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On April 21, the Somers Land Trust held a very successful fundraiser at the Stone House to raise funds to begin the process of renovating the Reynolds Farm Area, including the Reynolds House in Angle Fly Preserve. This would have … Continue reading
Please join us on Sunday April 21st for a chance to visit the historic Stone House! You are cordially invited to attend a fundraiser to benefit the Reynolds Farm Area Restoration at Angle Fly Preserve. Reservations are being accepted on a … Continue reading
Despite challenges posed by downed trees and Mile-a-Minute weed, 2012 was rich in accomplishments made possible by the volunteers of the Somers Land Trust and Friends of Angle Fly. While hiking on the newly completed ten-mile trail system, no doubt … Continue reading
There was a time, long ago and 500 miles away, when I saw marvelous things in the woods: countless small trees rushing up to meet their taller kinfolk, shrubs sheltering invisible twittering birds, blankets of bright wildflowers changing through the … Continue reading
On Saturday September 15, 2012, the Somers Land Trust held a dedication ceremony at Angle Fly Preserve to honor the memory of Peter Burkmeyer, Mickey Oliver, and John Behler. Areas of the preserve were named in memory of each, including the … Continue reading
Ten miles of trails have been cut through Angle Fly Preserve by the irrepressible volunteers of the Somers Land Trust and Friends of Angle Fly. The trails are well-blazed with maps posted at kiosks. The oldest trails feature well-trod footbeds … Continue reading
This is an article I never wanted to write. I have covered many plants in the Nature Corner column, both native and alien. Aliens from Europe, Asia or elsewhere were imported for food, gardens, or highway medians. Some hitchhiked in … Continue reading
The Town of Somers Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled its next round of qualifying tests for the town’s Wildlife Management Program. The Fall 2012 tests will be administered at Angle Fly Preserve in mid-August. Dates: August 13 & 14 … Continue reading
Jimmy, a sixth grader in Mrs. Antonnucci’s class at Somers Middle School asked: “What poisonous plants should I be aware of in Westchester?” This is an important question because some plants should not be eaten while others should not even … Continue reading
This is the second column inspired by questions from Mrs. Antonucci’s 6th grade class at Somers Middle School. This week I will attempt to do justice to Laura’s question, “What kinds of birds are in Somers?” There are many ways … Continue reading
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