Bridgewater Land Trust

08/07/2026

A small but mighty crew came together to do the final clearing of the Tappen Brook Trails 5K course in preparation for Sunday's race. A huge thank you to these dedicated volunteers for helping make the course safe, beautiful, and race-ready!

There's still time to join us! Sign up today and enjoy a scenic run through one of Bridgewater's favorite preserves. We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=134712

08/05/2026

The historic barn at the Peardon Preserve on Warner Road is receiving a new wood shingle roof this week. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Ellen Knowles Harcourt Foundation, Cady Builders, and the many generous donors whose support has made this project possible. This barn is an important part of Bridgewater’s agricultural heritage, and we hope all who wander by will enjoy this classic beauty.

08/02/2026

The Tappen Brook 5K is one week away! Sign up today!

August 9, 2026: Tappen Brook 5K race in Bridgewater, CT. Register now on UltraSignup.

07/30/2026

Slow Down For Wildlife!
Bridgewater resident and Land Trust volunteer Lorraine Lorenzini has created this eye-catching design to encourage motorists to slow down in areas where wildlife frequently cross our roads. She has paired her illustration with information about each of the featured animals, compiled from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP). Lorraine hopes this educational resource will encourage drivers to be more mindful, helping to protect Bridgewater's wildlife while making our roads safer for everyone. To request copies of the poster and accompanying wildlife information, please contact Lorraine at [email protected].

07/27/2026

The Bridgewater Land Trust was delighted to welcome four summer interns on Friday—Daphne, Lorea, Wade, and Jackson—through the Housatonic Valley Association internship program. Their hard work and enthusiasm made a tremendous impact at Tappen Brook Trails, where they built a new bridge and helped prepare the course for our upcoming 5K Trail Race.

07/22/2026

This week's gift from our Giving Garden to the Bridgewater Food Pantry.

07/20/2026

If you can lend a hand to help prepare the course for our upcoming 5K Trail Race, please let Julie know at [email protected]. We'd love to have your help!

07/14/2026

Today we celebrated the first harvest from the Giving Garden at the Jim Allen Farm Preserve! We gathered a beautiful bounty of yellow squash, cucumbers, two varieties of lettuce, kale, and sweet gold cherry tomatoes. Once harvested, the produce is washed and delivered to the Bridgewater Food Pantry, where it will provide healthy, locally grown vegetables to neighbors in need. Pictured is Alison Birks (left) the garden manager and BWLT Board member and garden volunteer Leslie Granger.

07/10/2026

Our Tappen Brook Preserve 5K Trail Race is less than a month away on August 9th! Thanks to our staff and volunteers, the course is looking good as we install new trail signage and clear fallen trees in preparation for race day.
Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or simply looking for a fun outdoor challenge, we invite you to sign up and join us! All participants will receive their choice of race swag, and Bridgewater residents who register will receive a special Team Bridgewater race shirt to show their hometown spirit. To register and for details:
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=134712

07/06/2026

As part of Bridgewater's America250 celebration, the Bridgewater Land Trust, in partnership with the Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy (NCLC), has installed a permanent historic marker at Tim Pond honoring Bridgewater's Revolutionary War hero, Timothy Randall. Tim Pond was named by the townspeople in Timothy Randall's honor after his remarkable return to Bridgewater in 1777 following months of captivity aboard a British prison ship during the Revolutionary War. The marker commemorates Randall's courage, resilience, and enduring place in Bridgewater's history.

Photo from left to right: Margery Feldberg, President, NCLC; Christian Feuer, President, BWLT; Lisa Antel, Vice President, BWLT; Maria Grace, Director of Stewardship, NCLC; Eric Gsell, First Selectman, Town of Bridgewater; and Julie Stuart, Executive Director, BWLT