EaglesThe eagles are back and have hatched a chick at a new nest on your land trust's Gargiulo Preserve. Last year, the eagle nest on this State Street property blew down in a storm, but the parents are back, have built a new nest and have started a family. In May, we hosted our annual Birds & Brew event to observe the eagles through the spotting scope and hear more about them from experts. If you didn't have a chance to join us, you can still observe the eagles on your own. The property is not accessible to the public, but you can observe the nest from across the street in the area of 2490 State Street.
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Pollinator PlantingsPollinators need our help. Your land trust is partnering with the Pollinator Pathway to make a difference. In addition, planting your own yard or local schoolyard with flowering plants that attract birds, butterflies and bees can help. Often, we think that all pollinators are attracted to all flowers, but many species have evolved to prefer certain plants. Check out our Plants for Wild Yards for some of the most popular annuals and perennials that are easy to grow and attractive to many species.
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Six LakesSix Lakes is a 102.5-acre parcel in Hamden that features mature forests, hiking paths, and six beautiful ponds, and is home to deer, waterfowl, birds, fish, and turtles, among other wildlife. At one time, your land trust led nature walks at this property. Owned by out-of-state Olin Corporation, however, portions of the site suffer from legacy waste and contamination. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is now overseeing its remediation. Your land trust is part of a steering committee of concerned organizations and individuals that would like to see Six Lakes one day become an open space tract available for the public to enjoy. Find out more about how that group effort is going at sixlakespark.org.
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