Annual Meeting Nov 6

Curious—or concerned—about the invasive Spotted Lanternfly and how it’s affecting our trees and gardens? 
Join us for our Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 6, at 6:30 PM at Whitney Center, 200 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden, CT 06517.

We’re thrilled to welcome Claire Rutledge, renowned entomologist from the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, as our guest speaker. Claire will share fascinating insights into the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly, its impact on Connecticut’s ecosystems, and what we can do.

Find out what your land trust has been up to. The evening will begin with a brief business meeting, followed by Claire’s engaging and informative presentation. Refreshments will be served and there will be time to get to know your fellow land trust members.  

November 9

It's a great time to plant perennials. Join us for a volunteer planting at our Jepp Brook Preserve on Sunday, November 9 from 10am to noon. Jepp Brook Preserve is located along the Farmington Canal Greenway to the right of where the trail crosses Brooksvale Avenue near the intersection of Brooksvale Avenue and Route 10. Park on Conifer Drive and walk north a short distance on the Farmington Canal Greenway. The Preserve will be on your right. Wear sturdy shoes, gardening gloves, and bring water and a shovel, if you have one. Otherwise, tools will be provided. Come lend a hand, meet new friends, and help care for one of Hamden's special natural areas. Rain date is the following Sunday November 16, same time. Mist doesn't cancel, but significant rain does. Check back here if in doubt about the weather. 

Make a Difference

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Sometimes the challenges facing our environment feel too big to tackle — as if one person’s actions couldn’t possibly make a difference. But that’s simply not true. When you support your local land trust, you’re already making an impact right here at home. Every member helps protect the natural spaces, wildlife, and green places that make Hamden a healthier, more vibrant community.
Not yet a member? Join us! You’ll become part of a dedicated, caring group of neighbors working together to keep Hamden green and thriving. When we take action together, we can accomplish so much!

December Workshops

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Save the Date! Winter Sowing Workshops — Grow Your Own Native Perennials
Get ready to dig in! Discover how to grow your own free native perennial plants at one of our hands-on winter sowing workshops, led by our own HLCT Board Member Jim Sirch.
Registration opens in November — spots fill fast!
Brundage Library — Wednesday, December 3 | 6–7:45 p.m.
Whitneyville Library — Thursday, December 4 | 6–7:45 p.m.
Miller Library — Saturday, December 6 | 2–4 p.m.
Bring a clean, empty, transparent half-gallon milk or water jug if you can — and we’ll provide the rest.
All supplies are free, thanks to the generous support of the Greater New Haven Green Fund, the NewAlliance Foundation, the Friends of the Hamden Library and your land trust. Come learn, plant, and take home the promise of spring!

Six Lakes

Owned by out-of-state Olin Corporation, Six Lakes is a beautiful wooded property in Hamden that could one day be available for the public to enjoy once it has been cleaned up by its owner. Your land trust is part of a coalition working toward that outcome. Learn more about preserving Six Lakes.