Our Natural Resources

Close your eyes…and picture this. More than 300 pristine acres of rolling hills. Stone walls. Fresh meadows. Dense woodlands. Fertile pastures. And sparkling brooks. Now imagine it’s all just a stone’s throw away…nestled right here in the Farmington Valley, 25 minutes northwest of Hartford.

Whether you like to hike, fish, ski or simply marvel at nature’s beauty, you’ll be able to do all that…and more…at Holcomb Farm. Among our treasured natural resources, you’ll find:

		Hiking Trails More than 10 miles of public trails that meander through woods, ridges and meadows that are opened every day of the year, from sunrise to sunset, to hikers, bird-watchers, horseback-riders, cross-country-skiers, and all-around nature lovers. Hike our property, or continue on to trails in the adjacent Granby Land Trust and the McLean Game Refuge.
		Picnic Areas Where you can pick a secluded spot and enjoy a leisurely a picnic among the soft, cheerful sounds of birds and other woodland creatures. All we ask is that you respect our “no trace” policy and leave everything as you found it.
		Salmon Brook Where you can explore this true natural resource that’s home to a fascinating ecosystem of plants and animals as it winds its way through the Farm's property.
		Vernal Pool A temporary "puddle" where many salamanders lay eggs every spring …and where, if you’re lucky you can catch a glimpse of the environmentally-threatened blue-spotted salamander. .
		Gardens We tend four unique gardens for both material and instructional purposes: • Fiber and dye garden • Colonial herb garden • Native American Three Sisters Garden • Butterfly garden