News & Events
Join us for a Screening of Brave Blue World
Please join us and the Darien Library for a film screening of “Brave Blue World“.
“Brave Blue World” explores the technologies and innovations that have the potential to solve the world’s water crisis. The film highlights scientific and technological advancements that have been taking place to ensure the world’s population has access to clean water and safe sanitation services and the environment is protected.
Narrated by actor Liam Neeson, “Brave Blue World” features scientists, engineers and activists from around the world, including actor Matt Damon, co-founder of global non-profit Water.org, and actor and musician Jaden Smith, co-founder of non-profit 501(c)(3). Please register here
Fall Bee Series Part II
Wrapping up on our 2020 Bee Series, Beth and Peet speak about the importance of keeping bees and their vital role in our ecosystem, while rewarding us with a delicious treat at the end!
Fall 2020 Bee Series Part I
Darien Land Trust properties are home to 22 hives, which produce hundreds of thousands of pollinators — and tons of honey!
Meadow Day RSVP
Native Gardening Series Part V: Vegetable Gardens
We are pleased to present Part V of our Native Gardening Series: Vegetable Gardens.
Native Gardening Series Part IV: Lawn Care
We are pleased to present Part IV of our Native Gardening Series: Lawn Care.
Native Gardening Series Part III: How To Get Started
We are pleased to present Part III of our Native Gardening Series: How To Get Started.
Native Gardening Series Part II: How Much Work Is It?
Native Gardening Series Part I: What IS a Native Plant?
We are excited to be starting a new Native Gardening Video Series with Tom Barry, Grounds Manager at Green Farms Academy and Adjunct Instructor at Naugatuck Valley Community College in Waterbury. Tom oversees 45 acres of grounds at GFA and teaches part-time for NOFA Accreditation on organic lawn care.
Full Documentary: Keep the Hives Alive
Bees and other pollinators are declining at an alarming rate and an overwhelming number of scientific studies link these population declines to pesticide use. Unfortunately, uses of toxic pesticides are having far-reaching impacts on a wide range of environments – everything from urban parks, to croplands, to beeyards and aquatic ecosystems. Beekeepers, farmers, and consumers all need a healthier environment for bees! Learn more by visiting their website or watching the documentary below.