The Aspetuck Land Trust Blog

Aspetuck Land Trust Inc. is a non-profit Connecticut Corporation devoted to preserving open space and the natural resources of Easton, Fairfield, Weston and Westport for the benefit of the public. It was formed in 1966 by leading area conservationists. Through generous gifts of land, continued efforts of volunteers, and cooperation from town agencies, the Aspetuck Land Trust has preserved over 1,700 acres of land, which will be maintained in a natural state in perpetuity.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

U.S. Congressman Jim Himes Visits Aspetuck Land Trust

United States Congressman Jim Himes visited Trout Brook Valley in Easton as part of his 17 Days/17 Towns tour.

Himes visited the orchard area of Trout Brook Valley with Land Trust executive director David Brant to learn more about the 1,009 acre preserve which is one of the largest forest blocks in Fairfield County and is an important natural resource in the region.

We walked among the apple trees in the orchard and picked some blueberries. David and the Congressman stayed well under the 2 quart limit!

Congressman Himes with Aspetuck Land Trust Executive Director David Brant

CT NEWS 12 showed up to interview the Congressman.

We had a great talk and walk and the Congressman was amazed at the scope and breadth of Trout Brook Valley, a true gem of Fairfield County.

Walking up to the orchard

View of the Farm fields and barn from orchard hill

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