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01 Jan

Posted at 13:54h in ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT, STORY MAPS

[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="" el_class="block-hidden-valley__title h1-sm"] 2023 Impact Report [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""]Since our inception in 1925, Steep Rock Association (SRA) has played a pivotal role in protecting and fostering the natural heritage of Washington and the broader Litchfield Hills region. Your unwavering commitment...

04 Dec

Posted at 14:08h in Notes From The Field, Outdoor Recreation, Volunteers

[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 Rockers Rock Crew, which formed last fall, continued their work on the Meeker Trail throughout this past year. After receiving further training from Artie Hidalgo and Kent Stivers of the Jolly Rovers Trail Crew, the...

21 Nov

Posted at 14:20h in Donor Impact

[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_video link="https://vimeo.com/885640215?share=copy" align="center" css="" title="Gratitude Report Video 2023"][vc_column_text css=""]As Steep Rock reflects on our accomplishments over the past year, we want to celebrate you, to recognize you, and to thank you for your support. Without you, we could not...

17 Nov

Posted at 14:25h in Donor Impact

[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=""]Did you know that many of our supporters give non-cash gifts, such as stocks, QCDs and grants from donor advised funds? We encourage you to explore these “tax smart” options, which offer you tax benefits while providing...

02 Oct

Posted at 14:38h in Community Science, Internships, Notes From The Field, Scientific Study, Wildlife

[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_single_image image="30194" img_size="full" alignment="center" css="" qode_css_animation=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] October is Bat Appreciation Month Connecticut’s nine different bat species are simply amazing creatures that play the important role of keeping insect populations in check. Unfortunately, they face a number of threats. This...

20 Sep

Posted at 14:45h in Notes From The Field

[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=""]SRA is vigilant about protecting our lands from invasive plant and animal species. Here's how you can help--We are on high alert for the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), which has been found in high numbers in southwest CT...

12 Sep

Posted at 14:43h in Uncategorized

[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=""] Use the email sign up form below to join our Newsletter! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

01 Sep

Posted at 14:54h in Community Science, Notes From The Field, Scientific Study, Wildlife

[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=""]Steep Rock recognizes invasive plants and animals as some of the most significant threats to the well-being of our protected natural and agricultural lands. In August, our volunteer work party tackled a stand of Japanese barberry in...

08 Aug

Posted at 14:58h in Natural Beauty, Notes From The Field

[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_video link="https://vimeo.com/852725022?share=copy" align="center" css="" title="Microburst Video"][vc_column_text css=""]On June 27th, we received a call from a hiker in Hidden Valley Preserve that trees were down on some trails, and she was “seeing sky where I usually see trees!” Upon investigation,...

14 Jun

Posted at 15:04h in Notes From The Field, Outdoor Recreation, Special Projects, Volunteers

[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=""]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...