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Almost all Trust programs are free of charge; however, we welcome your donation so we can continue bringing you great outdoor and conservation activities and events.
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Nestled in the historic Mansfield village of Gurleyville, on the banks of the Fenton River, the Joshua’s Trust Gurleyville Grist Mill stands much as it was in 1830. The 15-acre campus of field and forest also includes the Miller’s Cottage, birthplace of Gov. Wilbur Cross, whose grandfather and father were millers here. Guides will be […]
*Please be advised that due to a time conflict, this event has been moved from March 31 to June 1. Join us for a visit to the site of a recent Joshua’s Trust forest management project. Emery Gluck will explain the benefits and challenges of reestablishing a healthy ecosystem in a preserve stressed by disease […]
Join Master Naturalist & Joshua’s Trust member Deb Field for an exploration of the forest and views in the Proposal Rock/Coney Rock Preserve in Mansfield. Hike is approximately 3 miles, with some hills. Appropriate hiking gear, water and insect repellant are recommended. We'll meet at the Proposal Rock trailhead at the south end of Woodland […]
Join Joshua’s Trust naturalist, Michelle Poudrette, for a nature hike along the beautiful 1-mile section of the Nipmuck Trail along the Fenton River then enjoy an optional guided tour of the Gurleyville Grist Mill. Mill tours are available from 1-5 PM and guests are welcome to take a longer hike or skip the hike and […]
Enjoy a trip into the past with a self-guided tour of the historic farm buildings Atwood Farm. Learn about life on a small farm in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. A guide to the outbuildings and trees on the Atwood Farmstead as well as strategically-placed QR Codes will be available to help with your self-guided […]