March 2005 - 2005 Summer Trail Walk Program In connection with Newtown’s Tercentennial Celebration this summer, the Newtown Forest Association, Connecticut’s oldest private land trust, will be sponsoring monthly guided nature walks on some of its properties.  All residents are welcome and membership is not required. Since the NFA’s formation in 1924, the NFA has served to protect more than 1000 acres within Newtown.  These preserved properties provide for some of the most spectacular views of Newtown’s landscape. They also serve to preserve the natural resources of Newtown for the perpetual benefit of wildlife species and its neighbors like you and me. Each of these walks will be lead by one or more NFA Board Members who will explain the history of the property and the NFA, discuss some of the plant and wildlife found on the property and communicate other land preservation activities going on in and around Newtown.    These hikes will take approximately 1 hour and will be for people at all levels.  Family participation is encouraged as these trails are family friendly. As the sun and ticks are always a risk, we warn all hikers to dress properly and wear adequate sun and tick protection.   Upon the conclusion of each hike all should thoroughly inspect themselves for ticks.   All hikers will be responsible for any food and drink (water).  Hikes at the Holcombe Hill Preserve, where our offices are located, will conclude on the vista plateau that will provide the best view that Newtown has to offer. Click here for current schedule of 2005 Summer Trail Walk Program. Back to News Index