The Spirit of Nature: Sumi-e Painting
Practice Sumi-e ink brush painting in the beauty of Great Mountain Forest as inspiration. With relaxation, observation and practice, everyone will come away with unique sumi-e paintings of the natural world.
Events
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June 2026
Moth Night 2026
Join us for moth night. Come experience the magic of the forest at night! Discover the Secret Life of Nighttime Insects.
July 2026
Things That Go Bump in the Night- Ginny Apple
GMF Summer Wildlife Talk cohosted with The Norfolk Land Trust. As darkness settles over the forest, a hidden world comes to life. Opossums, porcupines, owls, coyotes, and countless other nocturnal creatures emerge to forage, hunt, communicate, and navigate the night. Blending stories with humor and practical advice drawn from decades of wildlife observation in forests, Apple will help participants better understand how to live safely and responsibly alongside these remarkable animals while fostering appreciation and stewardship for the natural world.
Using Hand Tools in Your Woods
In the third installment of Woodland Academy, learn about the safe use, care and maintenance of common hand tools in forest management. Participants will understand when and where hand tools are most appropriate, such as when thinning small trees, managing invasive plants, and improving forest access. This class has been approved for 2 CT Forest Practitioner continuing education credits. Register today!
August 2026
WRITING RETREAT 2026
Join fellow writers to explore how nature shapes language. This three-day writing retreat is inspired by the life and legacy of longtime New York Times nature columnist, prolific author, and outdoorsman Hal Borland.
Teach the Teachers: Forestry Education Retreat
Join us in honoring the forest as teacher and companion—an invitation to pause, notice, and grow alongside the changing seasons.
Ethan Tapper- How to Love a Forest
“What does it mean to truly care for a forest? Ethan Tapper explores this question in a compelling and hopeful talk.” Through a message rooted in relationship, responsibility, and hope, Ethan invites us to rethink how we care for the natural world.
Forest Management for Wildlife
Discover how different forestry practices can be used to create, maintain, or enhance habitat for a wide range of wildlife species. Participants will learn how forest age, structure, and composition influence wildlife use, and how practices such as thinning, regeneration cuts, and habitat diversification can support conservation goals. This class has been approved for 2 CT Forest Practitioner continuing education credits.
September 2026
Forest Diseases Facing CT’s Woodlands
Gain insight into the most significant forests pests and pathogens, as well as other emerging threats, impacting Connecticut. Participants will learn how to identify signs of disease and pest damage, how these threats spread, and potential management strategies to reduce affects and improve forest resilience. This class has been approved for 2 CT Forest Practitioner continuing education credits.
October 2026
Landscapes in Pastel
Experience the colors of autumn during this relaxed and creative art workshop. Guided by artist Katie Atkinson, we'll begin with a short mindfulness meditation designed to awaken the senses and encourage a deeper connection to the surrounding landscape. Using oil pastels on heavy paper, we’ll create impressionistic artwork capturing the forest’s brilliant fall colors, shifting light, and seasonal atmosphere.
Invasive Plant Species in CT: Identification, Ecology & Management
Understand how to identify and manage the most common and problematic invasive species plants found in state forests. Participants will discover the ecology of invasive species, why they spread, and how they impact native plant communities. This class has been approved for 2 CT Forest Practitioner continuing education credits.
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