Thank you, everyone, for joining us for the hike at the Gillette Castle State Park on last Sunday. It was a perfect weather for an hour long hike. We visited the pond to check the trees we planted there a few weeks ago, and also went by the Osaki-san’s house by the river. >>Read More...
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JSGH Fall Hiking at Gillette Castle State Park
Hello! The Japan Society of Greater Hartford is organizing a group hike, and you’re invited to join. Let’s enjoy the fall colors and the great outdoors before it gets cold! Who You and JSGH! What A hike around the Gillette Castle Estate. See attached for a Map. When October 25th 2020, 2pm to about 3pm Where Gillette Castle State Park 67 River Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423 Let’s meet in the main parking area near the castle >>Read More...
Cherry Trees Planting at Gillette Castle State Park
On October 3, 2020, with many volunteers help, we were able to plan several cherry trees at the Gillette Castle State Park. In Japan, people visit the beautiful Cherry blossoms during the spring season, at parks, old castles, schools, or along the riverbanks. For them, it is the time to share the joy of living. In Connecticut, however, we only occasionally see these gorgeous Cherry blossoms on private properties, there is nowhere for the public >>Read More...