Orienteering at Pond Mountain Natural Area
Join the Western Connecticut Orienteering Club at Pond Mountain Natural Area on Sunday, May 31 for a fun and challenging day outdoors. This Score-O event invites participants to find as many control markers as possible within either a 1.5-hour or 3-hour time limit, choosing their own route and pace along the way. Suitable for beginners and experienced navigators alike, the course will include some controls placed along trails near the event center, with others offering a greater challenge in the terrain beyond. Start times will be staggered so that participants finish around the same time, followed by a social gathering.
For details, see wcocorienteering.org.
A Fungus Among Us
Join naturalist Dave Paton on June 6th at 10am for a guided mushroom walk at the Pond Mountain Natural Area in Kent. This leisurely hike will explore the fascinating world of fungi found along Pond Mountain’s trails and forest floor. Participants will learn how to spot and identify seasonal mushrooms, understand their role in the forest ecosystem, and gain a deeper appreciation for the hidden life beneath our feet. Whether you're a seasoned mushroom enthusiast or simply curious about the natural world, this walk offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the woods in a new way.
Visit CT Forest and Park Association to register.
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