Dave Patton will lead a walk at Sugar Hill to learn about easy-to-identify mushrooms that are edible, toxic, and have medicinal properties. Limited to 20. Rain or shine. Pre-register. 10 am - 11 am
Dick Paddock, a member of the Salisbury Association Historical Society, will give an illustrated talk about the history of the iron industry in Salisbury/Lakeville. The Northwest Corner had vast areas of iron ore, limestone, and wood to make charcoal--the three main ingredients for iron
production. The early blast furnace produced tools and cooking utensils and then cannons for the Revolutionary War. It was replaced with the Holley Manufacturing Company, one of the early producers of pocketknives in the country. 4 pm - 5:30 pm
Plan to atend this fun-filled home-town celebration with lots of activities and events for people of all ages. Wander Main Street for book and bake sales, local artisans, food tents, and displays. Enjoy a quilt show, brew-fest, scarecrows, pet parade, and live music. Kids will enjoy magic shows, games, pumpkin decorating, crafts, and more. For a schedule of events, visit www.salisburyfallfestival.org.
Merry & Bright: Salisbury Hometown Holidays December 1, 2 and 3
Seasonal decorations and display of special artifacts from our Holley-Williams and other Collections
Special concert of traditional music and carols performed by the celebrated artists of The Salisbury Four.
We Invite You to Attend Our Annual Meeting:
A Review of Our 2023 Activities and the Election of Directors
Please join us Saturday, February 10, 2024
10:30 A.M. through videoconference
Registration here...
David Patton, an avid mushroom forager, will discuss the amazing world of wild fungi that reside locally, including species that are beautiful, edible, medicinal and even deadly. Co-sponsored by the Land Trust.
Join Dave Paton in search of morel mushrooms, the first mushrooms of the season. Meet at the top of Sugar Hill.
George Wallace, a birding expert and conservationist, will discuss birding phone apps with an emphasis on apps that are both effective and free. Co-sponsored by the Salisbury Association Land Trust.
The Troutbeck Symposium is a student-led collaboration uncovering local history through documentaries, art exhibitions, and conversation. Middle and high school students from 14 regional public and independent schools have researched local histories of communities of color and other marginalized groups.
Hank Gruner, a herpetologist, will present a historical overview of the decline of the timber rattlesnake. Efforts to eradicate rattlesnakes has led to the loss of many populations, and their conservation remains challenging. Co-sponsored by the Salisbury Association Land Trust.
