Ansonia Nature Center seeks Conservation Corps volunteers

ANSONIA - Join us at the Nature Center, preserving and enhancing our precious forests and meadows! 

We’re on a mission to protect the integrity of our natural habitats by removing harmful invasive species and nurturing our valuable trees and plants.

Our team is committed to safeguarding the tree canopy and preventing the further encroachment of destructive plants. From cutting down invasive Asiatic Bittersweet vines to clearing out other invasive species, we’re actively working to restore and maintain the health and biodiversity of our landscapes. 

Conservation Corps work sessions will be held:  April 22, 29, 9:30 a.m.; April 26, 9:30 a.m.; May 6, 13, 20, 27, 9:30 a.m.; May 24, 9:30 a.m.

Whether you’re 18 or 80, our Conservation Corps welcomes newcomers eager to impact the environment positively. 

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to learn more about the Conservation Corps.

This is shared from a press release. 

'Turnback Tuesday' features house in Derby covered in wisteria vines

Turnback Tuesday looks at this incredible home at 122 Derby Ave., Derby. 
This picture was taken when the Wisteria plant was in full bloom, circa 1900 - 1905. Wisteria is a native plant to the Eastern United States although some are native to China, Korea and Japan. 
Wisterias climb by twisting their stems around any available support. They can climb as high as 66 feet. The American Wisteria is a host plant for many native butterflies and moths. The plant blooms typically in May and June. According to the back of our photo, the two ladies on the porch are Aunt Gerdy Viets and Grandma Mollie.


Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.