Luminaria Walk – Friday, Oct. 4th, 2024 6:30-8:30PM
September 23, 2024
Please join us as we raise funds for Groton Parks Foundation by enjoying an evening walk on one of our main trails at Copp Family
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2024 Run Club in Groton, CT
May 9, 2024
Every Wednesday Night through October at Beer’d The Silo Taproom (21+), embark on a 3-5 mile journey along a moderate to advanced course on the outskirts of
Groton Earth Day Expo 2024
April 17, 2024
Join GOSA and 50+ vendors at the Groton Public Library on April 20, 2024, 11:00 – 4:00 PM for this annual event that aims to educate
April Community Hike at Sheep Farm
April 17, 2024
On Sunday, April 7th, in partnership with Groton Public Schools and Groton Parks and Recreation, GOSA Board Members hosted 30+ people and 4 leashed dogs
GO Groton – Monthly Hikes Starting in March 2024
February 20, 2024
In partnership with Groton Public Schools and the Town of Groton Parks & Rec., the GOSA Community Outreach Committee is hosting monthly community hikes on
Winter Stewardship at Groton Center Preserve
February 20, 2024
Work recently began on GOSA’s latest property acquisition, Groton Center Preserve (GCP), to enlarge the small parking area off Route 117 for accommodation of 6-8
Thrive 55+ Fall Hike with GOSA
February 20, 2024
GOSA stays committed to providing our community access to the outdoors. This video captures a Thrive 55+ group hiking at Sheep Farm and The Merritt
Groton, Connecticut selected as a Nature Everywhere Community with GOSA’s Help
December 21, 2023
On December 7, 2023, The Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities, and KABOOM! partnered to launch a new initiative designed to increase equitable access to Nature Everywhere where
GOSA’s 2023 Annual Meeting
October 13, 2023
Thursday, October 19th at the Groton Senior Center Doors open at 6:00 PM – Business Meeting at 6:30 PMOfficer Reports – Board ElectionsSpotted Salamander &
Celebrating the Connecticut Reserve: A Day of Fun at Bluff Point State Park
September 27, 2023
Saturday Sept 30th: Activities 8:30 AM – 4:00 PMBluff State Park State, 55 Depot Rd., Groton, CT 06340 Come celebrate the newly established Connecticut National Estuarine
Join us for a cross-town Walktober Hike on Saturday, October 14th 10:00 AM
September 12, 2023
It is a beautiful time of the year for an extended cross-town hike. Join GOSA for a guided hike from Noank through Mystic and ending
GOSA’s Guided Hikes Make an Impact with the Community
September 6, 2023
GOSA’s Community Outreach Committee did a fantastic job this year offering opportunities for Groton residents to enjoy the benefits and enjoyment of the outdoors. Our
ADA Compliant Trail at Avery Farm Nature Preserve
August 27, 2023
GOSA is excited to offer an accessible outdoor recreational opportunity on one of our properties to ensure everyone in our community can enjoy the great
Match Your Gifts to GOSA via Charter Oak’s Matching Gifts Program!
August 14, 2023
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Matching Gifts Program for 2023 starts on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Charter Oak will be giving away $200,000 by matching
Help GOSA Save Center Groton Preserve in Perpetuity
July 12, 2023
Groton Open Space Association is pleased to announce its latest land acquisition project, Center Groton Preserve, an 89-acre forested property located off Route 117 and Phillips
Environmental Defense Fund Members join Groton Open Space Association for a Hike at Bluff Point
June 1, 2023
On Thursday, May 18th, GOSA graciously hosted 100 members of the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) for a hike at Bluff Point. The hike was the
Groton Trails Day with Groton Public Schools on June 3, 2023
May 24, 2023
Optional Transportation Available Morning bus transportation to Sheep Farm: Afternoon bus transportation to Merrit Family Farm:
Thrive 55+ Hike at GOSA’s The Merritt Family Forest
May 16, 2023
Join Groton Thrive 55+ Program Supervisor, Cindy Olsen, Dan O’Connell of Groton Open Space Association, and the Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors Program (O.A.T.S.) as they
Announcing: the Migration Madness Birdathon
April 24, 2023
Announcing the 2023 Migration Madness/Birdathon. May 20 & 21 We’ve modified the rules this year to make it easier for you to participate for a
GOSA Hike with Thrive 55+
April 13, 2023
On March 6th, 27 members of the Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors (OATS) group at Thrive 55+ joined 4 GOSA volunteers for an invigorating, 2.4-mile, afternoon
Join Us for a GOSA Committee Meet & Greet
April 10, 2023
Thursday, April 13th, 2023 at 6:30 PMNoank Fire Department (downstairs) Would you like to learn how GOSA operates its all-volunteer organization and how you could
Salamanders, Peepers, and Wood Frogs, Oh My!
April 5, 2023
Sounds of spring peepers and wood frogs suddenly arrive in the woods after the first warm rainy night in March. The small wood frogs and
Environmental Cleanup Events April, 2023
April 3, 2023
Join one or more of the upcoming property cleanups sponsored by Groton Open Space Association, Inc. and in part by The Last Green Valley. Haley
Earth Day Expo: Invest in Our Planet
April 3, 2023
Saturday, April 22, 2023 11 AM – 4 PM at Groton Public Library
Did you know that GOSA was a part of the first Earth Day?
April 3, 2023
Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. GOSA contributed to this legendary
Get Your Kind Folk Merch & Support GOSA
April 3, 2023
In the Spring of 2020, at the start of the global pandemic and with a palpable anxiousness felt worldwide, local musician Will Evans launched “Kind
Celebrating the First Day of Spring with Northeast Academy Hikers
March 28, 2023
On Monday, March 20th, GOSA volunteers hosted 67 first graders from Northeast Academy along with their teachers and parent chaperones for a hike at GOSA’s
Town of Groton’s Wolfebrook Property Update
March 3, 2023
The Town of Groton is currently waiting for final signoff from the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) expected by mid-March. GOSA will
Support GOSA at Beer’d Brewing Co. & Kind Folk Records’ Snow Moon Festival featuring Will Evans
February 12, 2023
February 18, 2023, 6 – 10 PM at The Velvet Mill in Stonington, CT Come enjoy Beer’d local brews and music from Nick Bosse & The Northern
Winter Hike with Thrive 55+ at Sheep Farm
February 7, 2023
On Thursday, February 2, 2023, twenty-three enthusiastic hikers from THRIVE 55+ joined GOSA volunteers for an invigorating 2.7-mile loop hike at Sheep Farm North on
GOSA Begins New Partnership with Groton Public Schools (GPS)
February 7, 2023
In keeping with GOSA’s goal “to educate and foster an appreciation of nature,” our Community Outreach and Education Committee recently approached Susan Austin, Superintendent of
A Valued Member of GOSA Recognized as a 2022 CT Veterans Hall Of Fame Inductee
January 25, 2023
Twelve men and women were inducted into the CT Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2022 including GOSA’s own finance and stewardship committees’ member Thomas
Wintertime stewardship activities have begun!
January 25, 2023
GOSA’s stewardship crew has begun winter mowing and clearing. Our fantastic group of dedicated volunteers are brush hogging, mowing, hedge trimming, pruning, and clearing GOSA
GOSA helps Groton add another great outdoor resource for the community
January 10, 2023
The Town of Groton reached out to GOSA over the past year to financially contribute in support of the purchase the Wolfebrook property off of
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Thank You!!
December 23, 2022
GOSA Board of Directors would like to thank everyone who contributed to GOSA in 2022. You can read about the 2022 accomplishments here. Your continued support
Property sign at Avery Farm Nature Preserve replaced
December 23, 2022
Our replacement sign at the Avery Farm Nature Preserve (Lambtown Road entrance) has been installed. Many thanks to the GOSA member who donated funds to
GOSA guided hike at Avery Farm Nature Preserve with our friends from Thrive55+
December 14, 2022
Thursday, December 8th, was a beautiful day for a GOSA guided hike at Avery Farm Nature Preserve with our friends from Thrive55+. 18 members of their
How to manage deer damage on trees and other plants
October 21, 2022
Link to managing damage from deer on your property. We thought this article might be appreciated by those in our area. Read Article
Lyme vaccine being tested locally
September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 By Lee Howard If you like to tramp through the woods to walk your dog or take in the local scenery, Pfizer
2023 Annual Appeal & Notice of Annual Meeting
September 21, 2022
IMPORTANT- the location of the meeting has been moved to the Noank Firehouse on Ward St. Annual Appeal 2022 was a big year for GOSA
Pitch Pines at the Sand Plains at Candlewood Ridge
September 21, 2022
On October 13, 2021, GOSA planted some 75+ pitch pine seedlings at an area known as the Sand Plains, part of GOSA’s Candlewood Ridge property.
Spotted Knapweed Weevil Project at Candlewood Ridge
August 29, 2022
In 2021 GOSA botanist Whitney Adams identified a natural solution to the spotted knapweed infestation at the Sand Plains property. He discovered that a company called
Pfizer work party at Sheep Farm South
July 13, 2022
A group of volunteers from Pfizer joined with members of GOSA stewardship to start the creation of new trails at Sheep Farm South. The company
Eagle Project Proposal – Bat Houses
June 10, 2022
Nathaniel Kimpan of Boy Scout troop 200 has constructed and installed four bat houses at GOSA’s Avery Farm as his Eagle Scout project. Two bat
Tribute to Jim Anderson, 1950-2022, Long-serving GOSA board member
June 9, 2022
James Brent Anderson, PhD., passed away from a long-term respiratory condition on May 13, 2022. He is survived by his wife Carol Anderson. He served
Annual Haley Farm “Earth Day” Work Party
May 4, 2022
Some great people and a beautiful day combined to make our annual Haley Farm “Earth Day” work party a big success. The atmosphere was great
We are looking for new Board and Committee Members!
May 4, 2022
Interested in getting more involved with GOSA? We are looking for new Board and Committee Members! Do you enjoy the outdoors? Do you value open
Trails Day 2022 on June 5th at Avery Farm Nature Preserve
May 3, 2022
Join us on our Family Fun Hike/Walk at Avery Farm North to celebrate National Trails Day. On June 5th at 11:00 AM, GOSA will host
Annual Field Mowing at Sheep Farm
April 20, 2022
The stewardship team completed the annual field mowing at Sheep Farm to keep our fields in great shape.
GOSA Clean Up Dates
April 6, 2022
Saturday, April 2nd 10-12. Roadside clean up on Flanders and Route 1. Park on Flanders Road near the intersection with Route 1. Saturday, April 9th 10-12 Roadside clean
Data Center Proposal
March 1, 2022
Regarding the proposed Data Center in our neighborhood, please view the opinion of GOSA President, Joan Smith, and a flier from the Groton Conservation Advocates.
Help Clean Up the Cove
February 8, 2022
Ways that businesses, places of worship, and community groups can help: map and guide GOSA is a member of The Baker Cove Watershed Committee, a
Luminaria Walk – Friday, Oct. 4th, 2024 6:30-8:30PM
September 23, 2024
Please join us as we raise funds for Groton Parks Foundation by enjoying an evening walk on one of our main trails at Copp Family
Notes from the Trail with Dan – September 2024
September 5, 2024
Hi! Dan, GOSA President, here with a late summer update on GOSA activities and accomplishments. Our Board of Directors, Committees, and Volunteers are doing amazing
Notes from the Trail with Dan – June 2024
June 4, 2024
Hi! It’s me again Dan O’Connell, GOSA President, with an update for you our valued GOSA members on the many current GOSA activities. Our amazing
2024 Run Club in Groton, CT
May 9, 2024
Every Wednesday Night through October at Beer’d The Silo Taproom (21+), embark on a 3-5 mile journey along a moderate to advanced course on the outskirts of
Groton Earth Day Expo 2024
April 17, 2024
Join GOSA and 50+ vendors at the Groton Public Library on April 20, 2024, 11:00 – 4:00 PM for this annual event that aims to educate
April Community Hike at Sheep Farm
April 17, 2024
On Sunday, April 7th, in partnership with Groton Public Schools and Groton Parks and Recreation, GOSA Board Members hosted 30+ people and 4 leashed dogs
Notes from the Trail with Dan – March 2024
March 28, 2024
Hello GOSA Members and Volunteers! My name is Dan O’Connell, the President of Groton Open Space Association, Inc. It occurred to me recently that we
GO Groton – Monthly Hikes Starting in March 2024
February 20, 2024
In partnership with Groton Public Schools and the Town of Groton Parks & Rec., the GOSA Community Outreach Committee is hosting monthly community hikes on
Winter Stewardship at Groton Center Preserve
February 20, 2024
Work recently began on GOSA’s latest property acquisition, Groton Center Preserve (GCP), to enlarge the small parking area off Route 117 for accommodation of 6-8
Thrive 55+ Fall Hike with GOSA
February 20, 2024
GOSA stays committed to providing our community access to the outdoors. This video captures a Thrive 55+ group hiking at Sheep Farm and The Merritt
Groton, Connecticut selected as a Nature Everywhere Community with GOSA’s Help
December 21, 2023
On December 7, 2023, The Children & Nature Network, the National League of Cities, and KABOOM! partnered to launch a new initiative designed to increase equitable access to Nature Everywhere where
GOSA’s 2023 Annual Meeting
October 13, 2023
Thursday, October 19th at the Groton Senior Center Doors open at 6:00 PM – Business Meeting at 6:30 PMOfficer Reports – Board ElectionsSpotted Salamander &
Celebrating the Connecticut Reserve: A Day of Fun at Bluff Point State Park
September 27, 2023
Saturday Sept 30th: Activities 8:30 AM – 4:00 PMBluff State Park State, 55 Depot Rd., Groton, CT 06340 Come celebrate the newly established Connecticut National Estuarine
Join us for a cross-town Walktober Hike on Saturday, October 14th 10:00 AM
September 12, 2023
It is a beautiful time of the year for an extended cross-town hike. Join GOSA for a guided hike from Noank through Mystic and ending
GOSA’s Guided Hikes Make an Impact with the Community
September 6, 2023
GOSA’s Community Outreach Committee did a fantastic job this year offering opportunities for Groton residents to enjoy the benefits and enjoyment of the outdoors. Our
ADA Compliant Trail at Avery Farm Nature Preserve
August 27, 2023
GOSA is excited to offer an accessible outdoor recreational opportunity on one of our properties to ensure everyone in our community can enjoy the great
Match Your Gifts to GOSA via Charter Oak’s Matching Gifts Program!
August 14, 2023
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Matching Gifts Program for 2023 starts on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Charter Oak will be giving away $200,000 by matching
Help GOSA Save Center Groton Preserve in Perpetuity
July 12, 2023
Groton Open Space Association is pleased to announce its latest land acquisition project, Center Groton Preserve, an 89-acre forested property located off Route 117 and Phillips
Environmental Defense Fund Members join Groton Open Space Association for a Hike at Bluff Point
June 1, 2023
On Thursday, May 18th, GOSA graciously hosted 100 members of the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) for a hike at Bluff Point. The hike was the
Groton Trails Day with Groton Public Schools on June 3, 2023
May 24, 2023
Optional Transportation Available Morning bus transportation to Sheep Farm: Afternoon bus transportation to Merrit Family Farm:
Thrive 55+ Hike at GOSA’s The Merritt Family Forest
May 16, 2023
Join Groton Thrive 55+ Program Supervisor, Cindy Olsen, Dan O’Connell of Groton Open Space Association, and the Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors Program (O.A.T.S.) as they
Announcing: the Migration Madness Birdathon
April 24, 2023
Announcing the 2023 Migration Madness/Birdathon. May 20 & 21 We’ve modified the rules this year to make it easier for you to participate for a
GOSA Hike with Thrive 55+
April 13, 2023
On March 6th, 27 members of the Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors (OATS) group at Thrive 55+ joined 4 GOSA volunteers for an invigorating, 2.4-mile, afternoon
Join Us for a GOSA Committee Meet & Greet
April 10, 2023
Thursday, April 13th, 2023 at 6:30 PMNoank Fire Department (downstairs) Would you like to learn how GOSA operates its all-volunteer organization and how you could
Salamanders, Peepers, and Wood Frogs, Oh My!
April 5, 2023
Sounds of spring peepers and wood frogs suddenly arrive in the woods after the first warm rainy night in March. The small wood frogs and
Environmental Cleanup Events April, 2023
April 3, 2023
Join one or more of the upcoming property cleanups sponsored by Groton Open Space Association, Inc. and in part by The Last Green Valley. Haley
Earth Day Expo: Invest in Our Planet
April 3, 2023
Saturday, April 22, 2023 11 AM – 4 PM at Groton Public Library
Did you know that GOSA was a part of the first Earth Day?
April 3, 2023
Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. GOSA contributed to this legendary
Get Your Kind Folk Merch & Support GOSA
April 3, 2023
In the Spring of 2020, at the start of the global pandemic and with a palpable anxiousness felt worldwide, local musician Will Evans launched “Kind
Celebrating the First Day of Spring with Northeast Academy Hikers
March 28, 2023
On Monday, March 20th, GOSA volunteers hosted 67 first graders from Northeast Academy along with their teachers and parent chaperones for a hike at GOSA’s
Town of Groton’s Wolfebrook Property Update
March 3, 2023
The Town of Groton is currently waiting for final signoff from the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) expected by mid-March. GOSA will
Support GOSA at Beer’d Brewing Co. & Kind Folk Records’ Snow Moon Festival featuring Will Evans
February 12, 2023
February 18, 2023, 6 – 10 PM at The Velvet Mill in Stonington, CT Come enjoy Beer’d local brews and music from Nick Bosse & The Northern
Winter Hike with Thrive 55+ at Sheep Farm
February 7, 2023
On Thursday, February 2, 2023, twenty-three enthusiastic hikers from THRIVE 55+ joined GOSA volunteers for an invigorating 2.7-mile loop hike at Sheep Farm North on
GOSA Begins New Partnership with Groton Public Schools (GPS)
February 7, 2023
In keeping with GOSA’s goal “to educate and foster an appreciation of nature,” our Community Outreach and Education Committee recently approached Susan Austin, Superintendent of
A Valued Member of GOSA Recognized as a 2022 CT Veterans Hall Of Fame Inductee
January 25, 2023
Twelve men and women were inducted into the CT Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2022 including GOSA’s own finance and stewardship committees’ member Thomas
Wintertime stewardship activities have begun!
January 25, 2023
GOSA’s stewardship crew has begun winter mowing and clearing. Our fantastic group of dedicated volunteers are brush hogging, mowing, hedge trimming, pruning, and clearing GOSA
GOSA helps Groton add another great outdoor resource for the community
January 10, 2023
The Town of Groton reached out to GOSA over the past year to financially contribute in support of the purchase the Wolfebrook property off of
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Thank You!!
December 23, 2022
GOSA Board of Directors would like to thank everyone who contributed to GOSA in 2022. You can read about the 2022 accomplishments here. Your continued support
Property sign at Avery Farm Nature Preserve replaced
December 23, 2022
Our replacement sign at the Avery Farm Nature Preserve (Lambtown Road entrance) has been installed. Many thanks to the GOSA member who donated funds to
GOSA guided hike at Avery Farm Nature Preserve with our friends from Thrive55+
December 14, 2022
Thursday, December 8th, was a beautiful day for a GOSA guided hike at Avery Farm Nature Preserve with our friends from Thrive55+. 18 members of their
How to manage deer damage on trees and other plants
October 21, 2022
Link to managing damage from deer on your property. We thought this article might be appreciated by those in our area. Read Article
Lyme vaccine being tested locally
September 26, 2022
September 26, 2022 By Lee Howard If you like to tramp through the woods to walk your dog or take in the local scenery, Pfizer
2023 Annual Appeal & Notice of Annual Meeting
September 21, 2022
IMPORTANT- the location of the meeting has been moved to the Noank Firehouse on Ward St. Annual Appeal 2022 was a big year for GOSA
Pitch Pines at the Sand Plains at Candlewood Ridge
September 21, 2022
On October 13, 2021, GOSA planted some 75+ pitch pine seedlings at an area known as the Sand Plains, part of GOSA’s Candlewood Ridge property.
Spotted Knapweed Weevil Project at Candlewood Ridge
August 29, 2022
In 2021 GOSA botanist Whitney Adams identified a natural solution to the spotted knapweed infestation at the Sand Plains property. He discovered that a company called
Pfizer work party at Sheep Farm South
July 13, 2022
A group of volunteers from Pfizer joined with members of GOSA stewardship to start the creation of new trails at Sheep Farm South. The company
Eagle Project Proposal – Bat Houses
June 10, 2022
Nathaniel Kimpan of Boy Scout troop 200 has constructed and installed four bat houses at GOSA’s Avery Farm as his Eagle Scout project. Two bat
Tribute to Jim Anderson, 1950-2022, Long-serving GOSA board member
June 9, 2022
James Brent Anderson, PhD., passed away from a long-term respiratory condition on May 13, 2022. He is survived by his wife Carol Anderson. He served
Annual Haley Farm “Earth Day” Work Party
May 4, 2022
Some great people and a beautiful day combined to make our annual Haley Farm “Earth Day” work party a big success. The atmosphere was great
We are looking for new Board and Committee Members!
May 4, 2022
Interested in getting more involved with GOSA? We are looking for new Board and Committee Members! Do you enjoy the outdoors? Do you value open
Trails Day 2022 on June 5th at Avery Farm Nature Preserve
May 3, 2022
Join us on our Family Fun Hike/Walk at Avery Farm North to celebrate National Trails Day. On June 5th at 11:00 AM, GOSA will host
Annual Field Mowing at Sheep Farm
April 20, 2022
The stewardship team completed the annual field mowing at Sheep Farm to keep our fields in great shape.
GOSA Clean Up Dates
April 6, 2022
Saturday, April 2nd 10-12. Roadside clean up on Flanders and Route 1. Park on Flanders Road near the intersection with Route 1. Saturday, April 9th 10-12 Roadside clean
Data Center Proposal
March 1, 2022
Regarding the proposed Data Center in our neighborhood, please view the opinion of GOSA President, Joan Smith, and a flier from the Groton Conservation Advocates.
Help Clean Up the Cove
February 8, 2022
Ways that businesses, places of worship, and community groups can help: map and guide GOSA is a member of The Baker Cove Watershed Committee, a
GOSA In the News
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Groton announces purchase of Wolfebrook property
Source: The Day | Published on 2022-12-22
Groton Open Space Association to host family hike for National Trails Day
Source: The Day | Published on 2022-05-27
Groton’s Candlewood Ridge and Avery Farm Preserve: Nature, close to home
Source: The Day | Published on 2022-01-06
Acreage and access among region’s goals for open space
Source: The Day | Published on 2021-10-23
Groton Open Space Association acquires 104-acre Sheep Farm South property
Source: The Day | Published on 2021-04-30
Friends of the Oswegatchie Hills work to restore imperiled pitch pines
Source: The Day | Published on 2021-01-16
Connected trails: Avoiding pavement on a hike through Groton
Source: The Day | Published on 2020-12-10
Beauty abounds amid tough times
Source: The Day | Published on 2020-09-15
A look back at Groton’s first Earth Day 50 years ago
Source: The Day | Published on 2020-04-21
Avery Farm Nature Preserve
Source: The Day | Published on 2020-03-26
Candlewood Ridge
Source: The Day | Published on 2020-03-26
“Treasures of Southeastern Connecticut” Book Features GOSA
Source: The Day