Animals as Meteorologists
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Folklore inspires curiosity in our natural world and encourage observation. How are you celebrating the natural world this week?
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Corridors for Stories
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Large, undisturbed habitat may call to mind creatures of folklore, but, in fact is necessary for the greatest variety of wildlife.
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Folk Heroes of the Landscape’s Past
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Westport’s cultural stories and historical figures are a part of the value system WLCT employs, as we seek to preserve what the community loves.
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Wildlife in Winter
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While we reset our calendars, the natural world continues its own cycle. Exploring the world in winter can help orient us to the subtle…
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Native Plants Make a Vibrant Landscape
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The beauty of the winter landscape is found in the colors, texture, and structure of plants, especially those native to our region.
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Embracing Wintertime
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Winter offers time for quiet reflection and for planning for the year ahead. Upcoming projects in land preservation, stewardship and connecting the community to…
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Mid-Morning Story Hour
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Date: Tue. Mar 3. Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Westport Woods. We’re looking ahead to the springtime with this story hour, as we explore stories…
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Exploring New Trails: Westport Woods
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Date: Fri. Feb. 27. Time: 2 p.m. Location: TBD Our February Member Appreciation Program. The 2024 expansion of Westport Woods means miles of new…
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Social Hike: Dunham’s Brook
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Date: Mon. Feb 23. Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Dunham’s Brook. Enjoy a community hike with friends and neighbors. Details Who is this for: What…
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Wintertime Stargazing at Westport Woods
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Date: Tue. Feb 17. Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Change your perspective by taking a guided walk in the dark, reorienting us to…
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Winter Break Nature Camp
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Date: Mon. Feb 16 – 20. Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Sponsored by Westport Land Conservation Trust & Westport Recreation…
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Nature ID Challenge
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Date: Thu. Feb 12. Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Become a contestant in our wintertime nature ID challenge! Details Who is this for:…
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Woods in Wintertime: A Social Walk
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Date: Tue. Feb 10. Time: 4 p.m. Location: Herb Hadfield. The woods in wintertime offer a new perspective. Details Who is this for: What…
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Snell Creek Conservation Project
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The new property is in a corridor of preserved land which conserves vital water resources in Angeline Brook and Snell Creek, providing habitat for…
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Understanding Richmond Pond
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Date: Fri. Jan. 23. Time: 2 p.m. Location: TBD Join us for our first Member Appreciation Program of 2026! Richmond Pond is a barrier…
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Winter Astronomy Walk
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Date: Thu. Jan 15. Time: 6 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. A guided walk in the dark that will orient us to the landscape above.…
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Craft: Hibernation Habitats
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Date: Tue. Jan 13. Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Learn about our local animals overwinter and build your own cozy hibernating habitat. Details…
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New Year’s Day Walk at the Let
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Date: Thur. Jan. 1!Time: 10 a.m. Location: 1058 Horseneck Rd. Ring in 2026 with a walk at The Let Conservation Area, normally only accessible…
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Lantern Craft & Walk
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Date: Sat. Dec. 20. Time: 4:15 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Children of all ages are invited to make a lantern from recycled materials and…
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Solistice and Yuletide Celebration
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Date: Fri. Dec. 19. Time: 4:15 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Join WLCT staff for this annual tradition to mark the longest night and bring…
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Animal Signs
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Date: Wed. Dec. 17. Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Westport Woods. Learn about the wildlife in our woods and the tracks that show where they’ve…
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Observing the Skies: The Geminids
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Date: Tue. Dec. 16. Time: 7:30 pm. Location: Westport Woods. Winter’s clear, cold skies are perfect for viewing meteor showers. We’ll have binoculars for…
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Going Green with Winter Greens
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Gathering greens creates a sensory experience you won’t find at the mall. Knowing what you are collecting and how to do it responsibly make…
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Week of Thanks: Ann Squire
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7th generation Westporter Ann Squire has a passion for land preservation…and for connecting families to the land.