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Misty sunrise

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Paul McDonnell, of Granby, captured this photo at Salmon Brook Park on an early summer morning.

Granby Land Trust

Granby Land Trust

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Tour the Old Messenger Road Preserves virtually, The BIG PAINT, open to artists and visitors, and Wednesday Walk at Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve

Ask your Friendly Farmer

Ask your Friendly Farmer

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Dear Friendly Farmer,
My daughter has a pet rabbit and we like to feed it a little hay from time to time. Since we only need a little bit at a time, I usually just buy a bale at my local feed store, but the last time I went, hay DOUBLED in price! What gives? Can I get it cheaper from a local farmer?
Signed,
Hay Now

Great Outdoors

Got Pollinators?

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The signs are all over town, as Granby residents celebrate the essential role that bees, bugs and birds play in the health and vitality of our world.

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Despite a challenging year, Granby farms prepare for Open Farm Day

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With harvest season underway, the grit and tenacity of farmers across the state, including right here in Granby, is evident. From the 2022 drought to a warm winter, unseasonal cold snaps, record rainfalls, extreme heat and wildfire smoke, farms are struggling.

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A berry good summer dessert

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In late summer Sirius the Dog Star, part of the constellation Canis Major, can be seen in the night sky. Its presence gives the name to what’s traditionally the most uncomfortable part of the season.

Granby Land Trust

Tales for Trails Library

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Looking for a fun summer activity to do with the kids or grandchildren? Bring them to the newly installed little free library located at the Glazier Cabin on the Granby Land Trust’s Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in North Granby.

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Living with ticks

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Ticks are present at Holcomb Farm. Those of us who walk the trails have noticed an increase this spring over prior years.