Springtime: Fun Season Returns!
Winter is over! Bloodroot, trout lilies, and trillium are soon emerging. Birds are singing, salamanders and peepers are seeking vernal pools. Must be Spring and time to celebrate with Steep Rock Association!
We’ve lined up a terrific array of events and activities that will break your winter doldrums, stretch your legs, inspire your imagination, celebrate your accomplishments, dirty your hands, and help SRA launch our next century of conservation.
Let’s start with our Centennial 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge, running now through July 9th. Join us Saturday, April 5th, for the grand opening of the Isaac & Jane Camp House and Steep Rock Education Center and Museum at the entrance to Macricostas Preserve.
We’ve lined up volunteer opportunities on our trails and in Judea Garden, hikes for newcomers, and our last Winter Speaker Series presentation on local archaeology. And mark your calendars for Earth Day (April 22nd) and Give Local (April 29–30) — a 36-hour fundraising event sponsored by the CT Community Foundation that supports our summer initiatives.
Let’s get together for some fun! Information below and register at our Events page.
See you on our Trails…
Brian Hagenbuch, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Camp House Education Center and Museum Opening
Come celebrate with us as SRA hosts the April 5th grand opening of the Isaac & Jane Camp House, home to the SRA Education Center & Museum at the entrance to Macricostas Preserve! This thoughtfully curated space celebrates our 100-year legacy of conservation and community service, offering visitors an opportunity to explore Steep Rock’s history, ecology, and ongoing stewardship efforts.
Public welcome on April 5th, 12 noon–2 pm.
The Centennial Hiker’s Challenge is On!
The 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge is officially underway! From April 1 – July 9, 2025, hikers are hitting the trails, tracking their progress, and working toward earning their spot among Steep Rock’s most dedicated adventurers.
No race bib. No stopwatch. Just you, the trails, and 100 days to make it happen. It’s not too late to join — are you up for it?
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Your Spring Guide to Steep Rock
Springtime at SRA’s preserves is pure magic. As the forests shake off winter’s chill, the hills turn bright green, wildflowers bloom along the trails, and the Shepaug River roars.
Whether you’re up for a heart-pumping summit climb, a riverside stroll, or a chance to spot migrating birds, SRA’s preserves deliver.
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Big Night: Helping Amphibians Cross Safely
On the first warm, rainy nights of late winter or early spring, wood frogs and salamanders migrate to vernal pools to breed. Amphibians can travel up to a quarter mile or more, crossing dangerous roads to reach their destination — a leading cause of amphibian mortalities.
That’s why Conservation Partners of the Pomperaug are taking actionable steps to help. You can join in by driving carefully, avoiding crossing areas, and spreading awareness.
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Shop Our Online Store
Before you head out on your next adventure, gear up with Steep Rock Centennial Swag! Whether it’s a trail-tested hoodie, a hat, or a tee, our online shop has the perfect gear.
Every purchase supports conservation, keeps the trails you love in top shape, and helps us launch our next 100 years of protecting what you love.
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