Butterfly Walk
Bauer Park
Saturday, July 27
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Led by members of the Connecticut Butterfly Association (CBA), this walk will focus on the open fields and meadows at Bauer Park. Please wear clothing and footwear for protection from poison ivy and ticks. Sunscreen and water are also recommended. Children are welcome with adults. Meet in the parking lot at 257 Copse Rd., Madison.
Damn Tall Buildings Concert
Rettich Preserve
Sunday, August 4
5:00 p.m.
Adults $30
Kids (high school and under) $10
Under 12 free
Profits benefit Madison Land Trust!
When Damn Tall Buildings was at the Rettich Preserve a couple of years ago, they were local favorites. Upon their return, they’re now world-wide favorites, with their infectious brand of bluegrass/pop carrying them to festivals and stages across many continents. Those in the know, know that once you’ve heard them, you’re instantly addicted to their feel-good vibe. Avid hikers and climbers, they fit the outdoor scene at Rettich perfectly. While not on a stage, or tending to their music school in Brooklyn, you can probably find them somewhere in the White Mountains or surfing some big waves.
The pizza truck will be there, and make sure to bring your lawn chairs and a beverage of your choice.
https://madisonlandtrust.org/trails/rettich-preserve/
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time online (below) or at the concert.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rettich-benefit-concert-with-damn-tall-buildings-tickets-929454602737?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Sami Braman Band Concert
Rettich Preserve
Saturday, August 31
5:00 p.m.
Adults $30
Kids (high school and under) $10
Under 12 free
Profits benefit Madison Land Trust!
True to the roots of what we do musically at Rettich, Sami is a superb old-time fiddler with a kick-you-know-what band. When we first started talking to her about this show, she was just starting to take off. Now that we’re getting close, she’s a go-to performer down at the Ryman Auditorium, the Grand Old Opry. She’s also the mainstay of the Willie Watson band as well as appearing with the likes of Elvis Costello and Watchhouse. The tunes are right in keeping with the Preserve, and the driving old time tunes are designed for getting up and dancing. Absurdly fun.The pizza truck of course, and bring those lawn chairs and beverages of your choice.
https://madisonlandtrust.org/trails/rettich-preserve/
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time online (below) or at the concert.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rettich-benefit-concert-with-sami-braman-band-tickets-932902886647?aff=oddtdtcreator
![Red-bellied-Woodpecker by Mike DiGiorgio](https://madisonlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Red-bellied-Woodpecker-163x300.png)
Red-bellied Woodpecker
The Red-bellied Woodpecker is a common bird in the Land Trust forests. Its name is somewhat odd since the pinkish color on the breast area is seldom visible, but the red cap is prominent. Look for zebra-stripes on the back and flashes of white on the wings when it’s in flight. The male has the red all the way to the bill, but females only have a red crown and brown before their beak. The call is a quick quirrrr, and a ch-ch-ch-chirrrrrrr! Thirty years ago the Red-bellied Woodpecker would have been a rarity in Connecticut, but today it’s one of our most common birds.
Painting © Michael DiGiorgio