TLGV Acorn Adventure – Hiking 101 with NOW 10 am to noon & 1 -3 pm, Nov. 27 Thompson Trails, Thompson CT   Exploring the outdoors of The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor is a perfect – and free – way to enjoy time together as a family. But getting outside can also be intimidating. Join Northeast Opportunities for Wellness (NOW) Executive Director Tayler Shea, TLGV’s Ranger Bill and TLGV's TerraCorps Service Member Monique Salvas as we hit the trails in Thompson to teach kids how to be safe, fuel their bodies (there will be snacks!) and enjoy the outdoors. [...]

TLGV Adventure: Quinebaug River Paddle from Fabyan to West Thompson Lake When: 5/13/2023 @ 9:00 am Join TLGV Chief Ranger Bill Reid and Park Rangers from the West Thompson Lake, Corps of Engineers Project Area for an enjoyable springtime paddle on the Quinebaug River from Fabyan to West Thompson Lake. Feel the pull of the river under your boat as we paddle this scenic section of the Quinebaug where wildlife, including a huge variety of birds, otters and beavers. The paddle will be about 5 miles and includes moving water, possible river obstacles and open lake water. We will paddle from the launch [...]

Acorn Adventure for Families: Sun & Moon When: 5/28/2023 @ 3:00 pm Everyone always tells you don’t look directly at the sun…But we’re going to help you take a really close look! Join Night Sky Rangers Geoff and Kim, who will bring their properly equipped telescopes, to view the sun and all of its activity and the moon and it’s many features. Acorn Adventures are always free thanks to the generous sponsorship of Centreville Bank. Hosted by The Last Green Valley, Inc. Phone: 860-774-3300 LEARN MORE