Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 2 p.m. Dinosaur Woods The Woods at Long Pond, 395 Who lives here? Where are they now? Every October our baby dinosaur welcomes children to the woods to see Walk ● ( Sturbridge Rd., Brimfield, MA. the wonderful colors of fall. Follow the dinosaur footsteps through the trails to see the animal habitats and onto 112 C Directions/Parking: Located on the the pavilion for some dinosaur play. Field cam posters will show all the creatures who have passed before you SOct. 18 2 p.m. Sturbridge/Brimfield town line on including turkey, deer, coyote, fox and more. Perfect for children up to 10 years of age. Pre-registration required by Rte. 20. 508-454-6699. email to [email protected] or call 413-245-1062. “Like” The Woods at Long Pond on facebook. 2 hours, 0.75 miles. Sponsored by: The Woods at Long Pond, Sullivan & Company Real Estate. 2 p.m. From Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. 2 p.m. How to Grow a Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Originally established as a dairy farm c. 1750, the Gray’s have owned the property for three generations, since 1947, Walk ● Christmas Tree Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. and have been growing spruce since 1976. What makes the perfect Christmas tree? Visit the tree farm and see 104 C demonstrations on the care, know-how, and equipment involved with the art of Christmas tree growing. Visitors will be treated to “Plant Science 101,” the Farm Machinery Museum will be open, and refreshments will be available. 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. 2 - 4 p.m. The Continuing Jewett City Baptist Church, 58 Main Take a trip back in time as you enjoy an exhibit of photos and artifacts covering the life of the church as we Event Life of a Church St., Griswold (Jewett City), CT. celebrate our 175th anniversary. A short talk to open the event at 2 p.m. will discuss special events, and participants 113 860-376-4577. may visit the grave of the first pastor, located behind the church. Jcbaptistchurch.org. Opens at 2 p.m. Sponsored by: Jewett City Baptist Church. 3 p.m. Bohemian 84 East Town St., Norwich, CT. Salons, exhibitions and literary book clubs filled the lives of Norwichians Ozias and Hannah Dodge, Charlotte Fuller Walk ■ Norwichtown 860-887-6964. Eastman, Helen Newton and others. When they weren’t teaching in their classrooms at NFA, they were working in 14 their downtown studios or planning the next soiree. Enter the lives of Norwich’s artistic community at the turn of the 20th century. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 4 p.m. Traitors and Spies: Hampton Community Center, 178 Benedict Arnold, infamous traitor, was once George Washington’s favorite commander. Regan Miner from the Event R  A Tale of Two Main St., Hampton, CT. 860-884-5162. Norwich Historical Society will tell the story of his descent from Revolutionary War hero to the nation’s most 114 Generals despicable traitor, and his roots in The Last Green Valley. Hamptonct.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. Bike Bike the 6 Sandersdale Rd., Southbridge, MA. Pre-registration required for this pedal. Bike over ballast and dirt along the Quinebaug River on the new rail trail. Round ♦ (  Quinebaug Valley Directions/Parking: Across from Golden trip of approximately 3.6 miles can be longer if riders want it! Mountain Trail bikes only. No road bikes. Call Scott Benoit to 115 age 12+ only Rail Trail Greek Restaurant. 508-765-3784. pre-register at 508-765-3784. Ci.southbridge.ma.us. 1 hour, 3.6 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Trails Committee. 10 a.m. A Dawg’s Day in 261 Asylum St., Norwich, CT. Even dogs need a chance to walk their people once in a while! This informative walk will travel from the City’s dog Walk ■ the City 860-887-6964 park, through Upper Falls Park and historic Yantic to Uncas Leap and Yantic Falls. Interesting tour for people, too! 116 This is a favorite of many city dogs. Active dogs should arrive early to release some energy. Askncdc.com. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development Corporation. 10 a.m. Chaplin’s Air Line Chewink Rd., Chaplin, CT. Directions/ Enjoy a fall walk on this beautiful piece of the Air Line Trail. Learn about trains in the northeast CT hills and about Walk ● Rail Trail Walk Parking: Rte. 6 to Chewink Rd., park the route of the Ghost Train! Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 89 C at lot where the Air Line Trail crosses SOct. 19 10 a.m. road. 860-617-3308. 11:30 a.m. Spelunking in Address and directions will be sent High Rocks offers a cascade of boulders, some of which have formed caves and other phenomena. There are Walk ♦ ( Podunk to pre-registered attendees 2 days wonderful vistas on this difficult 3.5 hour hike. However due to the area’s ecological sensitivity, participation is 117 age 21+ only before the hike. East Brookfield, MA. strictly limited to the first 10 physically-fit adults who register. Pre-register by emailing [email protected]. A waiting 860-774-3300. list will be established if necessary. Opacumlt.org. 3.5 hours. Sponsored by: Opacum Land Trust. Sunday, October 18 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras Saturday, October 17 continued 1:30 p.m. The Legends of Ashbel Woodward House Museum, We’ll meet at the museum, then follow the leader on a short drive to the cemetery for our tour. Learn about Walk ● Franklin Cemetery 387 Rte. 32, Franklin, CT. Directions/ Franklin’s early days, and all of the legends that come out of this historical cemetery. (Tour will possibly be offered 109 C Tour Parking: Meet at museum 15 minutes again at 3:15 if there is demand.) Sites.google.com/site/ashbelwoodwardmuseum. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: before walk. 860-917-0520. Friends of Ashbel Woodward Museum. 2 p.m. Dinosaur Woods The Woods at Long Pond, 395 Who lives here? Where are they now? Every October our baby dinosaur welcomes children to the woods to see Walk ● ( Sturbridge Rd., Brimfield, MA. the wonderful colors of fall. Follow the dinosaur footsteps through the trails to see the animal habitats and onto 112 C Directions/Parking: Located on the the pavilion for some dinosaur play. Field cam posters will show all the creatures who have passed before you SOct. 18 2 p.m. Sturbridge/Brimfield town line on including turkey, deer, coyote, fox and more. Perfect for children up to 10 years of age. Pre-registration required by Rte. 20. 508-454-6699. email to [email protected] or call 413-245-1062. “Like” The Woods at Long Pond on facebook. 2 hours, 0.75 miles. Sponsored by: The Woods at Long Pond, Sullivan & Company Real Estate. 2 p.m. From Forest to Hull Forest Products, Inc., 101 You’ll have 3 chances to take this walk today! Learn how locally-grown trees are sustainably harvested and the Walk ● R Flooring Hampton Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret fascinating process of turning logs into lumber for flooring, furniture, post & beam timbers, and railroad ties and 96 Center), CT. 860-377-0117. pallets. This is an easy, 90 minute tour of a modern sawmill and lumber manufacturing facility. Hullforest.com. 1.5 hours, 0.4 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. 2 p.m. How to Grow a Gray Ledge Tree Farm, 210 Lathrop Originally established as a dairy farm c. 1750, the Gray’s have owned the property for three generations, since 1947, Walk ● Christmas Tree Rd., Plainfield, CT. 860-564-8769. and have been growing spruce since 1976. What makes the perfect Christmas tree? Visit the tree farm and see 104 C demonstrations on the care, know-how, and equipment involved with the art of Christmas tree growing. Visitors will be treated to “Plant Science 101,” the Farm Machinery Museum will be open, and refreshments will be available. 1-1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Gray Ledge Tree Farm. 2 - 4 p.m. The Continuing Jewett City Baptist Church, 58 Main Take a trip back in time as you enjoy an exhibit of photos and artifacts covering the life of the church as we Event Life of a Church St., Griswold (Jewett City), CT. celebrate our 175th anniversary. A short talk to open the event at 2 p.m. will discuss special events, and participants 113 860-376-4577. may visit the grave of the first pastor, located behind the church. Jcbaptistchurch.org. Opens at 2 p.m. Sponsored by: Jewett City Baptist Church. 3 p.m. Bohemian 84 East Town St., Norwich, CT. Salons, exhibitions and literary book clubs filled the lives of Norwichians Ozias and Hannah Dodge, Charlotte Fuller Walk ■ Norwichtown 860-887-6964. Eastman, Helen Newton and others. When they weren’t teaching in their classrooms at NFA, they were working in 14 their downtown studios or planning the next soiree. Enter the lives of Norwich’s artistic community at the turn of the 20th century. Slatermuseum.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy, Slater Memorial Museum. 4 p.m. Traitors and Spies: Hampton Community Center, 178 Benedict Arnold, infamous traitor, was once George Washington’s favorite commander. Regan Miner from the Event R  A Tale of Two Main St., Hampton, CT. 860-884-5162. Norwich Historical Society will tell the story of his descent from Revolutionary War hero to the nation’s most 114 Generals despicable traitor, and his roots in The Last Green Valley. Hamptonct.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. Bike Bike the 6 Sandersdale Rd., Southbridge, MA. Pre-registration required for this pedal. Bike over ballast and dirt along the Quinebaug River on the new rail trail. Round ♦ (  Quinebaug Valley Directions/Parking: Across from Golden trip of approximately 3.6 miles can be longer if riders want it! Mountain Trail bikes only. No road bikes. Call Scott Benoit to 115 age 12+ only Rail Trail Greek Restaurant. 508-765-3784. pre-register at 508-765-3784. Ci.southbridge.ma.us. 1 hour, 3.6 miles. Sponsored by: Southbridge Trails Committee. 10 a.m. A Dawg’s Day in 261 Asylum St., Norwich, CT. Even dogs need a chance to walk their people once in a while! This informative walk will travel from the City’s dog Walk ■ the City 860-887-6964 park, through Upper Falls Park and historic Yantic to Uncas Leap and Yantic Falls. Interesting tour for people, too! 116 This is a favorite of many city dogs. Active dogs should arrive early to release some energy. Askncdc.com. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development Corporation. 10 a.m. Chaplin’s Air Line Chewink Rd., Chaplin, CT. Directions/ Enjoy a fall walk on this beautiful piece of the Air Line Trail. Learn about trains in the northeast CT hills and about Walk ● Rail Trail Walk Parking: Rte. 6 to Chewink Rd., park the route of the Ghost Train! Cteastrrmuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: CT Eastern Railroad Museum. 89 C at lot where the Air Line Trail crosses SOct. 19 10 a.m. road. 860-617-3308. 11:30 a.m. Spelunking in Address and directions will be sent High Rocks offers a cascade of boulders, some of which have formed caves and other phenomena. There are Walk ♦ ( Podunk to pre-registered attendees 2 days wonderful vistas on this difficult 3.5 hour hike. However due to the area’s ecological sensitivity, participation is 117 age 21+ only before the hike. East Brookfield, MA. strictly limited to the first 10 physically-fit adults who register. Pre-register by emailing [email protected]. A waiting 860-774-3300. list will be established if necessary. Opacumlt.org. 3.5 hours. Sponsored by: Opacum Land Trust. Sunday, October 18 continued on next page l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras Sunday, October 18 continued

1 p.m. Between a Rock Wolf Rock & Sawmill Brook Preserves, Climb to Wolf Rock and enjoy spectacular autumn views, then proceed to Sawmill Brook Preserve to the stunning Walk ■ and a Marshy Crane Hill Rd., Mansfield, CT. Sawmill Brook Marsh. Learn to identify trees, birds, wildflowers, and other natural interests as we pass them! There 118 Place Directions/Parking: Park on road. may be wet spots depending on how busy the beaver has been. Be prepared! Mansfieldct.cgov. 2 hours, 2 miles. Trailhead on right. 860-429-6257. Sponsored by: Mansfield Parks Advisory Committee. 1 p.m. The Green Cow Peckham Farm, 137 Dugg Hill Rd., See how the cows of Woodstock (and their farmers!) work with conservationists to protect the environment. Walk ● Woodstock, CT. 860-779-0557. Explore the 150-cow, 7th-generation Peckham family farm. Visit calves and pastured cows, sample award-winning 119 Cabot cheese, and learn about modern conservation practices utilized by local dairy farmers. Nrcs.usda.gov. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. 1 p.m. Hebrew Cemetery 38 Route 12, Preston, CT. Traditionally, worn out or no-longer-used religious artifacts containing reference to God are stored in a Genizah Event ● Book Burial 860-887-6964. (Hebrew for storage); in contemporary times, the Genizah is a burial. Please join the Norwich Hebrew Benevolent 120 Association in Cemetery No. 1 for a Genizah ceremony. All who wish to bury unused Judaica are welcome to bring them along in fully biodegradable bags or cartons. Norwichhebrewbenevolent.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Hebrew Benevolent Association. 1 p.m. Hike the Colonel, 21 Blonders Blvd., Ledyard, CT. Pre-registration for this experience is required. Call Ledyard Public Libraries at 860-464-9912. Learn the interesting Walk ● ( Colonel Ledyard Directions/Parking: Park at the history of this local woodlands trail. Anne Roberts-Pierson of Avalonia Land Conservancy (avalonialandconservancy. 121 SOct. 25 1 p.m. Park entrance to the park at the Ledyard org) will be our guide today. We will discover/observe the natural habitats and surprises this trail holds. Join us for Board of Education building. refreshments after the hike, compliments of the Friends of Ledyard Libraries. Ledyard.lioninc.org. 2 hours, 2.5 miles. 860-464-9912. Sponsored by: Ledyard Public Libraries. 1 p.m. Tour a National Captain Grant’s, 109 Rte 2A, Preston, You will experience a tour of Captain Grant’s, 1754, with an explanation of how the grand home was built. Leaving Walk ● R Register Home & CT. 860-887-7589. the house tour, you will go back further in time and tour one of the first cemeteries in Preston, and the first for 122 *Repeats Sun. the 17th Century Poquetanuck Village, dating back to the 1600’s. Cookies and coffee will be served. Captaingrants.com. 2 hours, Oct. 25 1 p.m. Cemetery < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Captain Grant’s, 1754. Behind It 1 p.m. Walk in Wieloch West Main St. (0.25 miles east of This walk will be on Dudley Conservation Land Trust’s (DCLT) newly-acquired sanctuary. View the results of a Walk ■ Woods Yummy’s Asian Fusion Restaurant), dam removal project and the early stages of wetland restoration. Walk through a wooded area, visit the site 85 Dudley, MA. 508-949-0250. with remnants of the Grand Trunk Railroad/Southern New England Railroad, and loop back to the parking area. Dudleyclt.org. 1-2 hours, 3 miles. Sponsored by: Dudley Conservation Land Trust. 1:30 p.m. This Was His Myers Pond Forest, 159 Kinney Learn about sustainable forestry, history of Union, and George H. Myers, the man behind the Yale-Myers Forest Walk ■ Forest Hollow Rd., Union, CT. 860-377-0117. on this 2 hour tour of the Hull Forestlands Myers Pond Forest, the jewel of his properties. Hullforest.com. 2 hours, 123 SOct. 25 1:30 p.m. 2 miles. Sponsored by: Hull Forest Products, Inc. 2 p.m. Campus Public Art ECSU, Eugene Smith Library, 83 A public Art Walk on ECSU’s beautiful campus will feature works that stimulate the imagination and connect to Walk ● R Walk at Eastern Windham St., Windham (Willimantic), nature and the environment. Come see your public art and discover the richness of our fine arts heritage in your 124  Connecticut State CT. Directions/Parking: Meet in front own back yard. Easternct.edu. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Eastern Connecticut State University. University of Eugene Smith Library. 860-450-0435. 2 p.m. St. Mary Cemetery Providence St. (Rte. 171), Putnam, Cemeteries reveal how different societies have honored their dead and how the dead inspire the living. Enjoy an Walk ● Walk CT. Directions/Parking: Just west of afternoon walk in a cemetery which dates back to 1867 and learn the history of some of the people who are buried 125 St. Mary Church (218 Providence St.) there. Aspinockhs-putnam.weebly.com. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Aspinock Historical Society & Town of 860-963-0092. Putnam. 3 p.m. Laurel Hill River Avenue, Norwich, CT. Laurel Hill, a Victorian residential development, is in a romantic setting on the west bank of the Thames River. Listed Walk ■ 860-887-6964. on the National Register of Historic Places, this neighborhood contains some of the best Victorian architecture in 126 the city. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. 300th Bell Westfield Congregational Church, Celebrate on October 19th, the actual 300th anniversary of Westfield Church’s founding, by helping to ring the Event C Ringing: United Church of Christ, 210 Main St., steeple bell 300 times! Historic tours of the church will be offered as well as the chance to ring the bell known as 127 Celebrate the Killingly (Danielson), CT. “the heartbeat of Killingly.” Refreshments provided. Contact the church with questions. Westfielducc.org. Sponsored Anniversary of 860-774-8438. by: Westfield Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. the Founding of Killingly’s Most Historic Congregation Noon - 5 p.m. L ibrary Scavenger Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library, A family-friendly Walktober Scavenger hunt will take place all afternoon at the library. Be sure to stop in and see Event ● R Hunt at the Pearle 40 Schofield Ave. (Rte. 12), Dudley, what you and the children find at the Pearle! Crawfordlibrary.org. Available for 5 hours. Sponsored by: Town of 128  C MA. 508-949-8021. Dudley, Pearle L. Crawford Library. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dinner & a Movie Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library, A long family-friendly tradition at the Pearle, you are welcome for Walktober to enjoy dinner (provided) & a movie. Event ● R at the Pearle 40 Schofield Ave. (Rte. 12), Dudley, Make it your new family tradition! Crawfordlibrary.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Town of Dudley, Pearle L. Crawford 129  C MA. 508-949-8021. Library. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 Free Walktobers 11 a.m. Next Stop - Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd., Starting out in the beautiful Goodwin State Forest, we will explore this section of the Air Line Trail, going to the Walk ■ C Hampton Station Hampton, CT. Directions/Parking: Hampton Station Site. Lots of train tales will be told. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 2 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT 130 SOct. 25 10 a.m. on the Air Line Park at lot by conservation center. Eastern Railroad Museum. *Repeats Sat. Trail 860-617-3308. Oct. 24 10 a.m. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 Free Walktobers 1 p.m. Walk the Historic 370 South Canterbury Rd. (Rte. 169), Pre-registration opens beginning October 1 (individual pre-registrations only, ages 12+ only. Call 860-546-9346. Leave Walk ■ ( R Captain John Canterbury, CT. 860-546-9346. message if necessary. No early registrations accepted). If you’ve ever passed this property on scenic Rte. 169, you 131 age 12+ only Clark Property, remember it! A stunning white historic mansion, splendid stone walls & idyllic landscape. After a brief architectural SOct. 29 1 p.m. featuring Dr. Nick discussion with Ellen Wilson of the Canterbury Historical Society, Nick Bellantoni, Emeritus State Archaeologist, will lead a Bellantoni walk to the Quinebaug River, exploring the area’s geology, history and indigenous culture. Local Native American artifacts will also be on exhibit. Have an artifact of your own you’d like to learn more about? Bring it along and Dr. Bellantoni will offer his expert opinion. Canterburyhistorical.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Canterbury Historical Society. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Free Walktobers 6 a.m. Dawn of the Brimfield Dam, 24 Riverview Ave., Well worth the early wake up and drive to meet Ranger Jean, as she not only shares her knowledge and humor Walk ● R Beavers Sturbridge (Fiskdale), MA. with you, but you’ll walk to a beaver lodge, watch them watching us, and learn about their families, homes, dams 132 C 978-265-9507, 508-347-3705. and their impact. A great family-friendly fun walk! Nae.usace.army.mil. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: U.S. Army SOct. 25 6 a.m. Corps of Engineers. 8:30 a.m. - Congregational 175 Main St., Putnam, CT. Another reason to visit the Great Pumpkin Festival, the Church offers this family-friendly event. Admission is free, but you 3 p.m. Church of Putnam 860-928-4405. may want to open your wallet for raffles, white elephant, bake sale, $10 luncheon from 11:30-1:30, $8 for box lunch delivered 133 Event C  Harvest Fair & to the station for the Blackstone Valley train ride (preorder only). Call for details! 860-928-4405. A portion of all proceeds R Luncheon raised are shared with community charities. Putnamcong.com. Open 6.5 hours. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association. 8:45 a.m. HealthQuest’s Rotary Park Bandstand, 196 Kennedy Get PUMPkined up for the Great Pumpkin Festival in Putnam with a colorful, heart-healthy walk along Putnam’s scenic Walk ● C Pumpkin Parade Dr., Putnam, CT. Directions/Parking: River Trail, led by members of HealthQuest, a public health coalition working to make northeast Connecticut a healthier 134  I-395 to Exit 95 to Kennedy Drive. Park place to live, work, learn, and play. Meet at the bandshell in Putnam’s Rotary Park for a brief program - then follow is on the left. Parking in surrounding “Scratch” the Scarecrow and “Patch” the Pumpkin as they lead us down to the Putnam Farmer’s Market and back! Nddh. lots. 860-774-7350. org. 1 hour, 15 minutes, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Northeast District Dept. of Health, HealthQuest Northeast Connecticut.

10 a.m. Discover the St. Mary’s Church, 70 Central Ave., Join us for a walking tour in historic Greeneville to experience the architecture, history and current status of some Walk ● R Churches of Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. of the many churches. Church and congregational leaders will describe the history, architecture and current 135 Greeneville state of the communities they lead. Enjoy a light lunch of Portuguese Chouriço and Kale Soup in St. Mary’s downstairs recreation room. Tour continues through the village at 1:00 as Pete Procko, President of the Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Zone, guides the group, focusing on the industrial and commercial history of the village. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. F irefighting Huguenot Steamer Museum, 655 Participants will learn about the history of firefighting including the formation of the Oxford Fire Department. See Walk ● R  Museum Tour Main St., Oxford (North Oxford), MA. antique & modern fire engines and enjoy video presentations in the museum. Free hot dogs! Bring your camera! 70 508-987-3404. Huguenotsteamer.com. 2 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Oxford Firefighters Association. 10 a.m - 4 p.m. The Great Downtown Putnam, Main St., Putnam, Don’t miss this fun fall Putnam Business Association Event. Vendors, great food, live entertainment, crafts, Event  R Pumpkin Festival CT. 860-928-1350. Blackstone Valley train ride and more, including some great BIG pumpkins, and Walktober offerings in town, too! 136 Discoverputnam.com. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association. Saturday, October 24 continued on next page MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 Free Walktobers 9 a.m. 300th Bell Westfield Congregational Church, Celebrate on October 19th, the actual 300th anniversary of Westfield Church’s founding, by helping to ring the Event C Ringing: United Church of Christ, 210 Main St., steeple bell 300 times! Historic tours of the church will be offered as well as the chance to ring the bell known as 127 Celebrate the Killingly (Danielson), CT. “the heartbeat of Killingly.” Refreshments provided. Contact the church with questions. Westfielducc.org. Sponsored Anniversary of 860-774-8438. by: Westfield Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. the Founding of Killingly’s Most Historic Congregation Noon - 5 p.m. L ibrary Scavenger Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library, A family-friendly Walktober Scavenger hunt will take place all afternoon at the library. Be sure to stop in and see Event ● R Hunt at the Pearle 40 Schofield Ave. (Rte. 12), Dudley, what you and the children find at the Pearle! Crawfordlibrary.org. Available for 5 hours. Sponsored by: Town of 128  C MA. 508-949-8021. Dudley, Pearle L. Crawford Library. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dinner & a Movie Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library, A long family-friendly tradition at the Pearle, you are welcome for Walktober to enjoy dinner (provided) & a movie. Event ● R at the Pearle 40 Schofield Ave. (Rte. 12), Dudley, Make it your new family tradition! Crawfordlibrary.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Town of Dudley, Pearle L. Crawford 129  C MA. 508-949-8021. Library. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 Free Walktobers 11 a.m. Next Stop - Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd., Starting out in the beautiful Goodwin State Forest, we will explore this section of the Air Line Trail, going to the Walk ■ C Hampton Station Hampton, CT. Directions/Parking: Hampton Station Site. Lots of train tales will be told. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 2 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT 130 SOct. 25 10 a.m. on the Air Line Park at lot by conservation center. Eastern Railroad Museum. *Repeats Sat. Trail 860-617-3308. Oct. 24 10 a.m. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 Free Walktobers 1 p.m. Walk the Historic 370 South Canterbury Rd. (Rte. 169), Pre-registration opens beginning October 1 (individual pre-registrations only, ages 12+ only. Call 860-546-9346. Leave Walk ■ ( R Captain John Canterbury, CT. 860-546-9346. message if necessary. No early registrations accepted). If you’ve ever passed this property on scenic Rte. 169, you 131 age 12+ only Clark Property, remember it! A stunning white historic mansion, splendid stone walls & idyllic landscape. After a brief architectural SOct. 29 1 p.m. featuring Dr. Nick discussion with Ellen Wilson of the Canterbury Historical Society, Nick Bellantoni, Emeritus State Archaeologist, will lead a Bellantoni walk to the Quinebaug River, exploring the area’s geology, history and indigenous culture. Local Native American artifacts will also be on exhibit. Have an artifact of your own you’d like to learn more about? Bring it along and Dr. Bellantoni will offer his expert opinion. Canterburyhistorical.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Canterbury Historical Society. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Free Walktobers 6 a.m. Dawn of the Brimfield Dam, 24 Riverview Ave., Well worth the early wake up and drive to meet Ranger Jean, as she not only shares her knowledge and humor Walk ● R Beavers Sturbridge (Fiskdale), MA. with you, but you’ll walk to a beaver lodge, watch them watching us, and learn about their families, homes, dams 132 C 978-265-9507, 508-347-3705. and their impact. A great family-friendly fun walk! Nae.usace.army.mil. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: U.S. Army SOct. 25 6 a.m. Corps of Engineers. 8:30 a.m. - Congregational 175 Main St., Putnam, CT. Another reason to visit the Great Pumpkin Festival, the Church offers this family-friendly event. Admission is free, but you 3 p.m. Church of Putnam 860-928-4405. may want to open your wallet for raffles, white elephant, bake sale, $10 luncheon from 11:30-1:30, $8 for box lunch delivered 133 Event C  Harvest Fair & to the station for the Blackstone Valley train ride (preorder only). Call for details! 860-928-4405. A portion of all proceeds R Luncheon raised are shared with community charities. Putnamcong.com. Open 6.5 hours. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association. 8:45 a.m. HealthQuest’s Rotary Park Bandstand, 196 Kennedy Get PUMPkined up for the Great Pumpkin Festival in Putnam with a colorful, heart-healthy walk along Putnam’s scenic Walk ● C Pumpkin Parade Dr., Putnam, CT. Directions/Parking: River Trail, led by members of HealthQuest, a public health coalition working to make northeast Connecticut a healthier 134  I-395 to Exit 95 to Kennedy Drive. Park place to live, work, learn, and play. Meet at the bandshell in Putnam’s Rotary Park for a brief program - then follow is on the left. Parking in surrounding “Scratch” the Scarecrow and “Patch” the Pumpkin as they lead us down to the Putnam Farmer’s Market and back! Nddh. lots. 860-774-7350. org. 1 hour, 15 minutes, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Northeast District Dept. of Health, HealthQuest Northeast Connecticut.

10 a.m. Discover the St. Mary’s Church, 70 Central Ave., Join us for a walking tour in historic Greeneville to experience the architecture, history and current status of some Walk ● R Churches of Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. of the many churches. Church and congregational leaders will describe the history, architecture and current 135 Greeneville state of the communities they lead. Enjoy a light lunch of Portuguese Chouriço and Kale Soup in St. Mary’s downstairs recreation room. Tour continues through the village at 1:00 as Pete Procko, President of the Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Zone, guides the group, focusing on the industrial and commercial history of the village. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 2 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 10 a.m. F irefighting Huguenot Steamer Museum, 655 Participants will learn about the history of firefighting including the formation of the Oxford Fire Department. See Walk ● R  Museum Tour Main St., Oxford (North Oxford), MA. antique & modern fire engines and enjoy video presentations in the museum. Free hot dogs! Bring your camera! 70 508-987-3404. Huguenotsteamer.com. 2 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Oxford Firefighters Association. 10 a.m - 4 p.m. The Great Downtown Putnam, Main St., Putnam, Don’t miss this fun fall Putnam Business Association Event. Vendors, great food, live entertainment, crafts, Event  R Pumpkin Festival CT. 860-928-1350. Blackstone Valley train ride and more, including some great BIG pumpkins, and Walktober offerings in town, too! 136 Discoverputnam.com. Open 6 hours. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association. Saturday, October 24 continued on next page Saturday, October 24 continued 10 a.m. Maple Leaf Farm 521 South Canterbury Rd. (Rte. 169), Take a leisurely 2 mile hike through 80+ acres of beautiful woodlands and hills. Observe proper timber conservation Walk ■ R Tour Canterbury, CT. 860-546-1110. practices and farmland stewardship. Tour an operating sawmill and the most modern maple syrup processing 137 age 12+ only plant in Connecticut! The farm store will be open. Canterburyct.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Canterbury SOct. 31 10 a.m. Agriculture Commission. 10 a.m. Next Stop - Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd., Starting out in the beautiful Goodwin State Forest, we will explore this section of the Air Line Trail, going to the Walk ■ C Hampton Station Hampton, CT. Directions/Parking: Hampton Station Site. Lots of train tales will be told. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 2 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT 130 SOct. 25 10 a.m. on the Air Line Park at lot by conservation center. Eastern Railroad Museum. Trail 860-617-3308. 10 a.m. Over the Bridge Pomfret Library, 449 Pomfret St., This 2 mile loop will begin in the Aicher Garden at the Pomfret Public library. Pomfret School students and staff will Walk ■ C and Through the Pomfret, CT. 860-377-5652. then take participants over a student-built bridge along the path they also built to connect to the library property. 138 Woods Snacks and an optional story time available in the library after the walk. Pomfretlibrary.org and Pomfretschool.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Friends of Pomfret Public Library & Pomfret School. 10 a.m. Rapoport/ Dead end of Calkins Rd. (129 Calkins Hike and explore the mixed habitat of the Wyndham Land Trust’s 155 acre Rapoport/Spalding Preserve in the 139 Walk ■ Spalding Preserve Rd.), Woodstock, CT. 860-928-4715. center of Woodstock. Wyndhamlandtrust.org. 1 hour, +/- 2 miles. Sponsored by: Wyndham Land Trust. 10 a.m. Walking the 223 North Burnham Hwy. (Rte. 169), Walkers will park and gather in the yard of the circa 1760 building. Learn about this building along with the present Walk ■ ( Fields of the Old Lisbon, CT. 860-376-2015. and former outbuildings here. We’ll then proceed to the fields of the 120 acre town-owned property. The challenges 140 R Burnham Tavern and opportunities of farming and maintaining a small farm will be discussed. Pre-registration required, 860-376-2015 SOct. 25 11 a.m. and leave a message for Ken. Lisbonct.com. 2.5 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Lisbon Historical Society. 12 p.m. Walk in Gertrude South Main St., Putnam, CT. Meet at the Boxcar Children Museum, an authentic 1920s railroad boxcar celebrating local author Gertrude Walk ● C Chandler Warner’s Directions/Parking: Some on-street Chandler Warner’s life and works. Walk in her footsteps as we pass her childhood home, then a home she enjoyed 141 Footsteps parking available, plus Kennedy Dr. later in life, and finally to the Grove Street Cemetery where she rests in peace. We encourage you to visit the free lots and in the Riverfront Commons museum after the walk, and enjoy the town’s annual Great Pumpkin Fest, too! Call Putnam Public Library for more lot. 860-963-6826. information 860-963-6826. Putnamlibrary.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Putnam Public Library. 12:30 p.m. D id You Know??? Meet at Putnam Public Library, Did you know that Aunt Jemima once visited Putnam and there’s a ghost at the Bradley Playhouse? Learn and Walk ● R  225 Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. “experience” a few FUN FACTS about the Town of Putnam as we recreate some of our more colorful, humorous and 142 NO DOGS 860-928-1350. unique history. Putnambusiness.org and DiscoverPutnam.com. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Putnam Business *Repeats Sat. Association. Oct. 24 2 p.m. 1 p.m. Putnam River Rotary Park Bandstand, 196 Kennedy A Walktober classic, led by Putnam historian Bill Pearsall, you’ll take an historical look at the development of mill life along the Walk ● R Trail’s Mill & Rail Dr., Putnam, CT. 860-928-5947. Quinebaug River. Learn the history of the town including mills, railroads, and how the 1955 flood changed the community. 143 History Aspinockhs-putnam.weebly.com. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Aspinock Historical Society, Town of Putnam. 1 p.m. We Are St. Mary’s Church, 70 Central Ave., Greeneville, originally settled by Irish immigrants, was home to the Norwich Water Power Company, which Walk ■ Greeneville! Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. began construction of a dam in 1829. By 1833, the dam and canals were finished and capable of providing water 144 power. Mills were built along the Shetucket River during the mid-19th century to take advantage of this water power. Join Pete Procko for a step into the past as he discusses Greeneville’s heyday and future as Greeneville’s Neighborhood Revitalization Zone committee is active in keeping the Greeneville section friendly for families and small businesses. BONUS: begin your day in Greeneville by attending the church tour at 10:00 a.m. and enjoy a light lunch of Portuguese Chouriço and Kale Soup in St. Mary’s downstairs recreation room at noon just prior to We Are Greeneville! 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee. 1:30 p.m. Civil War Maritime 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Turn the clock back to the time of the “War of The Rebellion” and speak with Commodore Joseph Lanman, a native of Walk ● History 860-887-6964. Norwich, and his wife Ann Cornelia. This walking tour will cover Norwich’s maritime history, from the first English settlers 11 and Mohicans, through the Revolutionary War, and on into the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Learn how a woman coped in a male-dominated society while her husband was on faraway stations and some little known historical oddities about Norwich and the sea. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 2 p.m. D id You Know??? Meet at Putnam Public Library, Did you know that Aunt Jemima once visited Putnam and there’s a ghost at the Bradley Playhouse? Learn and “experience” Walk ● R  225 Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. a few FUN FACTS about the Town of Putnam as we recreate some of our more colorful, humorous and unique history. 142 NO DOGS 860-928-1350. Putnambusiness.org and DiscoverPutnam.com. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras 3 p.m. Little Plain Green 130 Union Street, Norwich, CT. We will take a look at the area around the Little Plain Green, a local historic district containing Federal style houses Walk ■ 860-887-6964. from the end of the 1700s and beginning of the 1800s. Huntington Place, off the green, is an intact Victorian 145 housing development. Please join City Historian Dale Plummer for a one-hour tour of one of Norwich’s fascinating neighborhoods. Learn about Stephen Douglas’ 1860 visit to Norwich and other details of life in the early years of the Rose City. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Free Walktobers 9:30 a.m. Palazzi Orchard Palazzi Orchard, 1393 North Rd., Learn about growing local fruits such as apples, peaches and more, plus enjoy the Charter Oak Tree. See Walk ■  Walk & Talk Killingly (Dayville), CT. 860-774-4363. Revolutionary cemetery stones dated as early as 1753. Views from the highest hill in northeast CT to CT, RI, MA & 146 SOct. 27 9:30 a.m. NH! Bring your camera! Sorry, NO DOGS allowed. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Palazzi Orchard. 10 a.m. Meet the Wolf Den Friesians, 33 Fitzgerald Rd., Learn about the Friesian horse and meet them personally. Then take a walk to a scenic covered bridge about 0.25 Walk ● C Friesians! Brooklyn, CT. 860-942-6211 miles down the road where you can also take the 1.3 mile loop walk to see the beaver dam. Wolfdenfriesians.com. 91 2 hours, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Wolf Den Friesians. Sunday, October 25 continued on next page

Personal Injury Workers’ Compensation Civil Litigation Wills & Probate Saturday, October 24 continued 10 a.m. Maple Leaf Farm 521 South Canterbury Rd. (Rte. 169), Take a leisurely 2 mile hike through 80+ acres of beautiful woodlands and hills. Observe proper timber conservation Walk ■ R Tour Canterbury, CT. 860-546-1110. practices and farmland stewardship. Tour an operating sawmill and the most modern maple syrup processing 137 age 12+ only plant in Connecticut! The farm store will be open. Canterburyct.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Canterbury SOct. 31 10 a.m. Agriculture Commission. 10 a.m. Next Stop - Goodwin State Forest, 23 Potter Rd., Starting out in the beautiful Goodwin State Forest, we will explore this section of the Air Line Trail, going to the Walk ■ C Hampton Station Hampton, CT. Directions/Parking: Hampton Station Site. Lots of train tales will be told. Cteastrrmuseum.org. 2 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: CT 130 SOct. 25 10 a.m. on the Air Line Park at lot by conservation center. Eastern Railroad Museum. Trail 860-617-3308. 10 a.m. Over the Bridge Pomfret Library, 449 Pomfret St., This 2 mile loop will begin in the Aicher Garden at the Pomfret Public library. Pomfret School students and staff will Walk ■ C and Through the Pomfret, CT. 860-377-5652. then take participants over a student-built bridge along the path they also built to connect to the library property. 138 Woods Snacks and an optional story time available in the library after the walk. Pomfretlibrary.org and Pomfretschool.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Friends of Pomfret Public Library & Pomfret School. 10 a.m. Rapoport/ Dead end of Calkins Rd. (129 Calkins Hike and explore the mixed habitat of the Wyndham Land Trust’s 155 acre Rapoport/Spalding Preserve in the 139 Walk ■ Spalding Preserve Rd.), Woodstock, CT. 860-928-4715. center of Woodstock. Wyndhamlandtrust.org. 1 hour, +/- 2 miles. Sponsored by: Wyndham Land Trust. 10 a.m. Walking the 223 North Burnham Hwy. (Rte. 169), Walkers will park and gather in the yard of the circa 1760 building. Learn about this building along with the present Walk ■ ( Fields of the Old Lisbon, CT. 860-376-2015. and former outbuildings here. We’ll then proceed to the fields of the 120 acre town-owned property. The challenges 140 R Burnham Tavern and opportunities of farming and maintaining a small farm will be discussed. Pre-registration required, 860-376-2015 SOct. 25 11 a.m. and leave a message for Ken. Lisbonct.com. 2.5 hours, 2.5 miles. Sponsored by: Lisbon Historical Society. 12 p.m. Walk in Gertrude South Main St., Putnam, CT. Meet at the Boxcar Children Museum, an authentic 1920s railroad boxcar celebrating local author Gertrude Walk ● C Chandler Warner’s Directions/Parking: Some on-street Chandler Warner’s life and works. Walk in her footsteps as we pass her childhood home, then a home she enjoyed 141 Footsteps parking available, plus Kennedy Dr. later in life, and finally to the Grove Street Cemetery where she rests in peace. We encourage you to visit the free lots and in the Riverfront Commons museum after the walk, and enjoy the town’s annual Great Pumpkin Fest, too! Call Putnam Public Library for more lot. 860-963-6826. information 860-963-6826. Putnamlibrary.org. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Putnam Public Library. 12:30 p.m. D id You Know??? Meet at Putnam Public Library, Did you know that Aunt Jemima once visited Putnam and there’s a ghost at the Bradley Playhouse? Learn and Walk ● R  225 Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. “experience” a few FUN FACTS about the Town of Putnam as we recreate some of our more colorful, humorous and 142 NO DOGS 860-928-1350. unique history. Putnambusiness.org and DiscoverPutnam.com. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Putnam Business *Repeats Sat. Association. Oct. 24 2 p.m. 1 p.m. Putnam River Rotary Park Bandstand, 196 Kennedy A Walktober classic, led by Putnam historian Bill Pearsall, you’ll take an historical look at the development of mill life along the Walk ● R Trail’s Mill & Rail Dr., Putnam, CT. 860-928-5947. Quinebaug River. Learn the history of the town including mills, railroads, and how the 1955 flood changed the community. 143 History Aspinockhs-putnam.weebly.com. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Aspinock Historical Society, Town of Putnam. 1 p.m. We Are St. Mary’s Church, 70 Central Ave., Greeneville, originally settled by Irish immigrants, was home to the Norwich Water Power Company, which Walk ■ Greeneville! Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. began construction of a dam in 1829. By 1833, the dam and canals were finished and capable of providing water 144 power. Mills were built along the Shetucket River during the mid-19th century to take advantage of this water power. Join Pete Procko for a step into the past as he discusses Greeneville’s heyday and future as Greeneville’s Neighborhood Revitalization Zone committee is active in keeping the Greeneville section friendly for families and small businesses. BONUS: begin your day in Greeneville by attending the church tour at 10:00 a.m. and enjoy a light lunch of Portuguese Chouriço and Kale Soup in St. Mary’s downstairs recreation room at noon just prior to We Are Greeneville! 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee. 1:30 p.m. Civil War Maritime 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT. Turn the clock back to the time of the “War of The Rebellion” and speak with Commodore Joseph Lanman, a native of Walk ● History 860-887-6964. Norwich, and his wife Ann Cornelia. This walking tour will cover Norwich’s maritime history, from the first English settlers 11 and Mohicans, through the Revolutionary War, and on into the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Learn how a woman coped in a male-dominated society while her husband was on faraway stations and some little known historical oddities about Norwich and the sea. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 2 p.m. D id You Know??? Meet at Putnam Public Library, Did you know that Aunt Jemima once visited Putnam and there’s a ghost at the Bradley Playhouse? Learn and “experience” Walk ● R  225 Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. a few FUN FACTS about the Town of Putnam as we recreate some of our more colorful, humorous and unique history. 142 NO DOGS 860-928-1350. Putnambusiness.org and DiscoverPutnam.com. 1 hour, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Putnam Business Association.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras 3 p.m. Little Plain Green 130 Union Street, Norwich, CT. We will take a look at the area around the Little Plain Green, a local historic district containing Federal style houses Walk ■ 860-887-6964. from the end of the 1700s and beginning of the 1800s. Huntington Place, off the green, is an intact Victorian 145 housing development. Please join City Historian Dale Plummer for a one-hour tour of one of Norwich’s fascinating neighborhoods. Learn about Stephen Douglas’ 1860 visit to Norwich and other details of life in the early years of the Rose City. 1 hour, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich City Historian. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Free Walktobers 9:30 a.m. Palazzi Orchard Palazzi Orchard, 1393 North Rd., Learn about growing local fruits such as apples, peaches and more, plus enjoy the Charter Oak Tree. See Walk ■  Walk & Talk Killingly (Dayville), CT. 860-774-4363. Revolutionary cemetery stones dated as early as 1753. Views from the highest hill in northeast CT to CT, RI, MA & 146 SOct. 27 9:30 a.m. NH! Bring your camera! Sorry, NO DOGS allowed. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Palazzi Orchard. 10 a.m. Meet the Wolf Den Friesians, 33 Fitzgerald Rd., Learn about the Friesian horse and meet them personally. Then take a walk to a scenic covered bridge about 0.25 Walk ● C Friesians! Brooklyn, CT. 860-942-6211 miles down the road where you can also take the 1.3 mile loop walk to see the beaver dam. Wolfdenfriesians.com. 91 2 hours, 1.3 miles. Sponsored by: Wolf Den Friesians. Sunday, October 25 continued on next page

Personal Injury Workers’ Compensation Civil Litigation Wills & Probate Sunday, October 25 continued 10 a.m. The Legend of 210 Yantic St., Norwich, CT. Visit the Yantic River gorge, a wonderful natural resource that is home to the legend of Uncas Leap. This tour will Walk ■ Uncas Leap 860-887-6964. be led by a Mohegan Tribal Elder, and will travel from the planned Uncas Leap Heritage Area to the Royal Mohegan 147 Burial Ground. Explore the deep significance of the Mohegan Tribe’s heritage and its connection with Norwich. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society & The Mohegan Tribe. 1 p.m. Battle of Great Stanton School, 386 New London Join us for a brisk, multi-mile walk along one of the oldest roads in the Norwich area which was likely a route often Walk ♦ Plains Turnpike, Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. traveled by the Mohegans. Askncdc.com. 2.5 hours, 5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development 148 Corporation. 1 p.m. Exploring Clover Mill Rd. Mansfield, CT. Join us to explore one of Mansfield’s beautiful parks. This was Mansfield’s first town park and was one of the original Walk ● Schoolhouse Directions/Parking: From UConn, Rte. walks from Walktober’s beginning days! Enjoy the forest, stone walls, pond and stream as we stroll through the 149 Brook Park 195 South, right on Clover Mill Rd. Park vibrant foliage with knowledgeable naturalists as your walk leaders. Mansfieldct.gov. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored in lot 0.7 miles on right. 860-429-6257. by: Mansfield Parks Advisory Committee. 1 p.m. Tour a National Captain Grant’s, 109 Rte 2A, Preston, You will experience a tour of Captain Grant’s, 1754, with an explanation of how the grand home was built. Leaving Walk ● R Register Home & CT. 860-887-7589. the house tour, you will go back further in time and tour one of the first cemeteries in Preston, and the first for 122 the 17th Century Poquetanuck Village, dating back to the 1600’s. Cookies and coffee will be served. Captaingrants.com. 2 hours, Cemetery < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Captain Grant’s, 1754. Behind It 1 p.m. Visit a Working Pakulis Farm, 63 Creamery Brook Rd., We have cows, chickens and ducks! All of our farm equipment will be displayed so you can see how things get Walk ● Livestock and Turf Brooklyn, CT. 860-450-6566. done on a working farm. See a turf cutting demonstration, visit the 2 high tunnels where vegetables are grown, 150 Farm the pumpkin patch and outside gardens, too! 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Brooklyn Agriculture Commission. 1 p.m. Vistas and 483 Browns Rd., Mansfield, CT. Enjoy the foliage and panoramic views across hundreds of acres of working land. Twin Ponds Farm and Cloverleigh Walk ● R Vegetables 860-429-3015 ext. 6204. Farm have a unique partnership in which Twin Ponds Farm leases land to a new farm business, thereby supporting a 151 young farmer and putting more land into food production. Come hear about hay, firewood, and vegetable production and the preservation and restoration of Twin Ponds Farm. Light rain won’t stop this walk! Mansfieldct.gov. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Mansfield Agriculture Committee. 1:30 p.m. Nature - Framed! Windham Tolland 4-H Camp, 367 Taft This children-friendly nature scavenger hunt will take you on some of the trails and around the pond at the Walk ■ R C Pond Rd., Pomfret, CT. 860-974-3379. Windham County 4-H Outdoor Center. Children will be encouraged to gather material on their walk to make a 152 framed collage at the lodge at the end of the walk to take home with them. 4hcampct.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Spaulding Pond 258 Broad St., Norwich, CT. March 6, 1963 marked a major event in Norwich when the Spaulding Pond Dam at Mohegan Park breached. Walk ■ Dam Flood 860-887-6964. Freezing water and blocks of ice rushed for miles on a course through neighborhoods, ending at Norwich Harbor. 153 Join Roberta Vincent as she relives the event which took six lives. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 7 p.m. Connecticut’s Hampton Community Center, 178 Few people know that in the years before the Salem Witch Trials, Connecticut was New England’s fiercest witch Event R  Witch Hunt Main St., Hampton, CT. 860-884-5162. prosecutor. The first person hanged for witchcraft in New England came from Windsor, CT, and many more were 154 subsequently hanged as witches. Walt Woodward’s talk brings this extraordinary, but nearly forgotten story to life. Hamptonct.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Free Walktobers 5 - 7 p.m. Downtown Union Square, Main St. to Jade Business employees from Union Square to Jade Garden dress up and will be passing out candy at this family- Event ●  C Putnam Trick or Garden, Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. friendly event. Enjoy costumes galore in this parade-like atmosphere of family fun! Winyradio.com. Runs for 2 hours. 155 Treat Night 860-928-1350. Sponsored by: Town of Putnam. 6 p. m. Benedict Arnold’s Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. As dusk approaches, stroll through one of Norwich’s oldest graveyards where Benedict Arnold’s mother rests. Hear Walk ■ R Ghost local ghostly legends including one where Benedict himself visits his mother on horseback at midnight on All 156 Hallows Eve. Suggested donation $5.00. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Two Bells Beckon Woquonnec School, 155 Providence Taftville is an important New England mill village, established during the Industrial Revolution and home to Walk ■ St., Norwich (Taftville), CT. Ponemah Mills - once one of the largest cotton mills in the world. Visit the village and mill property, learn about 157 860-887-6964. plans for its preservation and reuse, and learn about the labor struggles that transformed this village in to a French Canadian enclave. Note: entry into the Ponemah Mills buildings may not be possible due to interior development progress. 2.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Taftville Fire Company #2. 10 a.m. Vampire Folk TBA, Griswold (Jewett City), CT. In the 1990’s, two skulls were found in an eastern CT gravel quarry. State Archaeologist, Nick Bellantoni, was called Walk ● ( Belief in Historic Directions/Parking: Map will be to investigate what turned out to be a forgotten colonial family cemetery. One grave in particular caught their eye, 158 age 12+ only New England mailed to participants. 860-486-4460. connecting the burial to Vampire folklore and a very real public health issue. Call 860-486-4460 for required pre- Rain or Shine registration! 1.5 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Griswold Bicentennial Committee, the CT State Museum of Natural History & CT Archaeology Center. 11:30 a.m. Revolutionary: 108 Crescent St., Norwich, CT. The Chelsea Parade Historic District story starts with the Royal Mohegan Burying grounds, continues through Walk ●  Chelsea Parade 860-887-6964. the city’s gilded age and to the Slater building’s recent exterior restoration. Slatermuseum.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. 159 and Slater Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy & Slater Memorial Museum. Memorial Museum 1:30 p.m. Scarecrow Davis Park, Main St., Killingly Build scarecrows in Davis Park starting at 1:30, then do some Trick or Treating as you visit the Main Street merchants Event C Kingdom and (Danielson), CT. 860-779-5390. after you’ve scared all those crows in the park away! Killingly.org. 2 hours, < 1 mile. Sponsored by Town of Killingly. 160 Trick or Treat on Main Street SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Tour the Black Black Tavern, 138 Center Rd., Dudley, Located on the corner of Center & Tanyard Roads in Dudley, MA, the 1804 Black Tavern was near the half-way point Event Tavern MA. 508-943-9611. of the stage coach trip from Boston to Hartford. The Black Tavern Historical Society will bring you back in time on a 161 2 hour guided tour of the tavern, a very important stop for travelers of days of old. Note: Closed shoes or sneakers recommended (no sandals or open-toed shoes please). Blacktavern.com. 2 hours. Sponsored by: The Black Tavern Historical Society. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 Free Walktobers 4 p.m. Santa Claus Riverfront Commons, Kennedy Dr., Line up under the canopy to see Santa’s exciting arrival on a fire truck and see the trees in Rotary Park light up, too. Event C  Comes to Putnam Putnam, CT. 860-928-1350. Free candy canes, Christmas cookies, and hot cocoa as you wait your turn to tell Santa what you want for Christmas. 162 We hope you were good! Winyradio.com. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Town of Putnam. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Free Walktobers 5 p.m. Holiday Dazzle Grove St. (Rte. 12) to Kennedy Dr. to The 14th Annual Holiday Dazzle Light Parade is ready to dazzle you again as a great way to kick off the holiday Event C  Light Parade Providence St., Putnam, CT. season with tons of lights, floats, music, fun, and maybe even a cow! Winyradio.com. 2 hours. Sponsored by: 163 860-928-1350. WINY Radio.

We hope you are enjoying your Walktober experience – Please Join Us and Make a Difference! The Last Green Valley, Inc. is a member-supported, nonprofit charitable organization established in 1995. We are stewards working to celebrate our heritage, conserve our natural resources, and respect our working lands. Our region consists of 35 towns and 1,100 square miles of which 77% are forests and farms, the third largest watershed flowing into Long Island Sound, and the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, DC. We need your help to keep The Last Green Valley green. Please become a member today by completing the form on the inside back cover of this publication or visit our website, www.thelastgreenvalley.org and click on the Shop menu. Sunday, October 25 continued 10 a.m. The Legend of 210 Yantic St., Norwich, CT. Visit the Yantic River gorge, a wonderful natural resource that is home to the legend of Uncas Leap. This tour will Walk ■ Uncas Leap 860-887-6964. be led by a Mohegan Tribal Elder, and will travel from the planned Uncas Leap Heritage Area to the Royal Mohegan 147 Burial Ground. Explore the deep significance of the Mohegan Tribe’s heritage and its connection with Norwich. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1.5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society & The Mohegan Tribe. 1 p.m. Battle of Great Stanton School, 386 New London Join us for a brisk, multi-mile walk along one of the oldest roads in the Norwich area which was likely a route often Walk ♦ Plains Turnpike, Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. traveled by the Mohegans. Askncdc.com. 2.5 hours, 5 miles. Sponsored by: Norwich Community Development 148 Corporation. 1 p.m. Exploring Clover Mill Rd. Mansfield, CT. Join us to explore one of Mansfield’s beautiful parks. This was Mansfield’s first town park and was one of the original Walk ● Schoolhouse Directions/Parking: From UConn, Rte. walks from Walktober’s beginning days! Enjoy the forest, stone walls, pond and stream as we stroll through the 149 Brook Park 195 South, right on Clover Mill Rd. Park vibrant foliage with knowledgeable naturalists as your walk leaders. Mansfieldct.gov. 2 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored in lot 0.7 miles on right. 860-429-6257. by: Mansfield Parks Advisory Committee. 1 p.m. Tour a National Captain Grant’s, 109 Rte 2A, Preston, You will experience a tour of Captain Grant’s, 1754, with an explanation of how the grand home was built. Leaving Walk ● R Register Home & CT. 860-887-7589. the house tour, you will go back further in time and tour one of the first cemeteries in Preston, and the first for 122 the 17th Century Poquetanuck Village, dating back to the 1600’s. Cookies and coffee will be served. Captaingrants.com. 2 hours, Cemetery < 1 mile. Sponsored by: Captain Grant’s, 1754. Behind It 1 p.m. Visit a Working Pakulis Farm, 63 Creamery Brook Rd., We have cows, chickens and ducks! All of our farm equipment will be displayed so you can see how things get Walk ● Livestock and Turf Brooklyn, CT. 860-450-6566. done on a working farm. See a turf cutting demonstration, visit the 2 high tunnels where vegetables are grown, 150 Farm the pumpkin patch and outside gardens, too! 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Brooklyn Agriculture Commission. 1 p.m. Vistas and 483 Browns Rd., Mansfield, CT. Enjoy the foliage and panoramic views across hundreds of acres of working land. Twin Ponds Farm and Cloverleigh Walk ● R Vegetables 860-429-3015 ext. 6204. Farm have a unique partnership in which Twin Ponds Farm leases land to a new farm business, thereby supporting a 151 young farmer and putting more land into food production. Come hear about hay, firewood, and vegetable production and the preservation and restoration of Twin Ponds Farm. Light rain won’t stop this walk! Mansfieldct.gov. 2 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Mansfield Agriculture Committee. 1:30 p.m. Nature - Framed! Windham Tolland 4-H Camp, 367 Taft This children-friendly nature scavenger hunt will take you on some of the trails and around the pond at the Walk ■ R C Pond Rd., Pomfret, CT. 860-974-3379. Windham County 4-H Outdoor Center. Children will be encouraged to gather material on their walk to make a 152 framed collage at the lodge at the end of the walk to take home with them. 4hcampct.org. 1.5 hours, 2 miles. Sponsored by: Windham County 4-H Foundation. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 Free Walktobers 10 a.m. Spaulding Pond 258 Broad St., Norwich, CT. March 6, 1963 marked a major event in Norwich when the Spaulding Pond Dam at Mohegan Park breached. Walk ■ Dam Flood 860-887-6964. Freezing water and blocks of ice rushed for miles on a course through neighborhoods, ending at Norwich Harbor. 153 Join Roberta Vincent as she relives the event which took six lives. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. 7 p.m. Connecticut’s Hampton Community Center, 178 Few people know that in the years before the Salem Witch Trials, Connecticut was New England’s fiercest witch Event R  Witch Hunt Main St., Hampton, CT. 860-884-5162. prosecutor. The first person hanged for witchcraft in New England came from Windsor, CT, and many more were 154 subsequently hanged as witches. Walt Woodward’s talk brings this extraordinary, but nearly forgotten story to life. Hamptonct.org. 2 hours. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Free Walktobers 5 - 7 p.m. Downtown Union Square, Main St. to Jade Business employees from Union Square to Jade Garden dress up and will be passing out candy at this family- Event ●  C Putnam Trick or Garden, Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT. friendly event. Enjoy costumes galore in this parade-like atmosphere of family fun! Winyradio.com. Runs for 2 hours. 155 Treat Night 860-928-1350. Sponsored by: Town of Putnam. 6 p. m. Benedict Arnold’s Elm Ave., Norwich, CT. 860-887-6964. As dusk approaches, stroll through one of Norwich’s oldest graveyards where Benedict Arnold’s mother rests. Hear Walk ■ R Ghost local ghostly legends including one where Benedict himself visits his mother on horseback at midnight on All 156 Hallows Eve. Suggested donation $5.00. Norwichhistoricalsociety.org. 1.5 hours, 1 mile. Sponsored by: Norwich Historical Society. l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras

We hope you are enjoying your Walktober experience – Please Join Us and Make a Difference! The Last Green Valley, Inc. is a member-supported, nonprofit charitable organization established in 1995. We are stewards working to celebrate our heritage, conserve our natural resources, and respect our working lands. Our region consists of 35 towns and 1,100 square miles of which 77% are forests and farms, the third largest watershed flowing into Long Island Sound, and the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, DC. We need your help to keep The Last Green Valley green. Please become a member today by completing the form on the inside back cover of this publication or visit our website, www.thelastgreenvalley.org and click on the Shop menu. FREE MULTI-DAY EVENTS EVERY DAY, SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 31, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free Multi-Day Event E vent ● R Letterbox Logee’s Greenhouses, 141 North St., This is a self-guided scavenger hunt. Bring friends so you can help each other search as you walk through the 6 C Scavenger Hunt Killingly (Danielson), CT. tropical greenhouses. Seek out the plant clues that lead you to the letterboxing stamps needed to complete your 164 Indoors at Logee’s 860-774-8038. treasure hunt. Find the letterbox pdf online at atlasquest.org. You’ll receive a $5 coupon upon completion. No fee Greenhouses for this fun mission! Logees.com. Sponsored by: Logee’s Greenhouses. SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 - 12, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Lapsley Orchard Lapsley Orchard, 403 Orchard Hill Welcome the fall on this Columbus Weekend family-friendly event. Enjoy free hayrides from 12 noon - 4 p.m. each Fall Harvest Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. day, along with live music. Entry is free, but there are tons of apples, cider, pumpkins and more for picking and 165 Festival 860-928-9186. purchase! Lapsleyorchard.com. Sponsored by: Lapsley Orchard SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 – 18 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C 26th Annual Town Common & Publick House, Rte. An ongoing lively event each fall features family fun, crafts, live music & entertainment, foods, farm fresh Sturbridge 131, Sturbridge, MA. 508-347-2761. harvests, and the popular Publick House Scarecrow Contest. Don’t miss out on the chance to visit! All details on 166 Harvest Festival Sturbridgetownships.com and Publickhouse.com. Sponsored by: Town of Sturbridge. SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 – 18 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Publick House’s Town Common & Publick House, 277 Held in conjunction with the Annual Harvest Festival, enjoy - or start - a family tradition. Enter your scarecrow 26th Annual Main St. (Rte. 131), Sturbridge, MA. for a chance to win cash prizes. Visit Publickhouse.com for more details and complete contest rules, including 167 Scarecrow 508-347-3313. registration and setup/takedown times. Publickhouse.com. Sponsored by: Publick House Historic Inn. Decorating Contest FRIDAY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20 – 21 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Holiday Fair 1171 Main St. (Rte. 31), Coventry, CT. This 2 day Holiday Fair runs from 6-8 p.m. on Friday evening (11/20), and from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday (11/21), 860-742-8487. featuring crafts, baked goods, attic treasures, antiques, gift baskets, vendors, raffle, lunch/dinner, and more! 168 FREE admission, but it sounds like shopping money should be in your pocket! Direct any questions to: [email protected]. Firstchurchcoventry.org. Sponsored by: First Congregational Church of Coventry. FEE EVENTS AUGUST - NOVEMBER Fee Event E vent C F ort Hill Farms 260 Quaddick Rd., Thompson, Get lost trying to find your way in and out of Southern New England’s premier corn maze. Collect the clues and see if Corn Maze CT. Directions/Parking: I-395 to you can solve the maze mystery. Flashlight nights Fri. - Sun. Pick pumpkins, meet our farm animals and try your hand 169 Adventures exit 99. Go east to Rte. 200 to at gem mining. Visit our Creamery. See pricing and more details on our website. Forthillfarms.com. Sponsored by Fort Thompson Common (0.5 miles). Hill Farms. At stop sign, proceed straight onto Quaddick Rd. Fort Hill Farms will be about 1 mile on the left. 860-923-3439. FRIDAY - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - OCTOBER 31 Fee Event E vent C E konk Hill Turkey 227 Ekonk Hill Rd., Moosup, CT. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from September 5th-October 31st. Explore 3 miles of paths in our 8 acre corn maze. Hayride Farm Corn Maze 860-564-0248. & barnyard are included in admission. Solve the maze puzzle and win FREE ice cream! Night maze every Saturday night. The 170 Harvest Festival Columbus Day weekend features moon bounce & free kid activities. Fees: 10 years and older $10, under age 10 for $6. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Getlostinthemaze.com. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 31 Fee Event E vent C R Fall Family Fun at Cedar Ledge Tree Farm, 260 Open from the last weekend in September through October, we offer fall farm family fun! Pick a pumpkin, take a tractor  Cedar Ledge Coventry Rd., Mansfield, CT. ride, enjoy mulch mountain sliding & pedal carts! You might even glimpse the perfect Christmas tree to come back for! 171 Tree Farm 860-423-5690. See website for hours, fees and more! Cedarledgetreefarm.com. Sponsored by: Cedar Ledge Tree Farm. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 4 - 6 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Hot Air Balloon Fort Hill Farms, 260 Quaddick Rd., Harvest the views of the tri-state autumn foliage while floating in a tethered hot air balloon. Get the magnificent Views Above Thompson, CT. Directions/Parking: aerial view of the Corn Maze Adventure. Proceeds of the balloon ride benefit The Last Green Valley. Hot air balloon 172 the Hill I-395 to exit 99. Go east to Rte. 200 courtesy of ReMax and the setting provided by Fort Hill Farms. Cost is $10 per person and there are a limited number to Thompson Common (0.5 mile). of ascensions that are wind and weather dependent. Come early. Details of other great activities on Forthillfarms.com. At stop sign, proceed straight onto Sponsored by Fort Hill Farms, ReMax and The Last Green Valley. Quaddick Rd. Fort Hill Farms will be about 1 mi. on the left. 860-923-3439. SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3 - 4, 10 a.m. Fee Event E vent C Farming Thru the 138 Blue Hill Rd., Franklin, CT. Bring the family, friends, neighbors! After offering square dancing and campfires all summer long, Blue Slope extends Ages at Blue Slope 860-642-6413. the family fun into fall. Farmer’s Market, animals, pie eating contest, demonstrations, antique vehicles, horse-drawn 173 carriage rides and much more! Adults $9, Children ages 4-14 just $4. Call 860-642-6413 with questions. Blueslope. com. Sponsored by: Blue Slope Country Museum. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 9 a.m. Fee Event E vent ( C ABC 5K Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 All walkers, joggers and runners are welcome to participate in this chip-timed 5k with all proceeds going to breast Hampton Rd. (Rte. 97), Pomfret, cancer research at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. You can help make a difference in the effort to Abolish Breast 174 CT. 860-974-1202. Cancer, and stretch your legs with old and new friends while doing it. See website for registration and fee details. Abc5kct.com. Sponsored by: The Champany Family for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee Event E vent 7th Annual Heart-O-The-Mart Antique Show Antique cars, muscle cars, classic trucks, street rods, custom cruisers, classic imports, and utility vehicles are all welcome! Over SOct. 4, 10 or 11 Brimfield Antique Grounds, 37 Palmer Rd. (Rte. 20), 81 trophies to be awarded. Three best-in-show awards. Vehicle registration: $10, General Admission: $7, free for seniors over 65, 175 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Auto Show Brimfield, MA. 413-245-9977 children under 13, military and veterans. Hitchcockacademy.org.. Sponsored by: Hitchcock Free Academy. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fee Event E vent C L effingwell Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Celebrate the Founding of Norwich in 1659 by taking a tour of the home of one of the 35 original founding families. Founders Day Washington St., Norwich, CT. Learn what it was like to live in the early days of the colonies. Do an “I Spy” hunt for artifacts belonging to some of 176 860-889-9440. the founding families. Fee: $5. Questions? Email: [email protected]. Leffingwellhousemuseum.org. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum/Society of the Founders of Norwich. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 4 - 6 p.m. Fee Event E vent ( Scenic Photo Safari Cat Hollow Park, Dog Hill Join artist Charleen as she goes over how to create and frame beautiful fall landscape images in this visually rich park. age 12+ only with Photographic Rd., Killingly (Danielson), CT. Participants should bring a 35mm camera with capability of putting it on “manual.” A tripod is not necessary but can 177 SOct. 4 4 - 6 p.m. Artist Charleen Directions/Parking: Parking be very helpful in low light situations and with capturing the waterfall. Pre-registration required: [email protected]. Larkin available at either end of park, Limited to 10 attendees. Fee: $20 each. Charleens.com. Sponsored by: Killingly Business Association. on Dog Hill Rd. or Valley Rd. Meet at the Dog Hill parking area for event. 860-774-8585. FREE MULTI-DAY EVENTS EVERY DAY, SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 31, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free Multi-Day Event E vent ● R Letterbox Logee’s Greenhouses, 141 North St., This is a self-guided scavenger hunt. Bring friends so you can help each other search as you walk through the 6 C Scavenger Hunt Killingly (Danielson), CT. tropical greenhouses. Seek out the plant clues that lead you to the letterboxing stamps needed to complete your 164 Indoors at Logee’s 860-774-8038. treasure hunt. Find the letterbox pdf online at atlasquest.org. You’ll receive a $5 coupon upon completion. No fee Greenhouses for this fun mission! Logees.com. Sponsored by: Logee’s Greenhouses. SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 - 12, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Lapsley Orchard Lapsley Orchard, 403 Orchard Hill Welcome the fall on this Columbus Weekend family-friendly event. Enjoy free hayrides from 12 noon - 4 p.m. each Fall Harvest Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret Center), CT. day, along with live music. Entry is free, but there are tons of apples, cider, pumpkins and more for picking and 165 Festival 860-928-9186. purchase! Lapsleyorchard.com. Sponsored by: Lapsley Orchard SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 – 18 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C 26th Annual Town Common & Publick House, Rte. An ongoing lively event each fall features family fun, crafts, live music & entertainment, foods, farm fresh Sturbridge 131, Sturbridge, MA. 508-347-2761. harvests, and the popular Publick House Scarecrow Contest. Don’t miss out on the chance to visit! All details on 166 Harvest Festival Sturbridgetownships.com and Publickhouse.com. Sponsored by: Town of Sturbridge. SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 – 18 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Publick House’s Town Common & Publick House, 277 Held in conjunction with the Annual Harvest Festival, enjoy - or start - a family tradition. Enter your scarecrow 26th Annual Main St. (Rte. 131), Sturbridge, MA. for a chance to win cash prizes. Visit Publickhouse.com for more details and complete contest rules, including 167 Scarecrow 508-347-3313. registration and setup/takedown times. Publickhouse.com. Sponsored by: Publick House Historic Inn. Decorating Contest FRIDAY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20 – 21 Free Multi-Day Event E vent R C Holiday Fair 1171 Main St. (Rte. 31), Coventry, CT. This 2 day Holiday Fair runs from 6-8 p.m. on Friday evening (11/20), and from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday (11/21), 860-742-8487. featuring crafts, baked goods, attic treasures, antiques, gift baskets, vendors, raffle, lunch/dinner, and more! 168 FREE admission, but it sounds like shopping money should be in your pocket! Direct any questions to: [email protected]. Firstchurchcoventry.org. Sponsored by: First Congregational Church of Coventry. FEE EVENTS AUGUST - NOVEMBER Fee Event E vent C F ort Hill Farms 260 Quaddick Rd., Thompson, Get lost trying to find your way in and out of Southern New England’s premier corn maze. Collect the clues and see if Corn Maze CT. Directions/Parking: I-395 to you can solve the maze mystery. Flashlight nights Fri. - Sun. Pick pumpkins, meet our farm animals and try your hand 169 Adventures exit 99. Go east to Rte. 200 to at gem mining. Visit our Creamery. See pricing and more details on our website. Forthillfarms.com. Sponsored by Fort Thompson Common (0.5 miles). Hill Farms. At stop sign, proceed straight onto Quaddick Rd. Fort Hill Farms will be about 1 mile on the left. 860-923-3439. FRIDAY - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - OCTOBER 31 Fee Event E vent C E konk Hill Turkey 227 Ekonk Hill Rd., Moosup, CT. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from September 5th-October 31st. Explore 3 miles of paths in our 8 acre corn maze. Hayride Farm Corn Maze 860-564-0248. & barnyard are included in admission. Solve the maze puzzle and win FREE ice cream! Night maze every Saturday night. The 170 Harvest Festival Columbus Day weekend features moon bounce & free kid activities. Fees: 10 years and older $10, under age 10 for $6. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Getlostinthemaze.com. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm.

l u KEY Easy n Moderate Difficult S Rain date R Restrooms  Wheelchair accessible C Especially for families with children Dogs welcome Bring canoe/kayak/PFD b Bring bike/helmet ( Registration req. Cameras SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 31 Fee Event E vent C R Fall Family Fun at Cedar Ledge Tree Farm, 260 Open from the last weekend in September through October, we offer fall farm family fun! Pick a pumpkin, take a tractor  Cedar Ledge Coventry Rd., Mansfield, CT. ride, enjoy mulch mountain sliding & pedal carts! You might even glimpse the perfect Christmas tree to come back for! 171 Tree Farm 860-423-5690. See website for hours, fees and more! Cedarledgetreefarm.com. Sponsored by: Cedar Ledge Tree Farm. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 4 - 6 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Hot Air Balloon Fort Hill Farms, 260 Quaddick Rd., Harvest the views of the tri-state autumn foliage while floating in a tethered hot air balloon. Get the magnificent Views Above Thompson, CT. Directions/Parking: aerial view of the Corn Maze Adventure. Proceeds of the balloon ride benefit The Last Green Valley. Hot air balloon 172 the Hill I-395 to exit 99. Go east to Rte. 200 courtesy of ReMax and the setting provided by Fort Hill Farms. Cost is $10 per person and there are a limited number to Thompson Common (0.5 mile). of ascensions that are wind and weather dependent. Come early. Details of other great activities on Forthillfarms.com. At stop sign, proceed straight onto Sponsored by Fort Hill Farms, ReMax and The Last Green Valley. Quaddick Rd. Fort Hill Farms will be about 1 mi. on the left. 860-923-3439. SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3 - 4, 10 a.m. Fee Event E vent C Farming Thru the 138 Blue Hill Rd., Franklin, CT. Bring the family, friends, neighbors! After offering square dancing and campfires all summer long, Blue Slope extends Ages at Blue Slope 860-642-6413. the family fun into fall. Farmer’s Market, animals, pie eating contest, demonstrations, antique vehicles, horse-drawn 173 carriage rides and much more! Adults $9, Children ages 4-14 just $4. Call 860-642-6413 with questions. Blueslope. com. Sponsored by: Blue Slope Country Museum. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 9 a.m. Fee Event E vent ( C ABC 5K Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 All walkers, joggers and runners are welcome to participate in this chip-timed 5k with all proceeds going to breast Hampton Rd. (Rte. 97), Pomfret, cancer research at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. You can help make a difference in the effort to Abolish Breast 174 CT. 860-974-1202. Cancer, and stretch your legs with old and new friends while doing it. See website for registration and fee details. Abc5kct.com. Sponsored by: The Champany Family for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee Event E vent 7th Annual Heart-O-The-Mart Antique Show Antique cars, muscle cars, classic trucks, street rods, custom cruisers, classic imports, and utility vehicles are all welcome! Over SOct. 4, 10 or 11 Brimfield Antique Grounds, 37 Palmer Rd. (Rte. 20), 81 trophies to be awarded. Three best-in-show awards. Vehicle registration: $10, General Admission: $7, free for seniors over 65, 175 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Auto Show Brimfield, MA. 413-245-9977 children under 13, military and veterans. Hitchcockacademy.org.. Sponsored by: Hitchcock Free Academy. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fee Event E vent C L effingwell Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Celebrate the Founding of Norwich in 1659 by taking a tour of the home of one of the 35 original founding families. Founders Day Washington St., Norwich, CT. Learn what it was like to live in the early days of the colonies. Do an “I Spy” hunt for artifacts belonging to some of 176 860-889-9440. the founding families. Fee: $5. Questions? Email: [email protected]. Leffingwellhousemuseum.org. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum/Society of the Founders of Norwich. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 4 - 6 p.m. Fee Event E vent ( Scenic Photo Safari Cat Hollow Park, Dog Hill Join artist Charleen as she goes over how to create and frame beautiful fall landscape images in this visually rich park. age 12+ only with Photographic Rd., Killingly (Danielson), CT. Participants should bring a 35mm camera with capability of putting it on “manual.” A tripod is not necessary but can 177 SOct. 4 4 - 6 p.m. Artist Charleen Directions/Parking: Parking be very helpful in low light situations and with capturing the waterfall. Pre-registration required: [email protected]. Larkin available at either end of park, Limited to 10 attendees. Fee: $20 each. Charleens.com. Sponsored by: Killingly Business Association. on Dog Hill Rd. or Valley Rd. Meet at the Dog Hill parking area for event. 860-774-8585. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 7:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent R S harp’s 218 Day Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret Woodstock’s Jeff Davis and England’s Brian Peters will present a pictorial and musical program on traditional songs  Appalachian Center), CT. 860-928-4948. and music from the collection made by Cecil Sharp in the Appalachian Mountains between 1916 and 1918. Cost: $15 178 Harvest - A in advance; $20 at the door. CTaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret . Sponsored by: CT Audubon. Pictorial Concert SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 - 12, 11 a.m. - Dusk Fee Event E vent C Ekonk Hill Harvest 227 Ekonk Hill Rd., Moosup, CT. Come enjoy family fun on Columbus Day weekend at the Ekonk Hill Harvest Festival. Kids’ games run on the hour Festival Weekend 860-564-0248. from noon to 5 p.m., hop into the Moon Bounce, and take in the views on a hayride. These activities are included in 179 admission fee. For fees and questions, contact [email protected]. Be sure to enjoy the corn maze, too, open each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from September 5th thru October 31st. Ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Community 1171 Main St. (Rte. 31), Coventry, This delicious community supper includes meat, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and drinks. Friendly smiles Supper CT. 860-742-8487. are complimentary. Fees: Adults & takeout for $12, Seniors $10, Children ages 6-12 for $6. Firstchurchcoventry.org. 180 Sponsored by: First Congregational Church of Coventry. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee Event E vent R Return of the Hampton Community Center, 178 No admission charge, but bring your treasured antique or that interesting object from Grandma’s attic to be  Three Appraisers Main St., Hampton, CT. appraised by three experts: Ernie Eldredge, Mayor of Willimantic and antiques auctioneer; Harry Eck, antiques 181 860-933-6346. appraiser from Lebanon; and Brian Bartizek, retired Vice-President of the Lebanon Historical Society and antiques dealer. $5 for first item, $2 each additional item. Proceeds benefit the Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. Hamptonct.org. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 12 noon Fee Event E vent C S cottish Highland Waldo House, 96 Waldo Rd., Bagpiping, drumming, dancing and athletic competitions, massed bands, clan village and vendors with Scottish food/ Festival Scotland, CT. 860-423-9634. wares! Sheep herding and animals of Scottish heritage. Special entertainment is folk music, harp circle, celtic bands, 182 story tellers and more! Remember to wear your kilt! Admission: $15 adults, $10 seniors and students, and $5 children ages 6-12; under age 5 free. Scotlandgames.org. Sponsored by Highland Festival of Scotland. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 9 a.m. Rain or Shine Fee Event E vent ( Tackle the Trail Air Line Trail, Pomfret, CT. Individual runners or up to 5 person relay teams can Tackle the Trail. The 19 mile course begins in Pomfret and ends 860-932-4174. in Willimantic. Participants enjoy a well-organized fall race on the famous Air Line Trail as well as a post-race party at 183 the Willimantic Elks! Runners must pre-register at Thelastmileracing.com to participate. Fees: Individual runner $100, Relay team (up to 5 runners) $150. For more details, visit Qvcc.edu/tacklethetrail. Sponsored by: QVCC Foundation. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fee Event E vent C S carecrows and Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Enjoy a scavenger hunt among the scarecrows in the 1700 Dooryard Garden, take a tour of the Historic House Cocoa Washington St., Norwich, CT. Museum, see the exhibits, have a ginger cookie and participate in a cocoa tasting in the Colonial Kitchen to select the 184 860-889-9440. Leffingwell Cocoa Recipe of the year! Fee: $5 per person. Leffingwellhousemuseum.org. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum/Society of the Founders of Norwich.

SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 - 18, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Rain or shine Fee Event E vent R Roseland Cottage 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT. Roseland Cottage Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is one of the leading juried fine arts and crafts shows in New England. This Fine Arts and 617-994-5914. two-day event features 175 artisans and their wares: jewelry, woodworking, pottery, glass, toys, paintings, clothing, metalwork, 185 Crafts Festival and much more. Visitors, many of whom return year after year, enjoy live music, a food court, and first floor tours of Roseland Cottage. The festival is well-known as a wonderful way to shop, sight-see, and enjoy a fall weekend in the beautiful Quiet Corner of Northeastern Connecticut. $5 for nonmembers, Free for Historic New England member and children under age 12. Historicnewengland.org/events-programs/. Open 6.5 hours each day.. Sponsored by: Historic New England. FRIDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 - 25, 7-9:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent Nightmare on Windham Textile & History This night at the Museum will be a moderately scary walk through what may have occurred in an 18th century factory Main Museum, 411 Main St., Windham during the graveyard shift! Not recommended for young children. Students 12 and under MUST be accompanied by 186 (Willimantic), CT. 860-456-2178. an adult. Fees: $8 per person or $25 per family. Millmuseum.org. Sponsored by: Windham Textile & History Museum. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 7:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent R S harp’s 218 Day Rd., Pomfret (Pomfret Woodstock’s Jeff Davis and England’s Brian Peters will present a pictorial and musical program on traditional songs  Appalachian Center), CT. 860-928-4948. and music from the collection made by Cecil Sharp in the Appalachian Mountains between 1916 and 1918. Cost: $15 178 Harvest - A in advance; $20 at the door. CTaudubon.org/center-at-pomfret . Sponsored by: CT Audubon. Pictorial Concert SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 - 12, 11 a.m. - Dusk Fee Event E vent C Ekonk Hill Harvest 227 Ekonk Hill Rd., Moosup, CT. Come enjoy family fun on Columbus Day weekend at the Ekonk Hill Harvest Festival. Kids’ games run on the hour Festival Weekend 860-564-0248. from noon to 5 p.m., hop into the Moon Bounce, and take in the views on a hayride. These activities are included in 179 admission fee. For fees and questions, contact [email protected]. Be sure to enjoy the corn maze, too, open each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from September 5th thru October 31st. Ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com. Sponsored by: Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Community 1171 Main St. (Rte. 31), Coventry, This delicious community supper includes meat, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and drinks. Friendly smiles Supper CT. 860-742-8487. are complimentary. Fees: Adults & takeout for $12, Seniors $10, Children ages 6-12 for $6. Firstchurchcoventry.org. 180 Sponsored by: First Congregational Church of Coventry. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee Event E vent R Return of the Hampton Community Center, 178 No admission charge, but bring your treasured antique or that interesting object from Grandma’s attic to be  Three Appraisers Main St., Hampton, CT. appraised by three experts: Ernie Eldredge, Mayor of Willimantic and antiques auctioneer; Harry Eck, antiques 181 860-933-6346. appraiser from Lebanon; and Brian Bartizek, retired Vice-President of the Lebanon Historical Society and antiques dealer. $5 for first item, $2 each additional item. Proceeds benefit the Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. Hamptonct.org. Sponsored by: Hampton Antiquarian and Historical Society. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 12 noon Fee Event E vent C S cottish Highland Waldo House, 96 Waldo Rd., Bagpiping, drumming, dancing and athletic competitions, massed bands, clan village and vendors with Scottish food/ Festival Scotland, CT. 860-423-9634. wares! Sheep herding and animals of Scottish heritage. Special entertainment is folk music, harp circle, celtic bands, 182 story tellers and more! Remember to wear your kilt! Admission: $15 adults, $10 seniors and students, and $5 children ages 6-12; under age 5 free. Scotlandgames.org. Sponsored by Highland Festival of Scotland. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 9 a.m. Rain or Shine Fee Event E vent ( Tackle the Trail Air Line Trail, Pomfret, CT. Individual runners or up to 5 person relay teams can Tackle the Trail. The 19 mile course begins in Pomfret and ends 860-932-4174. in Willimantic. Participants enjoy a well-organized fall race on the famous Air Line Trail as well as a post-race party at 183 the Willimantic Elks! Runners must pre-register at Thelastmileracing.com to participate. Fees: Individual runner $100, Relay team (up to 5 runners) $150. For more details, visit Qvcc.edu/tacklethetrail. Sponsored by: QVCC Foundation. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fee Event E vent C S carecrows and Leffingwell House Museum, 348 Enjoy a scavenger hunt among the scarecrows in the 1700 Dooryard Garden, take a tour of the Historic House Cocoa Washington St., Norwich, CT. Museum, see the exhibits, have a ginger cookie and participate in a cocoa tasting in the Colonial Kitchen to select the 184 860-889-9440. Leffingwell Cocoa Recipe of the year! Fee: $5 per person. Leffingwellhousemuseum.org. Sponsored by: Leffingwell House Museum/Society of the Founders of Norwich.

SATURDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 - 18, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Rain or shine Fee Event E vent R Roseland Cottage 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT. Roseland Cottage Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is one of the leading juried fine arts and crafts shows in New England. This Fine Arts and 617-994-5914. two-day event features 175 artisans and their wares: jewelry, woodworking, pottery, glass, toys, paintings, clothing, metalwork, 185 Crafts Festival and much more. Visitors, many of whom return year after year, enjoy live music, a food court, and first floor tours of Roseland Cottage. The festival is well-known as a wonderful way to shop, sight-see, and enjoy a fall weekend in the beautiful Quiet Corner of Northeastern Connecticut. $5 for nonmembers, Free for Historic New England member and children under age 12. Historicnewengland.org/events-programs/. Open 6.5 hours each day.. Sponsored by: Historic New England. FRIDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 - 25, 7-9:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent Nightmare on Windham Textile & History This night at the Museum will be a moderately scary walk through what may have occurred in an 18th century factory Main Museum, 411 Main St., Windham during the graveyard shift! Not recommended for young children. Students 12 and under MUST be accompanied by 186 (Willimantic), CT. 860-456-2178. an adult. Fees: $8 per person or $25 per family. Millmuseum.org. Sponsored by: Windham Textile & History Museum. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 9:30 a.m. Fee Event E vent ( Thames River 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, Take a short cruise aboard Project Oceanology’s Research Vessel, Enviro-Lab, to explore Norwich Harbor and the Thames R C Estuary - Norwich CT. 860-887-6964. River Estuary with Seth Yarish, Norwich Free Academy’s Marine Science Teacher, his students and Project Oceanology’s 187 Harbor Study marine scientists. Participants will learn how they are connected to the watershed by conducting water quality tests, using scientific equipment and examining living specimens. Learn first-hand about some of the issues facing the harbor. Dress appropriately. No children under 6 years. You will need to climb a short series of steps to board the boat. The Enviro-Lab is a Coast Guard certified passenger-carrying vessel. Limit 25 adults with accompanying children. Registration required. Admission $10 per person, $5 children under 10 years old, $25 family of four. Only cash or checks accepted. Call NCDC to register 860-887-6964. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile.. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 11:30 a.m. Fee Event E vent ( Thames River 100 Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, Take a short cruise aboard Project Oceanology’s Research Vessel, Enviro-Lab, to explore Norwich Harbor and the Thames R C Estuary - Norwich CT. 860-887-6964. River Estuary with Seth Yarish, Norwich Free Academy’s Marine Science Teacher, his students and Project Oceanology’s 187 Harbor Study marine scientists. Participants will learn how they are connected to the watershed by conducting water quality tests, using scientific equipment and examining living specimens. Learn first hand about some of the issues facing the harbor. Dress appropriately. No children under 6 years. You will need to climb a short series of steps to board the boat. The Enviro-Lab is a Coast Guard certified passenger-carrying vessel. Limit 25 adults with accompanying children. Registration required. Admission $10 per person, $5 children under 10 years old, $25 family of four. Only cash or checks accepted. Call NCDC to register 860-887-6964. 1.5 hours, < 1 mile.. Sponsored by: Norwich Free Academy. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Owl Prowl - 9 Sand Hill Rd., Ashford, CT. Participants are GUARANTEED to see live owls native to CT. Learn where and how these owls live and what they sound Whoooo is Directions/Parking: 0.5 miles like. Dissect an owl pellet! Kids crafts, owl-related raffle items, food and drink. This event is outdoors, so please dress 188 Coming? north of Ashford School off of accordingly. NO PETS please. Fees: Adults $5, Children under 12 & Senior Citizens $3. Horizonwings.org. Sponsored by: Rte. 89. 860-429-2181. Horizon Wings. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Climbtober The Adventure Park at Storrs, Enjoy a 10% discount at The Adventure Park at Storrs, an aerial forest park with ropes challenge courses and zip lines. 2007 Storrs Rd., Mansfield A great family activity in a beautiful New England forest. Storrsadventurepark.com. Sponsored by: The Adventure Park 189 (Storrs), CT. 860-946-0606. at Storrs. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9 a.m. Fee Event E vent ( C The Citizens West Thompson Lake, West Participate in this annual 5K Cross Country Turkey Trot or the 3K Fun Run/Walk at the scenic West Thompson Lake. National Bank 5K Thompson Rd., Thompson, CT. Turkey costumes are welcomed! 3K Fun Run/Walk starts at 9 a.m. and the 5k Trot starts at 10:05 a.m.To register, please 190 Turkey Trot/Fun 860-923-9440. contact Renee Waldron at 860-923-9440 or [email protected]. Fee: $20. Thompsonct.org. Sponsored by: Run/Walk Thompson Trails & Thompson Recreation. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Climbtober The Adventure Park at Storrs, Enjoy a 10% discount at The Adventure Park at Storrs, an aerial forest park with ropes challenge courses and zip lines. 2007 Storrs Rd., Mansfield A great family activity in a beautiful New England forest. Storrsadventurepark.com. Sponsored by: The Adventure Park 189 (Storrs), CT. at Storrs. 860-946-0606. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Fee Event E vent C Community 1171 Main St. (Rte. 31), Coventry, This delicious community supper includes meat, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and drinks. Friendly smiles Supper CT. 860-742-8487. are complimentary. Fees: Adults & takeout for $12, Seniors $10, Children ages 6-12 for $6. Firstchurchcoventry.org. 180 Sponsored by: First Congregational Church of Coventry.

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