Events
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Fort H.G. Wright and the Defense of the Race
VIRTUAL ONLY: Join us for a LIVE STREAM illustrated talk at the Museum on the history of Fort H.G. Wright by Terrance McGovern, author of eight books on fortifications and long-time officer of the Coast Defense Study Group.
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An Evening for the Garden
Join us as we celebrate the cultivation of community on the island through the continued support of the Fishers Island Community Garden.
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Insights into the Hidden Lives of Terns and Gulls
Join us for an illustrated talk by Dr. Peter Paton, Professor, Department of Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island, who will present on current research activities on neighboring Great Gull Island. This talk will remind us all what amazing feathered neighbors we have!
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Taking Manhattan
Join us for an illustrated talk by renowned historian and author, Russell Shorto, who will introduce us to “Taking Manhattan” his new riveting narrative that chronicles the birth of New York City in 1664 after England decided to invade the Dutch-controlled city of New Amsterdam on Manhattan Island. Reception and book signing to follow.
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Invasive Plant Guided Trail Walk
Join us for a guided walk on Chocomount Hill Trail – one of the HLFM Land Trust newest trails, and learn how to identify and remove invasive plants.
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Citizen Science Day
Join us for a celebration of work by the community toward important conservation work on the Land Trust. Lunch will be provided. Optional guided trail walk to follow. Please RSVP to Jessica NeJame by Friday, October 17.
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Bunker Clearing
Join us at the Janet Harvey Sanctuary to help with our continued efforts to liberate historic Battery Hamilton and Battery Hoffman from vines and other vegetation. Lunch will be provided for volunteers.
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Backyard Birding with Ken
Join us for coffee, tea, pastries, and birdwatching in-person at the HLFM gazebo (Museum back deck).
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20th Annual Thanksgiving Trail Clearing, Beach Clean Up
Meet at the Museum before proceeding to the bunkers, nature trails and beach clearing. All participants are invited immediately thereafter to a post-clearing party at the Museum.
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Nature Crafts: Outdoor Ornaments for the Birds
Join us to create beautiful, nature-inspired outdoor ornaments that not only brighten your yard but also provide food for local birds. All are welcome at this family friendly activity. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
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13th Annual HLFM Holiday Party
Join us for an evening of Holiday cheer, convivial conversations, and tasty light fare by Karla Heath. Adults and children of all ages are welcome, as are visiting relatives and house guests!
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A Brief History of Land Use and Conservation on Fishers Island (Re-broadcast)
Join us for an encore VIRTUAL screening of the recorded illustrated talk by Museum director Pierce Rafferty, who surveys the history of land use on Fishers Island since first European settlement before turning his focus to land conservation efforts on our island from the mid-1960s to date.
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Lunch and Learn: Osprey Nation
Join us at the Museum for lunch and a remote presentation on Osprey populations from the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Milan “Miley” Bull. (PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE : February 27th)
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A Most Curious Shorebird: Secrets of the American Woodcock Revealed
Join us at the Museum for an illustrated talk by Scott R. McWilliams, professor at the University of Rhode Island.
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Firefly: A Solar Electric Boat
Join us for a VIRTUAL ONLY illustrated talk by Don Baugh, President and Founder of Upstream Alliance, and Ronnie Vesnaver, Director of Regional Programs and Partnerships, to learn about the innovative solar-electric vessel that will help bring a new generation of stories to life—on the water.
