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Protecting What You Love Since 1925

Celebrating 100 Years of Conservation

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The guiding principle of Steep Rock Association’s land preservation initiative is to protect property with high conservation and/or passive recreational value in both a local and regional context.

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Stewarding 46 miles of scenic nature trails through breathtaking landscapes in Washington.

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Helping to feed 200 families in need each week with organic vegetables grown at Judea Garden. From a small patch of land, it has grown into a sustainable operation, feeding countless families in our community.

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About Steep Rock

In the Spring of 1889, just as he was about to break ground on his own country house in Washington, Connecticut, the architect Ehrick Rossiter discovered that the wooded hillsides in his dramatic view to the west were slated for clear cutting. For him, there was only one thing to do.

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Family Friendly Outdoor Recreation

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Outdoor Recreation Special Projects Trails

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]The Steep Rock Centennial Loop, formerly the Steep Rock Loop, leads hikers on a 4-mile trek through old hemlock forests, along the scenic Shepaug River, and up to the Steep Rock Summit....

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[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] New Faces As Steep Rock launches into our next century, it’s worth recognizing some of the individuals driving our success. In addition to donors, supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and community members, SRA’s staff...

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