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Friends of Mono Pond State Park (FOMPSP) is a “not for profit” 501(c)(3) volunteer organization, working in cooperation with State and local park management and Friends of Connecticut State Parks. The purpose of the organization is to provide environmental education, preserve the integrity of Mono Pond State Park’s natural resources and its Historical Artifacts and to serve as an advocate for the park.

06/08/2026

I was recently asked and yes donations are always welcomed.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and as such many businesses will match a donation made by an employee

Friends of Mono Pond State Park
PO BOX 2292
Columbia CT 06237

06/07/2026

Nice 7 mile hike at Mono Pond State Park Saturday for CT Trails Day.

We started and ended at the Leonard Bridge Air Line State Park Trail parking lot

Hike was on logging roads, old town roads, and unmarked trails

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

Connecticut Trails Day this weekend features more than 200 free guided hikes across the state for all skill levels.

06/01/2026

CT Trails Day is almost here!

Join us, Friends of Mono Pond State Park, for a 6 mile hike 9am-noon on Saturday June 6.

You MUST register to participate!

Hike starts and ends at the Leonard Bridge parking lot for the Air Line Trail

Details here:

The hike will start at the Air Line State Park Trail parking lot on Leonards Bridge road. We will be exploring The “Welles Woods” area which was heavily populated in the early 1800’s but mostly abandoned by the 1920’s Along the way we will point out the sites of several historic homesteads, ...

03/18/2026

FYI. Expect a fish die off in mono pond after ice melts. Similar to 2011

It’s already started with dead fish washing up on shores

The severity of this past winter has left its mark on the shorelines of ponds and small reservoirs throughout the state. Dead fish, thousands upon thousands of them, have washed up along banks during the spring thaw, falling victim to a…

03/07/2026

March into spring with your next adventure! ❄️🌱

Discover the hidden world of vernal pools, get inspired to tackle New England's long-distance trails with Reach Your Summit, or explore the scenic Pine Acres Pond Loop on a guided hike.

Plus, there’s still time to earn your camp mug in the Winter Wonder Blue-Blazed Challenge!

Find details and register for all these events and more at ctwoodlands.org/events and ctwoodlands.galaxydigital.com.

03/07/2026

Groundbreaking Celebration Invitation

The Willimantic Whitewater Partnership invites you to a momentous occasion. On Saturday, March 14, at 12:00, the start of construction of Willimantic Whitewater Park will be celebrated. Please join us and local dignitaries as we recognize this special moment in our history. Cupcakes and drinks will be provided.
Event is rain or shine. Address is 28 Bridge St, Willimantic, CT. This is 1/2 mile from the end of the Hop River State Park Trail.

History:
2002 Willimantic Whitewater Partnership established
2017 Brownfield remediation completed
2022 State grant awarded for construction
2026 Construction begins!

Donations:
If interested in donating, a Buy-A-Brick fundraiser is ongoing to purchase amenities for the park. Visit this link. https://polarengraving.com/willimanticwhitewater

More Information
WWP website https://willimanticwhitewater.org/
Questions? Send email to [email protected]

Address

Mono Pond Dam, Hunt Road
Columbia, CT
06237

Website

https://www.tpl.org/our-work/bigger-better-mono-pond-state-park

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