BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shoreline Greenway Trail - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Shoreline Greenway Trail X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Shoreline Greenway Trail REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220621Z UID:2180-1699466400-1699473600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:NCAT Annual Networking meeting\, Nov 8th DESCRIPTION:The New Haven Coalition for Active Transportation (NCAT) will host an exciting networking dinner\, Wednesday\, November 8 at 6pm at Gateway Community College. Please register to attend if you are interested/available!\n\nRegister for the Coalition Networking Dinner\nSAVE THE DATE! The New Haven Coalition for Active Transportation (NCAT) is organizing a coalition and networking dinner with organizations\, local leaders\, and community members on Wednesday\, November 8th. We’ll be inviting organizations from New Haven and the metro region to talk about their 2023 progress and 2024 plans. Local leaders and community members should attend to help NCAT and the coalition of groups and neighborhoods chart a safer\, healthier\, more sustainable future.\n\nThe gathering and dinner is FREE\, but you can make an optional donation $25 to $50 to support the event and NCAT’s work to increase road safety and get more folks walking\, biking\, and riding transit in New Haven and the metro region.  \nRegistration is required so we have a headcount for dinner. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2iSFeEd_X215gYRnzqTXyOQ4fcbZKSfgfVqFgABQ1ktkOXg/viewform?usp=send_form\n\nLocation: CT State Gateway (Gateway Community College)\, 20 Church St\, New Haven\, CT\nTime: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm\, with program and speakers between 6:00 to 8:00 pm\nFacebook Event to Share: https://www.facebook.com/events/1031954567811951/ (invite friends)\n\nClick Here to Donate to Support this Dinner and NCAT’s Continued Work\n\n*****************************************************\nLa Coalición de Transporte Activo de New Haven (NCAT) está organizando una cena de coalición y networking con organizaciones\, líderes locales y miembros de la comunidad el miércoles 8 de noviembre. Invitaremos a organizaciones de New Haven y la región metropolitana a hablar sobre su progreso para 2023 y sus planes para 2024. Los líderes locales y miembros de la comunidad deben asistir para ayudar al NCAT y a la coalición de grupos y vecindarios a trazar un futuro más seguro\, saludable y sostenible.\n\nLa reunión y la cena son GRATUITAS\, pero puede hacer una donación opcional de $25 a $50 para apoyar el evento y el trabajo de NCAT para aumentar la seguridad vial y lograr que más personas caminen\, anden en bicicleta y utilicen el transporte público en New Haven y la región metropolitana. Es necesario registrarse para que tengamos un recuento para la cena.\n\nUbicación: Gateway Community College\, 20 Church St\, New Haven\, CT\nHorario: 17:00 – 21:00\, con programa y ponentes de 18:00 a 20:00\nEvento de Facebook para compartir: https://www.facebook.com/events/1031954567811951/ (invitar amigos)\n\nPuede donar para apoyar esta cena y el trabajo continuo del NCAT \n  URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/ncat-annual-networking-meeting-nov-8th-2/ CATEGORIES:Partner Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220559Z UID:2170-1699092000-1699099200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:1st Saturday Walk\, East Haven\, November 4th DESCRIPTION:East Haven November 4\, 2023. 10AM\nJoin us on an autumn nature walk. Enjoy an overview of the Bradford Preserve tidal wetlands and Long Island Sound\, glacial outcroppings\, and a variety of trees. Then on to Farm River State Park with natural caves\, osprey nests and spectacular views of the Farm River. From Route 142 West\, left on Mansfield Grove Rd. to stop sign\, right on Hoop Pole Lane to 2nd parking lot on left. From Coe Ave.\, left on Myrtle St.\, right at stop sign\, quick left on Elliot St.\, first right to parking lot. \nAfter the walk\, SGT business partner\, One World Roasters will offer samplings of their organic coffee \nChildren and dogs welcome. Sturdy shoes\, a hat and water advisable. \nIn case of inclement weather\, visit the website for an update. \nMARK your calendars for our next 1st Saturday event! \n  Madison\, Dec 2nd URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/1st-saturday-walk-east-haven-november-4th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220600Z UID:2172-1698174000-1698181200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:2023 Shoreline Greenway Trail\, Annual Meeting & Agenda DESCRIPTION:2023 AGENDA Shoreline Greenway Trail Annual Meeting\n(Click above for Agenda) \n    \n\n\n  \nPlease join us for our 2023 Annual meeting on Oct 24th\, at 7PM. \nThis will be held at the Guilford Community Center with Hybrid Zoom link.  Details below \nWe are delighted to have as our Guest Speaker: \n\n\nRobert Bruce Donald\nBruce joined the East Coast Greenway Alliance in 2016 as the Tri-State Greenways Coordinator\,serving CT\, NY\, and NJ.  In 2020\, he became Southern New England Manager\, leading greenway advocacy efforts in CT\, RI and Central MA. Previously he served as president of the nonprofit Farmington Valley Trails Council for 14 years. In 2014\, Bruce was appointed Chairman of the Governor’s Connecticut Greenways Council\, which coordinates all state stakeholders in planning\, implementing\, and funding the greenway system through the Connecticut Recreational Trails Grants Program for the Dept. of Energy & Environmental Protection. That program has distributed over $21 million to 140 projects to date.\n\n\n \nWe also be updating the membership on several initiatives and progress in adding section to the trail!. Additionally\, Board Members will be ratified by you\, the Members. \nGuilford Community Center\, Menunkatuck Room\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/93008785355?pwd=bVFYUGVBOXFPZWozUW9yZ1B1OXNiQT09 \nMeeting ID: 930 0878 5355\nPasscode: 878075 \n\n  URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/2023-shoreline-greenway-trail-annual-meeting-agenda-2/ CATEGORIES:Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220607Z UID:2176-1697983200-1697988600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Need to move to OCT 22nd! Young’s Pond Park Master Series Walk\, Branford DESCRIPTION:Due to expected rain\, this has moved to Oct 22nd\, 2:00pm \n \nThe Branford Historical Society and the Shoreline Greenway Trail are partnering to offer a historical walk of Young’s Pond Park. BHS’s Matt Radulski will lead a talk about the history of the area. We will explore the old foundations and walk the carriage trails of yore which still run throughout the park and are now a part of the Shoreline Greenway Trail. October is a lovely time of year to be outdoors and we hope you will join us for this Fall event. Meet at the parking lot of Young Ponds Park 60 Blackstone Ave. Branford at 2pm. \nQuestions\, reach out to programs@branfordhistoricalsociety.org URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/need-to-move-to-oct-22nd-youngs-pond-park-master-series-walk-branford-2/ CATEGORIES:Branford END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220608Z UID:2179-1697886000-1697891400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED due to rain expected. Oct 21st. East Haven. SGT Master Series: Jill Scheibenpflug\, Farm River State Park Ranger DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED. \nSORRY FOLKS\, this weather has really put a damper on these walks. \nWe’ll try to reschedule to the Spring. \n  \nSGT Master Series guest is Jill Scheibenpflug\, Farm River State Park Ranger \nJill will lead a walk and share interesting Park facts. \nWe will meet at the Trailhead at Mansfield Grove Road and Hoop Pole Lane \nAfter the walk\, bring a picnic lunch to enjoy\, or just relax or chat at the overlook of Farm River. \nSaturday\, October 21 at 11AM. Rain Date October 22 \n  URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/cancelled-due-to-rain-expected-oct-21st-east-haven-sgt-master-series-jill-scheibenpflug-farm-river-state-park-ranger-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220608Z UID:2178-1697277600-1697284800@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED! East Haven Chamber of Commerce Meet & Greet DESCRIPTION:  \nDUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST this will be cancelled. \nJoin the East Haven Chamber of Commerce and local non-profits as they walk the former DC Moore school section of the Shoreline Greenway Trail in East Haven. \nSaturday\, October 14 at 10AM.  (has been rescheduled to this date from prior due to rain) URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/cancelled-east-haven-chamber-of-commerce-meet-greet-2/ CATEGORIES:East Haven Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220554Z UID:2169-1696672800-1696680000@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:1st Saturday RIDE\, Guilford\, October 7\, 2023. DESCRIPTION:Guilford\, October 7\, 2023. 10 AM \nMeet the Guilford Team on the Guilford Green across from Town Hall for a bike ride. We’ll ride mostly flat roads around the downtown area and finish at Cilantro’s for coffee\, food\, and a chance to chat. \nHelmets are required. \nIn case of inclement weather\, visit the website for an update or Contact – call or text 203-815-0947. \nMark your calendars for our NEXT 1st Saturday events \nEast Haven\, Nov 4th \nMadison\, Dec 2nd URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/1st-saturday-ride-guilford-october-7-2023-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220608Z UID:2177-1696068000-1696075200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Rain DATE change!! East Haven Chamber of Commerce Meet & Greet DESCRIPTION:Due to Saturday’s weather forecast\, Jenn Higham\, Chamber President rescheduled the meet and greet\nto Saturday\, October 14 at 10AM. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/rain-date-change-east-haven-chamber-of-commerce-meet-greet-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220607Z UID:2175-1696068000-1696075200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:RE-scheduled!!!! Its Raining East Haven Masters Series\, Sept 30th\, FRSP Ranger guided walk DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED to Saturday\, October 21 at 11AM. We will meet at the Trailhead at Mansfield Grove Road and Hoop Pole Lane. Rain Date October 22 \n  \nOn Saturday\, September 30\, SGT Master Series guest is Jill Scheibenpflug\, Farm River State Park Ranger \nJill will lead a walk and share interesting Park facts. \nMeet at 10AM at the DC Moore Trailhead entrance off Elliott St. \nAfter the walk\, bring a picnic lunch to enjoy\, or just relax or chat at the overlook of Farm River. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/re-scheduled-its-raining-east-haven-masters-series-sept-30th-frsp-ranger-guided-walk-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220601Z UID:2174-1695463200-1695470400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:TO BE RESCHEDULED!!! East Haven Non Profit Networking walk!! DESCRIPTION:THIS WILL BE RESCHEDULED from Sep 23rd to a drier day!! \n  \nEast Haven Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Non Profit Chamber Member Collaboration\, on \nSeptember 23 at 10 AM \nat the Shoreline Greenway Trail at Elliot Street DC Moore entrance. \n \nIt is an opportunity to meet and greet all nonprofits (over 15 invited!) and enjoy a trail walk. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/to-be-rescheduled-east-haven-non-profit-networking-walk-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220600Z UID:2173-1694854800-1694865600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:FINAL RIDE UPDATE!! Ride the entire 25 mile length connecting sections of Shoreline Greenway Trail; East Haven to Madison; Sept 16th DESCRIPTION:FINAL RIDE UPDATE!!!\n\nOK. We’re on for Saturday’s SGT 25 ride!  We may even have a nice tailwind courtesy of LEE.\n\nPlan to meet at 9:00 New Haven Lighthouse Point parking lot\, 21 Lighthouse Road\n\nEvery rider will get an SGT T-Shirts and ceremonial Sticker\nWe’ll all need to sign Waivers and we’ll hand out route Maps with QR codes for the detailed map.\n\nClick for :           Cue Sheet GUIDE To Getting To And Between The SHORELINE GREENWAY TRAIL\n\nWe plan to ride as a group with an average pace of 8-12 MPH.\nWe w1ill ride a combination of public connecting roads\, multipurpose packed gravel trails and sharrows.  Most bikes except elite road bikes should work fine.  I ride a road touring with 700 x 38 tires.\nThis is a non-supported ride.  NO Sag wagon.  We will have multiple stops in each town for water and snacks.\n \n9:15 EH – Cosey Beach Town Beach \n\n10:00 Branford- Stoney Creek Brewery Kiosk\n            Cookies\, water for water bottles\n11:00 Guilford – Floor Craze at the corner of River and Water Streets\n            water bottles\, some snack bars and bananas\n12:00 Madison – SGT Trailhead on BPR.\n            water\, some snacks\nThere will be a celebratory gathering Donahues Beach Grille near the very end on BPR where we will celebrate with  all riders and volunteers.\n\nSee you then!!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn September 16th at 9AM\, join bike riders for a ride along the entire 25-mile length of the existing sections and connecting corridors of the trail from East Haven to Madison.\nThis ride is for both casual and accomplished riders with 3 groups riding at the pace that fits them.\n\nThe ride will consist of a combination of Multipurpose Trails (some packed gravel and modest hills)\, Sharrows\, Sidewalks and shared\, public roadways.\nRide the entire 25-mile length OR take part in riding various sections with others.\n\nStops along the way at East Haven town Beach \, Branford’s Stoney Creek\, the Guilford Green and Hammonasset Beach in Madison will allow for water breaks and connecting with others.\n\nHelmets are required.\nPlan to meet at Lighthouse Point parking lot\, 21 Lighthouse Road at 9:00AM.\nWe encourage carpooling to start and final pickup at the Madison Clinton line in the Post Road.\n\n\n\n\nTime transiting depends on speed and stops. Plan for 2-3 hours transiting\, estimated group wrap-up at approximately 12 PM\n\n\nIF interested\, please contact:  Info@shorelinegreenwaytraii.org to let us know you’re coming. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/final-ride-update-ride-the-entire-25-mile-length-connecting-sections-of-shoreline-greenway-trail-east-haven-to-madison-sept-16th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220554Z UID:2167-1694599200-1694606400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Master Walk\, "Shrubs"\, Shoreline Greenway Trail\, Hammonasset section\, Madison\, WEDNESDAY(!) Sep 13th DESCRIPTION:Please join Shoreline Greenway Trail members and the community as we hold another MASTERS Walk. \nWEDNESDAY\, September 13th\, 10AM. \n\n\n\n\n“Shrubs can be the neglected child of the plant world. We tend to admire the majestic trees or rhapsodize over the colorful wildflowers\, but shrubs give us plenty to look at as well. Learn to identify some of the common local shrubs on the Hammonassett Greenway Trail with botanical author Lauren Brown.  Lauren Brown is the author of two botanical field guides\, Weeds and Wildflowers in Winter (W.W. Norton) and Grasses\, Sedges\, Rushes: An Identification Guide (Yale University Press).  She is vice-president of the Connecticut Botanical Society and serves on the board of directors of the Branford Land Trust.”\n\n\n\n\nWe will walk the Hammonasset-west section of the Shoreline Greenway Trail in Madison. \nMeet at 10 AM at  the Trailhead parking lot\, Post Road East\, Madison \nThis is being hosted by the Guilford Shoreline Greenway Trail team and partnering with the Branford Land Trust. \nAbout the Branford Land Trust: \nThe Branford Land Trust is a non-profit organization\, founded in 1967 with the goal of protecting Branford’s natural resources. For more the past 50 years\, the Trust has honored its mission by acquiring and managing open space\, promoting education about our natural resources\, and encouraging our community to get involved. \nThe mission of the Branford Land Trust is to preserve open space in Branford\, and to promote our community’s appreciation of Branford’s diverse natural features. \nThe Land Trust now owns more than 1\,000 acres in over 130 parcels and holds conservation easements on another 400 acres in Branford\, Connecticut. \n  URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/master-walk-shrubs-shoreline-greenway-trail-hammonasset-section-madison-wednesday-sep-13th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220533Z UID:2163-1694253600-1694260800@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Trolleys & Trails\, Summer Series\, Final event\, Madison\, September 9th DESCRIPTION:FINAL EVENT of this summers series!!!! \nThe Shore Line Trolley Museum and the Shoreline Greenway Trail announce a summer series of talks and walks along the historic Connecticut Trolley system as it winds along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail. \nThis series will consist of a speaker from the Shore Line Trolley Museum visiting Shoreline Greenway Trail sections and speaking to the history of the system in that area while leading a walk along the Trail. \n \nExpect to hear about the once popular\, multi-section Trolley system that serviced Shoreline communities in the early 1900’s. \nAt the same time\, you’ll enjoy a walk along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail.  Most sections that will be accessed are wooded and about 1-2 miles in length with relatively level\, multi-purpose trails. \n \nSept 9th\, Madison 10 AM – Hammonasset section starting at the trailhead parking lot off the Post Road. \n2023 Trolley & Trails series press release URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/trolleys-trails-summer-series-final-event-madison-september-9th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220554Z UID:2168-1693648800-1693656000@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:1st Saturday Walk in Branford\, September 2\, 2023. 10AM DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a walk on the trail. From the SGT parking lot off Tabor Dr.\, we’ll head to the labyrinth and Chet’s Pond. Crossing Pine Orchard Rd.\, we’ll stay on the Greenway Trail past the Community Gardens\, across Birch Rd.\, and through Young’s Pond Park. We’ll take the Branford Trail back to the Tabor property and return on the Tabor Loop past the pollinator garden to the parking lot. Almost three miles with some wooded paths. \nChildren and dogs welcome. Sturdy shoes\, a hat and water advisable. \nIn case of inclement weather\, visit the website for an update or Contact: Judy Miller\, 203-589-8335. \nMark your calendars for ALL our 1st Saturday walks. \nGuilford\, Oct 7th. \nEast Haven\, Nov 4th \nMadison\, Dec 2nd URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/1st-saturday-walk-in-branford-september-2-2023-10am-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220532Z UID:2162-1692439200-1692446400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Trolley & Trails\, Summer Series\, East Haven\, August 19th DESCRIPTION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum and the Shoreline Greenway Trail announce a summer series of talks and walks along the historic Connecticut Trolley system as it winds along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail. \nMEET AT the Shoreline Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven at 10 AM. \nThis series will consist of a speaker from the Shore Line Trolley Museum visiting Shoreline Greenway Trail sections and speaking to the history of the system in that area while leading a walk along the Trail. \n \nExpect to hear about the once popular\, multi-section Trolley system that serviced Shoreline communities in the early 1900’s. \nAt the same time\, you’ll enjoy a walk along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail.  Most sections that will be accessed are wooded and about 1-2 miles in length with relatively level\, multi-purpose trails. \n \nPut these dates on your calendar. \nAugust 19th\, East Haven 10 AM – Shore Line Trolley Museum 17 River Street East Haven. \nSept 9th\, Madison 10 AM – Hammonasset section starting at the trailhead parking lot off the Post Road. \n2023 Trolley & Trails series press release URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/trolley-trails-summer-series-east-haven-august-19th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220553Z UID:2166-1691229600-1691236800@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Shoreline Greenway Trail\, 1st Saturday walk/hike\, Guilford\, Aug 5th\, West River Preserve DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike Saturday\, August 5th\, 10 AM\, meeting at the Baldwin Middle School parking lot (68 Bullard Dr\, Guilford\, CT 06437). We will start our hike in Baldwin Woods\, heading north into the West River Preserve (owned by the Town of Guilford\, overseen by the Guilford Conservation Commission) towards the West River and then south into Bittner Park. These 3 adjoining pieces of open space comprise over 200 acres of public land and approximately 7 miles of trails. Wear hiking boots (some wet spots depending on weather) and some hilly terrain. Bug spray recommended. Leashed dogs welcomed. \nNOTE: the starting point has changed from earlier notices since there is a professional disc golf tournament in Bittner Park and parking will be limited there. Questions – call or text 203-815-0947. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/shoreline-greenway-trail-1st-saturday-walk-hike-guilford-aug-5th-west-river-preserve-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220532Z UID:2161-1690020000-1690027200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Trolleys & Trails Summer Series\, Guilford\, July 22nd DESCRIPTION:TROLLEYS & TRAILS SUMMER SERIES EVENT\, The Shoreline Greenway Trail and The Shore Line Trolley Museum are partnering for a series of outdoor walks and talks this summer. \nGUILFORD\, JULY 22@ 10:00 AM \nThis will be the second event in a summertime series of outdoor walks and talks joining experts from the Shore Line Trolley Museum and beautiful sections along the Shoreline \nJoin us on Saturday July 22 for a walk and talk along the former Trolley line in Guilford. You will learn about how Guilford was a major hub for the trolley that once rolled along the shoreline in the early 1900’s.  \nWe will meet at Guilford Town Hall\, 31 Park St at 10:00am on Saturday\, July 22. then walk across the Guilford Green to Water Street and along Water St (146) to the former Trolley barn at Water and River Street (Floor Craze) returning to Town Hall.  We will pass several historic homes along the route and learn about the history of the trolley line. \nPlease wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing and bring water.  We will be walking mostly on sidewalks. Program approximately 90 minutes\, 1 ½ miles round trip.  \nPut these dates on your calendar. \nAugust 19th\, East Haven 10 AM – Meeting at the Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River St\, East Haven\, CT \nSept 9th\, Madison 10 AM – Meeting at the Hammonasset-West section\, in Madison at the trailhead parking lot off the Post Road. \nTrolley Walk Guilford Poster \n2023 Trolley & Trails series press release URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/trolleys-trails-summer-series-guilford-july-22nd-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220529Z UID:2160-1689415200-1689422400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Trolleys & Trails Summer Series\, Branford\, July 15th DESCRIPTION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum and the Shoreline Greenway Trail announce a summer series of talks and walks along the historic Connecticut Trolley system as it winds along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail. \nThis series will consist of a speaker from the Shore Line Trolley Museum visiting Shoreline Greenway Trail sections and speaking to the history of the system in that area while leading a walk along the Trail. \n \nExpect to hear about the once popular\, multi-section Trolley system that serviced Shoreline communities in the early 1900’s. \nAt the same time\, you’ll enjoy a walk along sections of the Shoreline Greenway Trail.  Most sections that will be accessed are wooded and about 1-2 miles in length with relatively level\, multi-purpose trails. \n \nPut these dates on your calendar. \nJuly 15th\, Branford 10 AM – starting at the West Point Field parking lot. \nJuly 22nd\, Guilford 10 AM – starting at Guilford green. \nAugust 19th\, East Haven 10 AM – Meeting at the former DC Moore school on Elliot St. \nSept 9th\, Madison 10 AM – Hammonasset section starting at the trailhead parking lot off the Post Road. \n2023 Trolley & Trails series press release URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/trolleys-trails-summer-series-branford-july-15th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220534Z UID:2165-1688205600-1688212800@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:East Haven\, 1st Saturday Walk! July 1st\, 10:00AM DESCRIPTION:This Saturday\, usher in Independence Day with a nature walk on the Shoreline Greenway Trail!  Here are the details: \nWhat: As we walk the Trail\, you’ll get great photo opportunities of tidal influenced wetlands\, a glimpse of Long Island Sound\, glacial rocks\, a variety of trees\, natural cave formations\, osprey nests and spectacular views of Farm River. 1.5 miles\, 1.5 hours.. \nThis walk is free and open to all and the general public from any area! \nWhen: Saturday\, July 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am. \nWhere: Meet at 82 Elliot Street\, East Haven (former site of DC Moore school). Directions: From Coe Avenue\, take a left onto Myrtle Street\, right at stop sign\, quick left onto Elliot Street and first right to parking lot. From Rt. 142 West\, left onto Mansfield Grove Road to stop sign\, right onto Hoop Pole Lane to second parking lot on left (past the school). \nSpecial Instructions: Questions: contact Barbara Brow 203-469-9127. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/east-haven-1st-saturday-walk-july-1st-1000am-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220522Z UID:2152-1687608000-1687615200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:June 24th\, Bike Rodeo - Madison DESCRIPTION:There will be a Bike Rodeo for 4-10 year olds at the Madison Senior Center\, June 24th 12-2 PM hosted by the Madison Bike & Pedestrian Advisory Committee and sponsored by the Shoreline Greenway Trail. \nLook to this site for more details. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/june-24th-bike-rodeo-madison-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220529Z UID:2159-1686391200-1686398400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Masters Series with TREE MASTER Bob Kuchta\, June 10th DESCRIPTION:As part of the Shoreline Greenways Trail’s Masters Series\, the Shoreline Greenway Trail will hold a walk at the Hammonasset Section in Madison Connecticut\, with special guest Bob Kuchta\, past Tree Warden\, Madison Connecticut. \n \nAs we walk\, you will learn about all things Trees including identification\, native and non-native species found along the trail\, and interesting facts about tree growth and appearance\, as well as taking in the beauty of the trail.  Bob’s knowledge and stories are not to be missed!! \nThis walk is open and free to all and the general public from any area! \nSGT 2023 Masters Series 061023 Madison TREE URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/masters-series-with-tree-master-bob-kuchta-june-10th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220528Z UID:2157-1686391200-1686398400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Masters Walk with Tree Master\, Bob Kuchta\, Madison\, Hammonasset Section\, June 10th DESCRIPTION:As part of the Shoreline Greenways Trail’s Masters Series\, the Shoreline Greenway Trail will hold a walk at the Madison Section\, with special guest Bob Kuchta\, past Tree Warden\, Madison Connecticut. \n \nAs we walk\, you will learn about all things Trees including identification\, native and non-native species found along the trail\, and interesting facts about tree growth and appearance\, as well as taking in the beauty of the trail. \nOf course\, this walk is open to all and the general public from any area! \nWe  will be walking at an easy pace\, on gently rolling\, stone-paved terrain. 2.5 miles\, (approx. 60 minutes) roundtrip. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water if you wish. The REI sponsored water station is open and fill up your water bottles. Binoculars would be a plus! \nWe will be joined by members of the Madison Land Conservation Trust organization. \n \nDirections: Meet at the Shoreline Greenway Trailhead parking lot\, Jun 10th\, 10:00 AM: \nI-95 exit 62\, south to the traffic light\, left onto Route One\, the first right into the parking lot. \nQuestions\, contact Info@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/masters-walk-with-tree-master-bob-kuchta-madison-hammonasset-section-june-10th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220510Z UID:2148-1685786400-1685793600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:1st Saturday and National Trails day walk/ride at the Shoreline Trolley Museum DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in history?  Trolley trains?  A pleasant walk to a river?  Osprey sightings? \nIf so\, and in celebration of National Trails Day\, come celebrate the 12th year of partnership between the Shoreline Greenway Trail East Haven & Branford teams and the Shoreline Trolley Museum as we team up to provide a great event! \nFollowing our 1st Saturday theme\, we will gather at 10:00 at the Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street in East Haven\, which houses nearly 100 vintage transit vehicles. \nA Museum volunteer will take us for a ride along the museum’s scenic track through the Farm River estuary. \n \nParticipants will disembark at a platform to walk to the old dike at the Farm River\, visit the remains of an old crushing plant\, and talk about its history. \nAfter the walk\, a museum volunteer will take us on a tour of the old trolleys\, including the PATH train car that survived 9/11 at the World Trade Center. \nFor further information\, Contact:  Judy Miller\, 203-589-8335 or Barbara Brow\, ‭(203) 469-9127‬ URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/1st-saturday-and-national-trails-day-walk-ride-at-the-shoreline-trolley-museum-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220533Z UID:2164-1685700000-1685707200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Connecticut Greenways Awards - June 2nd\, Hammonasset - The Branford Trail awarded!! DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to the Branford Trail and all who use it! \nThe Branford Trail will be awarded Connecticut Greenway Status by the Connecticut Greenways Council on June 2nd at 10:00AM at Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison.  Head over to the picnic shelter behind the Meig’s Point Nature Center and you will be able to join in the celebration. \nThe Shoreline Greenway Trail in Branford and the Branford Trail share sections along Pine Meadow\, Youngs Pond and along the old Trolley bridge.  We join in the congratulations to this important piece of our wonderful area! \nSee you there! \n \n  URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/connecticut-greenways-awards-june-2nd-hammonasset-the-branford-trail-awarded-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220522Z UID:2151-1684584000-1684591200@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:May 20th Open parking lot Bike Day - Madison DESCRIPTION:The town of Madison Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is hosting 2 open parking lot Bike days for 4-10 year olds. Shoreline Greenway Trail is a sponsor.  The event will be at Ryerson Elementary School\, off route 79 (Durham Road) on Apri 22nd and May 20th from 12-2PM. \nThis event is to allow for new riders to learn and practice basic riding skills.  Riding\, turning\, stopping can all be done with no vehicles or obstacles to avoid. \nThis is all in advance for the Town of Madison Bike Rodeo on June 24th at the Madison Senior Center on Bradley Avenue in downtown Madison. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/may-20th-open-parking-lot-bike-day-madison-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220528Z UID:2156-1684573200-1684580400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:2023 Guilford BIKE RODEO\, May 20th!! DESCRIPTION:Please join the Shoreline Greenway Trail as it sponsors a BIKE RODEO. \nMay 20th    From 9AM-11AM at the AW COX Elementary School\, 143 Three Mile Course\, Guilford \nIt is a lot of fun for kids up to 10 years old but also a great time for families! \nBike Safety Checks\, Helmet Fittings\, Bike Skill sections\, Obstacle Course as well as Touch a Truck are all part of the good time! \nTEXT to REGISTER 203-815-0947 \n2023 Guilford Bike Rodeo Flyer 2023 URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/2023-guilford-bike-rodeo-may-20th-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220529Z UID:2158-1684483200-1684515600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:National Bike to Work Day\, May 19th\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:What a Great Opportunity to get out to help reduce congestion\, help the environment\, get some exercise and show that you support accessible transportation. \nBike Month Dates and Events | League of American Bicyclists (bikeleague.org) \nYou don’t have to just BIKE to WORK.    BIKE to the Store\, your friends house\, a place to eat…… \nThe Shoreline Greenway Trail is a great regional link to different parts of our beautiful shoreline communities. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/national-bike-to-work-day-may-19th-2023-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220523Z UID:2155-1683968400-1683975600@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:East Haven\, Masters Series - May 13th\, Bird and Naturalist\, Dan Barvir DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 13 at 9:00AM meet at 82 Elliot Street\, East Haven (former site of DC Moore School)\nDan Barvir\, Ranger emeritus\, naturalist and bird expert will lead a birding walk on Shoreline Greenway Trail.\nBe ready to learn much about birds: variety of species\, native\, non-native\, their calls\, flight patterns\, physical appearance and habits\,\nBinoculars a plus not a must.\nDirections: south on Coe Avenue\, left on Myrtle Street\, right at stop sign\, quick left on Elliot Street\, first right to parking lot. From Rt.142west: left on Mansfield Grove Road to stop sign\, right onto Hoop Pole Lane to second parking lot on left. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/east-haven-masters-series-may-13th-bird-and-naturalist-dan-barvir-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220510Z UID:2149-1683367200-1683374400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:May 6th 2023 1st Saturday Walk in Branford\, Tabor section DESCRIPTION:Branford\, May 6\, 2023; 10AM \nCome see the exciting things happening at Tabor starting with the dedication of a tree and bench in honor of Josh Wood at the intersection of the new Wood Trail and the Shoreline Greenway. Then walk to the Branford Labyrinth\, on to Ecology Park on the wooded Tabor Loop Trail\, and then to the pollinator garden on the new trail linking Ecology Park to the Shoreline Greenway. Park at the new lot across from Tabor Lutheran Church or the Shoreline Greenway lot opposite Ark Road. Length: one mile; 1½ to 2 hours. Contact: Judy Miller\, 203-589-8335. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/may-6th-2023-1st-saturday-walk-in-branford-tabor-section-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072734 CREATED:20241010T220509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T220509Z UID:2147-1683367200-1683374400@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org SUMMARY:Branford\, 1st Saturday Walk\, May 6th DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the exciting things that are happening at Tabor with us! \nCelebration starts at 10:00 a.m. with the dedication of a tree and a bench in honor of Josh Wood at the intersection of the new Wood Trail and the Shoreline Greenway Trail.    The ceremony will be followed by a walk on the Shoreline Greenway Trail to the Branford Labyrinth and the Tabor Loop Trail up to Ecology Park.  We’ll walk back to the pollinator garden at the parking lot by way of the new trail linking Ecology Park to the Shoreline Greenway Trail.  Two places to park:  at the new parking lot across from Tabor Lutheran Church and at the original Shoreline Greenway Trail parking lot opposite Ark Road.  Bring your Children!  Dogs on leash are welcome.  Wear comfortable shoes; some wooded and rocky trail.  Contact:  Judy Miller\, 203-589-8335.  Length:  about one mile.  Time:  1 1/2 to 2 hours. URL:https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/event/branford-1st-saturday-walk-may-6th-2/ CATEGORIES:First Saturdays END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR