In April, volunteers from Steep Rock embarked on an exciting project: constructing a new half-mile trail at Hillside Farm, the latest addition to West Mountain Preserve. Creating a sturdy hiking trail requires a long-term commitment, attention to many details, and a team effort. Let’s delve...
Judea Garden – The Giving Garden, a Steep Rock Association Community Project, is thrilled to announce the commencement of its 15th season and the celebration of the Garden, the People and their Stories. This remarkable milestone highlights a decade and a half of hard work,...
Grab your rubber boots and polarized glasses. It’s not too late to explore a vernal pool near you.Vernal pools are woodland depressions that hold water in Spring and then typically dry throughout Summer. Several amphibians are dependent on the temporarily inundated environment for breeding and...
>QCD Initiation Form Qualified Charitable Distributions, also called IRA Charitable Rollovers. If you are 70½ years of age or older, you can take advantage of a simple way to benefit Steep Rock and receive tax benefits in return. You can give any amount up to $108,000 per...
https://vimeo.com/770198337 View Gratitude Report As we reflect on our accomplishments over the past year, we are truly indebted to you. Nearly 100 years ago, we began as an organization tasked with the protection of a 186-acre parcel of land to protect the Steep Rock summit. From our...
An increase in black bear sightings throughout Town and encounters in residential areas are to be expected this time of year. Bears are actively seeking calorie-rich foods to build fat stores for winter and will take advantage of anthropogenic sources when made available. Please do...
As one drives and rides around the periphery of Lake Waramaug or boats its waters, you can’t help but notice the lush, unfragmented forested hillside looming over the lake’s northeastern bank and Route 45. This wildland extends to the ridgetop, through Pinnacle Valley, and across...
Written by Skylar King, 2022 Judea Garden Summer Intern ...
Strong Commitment to Public Trust and Conservation Excellence Steep Rock Association, based in Washington, CT, has received renewal of its accreditation as a land trust, continuing its participation in a network of over 450 accredited land trusts across the nation committed to professional excellence and to...