Stamford Land Conservation Trust announces dedication ceremony of 64-Acre Harry Day Preserve
Stamford, CT– The Stamford Land Conservation Trust (SLCT) is proud to announce the acquisition of the 64-acre Harry Day Preserve, a vital addition to Stamford’s preserved natural landscapes. This property, originally slated for development, now forms part of a contiguous 216-acre green space, joining the existing Helen Altschul and Chuck Scarborough Preserves.
This acquisition was made possible through a discounted charitable purchase with generous support from the State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the City of Stamford, and private donors. The preserve features rich woodlands, streams, and Altschul Pond, all of which contribute to the protection of the Mianus River watershed.
Visitors to the Harry Day Preserve will find an extensive trail system for public recreation, off-street parking, and multiple entrance points from Riverbank Road, Den Road, and the Altschul Preserve. Additionally, the site holds historical significance, with an abandoned foundation dating back approximately 100 years.
Reflecting on the importance of the acquisition, Harry Day, former President of the Land Trust and a driving force behind the project, shared “I could not have been happier working hard to preserve the exceptionally beautiful 64-acre Altschul property attached both to Riverbank Road and Den Rd. Saving the property meant connecting together 216 acres of open space. The Land Trust is thankful for the support of the State of CT and the City of Stamford—together with our extraordinary Land Trust Team and many Stamford residents—without whom the property would not have been saved from development.”
John Stone, President of the Stamford Land Conservation Trust, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “After three years of effort and with the support of a dedicated team within the SLCT and the community, the City of Stamford, and the State of Connecticut, we have acquired this beautiful preserve. We look forward to protecting and improving it in the many years to come. Come and enjoy!”
For more information, including a map of the preserve, please visit our website at https://www.stamfordland.org.