August 2019
Dogs of New Canaan with the New Canaan Land Trust
Join the New Canaan Land Trust as we celebrate National Dog Day on our dog-friendly Watson-Symington Preserve on Saturday morning August 24th. Enjoy coffee and bagels, have a (free) portrait taken with your best friend, participate in a fun scavenger hunt designed for the whole family... and, of course, walk our wonderful Preserve! Free for all. Thanks to the support of Canine Company, Grove Street Veterinary and Pet Pantry Warehouse and Venture Photography. Saturday, August 24th 8 am to noon.…
Find out more »June 2021
New Canaan Land Trust Labyrinth: Talk and Walk on Eve of Summer Solstice
On the eve of the summer solstice, New Canaan Land Trust invites you to join artist and professor Christopher Kaczmarek to visit the Labyrinth at Watson-Symington Preserve. The Labyrinth is a seven-circuit classic labyrinth 60-foot in diameter, created by Kaczmarek for the New Canaan Sculpture Trail 2020. Kaczmarek will offer an informal talk about the history of seven-circuit labyrinths and the making of the New Canaan Labyrinth from local stones gathered at the preserve. The outdoor talk will be followed…
Find out more »November 2021
New Canaan YMCA & New Canaan Land Trust Trail Mix Series
The New Canaan Land Trust and the New Canaan YMCA are proud to present the Free Community Trail Mix Series! Enjoy a mix of nature, nutrition, and fitness. Free & open to all members of the community! Led by the Y’s Director of Group Exercise and Registered Dietitian, Kristin Schnitzler, participants will enjoy some light stretching, a fitness walk on the scenic trails at the Watson-Symington Preserve, plus nutrition tips along the way! Location: Watson-Symington Preserve (Parking and access on…
Find out more »New Canaan YMCA & New Canaan Land Trust Trail Mix Series
The New Canaan Land Trust and the New Canaan YMCA are proud to present the Free Community Trail Mix Series! Enjoy a mix of nature, nutrition, and fitness. Free & open to all members of the community! Led by the Y’s Director of Group Exercise and Registered Dietitian, Kristin Schnitzler, participants will enjoy some light stretching, a fitness walk on the scenic trails at the Watson-Symington Preserve, plus nutrition tips along the way! Location: Watson-Symington Preserve (Parking and access on…
Find out more »January 2024
Last Saturday on the Trail: Winter Hiking Challenge, Part I
Part of the 2024 Winter Hiking Challenge Cross Watson-Symington off your Winter Hiking Challenge checklist with this Last Saturday on the Trail event! Enjoy coffee, donuts, and hot chocolate on the trail.
Find out more »November 2024
Forest Bathing Mindfulness Program
Hosted by Community Mindfulness Project (CMP) in collaboration with New Canaan Land Trust Join us for a mindfulness-based “Forest Bathing” experience at the Watson-Symington Preserve, where participants are invited to engage deeply with nature through sensory awareness. Led by CMP, this secular, science-based program encourages participants to slow down and connect with their surroundings while seated, standing, or walking slowly. No special equipment is needed. This event is $15.00 per participant.
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