Events & Programs

Weed & Wine at Judea Garden, Thursdays, June 6 through August 22, 2024

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Stop by Thursdays, June 6 through August 26, 5:30-7:00 PM and weed the vegetable beds at Judea Garden alongside fellow gardeners, then enjoy a glass of wine on us! Please bring your own glass. 124 Christian St, New Preston.

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No registration required, please email us with any questions.  

Steep Rock Summit Hike, Saturday, July 27 at 10:00AM, Steep Rock Preserve, 2 Tunnel Rd., Washington Depot

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Join us for a guided 3-4 mile hike with some steep inclines to the summit at Steep Rock. We will meet at 10AM in the large main parking area at Steep Rock Preserve on Tunnel Road. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes, bring water and a snack.  

Join Executive Director Brian Hagenbuch on a series of casual walks through Steep Rock's Preserves. Wed., August 14 we will visit the Bronson Field Pollinator Meadow on Sabbaday Lane at Hidden Valley Preserve.

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Steep Rock Association gratefully acknowledges National Iron Bank as the primary sponsor for this conservation education program.

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

Judea Garden Open Garden 2024, Sat., Aug. 17, 2024, 3:00PM-5:00PM

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Come and experience the beauty of our gardens, meet our dedicated interns, and raise a toast to all the volunteers—past, present, and future—who have been instrumental in making this project a resounding success.

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Judea Garden began in spring 2009. Where the community comes together to provide fresh produce for members of our community with limited financial resources. Judea Garden has been growing vegetables for our neighbors in need for 16 seasons. Our vegetables are available at the New Milford Food Pantry and the Warren/Washington Food Pantry. For more info, visit https://steeprockassoc.org/preserve/judea-garden/.

Annual Steep Rock Association Community Picnic, Sat., September 7, 2024, 12:00PM-2:00PM - Steep Rock Preserve, 2 Tunnel Rd, Washington Depot

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An annual tradition for more than 50 years. All community members are welcome to join us for food, fun, and games!

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RSVP appreciated.

Seniors in Steep Rock - Judea Garden & Camp House Tour/History Presentation Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, 11:00AM Macricostas Preserve, 124 Christian St., New Preston

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Enjoy a tour of Judea Garden and learn about the historic Camp House and the farming and industrial influences of the Camp family in Washington. A complimentary lunch will follow the presentation.

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Seniors in Steep Rock is a collaborative program with the Washington Senior Center and is generously supported by a grant from the Connecticut Community Foundation’s “Pathways for Older Adults” program.

Join Executive Director Brian Hagenbuch on a series of casual walks through Steep Rock’s Preserves. Tue., Sept. 17 we will explore Hillside Farm, 397 Nettleton Hollow Road. Acquired in 2021, this 86-acre parcel on the border of Washington and Woodbury includes a rich diversity of habitats and species.

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Steep Rock Association gratefully acknowledges National Iron Bank as the primary sponsor for this conservation education program.

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

Fall Equinox Firepit Event Sun., September 22, 2024, 5:00PM Steep Rock House, 116 Christian St, New Preston

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There are only 2 times of the year when the Earth's axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun, resulting in a nearly equal amount of daylight and darkness at all latitudes - and this is one of those days! Come join us for at the firepit as we celebrate the arrival of fall with refreshments, fun, and good company - all are welcome.

Tunnel Road Connector Hike Sat., September 28, 2024, 11:00AM – 2:00PM Steep Rock Preserve, 2 Tunnel Road, Washington Depot Join Steep Rock Association and Roxbury Land Trust for a 4.5-mile intertown hike on Tunnel Road, traversing nature preserves protected by both organizations. Experience the fall foliage, marvel at the Shepaug River, and learn about land stewardship along the way. Ages: all, but please note the hike length.

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Registration coming soon!

3 Peaks in 3 Weeks: Sun., Sept. 29 through Sun., Oct. 20, 2024

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An annual event each October, this challenge invites participants to hike all three Steep Rock peaks (Steep Rock Preserve, Macricostas Preserve, and Hidden Valley Preserve) in three weeks and register to win prizes for participating. All ages and fitness levels are encouraged to join in this friendly adventure.

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Registration coming soon!

Fall Saunters with SRA - Johnson Farm Preserve, 37 West Mountain Rd., Washington

Wednesday, October 9, 5:30PM Enjoy the spectacular fall colors at Johnson Farm Preserve. Join SRA’s Executive Director for a walk around Johnson Farm Preserve and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of autumn across the landscape.

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Steep Rock Association gratefully acknowledges National Iron Bank as the primary sponsor for this conservation education program.

Judea Garden Fall Clean Up

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124 Christian St, New Preston Sat., October 19, 9AM-12PM & Sunday, October 20, 12PM-3PM

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Clean away plant debris, prep beds, and plant seeds to greet us early next spring. Join us for one or both days! All ages.

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.

Seniors in Steep Rock - Steeped in Steep Rock Coffee Hour and Program Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, 1:00PM Macricostas Preserve, 124 Christian St., New Preston

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Registration and details coming soon!

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Seniors in Steep Rock is a collaborative program with the Washington Senior Center and is generously supported by a grant from the Connecticut Community Foundation’s “Pathways for Older Adults” program.

Join our monthly trail work party! The work party meets at 10:00am the third Saturday of every month from April through November. No experience necessary, just a willingness to get your hands dirty and have fun. Ages 16+.