The Bear Reality

New Milford Public Library 24 Main Street, New Milford, CT

Felicia Ortner, a Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC) and a bear enthusiast, will provide education and facts about bears and help dispel myths and common misunderstandings. Accumulated data supports the black bear is seldom aggressive toward humans. Felicia has been studying about bears for over 30 years. In the mid 1990’s she turned her passion […]

Free

November Second Saturday Hike (fast pace)

Deer Pond Nature Preserve 57 Wakeman Hill Rd., Sherman, CT, United States

Looking for a challenge? Enjoy the thrill of a brisk hike at Deer Pond Farm in the crisp autumn air! This 4–5-mile hike (2-2.5- mile per hour pace) will be led by volunteer Peggy Stewart. This hike has some gradual climbs and we’ll be stepping it out. Come dressed for the weather.

Free