Comings and Goings at Macricostas Preserve
WHERE did the GOSHAWKS GO?
Seasoned hikers of Steep Rock Association’s (SRA) trails likely remember unique closure signs posted in early spring years ago. Northern goshawks (NOGO), a threatened resident bird of prey in CT, […]
Scientific Study
Within our Strategic Plan 2020, a key stewardship priority is to manage our lands for biodiversity. In order to accomplish this, Steep Rock Association (SRA) applies science-based knowledge of our […]
Spring 2016 Water Bar Maintenance
Many water bars have been installed on Steep Rock trails to divert water and prevent erosion. These bars fill with sand, leaves, sticks, and other organic matter, which needs to […]
Wildlife baby season: if you care, leave them there
Wildlife baby season: if you care, leave them there “Hello Steep Rock? My cat brought a baby bunny into the house. It doesn’t look injured, but what should I do […]
It Takes a Village
It Takes a Village to Build a Garden and a Garden to Feed a Community Judea Garden is celebrating its 10th season of providing fresh, organic produce for its neighbors […]
Preserve Experiences
Nature provides us with the opportunity to rejuvenate and explore. We asked visitors to share memorable experiences they have had in our preserves. Please enjoy reading about these priceless moments, […]
Senior Community Outing
Where might the senior community go when looking for a place to explore the outdoors with friends and neighbors? They go to Steep Rock Preserve, of course. On Tuesday, August […]
Donor Spotlight on…
Eliot Johnson
Eliot Johnson is a part-time farmer and the owner of West Mountain Builders. Eliot lives, farms, and does business on property that once housed his grandfather’s dairy farm – which […]
Steep Rock Association achieves Land Trust Alliance Accreditation
Hurrah! Hurrah! We are thrilled to announce that Steep Rock Association (SRA) has achieved national recognition through a rigorous accreditation process. We had to provide extensive documentation and undergo a […]