A member-based nonprofit. Connecting people to the land since 1895.
  • Happy Birthday BBHT!
    90 years is a long time. 90 years of volunteers. 90 years of blazing. 90 years of outdoor advocacy. Imagine what it was like at mile one.
  • Happy Hiker by Mat Jobin
    2018’s Hike50 NET Challenge Exceeds all Expectations!
    Some participants saw it as the experience of a lifetime, we hope that it's only the beginning.
  • CT State Capitol
    CFPA's Policy Priorities for 2019
    Every year, CFPA puts forward priorities for both state and federal leaders to consider. Learn more about the priorities for 2019, and how you can get involved to ensure these priorities become reality.
  • Environment Recs for Governor Lamont
    The Lamont-Bysiewicz Transition Team formed an Environment Policy Committee and 14 other committees to provide recommendations to the incoming administration. Read about those recommendations here.
  • Don't let Winter Keep you Inside
    For some, hiking in the cold for a couple of hours is more than enough, but for others, a winter night under the stars is an experience on the "to do" list. Here are a few tips to keep warm from our friend Mat Jobin of Reach Your Summit
  • REI Gives Again
    Check out REI's latest gift to CFPA and find out why Clare looks so excited!
  • A Celebration with Ed Richardson
    Read about Ed Richardson, a self-taught tree expert and an important member of the CFPA family who recently received recognition from the Governor.
  • Question 2 and Your Public Lands Win!
    On Election Day (11/6), Question 2 received amazing support from Connecticut voters to provide new protections for your public lands. Learn more here.
Come Join Us!
Love working outside? Want to gain real hands-on experience in trail conservation and outdoor recreation fields? Become a CFPA intern and help improve Connecticut’s 825-mile Blue-Blazed Hiking Trail System!
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Support the largest outdoor Trails celebration in Connecticut by becoming a CT Trails Day Sponsor. It's good for our trails and for your business.
2019 Trails Day Event Registration
Registration for Connecticut's 2019 Trails Day celebration is open! Register your event by March 15 to be included in our printed CT Trails Day booklet and by May 15 to be included in the online directory of events.