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SUMMARY:The Winslow Society: Explore Highlawn with Herpetologist Dennis Quinn and CFPA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive Winslow Society adventure on Highlawn Trail. Herpetologist Dennis Quinn will lead the way as we discover fascinating amphibians that call this forest home. This hike is perfect for nature lovers 8 years and older—kids especially will love the wildlife discoveries! \nSituated behind CFPA’s headquarters\, the Highlawn Forest is a gem on the Middletown/Middlefield town line. The property also features an outdoor amphitheater\, pond\, and a large vernal pool with an observation platform. \nThe trail system winds through a second-growth forest\, on what were once open farm fields\, and features conifer plantations\, mixed hardwood forest\, and red maple swamps that support a diverse array of wildlife species. These flat and gentle trails are great for young or beginner hikers. \n\n2-2:30 pm: meet and greet in the CFPA Meeting Room\n2:30 – 4 pm: visit vernal pools on Highlawn Trail (less than 1 mile round trip)\n4 – 5 pm: snacks and drinks in the CFPA Meeting Room\n\nAfter the hike\, gather with us at CFPA’s Meeting Room for snacks and drinks and to share stories from the trail. \nBring your curiosity and sense of adventure for a day in nature you won’t forget!
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/the-winslow-society-explore-highlawn-with-herpetologist-dennis-quinn-and-cfpa/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation,The Winslow Society
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SUMMARY:VERNAL POOL DENIZENS- Part 2:   A Relaxed Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Every spring\, a miracle occurs as life renews at these very special pools in the forest. Master Naturalist Lynn Kochiss will lead an easy-paced walk of about 1 mile\, with a stop to explore the magic of vernal pools at Highlawn Forest and observe some of the hidden denizens that live there. \n            The trails are relatively flat with some inclines.  \nThis free event is part of the Nature’s Tiny Heroes Series sponsored by CFPA in collaboration with the East Hampton Senior Center \n  \n 
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/vernal-pool-denizens-part-2-a-relaxed-ramble/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T203000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Women's Adventure Film Tour
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand: celebrate a belated International Women’s Day with an evening of inspiration\, adventure\, and connection at the Women’s Adventure Film Tour! This exclusive event features a collection of incredible short films highlighting fearless women from around the globe who are redefining what it means to be adventurous. From scaling mountains to pushing personal boundaries\, these stories will ignite your spirit and leave you feeling empowered. Don’t wait to register. Last year’s event sold out within a week. \nEnjoy: \n\nDelicious nacho bar & drinks\nExciting prizes (each guest gets 1 raffle ticket)\nA vibrant community of adventure enthusiasts!\n\nLimited Seating: Only 60 spots available—reserve yours soon! \nWhether you’re a thrill-seeker or just looking for some heartwarming inspiration\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Bring your friends\, share the fun\, and let’s celebrate the incredible power of women in adventure! \nTickets go fast—don’t wait! \n\n$20 helps cover the cost of film.\n$35 helps cover the cost of film\, gets you a CFPA membership if you don’t already have one\, and supports our outdoor event series.\n$50 or more helps cover the cost of film and CFPA membership and further supports our Blue-Blazed Trail maintenance and conservation programs.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/womens-adventure-film-tour/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Movie
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Women's Adventure Film Tour (Matinee)
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand: celebrate a belated International Women’s Day with an evening of inspiration\, adventure\, and connection at the Women’s Adventure Film Tour! This exclusive event features a collection of incredible short films highlighting fearless women from around the globe who are redefining what it means to be adventurous. From scaling mountains to pushing personal boundaries\, these stories will ignite your spirit and leave you feeling empowered. Don’t wait to register. Last year’s event sold out within a week. \nEnjoy: \n\nDelicious nacho bar & drinks\nExciting prizes (each guest gets 1 raffle ticket)\nA vibrant community of adventure enthusiasts!\n\nLimited Seating: Only 60 spots available—reserve yours soon! \nWhether you’re a thrill-seeker or just looking for some heartwarming inspiration\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Bring your friends\, share the fun\, and let’s celebrate the incredible power of women in adventure! \nTickets go fast—don’t wait! \n\n$20 helps cover the cost of film.\n$35 helps cover the cost of film\, gets you a CFPA membership if you don’t already have one\, and supports our outdoor event series.\n$50 or more helps cover the cost of film and CFPA membership and further supports our Blue-Blazed Trail maintenance and conservation programs.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/womens-adventure-film-tour-matinee/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Movie
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SUMMARY:Short Is The New Long: New England's Long Distance Hiking Paths
DESCRIPTION:Join Reach Your Summit for a unique\, fun and interactive presentation. Thru-hiking is an incredible experience that everyone should try. Though many of us may not be able to dedicate 4-6 months of time in a year to be out on the trail\, there are still plenty of hidden gems and lesser known trails all around New England for all to explore. Enjoy stories\, photos\, learn tips and more drawn from\, Reach Your Summit owner and guide\, Mat’s personal experience out on these trails and beyond. Highlights include: Long Trail (Vermont)\, New England Trail (Connecticut/Massachusetts)\, Mid-State Trail (Massachusetts)\, Wapack Trail (Massachusetts/New Hampshire)\, North-South Trail (Rhode Island)\, Bay Circuit Trail (Massachusetts)\, South Taconic Trail (Massachusetts/New York)\, Cohos Trail (New Hampshire) and more. \n→ Click here to register. ← This free event is co-sponsored by Reach Your Summit & Connecticut Forest & Park Association. It will be held at the Connecticut Forest & Park Association Headquarters located in Middlefield\, CT.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/short-is-the-new-long-new-englands-long-distance-hiking-paths/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mat Jobin":MAILTO:matjobin@reachyoursummit.net
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SUMMARY:Backpacking Fundamentals Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join Reach Your Summit and Connecticut Forest & Park Association for a one-of-a-kind\, fun\, interactive presentation. Whether you are new to backpacking or a seasoned trekker\, you’ll learn what is necessary to pack physically and mentally for 3-season trips here in New England and beyond. Enjoy a show-and-tell of gear and learn tips on how to pack a backpack\, campsite selection\, efficient hiking\, lightweight alternatives\, and more drawn from\, Reach Your Summit owner and guide\, Mat’s personal experience out on the trails and in the mountains. \n→ Click here to register. ← This free event is co-sponsored by Reach Your Summit & Connecticut Forest & Park Association. It will be held at the Connecticut Forest & Park Association Headquarters located in Middlefield\, CT.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/backpacking-fundamentals-seminar/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T203000
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SUMMARY:The Endurance Artist: An Evening with Author Jared Beasley
DESCRIPTION:Join CFPA and the CT Trailmixers for a special evening with author Jared Beasley for a slideshow\, reading\, and meet-the-author event centered on his book\, The Endurance Artist: Lazarus Lake\, the Barkley & a Race with No End. \nThe program will take place at CFPA’s Meeting Room. Light refreshments and drinks will be available. Bad weather date: Friday\, February 20. \nIn The Endurance Artist\, Beasley takes readers deep into the strange and compelling world of the Barkley Marathons—an infamous ultrarunning event created by the enigmatic Lazarus Lake. Known for its brutal terrain\, cryptic rules\, and astonishingly low finish rate\, the Barkley has become a proving ground for endurance athletes and a meditation on the limits of human perseverance. Beasley weaves together history\, firsthand reporting\, and cultural insight to explore why runners are drawn to a race that seems designed to defeat them. \nJared Beasley is an accomplished writer and journalist whose work focuses on endurance sports\, resilience\, and the psychology of extreme challenges. A longtime ultrarunning observer and participant\, Beasley brings a thoughtful\, narrative-driven approach to his storytelling\, blending athletic achievement with deeper questions about motivation\, suffering\, and meaning. \nThis evening offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the author\, see visuals from the world of the Barkley\, and engage in conversation about one of the most fascinating endurance events on the planet.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/the-endurance-artist-an-evening-with-author-jared-beasley/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T071500
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SUMMARY:Frozen Heart 15 Hour Trail Race at Highlawn
DESCRIPTION:This is a simple\, low-cost\, unsupported winter ultra for runners who enjoy long days\, cold weather\, and good company. The challenge: run up to 50 miles over 15 hours (900 minutes) in classic New England winter conditions. \nRegistration includes a suggested $20 donation to the Connecticut Forest & Park Association (CFPA). Please sign up only if you truly plan to participate. \nThe event will be based at CFPA headquarters in Rockfall (Middlefield)\, CT. Runners will have access to a heated meeting room with real bathrooms\, a full kitchen\, coffee\, hot water\, and space to stash a small amount of personal gear (one tote or duffel). \nParking is very limited (15 spaces). A nearby commuter lot is available\, and carpooling is required—at least two runners per vehicle. \nAid is minimal: s’mores outside over a Solo Stove. Bring all food and supplies you’ll need. The event is cupless. No crews. \nCome for the miles\, stay for the winter adventure. → Click here to register. ←
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/frozen-heart-15-hour-trail-race-at-highlawn/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Games,Trail Running
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ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Pierce":MAILTO:lpierce@ctwoodlands.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
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SUMMARY:Mastering The Art of Ultralight Backpacking Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Are you a seasoned hiker looking for ways to lighten your pack below that elusive 10 lb baseweight? Or are you just an ultralight curious new hiker looking for a judgment-free atmosphere to ask questions? Join Reach Your Summit and Connecticut Forest & Park Association for a one-of-a-kind\, fun\, interactive presentation. Enjoy stories from the trail from two ultralight backpackers with many miles under their trail runners.  \nMat Jobin (Reach Your Summit owner\, guide\, and thru-hiker) and Kristen Gardella (thru-hiker and FKT record holder) will also share their journeys toward their current ultralight packs and failures they’ve had along the way with a show-and-tell of gear\, tips they like to use to help keep their packs light\, guidance on how to pack an ultralight frameless backpack\, Leave No Trace principles\, and they’ll answer any questions you may have. \n→ Click here to register. ← This free event is co-sponsored by Reach Your Summit & Connecticut Forest & Park Association. It will be held at the Connecticut Forest & Park Association Headquarters located in Middlefield\, CT.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/mastering-the-art-of-ultralight-backpacking-seminar/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
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SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday Hikes at Highlawn Forest
DESCRIPTION:**THE GIVING TUESDAY HIKES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER**\nCelebrate Giving Tuesday on the trail! Join us on Wednesday for a day of fresh air\, community\, and connection on the Highlawn Trail in Rockfall! We’ll be leading guided hikes at 10 AM\, 1 PM\, with a special Moonlit Hike at 6 PM to close the day under the stars. \nThe 2.2-mile loop takes you through the beautiful Highlawn Forest\, a hidden gem nestled behind CFPA’s headquarters on the Middletown/Middlefield town line. Once open farm fields\, this second-growth forest now features conifer plantations\, mixed hardwood stands\, and red maple swamps that provide habitat for a variety of wildlife. The trails are mostly flat and gentle—perfect for young or beginner hikers—and follow old fire lanes from the property’s days as a tree farm. \nCome celebrate the spirit of Giving Tuesday by spending time in nature\, exploring Connecticut’s trails\, and supporting the work that keeps them open and thriving. \n$5 suggested donation online\, Venmo\, or cash.
URL:https://ctwoodlands.org/events-calendar/giving-tuesday-hikes-at-highlawn-forest/
LOCATION:Connecticut Forest & Park Association\, 16 Meriden Road\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly Hike,Fundraiser,Guided Hike
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