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Steep Rock accepting applications for new team leader

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Steep Rock Association seeks a dynamic Executive Director who will lead the organization to “the next level” – in stewardship, promotion of biodiversity and conservation, funding, innovative community partnerships, and strong programs. The Executive Director will manage and direct the total operation of Steep Rock Association, promote the organization’s mission, and be the primary face …

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Meet Kelly!

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Meet the latest addition the Steep Rock Association staff Kelly Sarandrea! She lives happily in Thomaston with her family and plethora of pets. She is incredibly excited to come on board and help with some of the amazing work that we do here at Steep Rock as our brand new office manager. Kelly was an …

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2019 Internships: A Summer of Inspiration

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Are you a high school or college student who loves the outdoors and want to gain experience in gardening or conservation work, all while getting paid? Build your resume and gain real-world skills in agriculture or outdoor recreation and conservation by applying for one of Steep Rock Association’s 2019 summer internship programs: Judea Garden Intern …

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Story Walk

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Macricostas Preserve has a StoryWalk! This community collaboration between Steep Rock Association, Gunn Memorial Library, and Washington Supply offers a fun and educational outdoor activity for families.  Pages from nature-focused children books are posted on display boards along a short, designated trail.  Books are changed seasonally so be sure to visit each new season. Fall 2018 Book …

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3 Peaks Challenge

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Introducing the 3 Peaks Challenge sponsored by Steep Rock Association’s Outreach Committee. To participate, ascend all three peaks: Hidden Valley’s Pinnacle, Macricostas’ Waramaug Rock, and the Steep Rock Summit.  There is no time limit for completing the challenge. Use the second page of the registration form (found below) to mark and date each summit reached by the …

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Hikers Challenge

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Steep Rock Association is sponsoring a hiker’s challenge. Walk all 40 +/- miles of trails in the three Steep Rock Preserves — Hidden Valley, Steep Rock and Macricostas — and become a member of Steep Rock Association’s hiking club. To participate, please fill out the Hiker’s Challenge registration form:  Hiker’s Registration form **Email pictures to info@steeprockassoc.org as .jpeg …

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BUILDING BOARDWALK

BUILDING BOARDWALK

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It all starts with a plan and permit when wetlands are concerned, but the latest stewardship project at Macricostas Preserve simply involved maintenance on a previously approved stretch of boardwalk through Meeker Swamp.  Several sections had deteriorated after a decade of great use and needed replacing.  The beat boards were white oak, a good choice …

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Protect Your Public Lands on Election Day

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Did you know that our public lands, which provide places for recreation, water quality protection, homes for wildlife, can be – and have been – give(n) away or sold without public comment? On Tuesday, November 6th, citizens of Connecticut can vote “YES” on the statewide ballot to protect public lands. It’s true that our preserves …

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Steep Rock Association is a land trust whose mission is to conserve ecologically and historically significant landscapes in and around Washington, CT and the Shepaug River Valley and to enhance the community’s connection with nature.

(860) 868-9131 | info@steeprockassoc.org
PO. Box 279
Washington Depot, Connecticut 06794

Hours:  Monday – Friday  8am – 4pm

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