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Hikes and Events Calendar

The Colchester Land Trust hosts monthly (or more) hikes, outings and community events that are designed to connect people with nature and each other. Generally*, hikes and events are free for CLT members, and a nominal fee of $5 each adult for non-members, and kids under 18 are free.

These events take place in Colchester and the surrounding towns, sometimes in partnership with town organizations or neighboring land trusts. They are focused on conservation, environment, or just FUN. There are events for individuals, families, kids, for differing interests and physical abilities. All are welcome. 

*Specifics and fees for events can vary so please see the event details.

Events and RSVP  |  Ticket Checkout  |  Digital Hike Waiver 

Choose an Event to Register

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  • Hike The 14 Mile Goodwin Trail
    Hike The 14 Mile Goodwin Trail
    Sun, Oct 22
    East Haddam
    Oct 22, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
    East Haddam, CT-82, East Haddam, CT, USA
    Oct 22, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT
    East Haddam, CT-82, East Haddam, CT, USA
    CLT leads a approx 5 hour, 14 mile hike on the Goodwin Trail in our neighboring towns. Registration closes 10/18.

Non-Member Ticket Checkout

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Digital Hike Waiver

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Hike/Activity Waiver

  • Please read the following statement in full, complete the form, agree and sign below

  • Please fill out the following form for each attendee.

  • Children under 18 must have this signed by their parent or legal guardian. 

"I know that trail hiking and outdoor activities can be potentially hazardous. I assume all risks associated with participating in this Colchester Land Trust outing including, but not limited to, the effects of weather, falls, traffic, and conditions of the trails and properties traversed. I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, covenant not to sue, and waive, release and discharged the Colchester Land Trust, Inc., their officers, directors, and members from any liability resulting from this event.

Further, I hereby grant full permission to use my photographs, videos, and any other record of this event for any purpose without compensation or remuneration."

The attendee named above is:

Thanks for submitting!

“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God ...
I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles" --Anne Frank

Monthly Meeting of Board of Directors

The board of the Colchester Land Trust regularly meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM, usually in Colchester Town Hall meeting rooms* at 27 Norwich Avenue. All are open to the public and public input is welcome. Anyone having an interest in conservation and land use in Colchester is encouraged to attend and learn what we do.

*(Our Annual meeting and the occasional monthly meeting are held in other locations, please feel free to check the calendar or email us before attending so we can confirm where to meet with us!)

Annual Meeting Of Membership

The Colchester Land Trust annually devotes one of its meetings to a social gathering of all friends, members, and interested citizens.  Typically taking place in the month of June, the annual friends and members meeting is a wonderful venue to get to know the officers, board members, general membership, partners, and others involved with your local Land Trust.  It is a great way to learn what we've been up to, to celebrate our accomplishments over the year and to learn more about current projects.  Sign up for our emails to get on the invite list, too!

*(Our Annual meeting and the occasional monthly meeting are held in other locations, please feel free to email us before attending so we can confirm where to meet with us!)

Salmon River 5.5 Run For The Woods

The Colchester Land Trust conducts a fall road race that features a variety of terrain, gorgeous scenery, and a post-race feast that cannot be beat! The 2023 race is currently scheduled for Saturday, September 30th. For more information, please visit the race page at:  www.salmonriverrun.org or contact race director, Cathy Shea at racedirector@salmonriverrun.org.

Colchester Land Trust Scholarship

CLT annually invests in the future of the environment and conservation by offering a $1,000 college scholarship to a Bacon Academy senior planning to further their education in environmental science, conservation, or a related field of study.  For more information, or to apply for the CLT's scholarship, please contact the Bacon Academy Guidance Dept.

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