Friends of Valley Falls Hold Walks in the Park

The Friends of Valley Falls are offering three spring walks in May at Valley Falls Park, 300 Valley Falls Road, Vernon. Meet at the park pavilion; admission is free.

- Bird Walk: Sunday, May 4 at 7:30 am: Denise Animani will lead this popular walk, which often results in identifying over 30 birds in the park during spring migration. Denise, who is with UConn's Department of Allied Health Services and Director of the Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program, is also an avid birdwatcher. Bring binoculars, favorite bird ID apps, and wear sturdy shoes.

- History Walk: Originally scheduled for May 17, this walk will now be held on Saturday, May 31 at 10 am. Don Sierakowski, long-time educator and member of Vernon Historical Society and Vernon Historical Properties, will lead a “Rocks, Rails & Industry" walk that will explore the history and development of industry in the Valley Falls area.

- Wildflower Walk: Sunday, May 18 at 10:30 am: Carol Hatch, a retired pediatric neurologist and experienced gardener, will help us find the many spring wildflowers that can often be overlooked in the park. Last year we were fortunate to find large numbers of Lady Slippers. Bring flower ID apps if you wish.

Cancellations due to weather will be posted one hour before start time on our Facebook page: The Friends of Valley Falls, Inc., Vernon CT