Bethlehem Land Trust's
Mission is to:
To preserve & protect local farmland, fields, forests and wetlands through acquisition or easement to help make Bethlehem more climate resilient. To conserve the historic, natural and scenic resources of these properties. To help maintain the natural ecosystems for the wildlife including mammals, amphibians, birds and pollinators and insects, and to educate the public about them and why they are necessary for the health and wellbeing of all living creatures. And where feasible provide public access to these properties for their enjoyment by the community at large.
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AUNCIENT OAK of BETHLEHEM
2025 Concert Season
Saturday June 14th - Mitch Katz and Marty & Chris Brennan
Thursday June 26th - Annie and The Natural Wonder Band
Saturday July 12th - Eric Paradine & Tyler Mahard
Thursday July 24th - Mark Miller
August 9th - Willie Niniger
August 21st - Marc Wager Jazz Trio
All concerts take place at the Barns on the Caroline Ferriday Preserve,
45 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT
Concerts are 5:30-7:00pm
Bring your own refreshments and picnic
Saturday June 14th - Mitch Katz and Marty & Chris Brennan
Thursday June 26th - Annie and The Natural Wonder Band
Saturday July 12th - Eric Paradine & Tyler Mahard
Thursday July 24th - Mark Miller
August 9th - Willie Niniger
August 21st - Marc Wager Jazz Trio
All concerts take place at the Barns on the Caroline Ferriday Preserve,
45 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT
Concerts are 5:30-7:00pm
Bring your own refreshments and picnic
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RENOWNED ARTIST, CRAFTSPERSON, AND WRITER
Betsy Duckworth will bring her unique creative vision to the Caroline Ferriday Preserve in Bethlehem, Connecticut, for a free hands-on workshop on environmental insect sculpture. The event will take place on June 14, 2025, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm, at 45 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT., welcoming both children and adults to explore the artistry of repurposed materials and nature-inspired design. Duckworth, based in Sherman, CT, creates compelling sculptures, paintings, large hanging pieces, and crowns sourced from the environment. Her signature insect sculptures, or “florabugs,” blend antique textiles, found materials, and natural objects, celebrating imperfection and the enduring beauty of vintage elements. With a literary background—holding a BA in English Literature from the University of Pennsylvania—Duckworth has also studied at the University of the Arts, Parsons School of Design, and the Penland School of Craft. Her upcoming How-To book on environmental insect sculpture aims to inspire artists of all ages to embrace the creative potential in sustainable materials. Attendees of the workshop will receive an exclusive preview of her techniques, learning firsthand how to craft intricate insect sculptures from repurposed objects. This enriching artistic experience is free and open to the public, offering a rare opportunity to engage with Duckworth’s process and artistic philosophy. For more information, please contact Stuart at (475) 259-6728 or visitwww.bltct.org.
THE BARNS AT THECAROLINE FERRIDAY PRESERVE
BETHLEHEM LAND TRUST INVITES THE COMMUNITY TO AN OPEN HOUSE AT OUR NEW ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY OFFICE
Bethlehem, CT- The Bethlehem Land Trust is thrilled to invite the residents of Bethlehem to celebrate the grand opening of its new office space- an innovative Earth Shelter that exemplifies sustainable design and environmental stewardship.
This unique building, generously donated to the Bethlehem Land Trust by Pamela and Donald Goss, reflects our commitment to preserving Bethlehem’s natural beauty and promoting eco-friendly practices. As a hub for conservation efforts, this space will serve as a gathering place for community engagement, educational programs, collaborative initiatives to protect local lands, and also an art gallery for local artists to exhibit their work.
Join us on Sunday June 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 110 Green Hill Rd., for an open house event where community members can tour the new facility, meet the Bethlehem Land Trust team of volunteers, and learn more about our mission.
Wine, appetizers and other light refreshments will be served, and guests will have the opportunity to engage with local environmental advocates and supporters.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and sharing our vision for Bethlehem’s green future.
For more information call (475)259-6728 or visit our website at www.bltct.org .
About the Bethlehem Land Trust
The Bethlehem Land Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of open spaces, wetlands, farms, wildlife habitats, and natural resources of Bethlehem, Connecticut. Through community partnerships and conservation efforts, we will be able to work to ensure that future generations can enjoy the beauty and ecological integrity of our town’s landscapes.
Bethlehem, CT- The Bethlehem Land Trust is thrilled to invite the residents of Bethlehem to celebrate the grand opening of its new office space- an innovative Earth Shelter that exemplifies sustainable design and environmental stewardship.
This unique building, generously donated to the Bethlehem Land Trust by Pamela and Donald Goss, reflects our commitment to preserving Bethlehem’s natural beauty and promoting eco-friendly practices. As a hub for conservation efforts, this space will serve as a gathering place for community engagement, educational programs, collaborative initiatives to protect local lands, and also an art gallery for local artists to exhibit their work.
Join us on Sunday June 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 110 Green Hill Rd., for an open house event where community members can tour the new facility, meet the Bethlehem Land Trust team of volunteers, and learn more about our mission.
Wine, appetizers and other light refreshments will be served, and guests will have the opportunity to engage with local environmental advocates and supporters.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and sharing our vision for Bethlehem’s green future.
For more information call (475)259-6728 or visit our website at www.bltct.org .
About the Bethlehem Land Trust
The Bethlehem Land Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of open spaces, wetlands, farms, wildlife habitats, and natural resources of Bethlehem, Connecticut. Through community partnerships and conservation efforts, we will be able to work to ensure that future generations can enjoy the beauty and ecological integrity of our town’s landscapes.
The Auncient Oak tree has been milled. We have Red Oak boards for sale from the Auncient Oak that was estimated to be over 300 years old. If you are interested in purchasing some of the Auncient Oak wood, please contact Stuart at (475)259-6728. Click on this link to see the milling of the wood:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/q5cNVmKLGogyQJhp8
Join us!
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Help us keep Bethlehem beautiful by making a monetary or land donation, volunteering,
or becoming a member. Are you interested in preserving our beautiful open space for the future? The Bethlehem Land Trust can use board members, lawyers, accountants, trail maintenance professionals, and fundraisers. Call Stuart Rabinowitz, President, at (475)259-6728 to learn more |
