Thursday, June 28, 2018

Take a Hike with White Memorial Foundation, June 30

Take a hike up Prospect Mountain with White Memorial Foundation June 30 with Lee Swift, Richard Heys, and James Fischer at 10:00 a.m. Hikers should meet at the A. B. Ceder Room at White Memorial Foundation. The hike is free for members of the Foundation and $5 for nonmembers, and registration is required by clicking here. If you have questions or want to register by phone, call 860-567-0857.


Prospect Mountain is a 328-acre preserve, located west of the Borough of Litchfield, and includes most of a locally prominent hill featuring a spectacular viewpoint near its 1350-foot summit, as well as a large pond to the west. It is mostly forested, with several meadows indicating past agricultural uses. The area was subject to significant nickel mining explorations in the 19th century.
Hike this beautiful property which is now owned by the Litchfield Land Trust with former land trust President, Richard Heys, local historian, Lee Swift, and White Memorial's Research Director, James Fischer. The history, geology, and natural beauty of Prospect Mountain will be discussed. Bring sturdy shoes, a hiking pole, and plenty of water.

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