2009 passes now available from DEP
Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Gina McCarthy said today that the 2009 state park season pass is available for purchase either online, by mail or in person.
Commissioner McCarthy said, “Since the holidays are now behind us, it is the time to begin thinking of getting outside with your [...]
January 15, 2009 | Posted in
State Parks |
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The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection has announced the Opening Days of upcoming fall firearms hunting seasons. Peak hunting occurs during early morning and late afternoon, primarily during the period from mid-October through mid-December.
The fall firearms turkey season opens statewide on Saturday, October 4 and will continue through October 31. The regular waterfowl season opens [...]
October 6, 2008 | Posted in
Hunting Rules |
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Join Conservation Educator Judy Rondeau on Saturday, September 20 at 10 a.m. for a hike through Goodwin Forest to Governors Island, a small hill that became an island back in 1933 when Cedar Swamp Brook was dammed to make Pine Acres Pond. The hike will be under the cool shade of mixed wood forest over [...]
September 15, 2008 | Posted in
Hiking / Backpacking |
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Do you enjoy watching birds? Join us for relaxing Saturday morning walks in search of local birds at the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP’s) Kellogg Environmental Center. Experience the joy of observing birds in the wild, sharpen your bird identification skills, or just enjoy a Saturday morning hike through the grounds of the Kellogg [...]
September 8, 2008 | Posted in
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Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, Central Connecticut Bicycle Alliance and the Taking Care Center are sponsoring a “Bike to Work Day”, Friday, August 29. Bicyclists meet between 7:00 – 9:00 a.m at Hartford’s Old State House where the Taking Care Center will provide a continental breakfast.
This event is one of the Central Connecticut Bicycle Alliance [...]
August 21, 2008 | Posted in
Cycling |
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Rain or Shine
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Friends of Dinosaur State Park, Rocky Hill announce Dinosaur State Park Day (special programs 10:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.) on Saturday, August 16, 2008 celebrating the discovery of 2,000 early Jurassic dinosaur footprints in Rocky Hill. In addition to regular park programs, there will be [...]
August 1, 2008 | Posted in
State Parks |
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If you have ever wanted to visit a Connecticut state park even after the sun has set and the park is traditionally closed, then you should join The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a nighttime adventure at Dennis Hill State Park. The event is Saturday, August 9th, 2008 from 7:30 pm to 9:30 [...]
August 1, 2008 | Posted in
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Effort involved lobstermen and students at three high schools
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) said today that the lobster “V-notch” program has achieved the level of success needed to delay – for at least one year – an increase in the current minimum legal size for lobsters that are taken from the waters of [...]
July 21, 2008 | Posted in
Saltwater Fishing |
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Cooperative Venture with Libraries is a popular element of “No Child Left Inside”
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced that state park day passes are again available at public libraries across the state as part of the agency’s “No Child Left Inside” initiative.
During an announcement ceremony at the Windsor Public Library, DEP Commissioner [...]
July 17, 2008 | Posted in
State Parks |
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Alternative Public Boat Launches Available
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will be temporarily closing the Thames River State Boat Launch in New London for renovations. The closure will be effective July 14, 2008 through August 28, 2008 while the State boat launch is being renovated.
Renovations to the Thames River State Boat Launch will include:
Boat [...]
June 30, 2008 | Posted in
Fishing |
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