Recuperation journey 2.0: Morning reflections

 ... at Pickett's Pond in Osbornedale State Park in  Derby.

Derby Elks to host fishing rodeo for kids at Osbornedale State Park

 

Easter Egg Hunt slated March 28 at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

 

From the photo archives: Osbornedale State Park in Derby

 

This came up in my FB memories today. I've posted it several times over the years! From February, 2016.

Derby Neck Library to host Tales and Trails fun Wednesday

Rescheduled from last week: 

DERBY - Tales and Trails will be at the Osbornedale Pond tomorrow at 11 a.m. Meet in front of the Osborne Homestead Museum [at 500 Hawthorne Ave.] where we will read and learn about frogs and toads before going on an amphibian hunt! 

The weather looks perfect, and we hope to see you there!

Shared from the Derby Neck Library Facebook page.

From the photo archives: 'Social distancing'

 Memory from this date in 2020 at Osbornedale State Park in Derby.

From the photo archives: When in Derby ...

don't forget to make a quick stop at Pickett's Pond in Osbornedale State Park. 

[First published on May 31, 2018.]

Easter Egg Hunt slated April 19 at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

 

DEEP to sponsor nature walk at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

 

*Note: The walk is from 10 a.m.-noon. Meet at Pickett's Pond.

From the archives: Fall foliage at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

[First published on this date in 2015.]

From the photo archives: Autumn in the Valley

View on this date in 2016 from Osbornedale State Park in Derby.

Thanks Facebook memories!

Easter egg hunt for Grades K-5 slated at Osbornedale State Park in Derby

Don't forget to sign up! Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny before the huge Easter Egg Hunt at Osbornedale State Park.

Just scan the QR code to sign up. 

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

From the archives: Taken Jan. 19, 2020 at Osbornedale State Park in Derby.

Naturalist to lead night hike Wednesday at Osbonedale State Park in Derby

DERBY - Venture into a winter wonderland Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Osbornedale State Park as the moon lights your path. 

Join expert master naturalist  Vince Lasorsa as he guides you through the winter season’s trails, sharing insights into how the park's wildlife adapts to the changes. 

Embrace the serenity of the winter night, experience the crisp air, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance created by the moonlight.

Event information from CT DEEP calendar:

Date:	1/17/2024
Time:	6:30 p.m.
Location:	Kellogg Environmental Center
	500 Hawthorne Avenue
	Derby, CT 06418
Accessibility:	Yes
Directions:	https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Education/Kellogg/Kellogg-Environmental-Center-Directions-and-Contact-Information
Fee:	Free
Registration:	Register in advance by calling (203)734-2513 or e-mail susan.quincy@ct.gov
Contact:	Susan Quincy, (203)734-2513
Contact Email:	Susan.Quincy@ct.gov
Details:	Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Sharing 2016 'Turnback Tuesday' memory about black governors

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" photo is of Nancy Freeman - wife of the (in)famous "black governor," Roswell Freeman.

The photo was taken in the backyard of her home, which was located where Osbornedale State Park is now. The Freemans lived in Derby during the early and mid 1800s.

In 2012, the area where the Freeman home was believed to have stood was excavated in order to learn more about the family and the role "black governors" had in Derby.

Thanks goes to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 Today's sunset reflected in Pickett's Pond at Osbornedale State Park in Derby. 

Recuperation journey: From the October 2016 archives

I'm sure I'm not alone in anxiously awaiting autumn's vibrant colors to appear. 

This view of the Valley is from Oct.19, 2016 at Osbornedale State Park in Derby. 

Recuperation journey: From the archives

I posted this photo from Osbornedale State Park in Derby five years ago today.

History hike slated at Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby

Recuperation journey: FB memory from this date in 2020

Photo taken on a lovely day during the pandemic. 

My husband said I caught this little guy 'social distancing' as he was fishing at Pickett's Pond at Osbornedale State Park in Derby.