The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat is ready for autumn with a special seasonal schedule. Guests can enjoy train and boat rides Friday through Sunday until Sept. 29 along the Lower Connecticut River Valley. During the peak autumn season, Oct. 3 through Oct. 27, the annual Fall Foliage journey will run five days a week, Thursday through Monday. This trip allows guests to … [Read more...] about Fall Foliage Season Kicks off at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
Outdoors
Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Swallow Boat Cruise, Sept. 28
This trip is now full, but a waiting list is being held in case of cancellations. On the lower Connecticut River we are fortunate to be able to witness many spectacular avian happenings. One highlight of the birding year on the river is the tree swallow concentration that can be found each fall starting in August and running through early October. During fall migration, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Swallow Boat Cruise, Sept. 28
O’Neil Moves Closer to Prestigious Eagle Scout Award by Blazing New Trail in Heller Preserve
Thanks to Eagle Scout candidate Kyle O’Neil of Old Lyme, with support from his family, friends and Lyme-Old Lyme Boy Scout Troop 26, a new trail in the Heller Preserve on the Lyme-Old Lyme town border will take hikers to new heights. The Bob and Esther Heller Preserve is located at 80 Town Woods Road and is named for the former residents of Old Lyme, who generously donated … [Read more...] about O’Neil Moves Closer to Prestigious Eagle Scout Award by Blazing New Trail in Heller Preserve
Lyme Horse Trials Take Place Today at Lord Creek Farm
The public is invited to come to beautiful Lord Creek Farm on Sunday, Aug. 18, and watch close to 70 local riders compete in the equestrian competition known as Eventing. One of the fastest growing equestrian pursuits, it is the ultimate challenge for horse and rider, testing their partnership and athletic prowess in three disciplines: the grace and harmony of dressage; the … [Read more...] about Lyme Horse Trials Take Place Today at Lord Creek Farm
Nature Conservancy Works to Control Damaging Invasive Plant Along Lower Connecticut River
Phragmites australis In order to help restore and sustain the tidal wetlands along the lower Connecticut River, The Nature Conservancy last year undertook invasive phragmites control work at 12 locations on more than 215 acres, including sites in both Lyme and Old Lyme. Paid for by funding provided by the Ecosystem Management and Habitat Restoration grants administered … [Read more...] about Nature Conservancy Works to Control Damaging Invasive Plant Along Lower Connecticut River
After 15 Years of Turmoil, Trust for Public Land Announces Conservation Opportunity for The Preserve
Its status in flux for 15 years, the largest unprotected coastal forest between New York City and Boston may soon provide hiking, bird watching, and recreational opportunities for public The Trust for Public Land announced today that it has reached an agreement with River Sound Development, LLC, to purchase 1,000 acres known as The Preserve – the last large unprotected coastal … [Read more...] about After 15 Years of Turmoil, Trust for Public Land Announces Conservation Opportunity for The Preserve
Oh, What a Wonderful Weekend to be in Old Lyme!
After torrential rains on Thursday and clouds on Friday morning, predicting the weather for Midsummer Festival 2013 was nerve-wracking affair. But there was no cause for alarm -- the gods smiled and Friday evening the sun broke through and then proceeded to stay out for the entire event. All three art institutions on Lyme Street, the Florence Griswold Museum, the Lyme Arts … [Read more...] about Oh, What a Wonderful Weekend to be in Old Lyme!
Eagle Scout Project Benefits Old Lyme Land Trust
On Saturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14, Life Scout TJ Lynch led a crew of more than 20 workers, blazing a new trail approximately 500 feet long and then building an elaborate “wilderness ladder” down a steep embankment. The two day effort culminated an ambitious Eagle Scout project for the Old Lyme Land Trust (OLLT) that took nearly 14 months to plan and carry out. Two … [Read more...] about Eagle Scout Project Benefits Old Lyme Land Trust
Delays Expected This Weekend During ‘Q’ Bridge Traffic Shift on I-95 South
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) District 3A has announced that significant construction activities for the I-95 New Haven Harbor Crossing (NHHC) Corridor Improvement Program will be occurring this coming weekend, Friday, July 26 to Monday, July 29, as traffic is shifted onto the new I-95 southbound lanes of The Pearl Harbor Memorial (Q) Bridge. The weekend … [Read more...] about Delays Expected This Weekend During ‘Q’ Bridge Traffic Shift on I-95 South
Convincing Boaters to Rent, Rather Than Own? It’s an Uphill Battle …
It is hardly a contest. The favored way by more than a hundred fold and more, is that boaters along the eastern Connecticut shoreline prefer to own their own boats, rather than rent them. Take for example the very modest boat rental program at the Brewer Pilots Point Marina in Westbrook. Whereas there are literally hundreds of slips for boat owners keeping their own boats … [Read more...] about Convincing Boaters to Rent, Rather Than Own? It’s an Uphill Battle …
New York City Developer Puts Iconic Windmill Property in Essex Up For Sale
With a price tag of $1,925,000, New York City developer, Frank J. Sciame, Jr., is offering to sell a notable Essex landmark, the windmill at Foxboro Point. Listing materials assert that the sale is a, “Once in the lifetime chance to own the windmill.” They continue, “This unique waterfront [property] is one of the most recognized features on the Connecticut River. It is … [Read more...] about New York City Developer Puts Iconic Windmill Property in Essex Up For Sale
East Haddam Swing Bridge Celebrates Its Century, Saturday
The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat is joining the 100th anniversary celebration of the East Haddam Swing Bridge this coming Saturday, June 15. Residents of Old Saybrook, Essex, Deep River, Chester and Haddam are invited to ride to the anniversary festivities aboard the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, which is providing a free trip for 150 passengers up the Valley … [Read more...] about East Haddam Swing Bridge Celebrates Its Century, Saturday
Historic Barns of Connecticut Trail Launched at Old Saybrook Gala
Celebration Continues with Conference, Hoedown, Bike and Bus Tours, June 8. The Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation, located in Hamden, Conn., will launch a trail of historic barns in the state at its Celebration of Barns event on June 7 and 8, at the historic Bushnell Farm in Old Saybrook. This evening at 7 p.m., there will be a glittering gala hosted by … [Read more...] about Historic Barns of Connecticut Trail Launched at Old Saybrook Gala
Andrea Arrives with Heavy Rain, High Winds
Tropical Storm Andrea has arrived and is depositing significant amounts of rainfall on Lyme and Old Lyme. A Coastal Flood Advisory and Flash Flood Warning have been issued through Saturday. Tidal surges of one to two feet are expected. Do not drive your vehicle into areas where the water covers the roadway - the water depth may be too great to allow your vehicle to cross … [Read more...] about Andrea Arrives with Heavy Rain, High Winds
Missing Cat: Have You Seen Joni?
Joni, a friendly black and white cat with golden eyes, has gone missing from her home at 80, Flat Rock Hill Rd. Joni is much missed so if you have any information at all about her, please call Kathy King at 860.434.7744 (h) or 860.227. 2176 (c). … [Read more...] about Missing Cat: Have You Seen Joni?