Numbers of Connecticut Park Supervisors and Maintainers are at an all-time low
83 IS NOT ENOUGH
83 IS NOT ENOUGH
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Mission Statement The mission of the Friends of Goodwin Forest is to advocate, enhance and support education, recreation and conservation activities of the historic James L. Goodwin Forest and Conservation Education Center. 
Do you enjoy the Center's programs?
Are you a fan of the trails and gardens? Interested in preserving the environment? Please consider volunteering and/or joining the Friends of Goodwin Forest to help us continue our mission. |
Donations help us make a difference. We appreciate your support.
Looking for programs?
Click here for upcoming activities and webinars! Register early -space is limited for many events. Check out the new volunteer portal at CFPA. Volunteer Portal You will be able to create an account, log your volunteer hours and check out volunteer opportunities. |
TRAIL CLOSURES
IT IS UNSAFE TO BE IN THESE AREAS.
IT IS UNSAFE TO BE IN THESE AREAS.
Tree removal is happening in order to make the trails safe to pass.
If you need more information, please contact Matthew Quinn The Natchaug Trail in Goodwin State Forest, between Middle Road and Nutmeg Lane, is temporarily closed for this DEEP timber harvest. Hikers can walk around this closure by using a roadwalk on Middle Rd & Nutmeg Ln via the intersection with 11th Section Rd. The harvest in this area covers 64-acres of ground affected by reasonably severe oak mortality. The landing will be established where the old pavement ends on Nutmeg Lane. Signs will be posted at all of the access points and the ‘Orange’, ‘Blue/White’, and ‘Blue’ trails will be administratively closed to protect everyone’s safety while work is being completed. WEEKDAY CLOSING Due to reconstruction of the dam, the blue-yellow trail starting at the green gate by the pavilion to the yellow trail intersection where that second green gate is located will be closed every weekday from now until winter. This section will be open on weekends. 2020 Goodwin Trails Map Best Hikes and Trails in the Goodwin Forest |
Additionally there is a harvest underway toward the end of Cedar Swamp Road in Hampton. This project will require periodic trail closures on Red, Red/White, and Yellow Trails. See map below. Currently only the Yellow Trail is affected/blocked by trees.
For further information please contact Forester Dan Evans at James L. Goodwin State Forest Headquarters P: 860-424-4046 E: Daniel.Evans@ct.gov Due to considerable tree mortality (spongy moth, drought, 2-lined chestnut borer, and other issues), the trail sections Red-White loop (closest to Pine Acres Pond) is closed. |
Reminder:
CHECK YOURSELF FOR TICKS AFTER ANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITY.
Treating clothes and shoes with permethrin will help deter ticks but you should always do a self-check.
CHECK YOURSELF FOR TICKS AFTER ANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITY.
Treating clothes and shoes with permethrin will help deter ticks but you should always do a self-check.
Welcome to the James. L. Goodwin State Forest and Conservation Education Center!
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Give back to Goodwin;
enrich someone’s life. If you have a passion about a conservation, environmental, ecologically -related topic of your choice that you want to share, this is your opportunity. We here at Goodwin would like you to present that knowledge to your peers! Host a hike, give a presentation, do some outdoor activities or experiments, or just have an open ended discussion. Goodwin Conservation Center is looking for volunteers who have knowledge about various conservation-related topics and the ability and desire to share that knowledge with others. We are looking for with knowledge in all conservation topics including birding, rocks, invasive species, survival skills, pollution, photography, nature technological equipment, gardening, etc. Teaching experience helpful but not required. For more information, contact Beth Bernard. |
The video above is from 2012. Most of our programs are free and open to the public. Look for Current Programs under the events tab to find our monthly listings.
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Have you done the Goodwin Forest Trail Challenge?
In a effort to raise money to further the mission of our organization, we are challenging individuals to become members of the Friends of Goodwin Forest and to hike all 19 miles of trails within the forest.
Click here for all the details!
In a effort to raise money to further the mission of our organization, we are challenging individuals to become members of the Friends of Goodwin Forest and to hike all 19 miles of trails within the forest.
Click here for all the details!
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The James L. Goodwin Forest and Conservation Education Center is located at
23 Potter Road Hampton, CT 06247 860-455-9534 The 2000 acre forest and Richard Haley Native Wildlife Garden are open from sunup to sundown year round. The Conservation Education Center and museums are open on a part-time basis, please call ahead when planning a visit. |